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HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 23 Agriculture Development Officer Posts

HPPSC ADO Recruitment Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for recruitment to 23 Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee) posts in the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh. Eligible candidates can submit their Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) through the official HPPSC website before 30 November 2026. The recruitment is conducted for engagement as Job Trainee under the Himachal Pradesh Government scheme. Selected candidates will receive fixed emoluments of ₹29,500 per month during the trainee period. 

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HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

OrganizationHimachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC)
DepartmentDepartment of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh
Advertisement No.63/9-2026
Post NameAgriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee)
Total Vacancies23 Posts
Application ModeOnline (ORA)
Last Date30 November 2026, 11:59 PM
Job LocationHimachal Pradesh
Emoluments₹29,500/- per month

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What is HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive for filling Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A Job Trainee posts in the Agriculture Department of Himachal Pradesh. The recruitment is conducted through Online Recruitment Application (ORA) by Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission.

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Vacancy Details 2026

Post NameTotal PostsCategory Details
Agriculture Development Officer (ADO)23UR (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) – 19
SC of HP (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) – 3
OBC of HP (Ward of Ex-Servicemen) – 1

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HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification

  • B.Sc. (Agriculture) under four-year degree programme from a College/University recognized by State/Central Government/ICAR.
  • M.Sc. (Agriculture) 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.

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Age Limit 2026

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 45 Years
  • Age will be calculated as on 01 January 2026.

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HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Salary 2026

PostEmoluments
Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee)₹29,500/- per month

HPPSC ADO Selection Process 2026

The selection process for Agriculture Development Officer posts includes written examination stages followed by Personality Test.

  • Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test (SAT)
  • Personality Test

HPPSC ADO Exam Pattern 2026

PaperDetailsMarks
Paper-IComputer Based Test (CBT) / Offline Screening Test with objective type MCQs100 Marks
Paper-IIDescriptive Subject Aptitude Test (SAT)120 Marks
Personality TestInterview/Personality Assessment30 Marks

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

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Application Fee 2026

CategoryFee
All Candidates₹600/-

How to Apply for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?

  1. Visit the official HPPSC website.
  2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
  3. Login to the OTR portal and select the Agriculture Development Officer advertisement.
  4. Fill in the online application form.
  5. Upload required documents, photograph and signature.
  6. Pay the application fee and submit the application before the last date.

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Important Dates 2026

EventDate
Notification Date25 September 2026
Online Application Last Date22 October 2026, 11:59 PM, 30 Novemver 2026, 11:59 PM

Documents Required for HPPSC ADO Application

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

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HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?

HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment notification for 23 Agriculture Development Officer Group-A (Job Trainee) posts in the Agriculture Department of Himachal Pradesh.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026?

A total of 23 Agriculture Development Officer vacancies are available under this recruitment.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 30 November 2026 at 11:59 PM.

Q4. What is the qualification required for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have B.Sc. Agriculture under a four-year degree programme and M.Sc. Agriculture 2nd Class from a recognized institution.

Q5. What is the age limit for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 45 years as on 01 January 2026.

Q6. What is the salary of HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer?

Selected Job Trainees will receive ₹29,500 per month.

Q7. What is the selection process for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026?

The selection process includes Screening Test/Subject Aptitude Test and Personality Test.

Q8. How can I apply for HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online through the HPPSC Online Recruitment Application (ORA) portal.

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