The exam date 2025 has been announced by the Assam Public Service Commission regarding ADO. Thus, candidates can now make a note of it in their calendar for 10th August 2025, which is going to be the day for the exam. This update not only gives the exam timeline but also gives a sense of urgency for exam-ready preparation. Candidates who applied under Advt. No. 09/2025 must keep a watch on updates.
APSC published the ADO Recruitment Notification earlier this year to strengthen the Agriculture Department. With the exam date nearing, every candidate must follow the official syllabus and exam pattern.
APSC ADO Exam Date 2025
Thousands of hopefuls were awaiting the update. With the exam less than a month away, candidates must gear up with their preparation and be alert for further instructions. Once the admit card is downloaded, APSC will not entertain any request for any change.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 13th March 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 18th March 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19th April 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 17th April 2025 |
| List of Candidates Upload Date | 23rd July 2025 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th August 2025 |
| APSC ADO Exam Date | 10th August 2025 |
APSC ADO Admit Card 2025
The admit card of APSC ADO 2025 will be newly available on the APSC website on 4th August 2025. On the day of the exam, candidates are requested to carry their admit cards with them, and they may bring proof of ID. APSC will not allow entry into the exam hall without these documents. Any mismatch in details must be reported to the authorities for correction.
APSC has announced 195 vacancies under Advertisement No. 09/2025 for this recruitment. With the admit card and exam date announced now candidates must intensify their preparation and revise all subject-related topics thoroughly.
| Particulars | Details |
| Conducting Body | Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) |
| Post Name | Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) |
| Department | Assam Agriculture Department |
| Advertisement Number | 09/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 195 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th August 2025 |
| Exam Date | 10th August 2025 |
| Exam Mode | OMR-Based Offline Test |
| Exam Shifts | General Studies: 10:00 AM – 12:00 NoonAgriculture: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM |
| Selection Process | Written Examination and Interview |
| Official Website | www.apsc.nic.in |
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APSC ADO 2025 Dates
The Assam Public Service Commission (APSC) has published the full calendar for Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) Recruitment 2025. Keep track of all the important dates. Official notification was published on 13th March 2025, application process started on 18th March 2025. The last date to apply was 19th April 2025, and candidates completed the fee payment by 17th April 2025. The screening test is on 10th August 2025, the most crucial part of this recruitment.
How to Apply for APSC ADO 2025?
1. Visit the Official Website
- Go to https://apsc.nic.in.
2. Find the Recruitment Notification
- Click on the “Recruitment Advertisements” section. Go to the APSC ADP Recruitment 2025 notification link and read through all the instructions, eligibility conditions, and guidelines.
3. Register Yourself
- Press the “Apply Online” link that is given in the notification. Well, before registering yourself as a fresh applicant using your email ID and a mobile number.
- The system will send a registration ID and password to your email and phone.
4. Fill Out the Application Form
- Log in with your credentials. Fill in all the data required, including all such personal information, as well as educational qualifications and experiences in work experience. Check all the details you have inserted and make sure there are no mistakes.
5. Upload Required Documents
Upload scanned copies of the following:
- Passport-size photograph (as per the specified format)
- Signature (clear and within file size limits)
- Educational certificates (10th, 12th, Graduation)
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (if required)
6. Pay the Application Fee
- Several modes of online payments are accepted for paying the fees; debit card, credit card, UPI, and net banking are some examples.
- It is advised to save the payment receipt as a reference for the future.
7. Submit the Application
- Check the whole application to ensure that all the fields are filled in correctly. Click the Submit button to continue.
8. Print the Application Form
- Download the form and keep a printed copy of it. Keep it safe for future use during document verification and the interview.
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Selection Process: Two-Stage Recruitment
The Agricultural Development Officer, or simply ADO, is recruited by the Assam Public Service Commission through a two-stage selection process. First would be the Written Examination, and the Second interview.
Tier 1: Written Examination
The written exam consists of two papers:
Paper 1: General Studies
Current affairs and general awareness
Topics include:
- Indian Constitution
- Geography and History of India
- Indian Economy
- Role of Science and Technology in Development
Paper 2: Agriculture
Domain-specific knowledge of the agricultural field
Subjects include:
- Agronomy and Soil Science
- Plant Pathology and Entomology
- Animal Husbandry and Dairy Science
- Agricultural Economics and Extension Education
- Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
Tier 2: Interview
Candidates who clear the written test are called for a personal interview. The interview will assess:
- Communication skills
- Confidence and presentation
- Subject understanding and analytical ability
- Personality traits and decision making
- Suitability for an ADO post in government service
