## Agriculture & Allied Exams 2026: Complete Guide **Agriculture and allied** recruitment spans state agriculture departments, PSCs and research bodies — from field officers to college teaching posts. This guide covers the common exams, eligibility, subject syllabus and a preparation plan for 2026. ## Common Posts - **Agriculture Officer / Supervisor / ADO (Agriculture Development Officer)** - **Agriculture Assistant / Field Assistant**, **Horticulture Officer** - **Assistant Professor (Agriculture)** via ICAR-NET/ASRB and state commissions. ## Eligibility (general) - **Officer/Supervisor posts:** B.Sc (Agriculture) or diploma, as specified. - **Assistant Professor:** M.Sc/Ph.D in the agriculture discipline with NET/ASRB-NET as required. ## Exam Pattern Most written exams are **objective (MCQ)** with the **core agriculture subject** carrying the major weight, plus **general knowledge / state GK, reasoning and agriculture current affairs** (schemes, MSP, technology). Negative marking usually applies. ## Core Subjects to Master **Agronomy, Soil Science, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Agricultural Economics & Extension, Plant Physiology** — plus agriculture current affairs. ## Updated Subject Notes **Zenith Education** offers **updated, PYQ-based, bilingual agriculture & allied notes** — a full **20+ subject-wise set is being released for the 2026 cycle** (core disciplines available now) — with a free first unit to sample. - Browse Agriculture notes: https://store.zenitheducation.net/cat/agri - Read a free sample unit: https://store.zenitheducation.net/samples ## FAQ **What degree do I need?** B.Sc (Agriculture) for most officer posts; M.Sc/Ph.D with NET for Assistant Professor. **How important is agriculture current affairs?** Very — schemes, MSP and new technology are frequently asked. *Published by the Zenith Education Team.*