Last updated on October 22nd, 2026 at 09:58 pm
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for 23 posts. The recruitment is being conducted for the post of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) under Advertisement No. 63/9-2026. Eligible candidates can apply online from 25 September 2026 to 22 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM. The selection process includes a Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test, Personality Test, Medical Examination and Document Verification.
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Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) |
| Advertisement No. | 63/9-2026 |
| Form Mode | Online |
| Job State | Himachal Pradesh |
| Total Posts | 23 |
| Job Type | Job Trainee |
| Notification Date | 25/09/2026 |
| Starting Date | 25/09/2026 |
| Last Date | 22/10/2026 |
| Last Time | 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹600/- |
| Pay Scale | ₹29,500/- Per Month |
| Selection Process | Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test, Personality Test |
| Official Website | HPPSC |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 25/09/2026 |
| Online Application Start | 25/09/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 30/11/2026 11:59 PM (Extended) |
| Last Time | 11:59 PM |
Candidates should complete the online application process before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹600/- |
| Payment Mode | Online |
The application fee for the recruitment is ₹600 for all candidates as per the supplied recruitment details.
Vacancy
HPPSC has announced a total of 23 vacancies for the Agriculture Development Officer post.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) | 23 |
| Total | 23 |
Qualification
Candidates applying for the Agriculture Development Officer post must have the prescribed agriculture qualifications.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Development Officer | 4 Years B.Sc. (Agriculture) Degree + 2nd Class M.Sc. (Agriculture) Degree |
| Total Vacancies | 23 |
Candidates should carefully check the detailed HPPSC notification for the complete qualification requirements and applicable conditions before submitting the application.
Age Limit
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 45 years.
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 01/01/2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per applicable rules |
Candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories may receive age relaxation according to the applicable government rules.
Officer Salary
The Agriculture Development Officer post carries a salary of:
₹29,500/- per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) | ₹29,500/- Per Month |
The post is listed as a Job Trainee in the supplied recruitment details.
Selection Process
The HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer selection process consists of multiple stages.
| Selection Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Screening Test – Objective Type |
| 2 | Subject Aptitude Test – Descriptive |
| 3 | Personality Test / Interview |
| 4 | Medical Examination |
| 5 | Document Verification |
Candidates need to qualify the applicable stages of the recruitment process for final selection.
Exam Pattern
The HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer examination consists of a Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test and Personality Test.
Screening Test
| Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh | 30 | |
| General Knowledge of National & International Affairs | 30 | |
| Hindi | 20 | |
| English | 20 | |
| Total | 100 | 1 Hour |
Subject Aptitude Test
| Exam | Subject | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Aptitude Test | Agriculture Subjects | 120 | 3 Hours |
Personality Test
| Stage | Marks |
|---|---|
| Personality Test | 30 |
Therefore, candidates should prepare for both general knowledge/language subjects and the Agriculture subject aptitude examination.
Exam Syllabus
Based on the supplied exam pattern, the Screening Test covers:
- General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh
- General Knowledge of National Affairs
- General Knowledge of International Affairs
- Hindi
- English
The Subject Aptitude Test is based on Agriculture Subjects and carries 120 marks with a duration of 3 hours.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online through the HPPSC application portal.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official HPPSC online application portal.
- Open the Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Read the detailed notification carefully.
- Complete the registration/application process.
- Enter your personal, educational and other required details.
- Upload the required documents and certificates.
- Pay the ₹600 application fee through the online payment mode.
- Review all details carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save/print the final submitted application for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the required documents ready before filling out the online application.
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Agriculture Certificate | Required |
| M.Sc. Agriculture Certificate | Required |
| Educational Marksheets | Required |
| Age Proof | Required |
| Category Certificate | If applicable |
| Identity Proof | As applicable |
| Photograph | As per portal specifications |
| Signature | As per portal specifications |
| Other Documents | As required by HPPSC |
Important Links
| Link | Date | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Apply Online | 25/09/2026 | Apply Online |
| Date Extend Notice | 22/10/2026 | Download |
| Full Notification | 25/09/2026 | Download |
| Official Website | 25/09/2026 | Visit HPPSC Official Website |
FAQs
1. How many Agriculture Development Officer vacancies are available in HPPSC Recruitment 2026?
HPPSC has announced 23 Agriculture Development Officer vacancies under Advertisement No. 63/9-2026.
2. What is the qualification for Agriculture Development Officer?
Candidates should have a 4-year B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree and a 2nd Class M.Sc. (Agriculture) degree, as specified in the supplied recruitment details.
3. What is the age limit for Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 45 years, calculated as on 01 January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per the rules.
4. What is the salary of an Agriculture Development Officer?
The Agriculture Development Officer post carries a salary of ₹29,500 per month as provided in the recruitment details.
5. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application is 22 October 2026 up to 11:59 PM.
6. What is the application fee for Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹600 for all candidates, payable through online mode.
7. What is the selection process for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer?
The selection process includes a Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test, Personality Test/Interview, Medical Examination and Document Verification.
8. How many marks are there in the Agriculture Development Officer Screening Test?
The Screening Test carries 100 marks and has a duration of 1 hour.
9. How many marks are there in the Agriculture Development Officer Subject Aptitude Test?
The Subject Aptitude Test is based on Agriculture Subjects, carries 120 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
10. Where can I apply for the Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the HPPSC online application portal. The direct application link is provided in the Important Links section above.
