PPSC Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 101 Posts
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 ₹44,900/- (Level-7) with admissible allowances after the probation period. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification before applying.
Authority - State Government
Application Mode - Online
Job Type - Regular
Advertisement - Advt No: 20256
Posted On
18 Oct 2025, 02:01 pm
Total Posts
101
Organization
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
🗓️ Important Dates
Application Start Date: 17-10-2025
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Application Last Date: 14-11-2025
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Admit Card Release: To be announced
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Written Exam Date: To be announced
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Interview Date: After written exam
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Venue (if applicable): PPSC Examination Centres (as per Admit Card)
💰 Application Fee
General Category – ₹1500/- (₹500 Application Charges + ₹1000 Examination Fee)
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SC/ST/Backward Classes (Punjab only) – ₹750/- (₹500 Application Charges + ₹250 Examination Fee)
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Ex-Servicemen / EWS / Persons with Disabilities / LDESM (Punjab only) – ₹500/- (₹500 Application Charges + No Examination Fee)
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Payment Mode – Online only
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Note – The fee is non-refundable and must be paid before 14-11-2025 (11:59 PM).
🎯 Age Limit
Minimum Age: 18 Years
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Maximum Age: 37 Years
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Relaxation:
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Govt. employees: up to 45 years
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SC/BC of Punjab: up to 42 years
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Widows/Divorcees: up to 42 years
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PwD (Punjab): up to 47 years
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Ex-servicemen: As per service rules
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🎓 Qualification
B.Sc. (Agriculture) with Horticulture as an elective subject or B.Sc. (Horticulture) with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university.
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M.Sc. (Horticulture) from a recognized university or institution.
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Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory or elective subject.
📋 Vacancy Details
| Sl. No | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) | 101 | ₹44,900/- (Level-7) |
🖊 How to Apply
Visit the official website: https://ppsc.gov.in/
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Open the “Recruitment / Apply Online” section.
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Fill in the application form carefully.
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Upload passport-size photo, signature, and required documents.
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Pay the application fee through online mode.
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Submit the form and take a printout for record keeping.
Kindly read the complete official notification carefully before applying!
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