DAFW Directorate of Extension Joint Director Recruitment Rules 2026
Posted: 7 days ago
Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)
My Bharat Jobs - Govt Alert App
Get real-time alerts for Sarkari jobs across India — fast, free, and without ads.
Job Details
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DAFW), Directorate of Extension has circulated draft Recruitment Rules (2026) for three Group ‘A’ Gazetted posts at Level‑11 of the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700): Joint Director (Farm Information) [4 posts], Joint Director (Extension) [7 posts], and Joint Director (Women’s Programme) [2 posts]. The drafts set out classification, number of posts, method of recruitment (promotion and/or deputation including short‑term contract with specified shares), eligibility for promotion and deputation, probation (where applicable), consultation requirements with UPSC, disqualification (marriage) clause, power to relax, and reservation/age‑relaxation savings. No direct recruitment is proposed for these posts. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments within 30 days of the O.M. date.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Delhi
- Cities:
- New Delhi
Job Summary
Draft Recruitment Rules (2026) for three Joint Director cadres in DAFW’s Directorate of Extension propose Level‑11 pay and filling by promotion/deputation with defined eligibility. Comments are to be emailed within 30 days of 19th August 2026.
Important Dates
Date of issue of Office Memorandum
Last date to submit commentsNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Direct recruitment | Not applicable for these posts as per the draft rules. |
| Deputation age limit | Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications (period of deputation ordinarily not to exceed four years). |
3. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Method of recruitment | By promotion and deputation (including short‑term contract) in varying shares as per post; no direct recruitment. |
🎯 One App for All Govt Jobs. Zero Ads.
Track jobs by state, department, or stage. Get real-time alerts and save your favorites — without any login or distractions.
- ✅ Real-time verified alerts
- 📍 Smart filters for state & department
- 🔔 Personalized notifications
Post Details
1. Joint Director (Farm Information)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial).
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 20% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 80% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Assistant Editor (English) or Assistant Editor (Hindi) in Level‑7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) with seven years’ regular service in the grade.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: holding analogous post; or with 5 years’ service in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension in one or more of the following: planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes; or teaching at college/university level in agriculture, agricultural extension or allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation desirable experience: Experience handling agricultural information, mass media, farm extension literature, agriculture exhibitions, production of audio‑visual materials on agriculture and agricultural films.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is necessary for appointment to the post on promotion basis.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
2. Joint Director (Extension)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted, Non‑Ministerial.
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 40% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 60% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Extension Officer in Level‑10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,800) with five years’ regular service in the grade and successful completion of two to four weeks’ training in Agricultural Extension.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: analogous post; or 5 years in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension in planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes; or teaching at college/university level in agriculture/agricultural extension/allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is not necessary.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
3. Joint Director (Women’s Programme)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial).
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 50% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 50% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Regional Home Economist in Level‑10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,800) with five years’ regular service in the grade.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: analogous post; or 5 years in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension (planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes) or teaching at college/university level in agriculture/agricultural extension/allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is not necessary.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700 Monthly
Other Information
- Pay level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) for all three posts.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode:
- Send comments/suggestions by email.
- 2. Email addresses:
- us.extension-agri@gov.in (with copy to so.extn-agri@gov.in).
- 3. Subject line:
- Mention “Comments on the RRs for the post of ______” in the email subject.
- 4. Timeline:
- Within 30 days from the date of issue of this O.M.
- 5. Content:
- Attach/mention specific justification for each suggestion, wherever applicable.
Selection Process
- 1. Promotion/deputation shares:
- FI: 20% promotion (failing which deputation) + 80% deputation; Extension: 40% promotion (failing which deputation) + 60% deputation; Women’s Programme: 50% promotion (failing which deputation) + 50% deputation.
- 2. DPC/UPSC:
- FI: UPSC consultation necessary for appointment on promotion; Extension & Women’s Programme: UPSC consultation not necessary. Departmental Promotion Committees constituted as per schedules.
Reservation Details
- 1. Savings clause:
- Nothing in the rules affects reservation, relaxation of age limit and other concessions for SC/ST/OBC, ex‑servicemen and other special categories as per Central Government orders.
Important Instructions
- 1. Circulation/upload:
- The O.M. requests upload on agriwelfare.gov.in under “What’s New” and circulation in the Directorate of Extension.
- 2. File reference:
- F. No. 1-1/2021-Extn.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Marriage disqualification:
- A person who has married while having a spouse living, or who has married someone having a spouse living, is ineligible unless exempted by the Central Government as per the personal law and for recorded reasons.
Important Links
Contact Details
Email: us.extension-agri@gov.in
Phone: 23382013
Address: Extension Division, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi
Other Information
Copy email: so.extn-agri@gov.in
Issuing officer: Under Secretary to the Govt. of India (Extension Division).
Latest Notifications
Comments invited for DAFW Directorate of Extension Joint Director draft RRs 2026
View PDF
Share This Page
Let your network know about this content
Click below to copy the link and share it!
DAFW Directorate of Extension Joint Director Recruitment Rules 2026
Posted: 7 days ago
Location: CENTRAL (Delhi)
My Bharat Jobs - Govt Alert App
Get real-time alerts for Sarkari jobs across India — fast, free, and without ads.
