The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released a notification for 101 posts of Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) in the Department of Horticulture, Government of Punjab. Eligible candidates possessing B.Sc. (Agriculture) with Horticulture as an elective subject or B.Sc. Horticulture and M.Sc. Horticulture may apply online from 17th October 2025 to 14th November 2025. The selection process includes a written competitive examination (480 marks) and an interview (60 marks). The pay scale for the post is βΉ44,900/- (Level-7) with admissible allowances after the probation period. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
Posted
18 Oct 2025, 02:01 pm
Total Posts
101
Organization
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
Dates
18 Oct 2025 - 14 Nov 2025
Application Start Date: 17-10-2025
Application Last Date: 14-11-2025
Admit Card Release: To be announced
Written Exam Date: To be announced
Interview Date: After written exam
Venue (if applicable): PPSC Examination Centres (as per Admit Card)
General Category β βΉ1500/- (βΉ500 Application Charges + βΉ1000 Examination Fee)
SC/ST/Backward Classes (Punjab only) β βΉ750/- (βΉ500 Application Charges + βΉ250 Examination Fee)
Ex-Servicemen / EWS / Persons with Disabilities / LDESM (Punjab only) β βΉ500/- (βΉ500 Application Charges + No Examination Fee)
Payment Mode β Online only
Note β The fee is non-refundable and must be paid before 14-11-2025 (11:59 PM).
Minimum Age: 18 Years
Maximum Age: 37 Years
Relaxation:
Govt. employees: up to 45 years
SC/BC of Punjab: up to 42 years
Widows/Divorcees: up to 42 years
PwD (Punjab): up to 47 years
Ex-servicemen: As per service rules
B.Sc. (Agriculture) with Horticulture as an elective subject or B.Sc. (Horticulture) with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university.
M.Sc. (Horticulture) from a recognized university or institution.
Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) | 101 | βΉ44,900/- (Level-7) |
Visit the official website: https://ppsc.gov.in/
Open the βRecruitment / Apply Onlineβ section.
Fill in the application form carefully.
Upload passport-size photo, signature, and required documents.
Pay the application fee through online mode.
Submit the form and take a printout for record keeping.
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!
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