The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has announced the recruitment for the post of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) with a total of 23 vacancies. The last date to apply for this position is 22 October 2026.
HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026: 23 Posts: Overview
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee) |
| Advt No | 63/9-2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 23 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Website | Not specified |
Important Dates
The important dates for the application process are listed below:
| Notification Date | 25 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 22 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the following application fee:
| Category | Fee |
| All Candidates | ₹600/- |
Age Limit
The age limit for candidates applying for the Agriculture Development Officer position is as follows:
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.
Vacancy Details
The vacancy details for the Agriculture Development Officer posts are as follows:
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) | 23 |
| UR (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) | 19 |
| SC of HP (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) | 3 |
| OBC of HP (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications to be eligible for the Agriculture Development Officer position:
| Qualification | Details |
| B.Sc. | Agriculture under a four-year degree programme from a recognized College/University/ICAR. |
| M.Sc. | Agriculture 2nd Class from a recognized College/University/ICAR. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary for the Agriculture Development Officer position is as follows:
| Post Emoluments | ₹29,500/- per month |
Selection Process
The selection process for the Agriculture Development Officer posts includes the following stages:
- Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (SAT)
- Personality Test
How to Apply
Candidates can follow these steps to apply for the Agriculture Development Officer position:
- Visit the official HPPSC website.
- Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Login to the OTR portal and select the Agriculture Development Officer advertisement.
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application before the last date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Yes, freshers are eligible to apply for the Agriculture Development Officer position as there is no prior experience required.
What documents are needed for verification?
Documents required include the matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, marksheets, experience certificate (if applicable), and category certificate (if applicable).
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: हिमाचल प्रदेश लोक सेवा आयोग (HPPSC)
- पद: कृषि विकास अधिकारी (ADO)
- कुल पद: 23
- योग्यता: B.Sc, M.Sc
- आयु सीमा: 18 से 45 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 22 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: आधिकारिक HPPSC वेबसाइट पर जाएं।
