Junior Plant Protection Office Dhanbad — Department of Agriculture and Horticulture, Government of Jharkhand
| Last Date to Apply | 25 Sep 2026 |
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| Post Name | Crop Protector (Kamdar) |
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| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Qualification | Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board, 5-day training certification from Agriculture and Horticulture Directorate, local language proficiency of Dhanbad district, and physical capability to ride a bicycle and climb trees. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years as on closing date. Age relaxation as per state government rules. |
| Salary | Rs. 11,851 per month |
| Application Fee | Nil (No application fee for any category) |
| Selection Process | Merit list based on 10th qualification marks, verification of local language proficiency and practical skills (tree climbing and cycling), followed by document and character verification. |
The Junior Plant Protection Office, Dhanbad, under Advertisement No. 10/2026-27, has issued an official recruitment notification for 4 contractual vacancies for the post of Crop Protector (Kamdar). Eligible candidates residing in Jharkhand with requisite local language knowledge and qualifications can submit their application forms via postal mail. The deadline for receipt of completed offline applications is 25 September 2026.
| Parameters | Official Specifications |
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| Recruiting Authority | Junior Plant Protection Office, Dhanbad |
| Post Title | Crop Protector (Kamdar) |
| Advertisement Number | 10/2026-27 |
| Total Vacancies | 04 Posts |
| Employment Mode | Contractual Basis |
| Monthly Remuneration | Rs. 11,851/- per month |
| Application Mode | Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post) |
| Application Fee | Nil (Free for all categories) |
| Last Date to Receive Application | 25 September 2026 |
| Official Portal | dhanbad.nic.in |
Candidates must fulfill all specified educational standards and practical skills on or before the closing date of application:
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
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| All Applicants | 18 Years | 40 Years |
Note: Age relaxations for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD) will apply strictly in accordance with Jharkhand state government norms.
Selection for the Crop Protector (Kamdar) post will be executed through a transparent multi-stage verification process:
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