Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has opened a golden gate for graduates in Agriculture Engineering. With 281 permanent Assistant Agriculture Engineer vacancies. Here’s your complete and user-friendly guide for this 2025 recruitment.
Rajasthan Assistant Agriculture Engineer Jobs 2025
RPSC released Advertisement No. 03/EXAM/A.En.(Agriculture)/RPSC/EP-1/2025-26 on 17 July 2025, inviting online applications for Assistant Agriculture Engineer (Permanent Posts) under the Rajasthan Agriculture Services Rules, 1960.
- Total Posts: 281 (category-wise posts for UR, SC, ST, OBC, MBC, EWS & horizontal reservations like Ex-Servicemen, PwD, and women)
- Department: Agriculture, State Government of Rajasthan
Pay Details
- Pay Scale: Pay Matrix Level L-14
- Fixed Pay: During probation, pay as per Rajasthan Govt rules
Who Can Apply? – Eligibility and Qualifications
- Education: Degree in Agriculture Engineering from a recognized Indian university
- Language: Working knowledge of Hindi (Devnagri script) and understanding of Rajasthan culture
- Final year candidates: Can apply but must submit proof of qualification before the written test
Age Limit
- Minimum: 20 years (as of 1 January 2026)
- Maximum: 40 years (as of 1 January 2026)
- Extra Relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS (Male): +5 years
- Women (General): +5 years; SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS women: +10 years
- Widows/divorced women: No upper age limit
- PwD, Ex-Servicemen, Govt employees and others: As per detailed table in the notification
How’s the Selection Done?
- Written Exam: 150 MCQs, carrying 150 marks, 2 hours 30 minutes
- Negative Marking: ⅓ mark deduction for each wrong or unattempted answer (even if no option is marked!)
- Syllabus: Posted separately on the official RPSC website
- Merit: Shortlisting purely based on exam performance and reservation policies
Application Process – A Quick Checklist
- Read the ad on rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in
- Apply online: Application window from 28 July 2025 to 26 August 2025 (midnight) only at the RPSC portal or via SSO ID (https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in)
- Registration: Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) if you haven’t already
- Fee Payment:
- General/OBC (Creamy Layer)/EWS (from other states): ₹600
- SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS (Rajasthan) & PwD: ₹400
- Photo & Documents: Upload live photo, scanned signature, thumb impression, educational certificates
- Correction Window: Amend most details (except name, DOB, father’s name, gender) till 10 days after the last date, paying ₹500
- Preview & Submit: Check all details! Once submitted, no major changes allowed.
- Hardcopy: Print your filled application for reference (no need to send by post)
Reservation & Other Key Points
- Horizontal Reservation: For Ex-Servicemen, PwD, Widows, Divorced women, etc.
- Reserved category benefits: Only for Rajasthan natives
- No upper age limit: For widows/divorced women, subject to official documentation
- Multiple relaxations: Not cumulative except extra 5 years for benchmark disabilities after main point-based relaxation
Exam Format at a Glance
| Subject | Questions | Total Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| As per qualification | 150 | 150 | 2 hrs 30 min |
- All questions are objective (MCQ)
- OMR/Online-based exam (to be notified in admit card)
- Wrong answers and blanks both penalized
Important Dates to Remember
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 17 July 2025 |
| Online Applications Start | 28 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 26 August 2025 (12 AM) |
| Correction Window Opens | Till 10 days post last date |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Bookmark the RPSC website for exam city/center and admit card updates.
FAQs – Rajasthan Assistant Agriculture Engineer Recruitment 2025
Q1: How many vacancies are available?
281 permanent posts for Assistant Agriculture Engineer in Rajasthan.
Q2: Who is eligible to apply?
Graduates in Agriculture Engineering with Hindi knowledge and Rajasthan culture awareness; certain relaxations as per category.
Q3: What is the age limit?
20–40 years (as of 1 Jan 2026) with extra relaxations for reserved, female, PwD, Ex-Servicemen as detailed above.
Q4: What’s the application fee?
₹600 for General/OBC Creamy Layer/EWS (other states), ₹400 for reserved categories and PwD (see table above for full detail).
Q5: How’s the selection?
Written exam (MCQ) plus merit list. No interview.
Q6: Is negative marking applied?
Yes, ⅓ mark is cut for wrong or unmarked answers.
Q7: Are widows/divorced women eligible for age relaxation?
Yes, no upper age limit for these categories, on valid proof.
Q8: How do I correct application mistakes?
Correction window is open for 10 days after last date with ₹500 fee (but core details cannot be changed).
Q9: Where do I get the detailed syllabus?
On RPSC’s official website—keep checking for updates after application.
Q10: Do out-of-state applicants get reservation benefits?
No, they must apply as general/unreserved category.
