DA&FW PPQS Plant Protection Adviser Recruitment 2026
Posted: 22 days ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL
Closes: 27 Oct 2026
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Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare invites applications for one post of Plant Protection Adviser in the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (PPQS), Faridabad, on deputation (including short‑term contract) basis. The officer will advise Government of India on plant protection, quarantine, storage and locust matters; oversee executive and administrative work related to locust control and plant quarantine; and head the Directorate including its substations, with responsibilities of a Head of Department and support to States on plant protection schemes and anti‑locust operations. The post is General Central Service Group ‘A’ Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial) in Pay Level‑13A (Rs. 1,31,100–2,16,600). Essential qualifications include a Doctorate in specified disciplines and substantial supervisory and administrative experience. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel with prescribed documents within 45 days from publication in Employment News.
- Level:
- central
- Cities:
- Faridabad, New Delhi
- Other Information:
- Place of posting: Faridabad/New Delhi (as stated in the vacancy circular).
Job Summary
Central deputation vacancy for Plant Protection Adviser at PPQS, DA&FW. One post, Level‑13A, requiring a Doctorate in specified plant protection/chemistry disciplines with extensive supervisory and administrative experience. Apply within 45 days from publication in Employment News through proper channel.
Important Dates
Vacancy circular date
Last date to apply · Application closing date (as stated)NextEstimated
Last date to apply · Application closing date (calculated from 12 September 2026)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Doctorate Degree in Entomology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Nematology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Plant Pathology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Weed Science from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Organic Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Analytical Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Agricultural Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 12 - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 56 years |
| Upper age limit | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Deputation eligibility (service) | Officers under Central/State Governments/UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi‑Government/Autonomous/Statutory organizations holding analogous post on regular basis; or with two years’ service in Level‑13 (Rs. 1,18,500–2,14,100) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Plant Protection Adviser
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational qualification: Doctorate Degree in Entomology/Nematology/Plant Pathology/Weed Science/Organic Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Agricultural Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute.
- Experience: 12 years’ practical supervisory experience in control of pests/locust/plant diseases including applied research, and 3 years’ administrative experience.
- Service condition: Deputation (including short‑term contract); officers holding analogous post or with two years’ service in Level‑13 in parent cadre/department.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications.
Age Limitations:
- Maximum age: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹1,31,100 - ₹2,16,600 Monthly
Other Information
- Pay level: Level‑13A in Pay Matrix.
- 6th CPC reference: PB‑4 Rs. 37,400–67,000 with Grade Pay Rs. 8,900 (for reference).
- Pay regulation: Pay of the selected officer will be regulated as per DoPT O.M. No. 2/29/91‑Estt.(Pay‑II) dated 5.1.1994 and subsequent orders.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission route:
- Apply in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure‑II) through proper channel to Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi‑110001 within 45 days from publication in Employment News.
- 2. Where to send:
- Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 527A, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi‑110001.
- 3. Document forwarding:
- Applications must be forwarded by the cadre/parent department with all required certificates/documents.
- 4. Advance copies:
- Advance copies of applications or applications received after the prescribed closing date or not accompanied with required documents are liable to be rejected.
Document Requirements
- 1. Bio‑data:
- Bio‑data in prescribed proforma (Annexure‑II) in duplicate.
- 2. ACRs/APARs:
- Attested photocopies of ACRs/APARs for the last five years (each page attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary to Government of India).
- 3. Clearances/certificates:
- Vigilance clearance, Integrity certificate, and Cadre clearance certificate.
- 4. Penalty statement:
- Statement showing details of major/minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years, if any.
- 5. Cadre clearance (Annexure‑IV):
- Complete and unconditional Cadre Clearance as per proforma (Annexure‑IV).
Important Instructions
- 1. Deputation tenure:
- Period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed five years, including time spent in any other ex‑cadre post immediately preceding this appointment.
- 2. Eligibility verification:
- Eligibility will be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience supported by documents; information will be assessed by the Selection Committee.
- 3. Application integrity:
- Incomplete applications or those without requisite documents/clearances will not be considered.
Other Information
- 1. Attached office:
- Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (PPQS), an attached office of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare).
Important Links
Contact Details
Address: Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 527A, Krishi Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi‑110001
Other Information
Office address (alternate print): Room No. 5274, Krishi Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi‑110001 (as also printed in the circular).
