Horticulture Development Officer – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 4
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Horticulture Science or Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture Science.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience required for this post.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Horticulture Development Officer position in the Union Territory of Ladakh involves managing departmental nurseries, orchards, and agricultural development initiatives. Appointees will introduce modern horticultural technologies and assist local farmers in pest management and crop yield improvement. Candidates holding a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or Agriculture Science with Ladakh domicile eligibility can apply for this permanent Group B role.
- 4 vacancies strictly reserved for Scheduled Tribes (ST) candidates of UT Ladakh domicile.
- Application closing date extended to 04-09-2026 specifically for Ladakh UT administration posts.
- Headquartered in the Union Territory of Ladakh with a 2-year probation period.
- Fresh agriculture and horticulture graduates are eligible to apply directly.
- Applicants must possess a valid Ladakh Resident Certificate (LRC) issued by competent authority.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus regional/admissible allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on essential and desirable qualifications/experience or Recruitment Test (RT) followed by Interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male candidates: Rs. 25/- Female/SC/ST/PwBD candidates: Fee Exempted
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Register on the portal to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) and upload required photos and signatures.
- Complete the post-specific application form and pay the prescribed fee if applicable.
- Submit the application and download a copy of the submitted form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Level-08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
The closing date for submission of online applications is 04-09-2026.
No, freshers with a Bachelor's degree in Horticulture or Agriculture Science are eligible.