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Chief Soil Survey Officer Recruitment 2025 1 Posts – Just Announced – Delhi – 2025

Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Domain: Agriculture & Rural Development
Employment Type: Full time
Stage: Announcement - Official Advertisement

Posted: 1 month ago

Posts: 1

Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)

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Job Details

The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare is seeking an experienced and dynamic officer to lead the Soil and Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI) as the Chief Soil Survey Officer (CSSO). This prestigious position involves overseeing soil survey and land resource mapping operations across India. The role requires a strong background in soil science and significant experience in soil survey and related fields.

Level:
central
State:
Delhi
Cities:
New Delhi
Other Information:
  • Regional Centers: SLUSI operates through regional centers located in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Noida, Nagpur, and Ranchi.

Job Summary

The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare has announced a vacancy for the Chief Soil Survey Officer (CSSO) at SLUSI. The position is to be filled through deputation, including short-term contract plus promotion. Eligible candidates must apply within 60 days from the advertisement date.

Important Dates

#EventDate
1Application Deadline60 days from the date of publication in Employment News

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
M.Sc. in Soil ScienceRequired
M.Sc. in Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil ScienceRequired

2. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Desirable ExperienceMinimum one-year experience in aerial photo-interpretation or any other branch of Soil Conservation.

3. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - 56 years
Maximum Age Limit56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

4. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
Citizenship RequirementCandidates must be officers under the Central or State Governments or Union Territories or Public Sector Undertakings or Universities or Recognized Research Institutions or Statutory or Autonomous Organizations or Indian Council of Agriculture Research.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 1

1. Chief Soil Survey Officer (CSSO)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Soil Science or M.Sc. in Agricultural Chemistry with specialization in Soil Science.
  • Experience: Twelve years' experience in Soil Survey.

Age Limitations:

  • Maximum Age: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: 37,400 - ₹67,000 Monthly

> Grade Pay: 8700

Other Information

  • Pay Scale: Level-13 of the Pay Matrix (Pre-revised: Rs. 37400-67000 + Grade Pay Rs. 8700/- in PB-4).

How to Apply

1. Application Submission:
Applications in the prescribed format should be sent through proper channel to: The Under Secretary, INM Division, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 573-A, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001.
2. Required Documents:
Applications must be accompanied by a bio-data, photocopies of ACRs/APARs for the last five years, Vigilance Clearance Certificate, Integrity Certificate, No Penalty Certificate, and a certificate from the employer confirming the correctness of the particulars.

Selection Process

1. Selection Method:
The position will be filled through a composite method of deputation, including short-term contract plus promotion.

Document Requirements

1. Bio-data:
Bio-data in duplicate as per the prescribed proforma (Annexure-II).
2. ACRs/APARs:
Photocopies of ACRs/APARs for the last five years, each page duly attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary.
3. Vigilance Clearance Certificate:
A certificate indicating that there is no vigilance or disciplinary case pending/contemplated against the candidate.
4. Integrity Certificate:
Certified by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary or equivalent.
5. No Penalty Certificate:
A statement indicating details of major/minor penalties imposed in the last 10 years.
6. Employer's Certificate:
Certificate from the employer confirming that the particulars furnished by the officer are correct and that he/she possesses the required qualifications and experience.

Important Instructions

1. Application Instructions:
Applications must be routed through the proper channel and accompanied by all required documents. Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
2. Withdrawal of Application:
Once selected, candidates will not be allowed to withdraw their name at a later stage.

Disqualification Criteria

1. Incomplete Applications:
Applications that are incomplete or not accompanied by the required documents will not be entertained.

Contact Details

Address: Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 573-A, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001

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