Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released the recruitment (Advt No: 63/9-2026) for the post of Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) Group-A (Job Trainee) in the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh. These vacancies are primarily Backlog posts for Wards of Ex-Servicemen. Eligible candidates who hold a B.Sc (Agriculture) and M.Sc (Agriculture) degree can submit their Online Recruitment Applications (ORA) from 25 September 2026 to 22 October 2026 through the official HPPSC OTR portal.
Important Dates
| Notification Issued | 25 September 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 25 September 2026 |
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| Last Date for Apply Online | 22 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Last Date to Pay Exam Fee | 22 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
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| Exam Date | To be notified later |
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Application Fee
| Uniform Fee for All Candidates | ₹ 600/- |
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| Payment Mode | Pay the Examination Fee through Online Mode using Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking only. Fee once paid shall neither be refunded nor held in reserve. |
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Age Limit (As on 01/01/2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
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| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
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| Age relaxation of 5 years is admissible to Bonafide SC/ST/OBC/WFF/PwD candidates of Himachal Pradesh. |
Selection Process & Salary
| Selection Process | Stage 1 (Objective Type Screening Test / Descriptive Subject Aptitude Test) followed by Stage 2 (Personality Test / Interview). |
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| Emoluments | For Job Trainee - ₹ 29,500/- Per Month. |
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HPPSC ADO Vacancy 2026: Total 23 Posts (Backlog)
| UR (Ward of Ex-SM) | 19 |
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| SC of HP (Ward of Ex-SM) | 03 |
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| OBC of HP (Ward of Ex-SM) | 01 |
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| Total | 23 (All Backlog Posts) |
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- B.Sc. (Agriculture) under four-year degree programme AND
- M.Sc. (Agriculture) 2nd Class from a College/University recognized by the State/Central Government/ICAR.
Desirable Qualification:
- M.Sc (Agri.) 1st Class or above.
- Knowledge of customs, manners, and dialects of Himachal Pradesh.
How to Apply Online for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC): http://www.hppsc.hp.gov.in/hppsc.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link and select “One Time Registration (OTR) for Examinations”.
- If you are a new user, click on “New Registration” to create your profile. Existing users can log in using their credentials.
- Check the dashboard for live advertisements and select Advt No. 63/9-2026 (Agriculture Development Officer).
- Fill in all the details accurately and upload scanned copies of required documents including Matriculation certificate (for age), Degree certificates, Marksheets, Category Certificate, Bonafide Himachali Certificate, and live-captured self-photograph.
- Pay the uniform application fee of ₹600/- via online payment gateways.
- Verify all details in the preview section and submit the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) before the closing date: 22 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
- Print the submitted application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
