AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026: 310 District & Block Level Posts

Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, on behalf of the Directorate of Agriculture, Government of Assam, has invited online applications for 310 contractual positions under CSS-ATMA (Agriculture Extension). The recruitment includes district-level and block-level posts of Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager and Assistant Technology Manager. Online applications are open from 12 November 2026 at 4:00 PM until 11 December 2026 at 4:00 PM.

These are temporary project-based engagements, initially for 11 months. The monthly consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹52,000, depending on the post. Candidates can apply for only one post under this advertisement.

AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancy Details and Monthly Remuneration

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

The notification also provides 30% horizontal reservation for women within applicable categories and 4% reservation for Persons with Disabilities, subject to the applicable rules and eligibility conditions. Vacancy numbers may be increased or decreased.

Educational Qualification and Experience

1. Deputy Project Director

• Postgraduate qualification in Agriculture or an allied sector.
• Minimum five years of experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity in Agriculture or an allied sector.
• A Block Technology Manager with five years of working experience is also eligible, as stated in the advertisement.

2. Accountant cum Clerk

• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com).
• Minimum three years of accountancy experience in a reputed organization, to the satisfaction of the State Government.

3. Computer Programmer

• B.Tech or MCA from a recognized university.
• B.Tech candidates must have at least one year of relevant experience.
• MCA candidates must have at least two years of relevant experience.

4. Block Technology Manager (BTM)

• Postgraduate qualification in Agriculture or an allied sector with computer skills; or an Agriculture graduate with at least five years of working experience as an Assistant Technology Manager.
• Minimum two years of field experience in agriculture-related activities.

5. Assistant Technology Manager (ATM)

• Graduate or postgraduate qualification in Agriculture or an allied sector.
• Minimum one year of experience in agriculture-related activities.

Applicants must possess the prescribed educational qualification and experience on the date of submission of the application. Qualifications must be from a recognized university. Upload documentary evidence for the required experience and qualifications.

Age Limit

Age will be determined on the basis of the HSLC/Matriculation admit card or certificate issued by a recognized Board or Council. The notification refers to applicable Assam Government rules. Check the official advertisement for any category-specific relaxation applicable to your case.

Application Fee

The application fee must be paid online through the application portal. Follow the portal's payment instructions and retain the transaction receipt. The fee is subject to the conditions in the official advertisement.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on merit in an OMR-based objective written examination, followed by verification of original documents for shortlisted/successful candidates. The written examination details are:

• Mode: OMR-based objective test.
• Total questions: 100.
• Total marks: 100, with one mark for each question.
• Duration: 3 hours.
• Negative marking: No negative marks.
• Examination zones: Guwahati, Tezpur, Jorhat, Silchar and Bongaigaon. Centres may be changed depending on applications received.

The examination date, time and venue will be notified separately through newspapers and the AAU official website. Admit cards are to be downloaded from the recruitment portal; separate call letters will not be issued. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the written examination.

Post-wise Written Examination Syllabus

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official AAU CSS-ATMA recruitment portal: online.aau.ac.in/atma-2026.
2. Read Advertisement 5/2026 and confirm that you meet the qualification, experience and age requirements for the selected post.
3. Register or proceed through the application facility as instructed on the portal.
4. Choose only one post. A candidate applying for more than one post may have their candidature cancelled.
5. Enter personal details, educational qualifications, experience and other requested information accurately.
6. Upload self-attested supporting documents, including qualification certificates, experience certificates, NOC where applicable, caste/category certificate where applicable, recent passport-size photograph and signature, in the prescribed format and size.
7. Pay the applicable application fee online. BPL and PwD candidates are exempted as specified in the notification.
8. Review all information, submit the application and save or print the acknowledgement for future reference.

Deadline: The online application portal closes at 4:00 PM on 11 December 2026. This is not a midnight deadline. Submit the form and fee well before the closing time.

Documents Required

• HSLC/Matriculation admit card or certificate for age proof.
• Degree and postgraduate certificates and mark sheets, as applicable to the post.
• Relevant work experience certificates.
• Category certificate, if claiming reservation.
• BPL certificate or PwD certificate, if claiming application fee exemption.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC), if applicable.
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
• Any other self-attested supporting document requested by the online form.

Contract Period and Important Conditions

• Appointments are purely contractual and initially for 11 months.
• The contract may be extended for further periods of 11 months at a time, subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project.
• The engagement does not create any right to regular appointment or absorption in Government service.
• Selected candidates may be posted in any district or block of Assam. There is no entitlement to a home-district posting.
• Successful candidates must sign the contract agreement with the Agriculture Department and bring a ₹20 non-judicial stamp paper for signing.
• AAU conducts the recruitment process, but the appointment/engagement orders are the responsibility of the Agriculture Department, Government of Assam.

Important Dates

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are available in AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment 2026?

A total of 310 contractual positions are advertised across five posts: Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk, Computer Programmer, Block Technology Manager and Assistant Technology Manager.

What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 11 December 2026 at 4:00 PM. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Can I apply for more than one post?

No. A candidate may apply for one post only. Applying for more than one post may lead to cancellation of candidature.

What is the salary in AAU CSS-ATMA Recruitment?

The fixed monthly remuneration ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹52,000, depending on the post.

What is the age limit?

The age limit is 21 to 40 years for Deputy Project Director, Accountant cum Clerk and Computer Programmer, and 21 to 45 years for BTM and ATM, calculated as on 1 January 2026.

What is the application fee?

The fee is ₹250 for General candidates and ₹125 for reserved category candidates. BPL and PwD candidates are exempted.

Is there a written examination?

Yes. The selection includes a 100-question, 100-mark OMR-based objective test of three hours, with no negative marking, followed by document verification.

Is this a permanent Assam Government job?

No. These are temporary contractual positions under the CSS-ATMA project, initially for 11 months and extendable subject to performance and continuation of the project. There is no claim to regular government appointment.

Can I choose my home district for posting?

No. Selected candidates may be posted in any district or block of Assam, and the notification does not provide a right to claim a home-district posting.

Important Instructions

Read the complete official advertisement before applying. Ensure that the required qualification and experience are already held on the date of application. Apply for only one post, upload clear supporting documents and complete payment before the deadline. The examination date and venue will be announced separately. The official AAU advertisement and any subsequent corrigendum or notice will prevail over this summary.

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