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DA&FW PPQS Plant Protection Adviser Recruitment 2026
Posted: 22 days ago
Posts: 1
Location: CENTRAL
Closes: 27 Oct 2026
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Job Details
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare invites applications for one post of Plant Protection Adviser in the Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (PPQS), Faridabad, on deputation (including short‑term contract) basis. The officer will advise Government of India on plant protection, quarantine, storage and locust matters; oversee executive and administrative work related to locust control and plant quarantine; and head the Directorate including its substations, with responsibilities of a Head of Department and support to States on plant protection schemes and anti‑locust operations. The post is General Central Service Group ‘A’ Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial) in Pay Level‑13A (Rs. 1,31,100–2,16,600). Essential qualifications include a Doctorate in specified disciplines and substantial supervisory and administrative experience. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel with prescribed documents within 45 days from publication in Employment News.
- Level:
- central
- Cities:
- Faridabad, New Delhi
- Other Information:
- Place of posting: Faridabad/New Delhi (as stated in the vacancy circular).
Job Summary
Central deputation vacancy for Plant Protection Adviser at PPQS, DA&FW. One post, Level‑13A, requiring a Doctorate in specified plant protection/chemistry disciplines with extensive supervisory and administrative experience. Apply within 45 days from publication in Employment News through proper channel.
Important Dates
Vacancy circular date
Last date to apply · Application closing date (as stated)NextEstimated
Last date to apply · Application closing date (calculated from 12 September 2026)
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Doctorate Degree in Entomology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Nematology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Plant Pathology from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Weed Science from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Organic Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Analytical Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
| Doctorate Degree in Agricultural Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute. | Required |
2. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | 12 - N/A years |
3. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - 56 years |
| Upper age limit | Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Deputation eligibility (service) | Officers under Central/State Governments/UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi‑Government/Autonomous/Statutory organizations holding analogous post on regular basis; or with two years’ service in Level‑13 (Rs. 1,18,500–2,14,100) or equivalent in the parent cadre/department. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 1
1. Plant Protection Adviser
Eligibility Criteria:
- Educational qualification: Doctorate Degree in Entomology/Nematology/Plant Pathology/Weed Science/Organic Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Agricultural Chemistry from a recognized University/Institute.
- Experience: 12 years’ practical supervisory experience in control of pests/locust/plant diseases including applied research, and 3 years’ administrative experience.
- Service condition: Deputation (including short‑term contract); officers holding analogous post or with two years’ service in Level‑13 in parent cadre/department.
- Age limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of the receipt of applications.
Age Limitations:
- Maximum age: 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹1,31,100 - ₹2,16,600 Monthly
Other Information
- Pay level: Level‑13A in Pay Matrix.
- 6th CPC reference: PB‑4 Rs. 37,400–67,000 with Grade Pay Rs. 8,900 (for reference).
- Pay regulation: Pay of the selected officer will be regulated as per DoPT O.M. No. 2/29/91‑Estt.(Pay‑II) dated 5.1.1994 and subsequent orders.
How to Apply
- 1. Submission route:
- Apply in duplicate in the prescribed proforma (Annexure‑II) through proper channel to Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi‑110001 within 45 days from publication in Employment News.
- 2. Where to send:
- Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 527A, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi‑110001.
- 3. Document forwarding:
- Applications must be forwarded by the cadre/parent department with all required certificates/documents.
- 4. Advance copies:
- Advance copies of applications or applications received after the prescribed closing date or not accompanied with required documents are liable to be rejected.
Document Requirements
- 1. Bio‑data:
- Bio‑data in prescribed proforma (Annexure‑II) in duplicate.
- 2. ACRs/APARs:
- Attested photocopies of ACRs/APARs for the last five years (each page attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary to Government of India).
- 3. Clearances/certificates:
- Vigilance clearance, Integrity certificate, and Cadre clearance certificate.
- 4. Penalty statement:
- Statement showing details of major/minor penalties imposed during the last 10 years, if any.
- 5. Cadre clearance (Annexure‑IV):
- Complete and unconditional Cadre Clearance as per proforma (Annexure‑IV).
Important Instructions
- 1. Deputation tenure:
- Period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed five years, including time spent in any other ex‑cadre post immediately preceding this appointment.
- 2. Eligibility verification:
- Eligibility will be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience supported by documents; information will be assessed by the Selection Committee.
- 3. Application integrity:
- Incomplete applications or those without requisite documents/clearances will not be considered.
Other Information
- 1. Attached office:
- Directorate of Plant Protection, Quarantine & Storage (PPQS), an attached office of the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare).
Important Links
Contact Details
Address: Under Secretary (PP‑Estt), Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Room No. 527A, Krishi Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi‑110001
Other Information
Office address (alternate print): Room No. 5274, Krishi Bhawan, Dr. Rajendra Prasad Road, New Delhi‑110001 (as also printed in the circular).
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