KPSC AO & AAO HK Recruitment 2024 – 273 Vacancies (Extended Date)
Basic Information
The Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 273 vacancies for the posts of Agricultural Officer (AO) and Assistant Agricultural Officer (AAO) under the Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) Region. The application deadline has been extended, allowing eligible candidates to apply online before the last date.
- Organization: Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC)
- Total Vacancies: 273
- Notification No.: N/A
- Application Start Date: 05/02/2025
- Application End Date: 15/02/2025
- Mode of Application: Online
- Job Location: Karnataka (Hyderabad-Karnataka Region)
Recruitment Overview
The KPSC AO & AAO HK Recruitment 2024 aims to hire Agricultural Officers and Assistant Agricultural Officers for various agricultural departments in the Hyderabad-Karnataka (HK) region. Candidates interested in these government job opportunities must check the eligibility criteria, age limits, and educational qualifications before applying.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Applications: 05/02/2025
- Closing Date for Online Applications: 15/02/2025
Application Fees
- General Category: ₹600/-
- Category 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B Candidates: ₹300/-
- Ex-Servicemen: ₹50/-
- SC/ST, Cat-1, PWD Candidates: No Fee
- Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
Eligibility Criteria and Vacancy Details
Candidates must ensure they meet the educational qualifications and age limits before applying. The details for KPSC AO & AAO HK Recruitment 2024 are as follows:
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
Agricultural Officer (AO) – 42 Vacancies
- Qualification:
- B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Sc (Hons) in Relevant Agricultural Discipline
- Age Limit:
- 18-38 years (as on 07/11/2024)
- Pay Scale: ₹43,100 – ₹83,900/-
Assistant Agricultural Officer (AAO) – 231 Vacancies
- Qualification:
- B.Tech / B.Sc / B.Sc (Hons) in Relevant Agricultural Discipline
- Age Limit:
- 18-38 years (as on 07/11/2024)
- Pay Scale: ₹40,900 – ₹78,200/-
Selection Process
The selection process for KPSC AO & AAO HK Recruitment 2024 includes:
- Written Examination – The test will evaluate candidates’ subject knowledge, general aptitude, and reasoning skills.
- Interview & Document Verification – Candidates who qualify the written test will be called for an interview and verification of documents.
- Final Merit List – The final selection will be based on the combined scores of the written exam and interview.
Exam Pattern
The KPSC AO & AAO HK Exam 2024 will be objective-based, covering the following topics:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Agricultural Science (Subject-Specific Knowledge)
- Reasoning & Numerical Ability
- English Language & Comprehension
- Kannada Language Proficiency (for Karnataka State candidates)
How to Apply?
Interested candidates can apply through the official KPSC recruitment portal before 15/02/2025.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official website: KPSC Official Website
- Click on the “AO & AAO HK Recruitment 2024” Notification
- Read the Official Notification Carefully
- Register & Fill the Online Application Form with personal and educational details
- Upload Required Documents (Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates)
- Pay the Application Fee through online mode
- Submit the Application & Take a Printout for future reference
Important Links
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