The Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur (Directorate of Agriculture: Manipur) is filling Block Technology Manager (BTM) and Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) posts on a contractual basis under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme "Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (ATMA Scheme)". The vacancy table shows 69 posts against each post, and the pay is Rs. 30,000 per month for BTM and Rs. 25000 per month for ATM. There is no written examination: candidates are called for interview on the basis of their Academic Performance Indicator (API) score. The online form will be issued on 6 November 2026, and the last date of submission is 26 November 2026.
Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026 Overview
Notification No. SNO-2/MAN-ER/2026, dated 5 November 2026 at Imphal, covers two contractual posts under the ATMA Scheme of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Directorate of Agriculture: Manipur (Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur) |
| Recruitment Name | Contractual posts under the Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (ATMA Scheme) |
| Advertisement No. | SNO-2/MAN-ER/2026 |
| Notification Date | 05.11.2026 |
| Post Names | Block Technology Manager (BTM), Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) |
| Total Vacancies | 138 |
| Qualification | BTM: Post Graduate in Agriculture/Allied sector with computer skills; ATM: Graduate in Agriculture/Allied Sector |
| Age Limit | Maximum age limit as per State Government Rules / Policy |
| Pay | BTM: Rs. 30,000 per month; ATM: Rs. 25000 per month |
| Application Fee | UR: Rs 800; ST/SC/OBC: Rs. 500; PwD: exempted |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 06.11.2026 to 26.11.2026 |
| Selection Process | API score (70 marks) and interview (30 marks); no written examination |
| Job Location | Manipur |
| Official Website | Official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur |
The official notification does not print the age limit in years or the date of interview, which will be notified later.
About Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026
The notice is issued by the Directorate of Agriculture, Manipur, Imphal, and signed by Peter Salam, Director of Agriculture, Manipur. The posts are under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme "Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (ATMA Scheme)", and the appointments are on a contractual basis.
Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 05.11.2026 |
| Date of issue of form (online) | 06.11.2026 |
| Last date of submission of form (online) | 26.11.2026 |
| Date of interview | To be notified later |
The Department may alter or reschedule the schedule without assigning any reason.
Manipur Agriculture Vacancy 2026
The notice's vacancy table shows 69* posts for each of the two posts. Its footnote says that out of the total 69 posts in BTM/ATM, one-third (23) will be reserved for women as per scheme guidelines. The number of posts may increase or decrease.
| Sl. No. | Post | Remuneration per month | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Block Technology Manager (BTM) | Rs. 30,000 per month | 69* |
| 2 | Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) | Rs. 25000 per month | 69* |
Manipur Agriculture Category-wise Vacancy 2026
The same category break-up is printed for both posts. OBC is divided into OBC (M) and OBC (MP); PWD is a horizontal reservation.
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | PWD (horizontal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Technology Manager (BTM) | 36 | 11 (OBC (M) = 9, OBC (MP) = 2) | 1 | 21 | 3 |
| Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) | 36 | 11 (OBC (M) = 9, OBC (MP) = 2) | 1 | 21 | 3 |
For each post, UR 36, OBC 11, SC 1 and ST 21 add up to 69. Women: one-third (23) of the posts are reserved for women as per scheme guidelines.
Manipur Agriculture Eligibility Criteria 2026
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Block Technology Manager (BTM) | Post Graduate in Agriculture/ Allied sector with computer skills. |
| Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) | Graduate in Agriculture/ Allied Sector |
- Computer skills are part of the minimum qualification for Block Technology Manager (BTM) only.
- The notice does not mention any experience requirement for either post.
Candidates should check the official notification for the eligibility of each post.
Manipur Agriculture Age Limit 2026
The maximum age limit for candidates shall be as per State Government Rules / Policy. The notice does not print the age in years, a cut-off date for age or the category-wise relaxations.
Manipur Agriculture Salary 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Block Technology Manager (BTM) | Consolidated remuneration | Rs. 30,000 per month |
| Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) | Consolidated remuneration | Rs. 25000 per month |
The notice gives the remuneration per month only and does not mention any allowance or the in-hand salary.
Manipur Agriculture Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR | Rs 800 |
| ST/SC/OBC | Rs. 500 |
| PwD | Exempted |
The notice calls it a processing fee. The link for submission of the online application fee will be available on the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur, and the fee is submitted with the online application within the stipulated period.
Manipur Agriculture Selection Process 2026
- Shortlisting for interview on the basis of the Academic Performance Indicator (API) score, in the ratio of 3:1 to the number of posts.
- Interview.
There will be no written examination. The API score calculator is provided on the Department website.
Manipur Agriculture Exam Pattern 2026
The total marks shall be 100.
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| API score | 70 |
| Interview | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
How to Apply Online for Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official website of the Department of Agriculture, Government of Manipur, where the online form will be issued from 6 November 2026.
- Fill in the application form online in the prescribed format.
- Pay the processing fee (Rs 800 for UR, Rs. 500 for ST/SC/OBC; PwD exempted) through the online fee link on the same website.
- Submit the online form by 26 November 2026.
The API score calculator is also on the Department website.
Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- The appointment is on a contractual basis under the ATMA Scheme.
- The number of posts shown may increase or decrease.
- The schedule may be altered or rescheduled by the Department without assigning any reason.
- The date of interview will be notified later; candidates should regularly visit the official website of the Department for updates on the recruitment process.
Manipur Agriculture Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online for Manipur Agriculture BTM and ATM posts | Online form from 06.11.2026 to 26.11.2026 |
| Manipur Agriculture Notification PDF (No. SNO-2/MAN-ER/2026) | Official notification dated 05.11.2026 |
| Department of Agriculture, Manipur official website | Fee link, API score calculator and updates |