HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 65 Posts
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released a recruitment notification for a total of 65 Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) posts.
The application process for this recruitment will commence on January 1, 2025.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official website of HPPSC.
Details related to HPPSC ADO Recruitment, such as eligibility criteria, important dates, selection process, and other application-related information, are provided below.
Highlights
Qualifications
Qualifications
- M.Sc. (Agriculture)
- B.Sc. (Agriculture)
Designation
Designation
- Agriculture Development Officer (ADO)
Information for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has issued a recruitment notification for the post of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO). These positions fall under the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh, and are classified as Class-I Gazetted posts on a contractual basis. A total of 65 vacancies are available for this recruitment.
The selection process includes a Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test (SAT), and Personality Test, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection procedure. The online application process will commence on January 1, 2025, and candidates can apply until January 27, 2025. Interested candidates are advised to complete their applications through the official HPPSC website before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 December 2024 |
| Application Start Date | 01 January 2025 |
| Application End Date | 27 January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Age Limit
| Age Criteria Details | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Maximum Age | 45 years |
| Age Calculation Date | As of January 1, 2024 |
| Age Relaxation | Applicable as per HPPSC government rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS, and OBC | ₹600 |
| SC, ST, OBC-BPL, EWS-BPL | ₹150 |
| Ex-Servicemen and Female | No Fee |
| Payment Mode | Online |
Vacancie Details
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 22 |
| UR (Ortho Physically Handicapped of HP) | 1 |
| UR (Visually Impaired of HP) (Backlog) | 1 |
| UR (Ex-Servicemen of HP) (Backlog) | 18 |
| UR (Intellectual/Multiple Disability of HP) | 1 |
| SC of HP | 6 |
| SC (Hearing Impaired of HP) (Backlog) | 1 |
| SC (Ex-Servicemen of HP) (Backlog) | 3 |
| ST of HP | 2 |
| ST (Ex-Servicemen of HP) (Backlog) | 1 |
| OBC of HP | 4 |
| OBC (Ex-Servicemen of HP) (Backlog) | 1 |
| EWS of HP | 4 |
| Total | 65 |
Educational Qualification
1. Essential Qualification:
- B.Sc. (Agriculture) from a recognized university (4-year program).
- M.Sc. (Agriculture) in second class from a recognized institution.
2. Desirable Qualification:
- First-class M.Sc. (Agriculture) or above.
- Knowledge of Himachali customs, manners, and dialects for suitability to state conditions.
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Screening Test (Objective Type): Covers General Knowledge, English, and Hindi.
- Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) (Descriptive): Focused on agriculture-related subjects.
- Personality Test: Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated based on performance in the written tests.
Exam Pattern
| Exam Type | Subjects | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Screening Test | General Knowledge, Hindi, English | 100 | 1 hour |
| Subject Aptitude Test | Agriculture Subjects | 120 | 3 hours |
| Personality Test | 30 | - |
Note: There will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.
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How to apply
First, the candidate must visit the official website "http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc".
Then, register to fill out the application form. If already registered, the candidate can log in.
After that, the candidate must upload all the required documents. If the documents are unclear, the candidate's application may be rejected.
Next, the candidate should make the online payment for the application fee.
Once the application is submitted, no changes will be allowed.
Afterward, the candidate must upload their photograph and signature as per the specified size.
Finally, the candidate should take a printout of the application and keep it for future reference.