HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 23 Posts

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 Announced

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee) posts. This recruitment drive aims to fill 23 vacancies in the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official HPPSC website.

Job Highlights

Organization: Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)

Department: Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh

Post Name: Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee)

Total Vacancies: 23 Posts

Application Mode: Online (ORA)

Job Location: Himachal Pradesh

Emoluments: ₹29,500/- per month

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 23 vacancies are available for the post of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO). The category-wise distribution is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational and age requirements to be eligible for the ADO posts.

Candidates should possess one of the following qualifications:

• B.Sc. (Agriculture) under a four-year degree program from a College/University recognized by the State/Central Government/ICAR.
• M.Sc. (Agriculture) with 2nd Class from a recognized College/University/ICAR.

Desirable Qualification:

• M.Sc. (Agriculture) First Class or above.
• Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh and suitability for appointment under conditions prevailing in the state.

The age limit for candidates is as follows:

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 45 Years

The age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.

Application Fee

The application fee for all candidates is ₹600/-.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for the Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee) post will receive emoluments of ₹29,500/- per month.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Agriculture Development Officer posts involves the following stages:

1. Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (SAT): This will be a written examination.
2. Personality Test: An interview or personality assessment will be conducted.

Exam Pattern Details:

Paper-I will cover General Knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, General Knowledge of National and International Affairs, Hindi Language, and English Language.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for the HPPSC ADO recruitment must follow these steps:

1. Visit the official HPPSC website.
2. Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process if you have not registered before.
3. Log in to the OTR portal and select the advertisement for Agriculture Development Officer.
4. Fill out the online application form accurately.
5. Upload the required documents, your photograph, and signature as per the specifications.
6. Pay the application fee.
7. Submit the application form before the closing date.

Documents Required

Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready for the application process:

• Matriculation certificate for age proof.
• Degree certificates and marksheets.
• Experience certificate (if applicable).
• Category certificate (if applicable).
• Bonafide Himachali Certificate for applicable reserved categories.

Important Links

FAQs

The last date to apply online is 22 October 2026, 11:59 PM.

Candidates need a B.Sc. (Agriculture) or M.Sc. (Agriculture) degree from a recognized institution.

The application fee for all candidates is ₹600/-.

Selection will be based on a written examination (Screening Test/SAT) followed by a Personality Test.

Selected candidates will receive emoluments of ₹29,500/- per month.