HPPSC Agriculture Development Officer Recruitment 2026

The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has announced the recruitment for 23 Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) positions. This recruitment process is open to eligible candidates who hold a 4-year B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree along with a 2nd Class M.Sc. (Agriculture) degree. The application process is conducted entirely online, and the deadline for submission has been extended to November 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to review the official notification thoroughly to ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying through the official HPPSC portal.

The selection process for this role is comprehensive, consisting of a screening test, a subject aptitude test, a personality test, a medical examination, and document verification. The screening test focuses on general knowledge of Himachal Pradesh, national and international affairs, as well as Hindi and English proficiency. The subject aptitude test is specifically designed to assess knowledge in agricultural subjects. Candidates should prepare accordingly for these stages. The monthly salary for the selected Agriculture Development Officer is fixed at Rs. 29,500. All applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 600 via the online payment mode.