HPRCA-Horticulture-Extension-Officer-Recruitment-2025

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  • Recruiting Authority: Himachal Pradesh Rajya Chayan Aayog (HPRCA), Hamirpur
  • Notification Released: 18 August 2025
  • Online Application Period: 27 August 2025 – 30 September 2025 (closing at 11:59 PM)
  • Total Vacancies: 76 posts across various positions—including 38 for Horticulture Extension Officer

Vacancy Breakdown

  • Horticulture Extension Officer: 38 posts
  • Other Vacancies:
    • Proof Reader – 2
    • Copy Holder – 1
    • Offset Operator – 2
    • Photo Type Setter Operator – 5
    • Plate Maker (Offset) – 1
    • Fly Boy (Offset) – 3
    • Laboratory Assistant – 2
    • Statistical Assistant – 3
    • Medical Laboratory Technician G-II – 19Eligibility & Educational Requirements
      • For Horticulture Extension Officer:
        • Must possess a four-year B.Sc. (Horticulture) degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university
      • Other positions vary in qualification—ranging from 10+2 to Bachelor’s degrees or relevant diplomas. Details are in the full notification

Age Limit

  • 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2025, with age relaxations applicable as per Himachal Pradesh government norms

Application Fee

  • General category: ₹800 (includes exam + processing)
  • Correction fee: ₹100 (if applicable)
  • Note: Some sources mention fees may vary by category; refer to the official notification for exact fee structure

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

  1. Written Examination / Computer-Based Test
  2. Skill Test or Practical Test (if applicable)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Medical Examination (where required)

Pay Scale

  • Salary is governed by Himachal Pradesh Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2022
  • Horticulture Extension Officer posts fall under Level-6 / Cell-1 pay grade—approximate pay between ₹25,600 and ₹81,200 (as per level-6 range; specifics may vary)

Trainee recruits receive 60% of the entry-level salary during training period

Applying for the Recruitment

  1. Visit the official website: hprca.hp.gov.in
  2. Locate the notification (Advt. No. 03/2025) and read it thoroughly.
  3. Register via Single Sign-On (SSO) using Aadhaar (if required).
  4. Complete the online form, upload necessary documents, photo, and signature.
  5. Pay applicable fee and submit along with an optional printout for your records

Vacancy Breakdown

  • Horticulture Extension Officer: 38 posts
  • Other Vacancies:
    • Proof Reader – 2
    • Copy Holder – 1
    • Offset Operator – 2
    • Photo Type Setter Operator – 5
    • Plate Maker (Offset) – 1
    • Fly Boy (Offset) – 3
    • Laboratory Assistant – 2
    • Statistical Assistant – 3
    • Medical Laboratory Technician G-II – 19Eligibility & Educational Requirements
      • For Horticulture Extension Officer:
        • Must possess a four-year B.Sc. (Horticulture) degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized university
      • Other positions vary in qualification—ranging from 10+2 to Bachelor’s degrees or relevant diplomas. Details are in the full notification

Age Limit

  • 18 to 45 years as of 1 January 2025, with age relaxations applicable as per Himachal Pradesh government norms

Application Fee

  • General category: ₹800 (includes exam + processing)
  • Correction fee: ₹100 (if applicable)
  • Note: Some sources mention fees may vary by category; refer to the official notification for exact fee structure

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes:

  1. Written Examination / Computer-Based Test
  2. Skill Test or Practical Test (if applicable)
  3. Document Verification
  4. Medical Examination (where required)

Pay Scale

  • Salary is governed by Himachal Pradesh Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2022
  • Horticulture Extension Officer posts fall under Level-6 / Cell-1 pay grade—approximate pay between ₹25,600 and ₹81,200 (as per level-6 range; specifics may vary)

Trainee recruits receive 60% of the entry-level salary during training period

Applying for the Recruitment

  1. Visit the official website: hprca.hp.gov.in
  2. Locate the notification (Advt. No. 03/2025) and read it thoroughly.
  3. Register via Single Sign-On (SSO) using Aadhaar (if required).
  4. Complete the online form, upload necessary documents, photo, and signature.
  5. Pay applicable fee and submit along with an optional printout for your records