HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025: The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) has released a notification for the recruitment of Agriculture Development Officers (ADO) under the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh. This recruitment is for Class-I Gazetted positions on a contract basis, offering a total of 65 vacancies. Interested candidates can apply online through the official HPPSC portal before the deadline.
The recruitment process includes a Screening Test, Subject Aptitude Test, and Personality Test, ensuring transparency and merit-based selection. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria for the post must ensure they complete the application process before 27 January 2025. Below are the detailed eligibility criteria, selection process, and application instructions.
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) |
| Post Name | Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) |
| Advertisement No. | 32/12-2024 |
| Total Vacancies | 65 |
| Job Location | Himachal Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | hppsc.hp.gov.in |
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 31 December 2024 |
| Application Start Date | 01 January 2025 |
| Application End Date | 27 January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS, and OBC | ₹600 |
| SC, ST, OBC-BPL, EWS-BPL | ₹150 |
| Ex-Servicemen and Female | No Fee |
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Vacancies
| Category | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 22 |
| UR (Ortho Physically Handicapped of HP) | 1 |
| UR (Visually Impaired of HP) | 1 (Backlog) |
| UR (Ex-Servicemen of HP) | 18 (Backlog) |
| UR (Intellectual/Multiple Disability of HP) | 1 |
| SC of HP | 6 |
| SC (Hearing Impaired of HP) | 1 (Backlog) |
| SC (Ex-Servicemen of HP) | 3 (Backlog) |
| ST of HP | 2 |
| ST (Ex-Servicemen of HP) | 1 (Backlog) |
| OBC of HP | 4 |
| OBC (Ex-Servicemen of HP) | 1 (Backlog) |
| EWS of HP | 4 |
| Total | 65 |
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential Qualification:
- B.Sc. (Agriculture) from a recognized university under a 4-year program.
- M.Sc. (Agriculture) in second class from a recognized institution.
- Desirable Qualification:
- First-class M.Sc. (Agriculture) or above.
- Knowledge of Himachali customs, manners, and dialects suitable for appointment in the state’s unique conditions.
Age Limit (as of 01 January 2024)
- Maximum Age: 45 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Screening Test (Objective Type):
- Covers General Knowledge, English, and Hindi.
- Subject Aptitude Test (SAT) (Descriptive):
- Includes detailed questions related to Agriculture.
- Personality Test:
- For candidates shortlisted based on written test performance.
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 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 |
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Detailed Notification | Notification |
| HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025 Apply Online | Online Form |
| HPPSC Official Website | HPPSC |
FAQs
How to apply for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025?
Apply Online From the website hppsc.hp.gov.in
What is the last date to apply for HPPSC ADO Recruitment 2025?
27 January 2025
