The ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), Cuttack has released the latest notification for the Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2025. The recruitment drive is being conducted for several contractual posts, including Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Office Assistant (OA), and Community Mobilizer (CM).
Eligible candidates from Odisha can apply and attend the walk-in interview as per the given schedule. This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in agriculture, research, and administrative roles within the government sector.
Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI) |
| Type of Job | Contractual |
| Category | Odisha Government Job |
| Name of the Posts | Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Office Assistant (OA), Community Mobilizer (CM) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Who Can Apply | Odisha Candidates |
| Job Location | ICAR – CRRI, Cuttack, Odisha |
| Interview Dates | 06, 07 & 10 November 2025 |
| Gender | Both Male and Female |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Date of Interview | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 06/11/2025 | 10:30 AM | ICAR – CRRI, Cuttack |
| Community Mobilizer (CM) | 07/11/2025 | 10:30 AM | Cuttack, Bhadrak & Ganjam |
| Office Assistant (OA) | 10/11/2025 | 10:30 AM | ICAR – CRRI, Cuttack |
Educational Qualification
1. Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Candidates must have one of the following qualifications:
- M.Sc. (Agriculture) in Soil Science / Agronomy / Meteorology / Agricultural Physics / Plant Physiology with 4–5 years of Bachelor’s degree, OR
- Postgraduate degree in Botany / Life Science / Geology / Geography / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Remote Sensing & GIS / Geoinformatics with 3 years Bachelor’s + 2 years Master’s degree, along with NET qualification and 2 years research experience, OR
- Ph.D. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Plant Breeding / Life Science / Earth Science / Geoinformatics / Geography / Remote Sensing and GIS.
2. Office Assistant (OA)
- Graduate degree in Agricultural Science, Commerce, or any discipline from a recognized university.
3. Community Mobilizer (CM)
- Matric (+2 Vocational) in Agriculture-related subjects,
OR Matric with two years of experience in agriculture or allied fields,
OR Matric with Diploma in Agriculture / Allied Agriculture.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 55 Years |
Age Relaxation (as per government rules):
- OBC – 3 Years
- SC/ST/PWD – 5 Years
- Ex-Serviceman – 5 Years
- PWD + SC/ST – 15 Years
Salary Details
| Post Name | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | ₹35,000 + 16% HRA |
| Office Assistant (OA) | ₹20,000 + 16% HRA |
| Community Mobilizer (CM) | ₹15,000 (Consolidated) |
Selection Process
The selection process for Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2025 will be conducted in the following stages:
- Walk-in Interview
- Document Verification
Candidates are required to bring all original certificates, mark sheets, and documents for verification during the interview.
Application Fees
Good news — no application fee is required for any category.
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Free |
| SC / ST / PWD | Free |
| Female / PH / Others | Free |
Documents Required
Candidates must carry the following documents during the interview:
- Original and photocopies of all qualification certificates (10th, +2, +3 or equivalent)
- Certificate showing Date of Birth (HSC/SSLC)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs
- Aadhar Card or any valid ID proof
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| SRF Interview | 06 November 2025 | 10:30 AM |
| Community Mobilizer Interview | 07 November 2025 | 10:30 AM |
| Office Assistant Interview | 10 November 2025 | 10:30 AM |
Venue:
ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), Cuttack, Odisha
(For Community Mobilizer – Cuttack, Bhadrak & Ganjam locations)
Important Notes
- Candidates arriving after the scheduled time will not be allowed to attend the interview.
- Bring original documents and self-attested copies for verification.
- Read the notification carefully before attending the interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the walk-in interview.
How to Apply for Odisha Agriculture Office Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official ICAR–CRRI website and open the recruitment notification.
- Read the notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare all necessary documents and certificates in original and photocopy form.
- Reach the interview venue on the scheduled date and time.
- No need to submit any online or offline application form — this is a walk-in interview process.
- Arrive at the venue before 10:30 AM for verification and registration.