Job Details
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DAFW), Directorate of Extension has circulated draft Recruitment Rules (2026) for three Group ‘A’ Gazetted posts at Level‑11 of the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700): Joint Director (Farm Information) [4 posts], Joint Director (Extension) [7 posts], and Joint Director (Women’s Programme) [2 posts]. The drafts set out classification, number of posts, method of recruitment (promotion and/or deputation including short‑term contract with specified shares), eligibility for promotion and deputation, probation (where applicable), consultation requirements with UPSC, disqualification (marriage) clause, power to relax, and reservation/age‑relaxation savings. No direct recruitment is proposed for these posts. Stakeholders are invited to submit comments within 30 days of the O.M. date.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Delhi
- Cities:
- New Delhi
Job Summary
Draft Recruitment Rules (2026) for three Joint Director cadres in DAFW’s Directorate of Extension propose Level‑11 pay and filling by promotion/deputation with defined eligibility. Comments are to be emailed within 30 days of 19th August 2026.
Important Dates
Date of issue of Office Memorandum
Last date to submit commentsNextEstimated
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Direct recruitment | Not applicable for these posts as per the draft rules. |
| Deputation age limit | Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications (period of deputation ordinarily not to exceed four years). |
3. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Method of recruitment | By promotion and deputation (including short‑term contract) in varying shares as per post; no direct recruitment. |
🎯 One App for All Govt Jobs. Zero Ads.
Track jobs by state, department, or stage. Get real-time alerts and save your favorites — without any login or distractions.
- ✅ Real-time verified alerts
- 📍 Smart filters for state & department
- 🔔 Personalized notifications
Post Details
1. Joint Director (Farm Information)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial).
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 20% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 80% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Assistant Editor (English) or Assistant Editor (Hindi) in Level‑7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400) with seven years’ regular service in the grade.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: holding analogous post; or with 5 years’ service in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension in one or more of the following: planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes; or teaching at college/university level in agriculture, agricultural extension or allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation desirable experience: Experience handling agricultural information, mass media, farm extension literature, agriculture exhibitions, production of audio‑visual materials on agriculture and agricultural films.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is necessary for appointment to the post on promotion basis.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
2. Joint Director (Extension)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted, Non‑Ministerial.
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 40% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 60% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Extension Officer in Level‑10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,800) with five years’ regular service in the grade and successful completion of two to four weeks’ training in Agricultural Extension.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: analogous post; or 5 years in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension in planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes; or teaching at college/university level in agriculture/agricultural extension/allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is not necessary.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
3. Joint Director (Women’s Programme)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Classification: General Central Service, Group ‘A’, Gazetted (Non‑Ministerial).
- Pay Level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700).
- Method of recruitment: 50% by promotion failing which by deputation (including short term contract); 50% by deputation (including short term contract).
- Promotion eligibility: Regional Home Economist in Level‑10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,800) with five years’ regular service in the grade.
- Deputation service eligibility: Officers under Central/State Govts/UTs/PSUs/Statutory/Autonomous organizations/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions: analogous post; or 5 years in Level‑10; or 7 years in Level‑9; or 8 years in Level‑8; or 9 years in Level‑7.
- Deputation essential qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- Deputation essential experience: Three years’ experience in agricultural extension (planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring, training, farm communication, gender issues/women’s programmes) or teaching at college/university level in agriculture/agricultural extension/allied subjects.
- Deputation desirable qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture / Agricultural Extension and allied disciplines Agriculture from a recognized University or Institute.
- UPSC consultation: Consultation with UPSC is not necessary.
Age Limitations:
- Age limit for direct recruits: Not applicable.
- Deputation age/tenure: Maximum age not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications; period of deputation (including short‑term contract) ordinarily not to exceed four years.
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700 Monthly
Other Information
- Pay level: Level‑11 in the pay matrix (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) for all three posts.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode:
- Send comments/suggestions by email.
- 2. Email addresses:
- us.extension-agri@gov.in (with copy to so.extn-agri@gov.in).
- 3. Subject line:
- Mention “Comments on the RRs for the post of ______” in the email subject.
- 4. Timeline:
- Within 30 days from the date of issue of this O.M.
- 5. Content:
- Attach/mention specific justification for each suggestion, wherever applicable.
Selection Process
- 1. Promotion/deputation shares:
- FI: 20% promotion (failing which deputation) + 80% deputation; Extension: 40% promotion (failing which deputation) + 60% deputation; Women’s Programme: 50% promotion (failing which deputation) + 50% deputation.
- 2. DPC/UPSC:
- FI: UPSC consultation necessary for appointment on promotion; Extension & Women’s Programme: UPSC consultation not necessary. Departmental Promotion Committees constituted as per schedules.
Reservation Details
- 1. Savings clause:
- Nothing in the rules affects reservation, relaxation of age limit and other concessions for SC/ST/OBC, ex‑servicemen and other special categories as per Central Government orders.
Important Instructions
- 1. Circulation/upload:
- The O.M. requests upload on agriwelfare.gov.in under “What’s New” and circulation in the Directorate of Extension.
- 2. File reference:
- F. No. 1-1/2021-Extn.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Marriage disqualification:
- A person who has married while having a spouse living, or who has married someone having a spouse living, is ineligible unless exempted by the Central Government as per the personal law and for recorded reasons.
Important Links
Contact Details
Email: us.extension-agri@gov.in
Phone: 23382013
Address: Extension Division, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi
Other Information
Copy email: so.extn-agri@gov.in
Issuing officer: Under Secretary to the Govt. of India (Extension Division).
Share This Page
Let your network know about this content
Click below to copy the link and share it!
More jobs at Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
UPSC Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2027
127 posts · Announcement
SSC Junior Engineer Examination 2026
1748 posts · Announcement
BSSC CBT tender 2026 (NIT 05/310)
Bihar · Application
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Operator Crane Recruitment 2024
West Bengal · Cancelled
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Executive Trainee Recruitment 2025
3 posts · West Bengal · Result
Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Operator Pipe Bending 2024
West Bengal · Application