AAU Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for 310 Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, ATM, BTM and Other Posts

AAU Recruitment 2026: Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, has released an official recruitment notification for 310 vacancies under Advertisement No. 5/2026. The recruitment drive includes posts such as Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager (BTM) and Assistant Technology Manager (ATM).

Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 12 November 2026 (4:00 PM). The last date to apply online is 11 December 2026 (4:00 PM). Interested applicants should check the post-wise educational qualifications, age limits, experience requirements and other eligibility conditions before submitting the application form.

The selected candidates will receive a monthly remuneration ranging from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 52,000, depending on the post. The selection process will consist of an OMR-based written examination followed by original document verification.

AAU Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

Assam Agricultural University has announced a total of 310 vacancies across five different positions.

The Assistant Technology Manager position accounts for the largest share of vacancies, with 257 posts.

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

The category-wise distribution of vacancies is provided below:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates interested in applying for AAU Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification, age limit and experience requirements prescribed for their respective posts.

1. Deputy Project Director – 7 Posts

• Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Agriculture and Allied sectors.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity in Agriculture or Allied sectors. BTM candidates with 5 years of working experience are also eligible.
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 52,000.

2. Accountant cum Clerk – 4 Posts

• Educational Qualification: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com).
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of accountancy experience in a reputed organization, subject to the satisfaction of the State Government.
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 30,000.

3. Computer Programmer – 9 Posts

• Educational Qualification: B.Tech or MCA.
• Experience: B.Tech candidates must have at least 1 year of experience, while MCA candidates must have at least 2 years of experience.
• Age Limit: 21 to 40 years.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 25,000.

4. Block Technology Manager (BTM) – 33 Posts

• Educational Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Agriculture and Allied sectors with computer skills, or an Agriculture graduate with at least 5 years of working experience as an ATM.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of field experience in agriculture-related activities.
• Maximum Age: 45 years.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 30,000.

5. Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) – 257 Posts

• Educational Qualification: Graduate or postgraduate degree in Agriculture or an Allied sector.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in agriculture-related activities.
• Maximum Age: 45 years.
• Monthly Salary: Rs. 25,000.

Important Eligibility Conditions:

1. Applicants must be Indian citizens as defined under Articles 5 to 8 of the Constitution of India.
2. Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications on the date of application submission.
3. Educational qualifications must be obtained from a recognized university.
4. Prescribed work experience is compulsory wherever specified.
5. Age will be calculated as of 1 January 2026.
6. Age will be determined based on the Matriculation/HSLC admit card or certificate.
7. Candidates applying for more than one post will have their candidature rejected.
8. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

Age Limit

The post-wise age limits are given below:

Age Calculation Date: 1 January 2026.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for any applicable age-related provisions.

Salary – Post-Wise Remuneration

Candidates selected through AAU Recruitment 2026 will receive the following monthly remuneration:

The engagement is purely contractual and project-based. Initially, the appointment will be for 11 months and may be extended for another 11 months at a time, depending on performance and continuation of the project.

These posts are temporary and co-terminus with the project. Appointment does not create any claim for regular government employment or absorption into government service.

Application Fee

Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee through online mode only.

Applicants should ensure that the payment is completed successfully before submitting the application form.

Important Dates

Candidates should remember the following important dates related to the recruitment process.

Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical problems.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the written examination and subsequent document verification.

The selection process includes:

1. OMR-Based Written Examination.
2. Verification of Original Documents.

Final selection will be based on merit and marks obtained in the written examination.

In case two or more candidates obtain equal marks, preference will be given to the candidate securing higher marks in the relevant qualifying examination. If the tie continues, the older candidate will be ranked higher.

Candidates shortlisted through the written examination must appear before the verification committee with their original documents.

Exam Pattern

The written examination will be conducted using an OMR-based objective question paper.

Important Examination Instructions

• The examination will be based on the post-wise prescribed syllabus.
• Each correct question carries one mark.
• There is no negative marking.
• Candidates must use a black or blue ballpoint pen on the OMR answer sheet.
• Calculators and mobile phones are prohibited inside the examination hall.
• Using an eraser or correction fluid on the OMR sheet will make the answer sheet invalid.
• Examination centres will be located zone-wise in Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar and Bongaigaon. The centre may vary as notified by the university.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying online:

1. Recent passport-size photograph.
2. Scanned signature.
3. Educational qualification certificates.
4. Experience certificate.
5. No Objection Certificate (NOC), wherever applicable.
6. Caste certificate, wherever applicable.
7. Other documents required under the official notification.

Applicants should upload the required self-attested documents in the prescribed format and size.

How to Apply Online

Eligible and interested candidates can follow these steps to submit their applications online:

• Step 1: Visit the official AAU application portal at https://online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026.
• Step 2: Open the AAU Recruitment 2026 application link and read the instructions carefully.
• Step 3: Complete the online application form with the required personal, educational and professional details.
• Step 4: Upload the necessary documents, including educational certificates, experience certificates, NOC and caste certificate, wherever applicable.
• Step 5: Upload your recent passport-size photograph and scanned signature in the prescribed format.
• Step 6: Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment method.
• Step 7: Carefully review all the information entered in the application form.
• Step 8: Submit the application between 12 November 2026 and 11 December 2026.
• Step 9: Download or print the submitted application form for future reference.

Important: Candidates can apply for only one post. Applying for multiple posts may result in rejection of candidature.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Applications must be submitted through the prescribed online portal.
• The application window opens at 4:00 PM on 12 November 2026.
• The closing time is 4:00 PM on 11 December 2026.
• The number of vacancies may increase or decrease.
• The examination date, time and venue will be notified through newspapers and the official AAU website.
• Admit cards must be downloaded from the official application portal. No separate call letter will be issued.
• The list of valid and rejected applications will be published on the AAU website.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the written examination.
• The posts are under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Assam, and are project-based contractual engagements.

Important Links

Interested applicants should carefully check the post-wise qualifications, age limits and experience requirements before completing the online application. Make sure to submit the application before 11 December 2026 at 4:00 PM.

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