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Scheme Officer Recruitment 2026 1 Posts – Just Announced – India – 2026

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

Posted: 9 days ago

Posts: 1

Location: CENTRAL

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Job Details

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is seeking to fill the position of Scheme Officer. This role involves monitoring ongoing schemes, preparing budget estimates, evaluating schemes, and formulating proposals for new schemes in the Plant Protection Division. The position is open for deputation or promotion, with specific eligibility criteria including educational qualifications in Agriculture or related fields and relevant experience.

Level:
central
Cities:
New Delhi
Other Information:
  • Office Location: Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi

Job Summary

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has announced a vacancy for the post of Scheme Officer. The position is open for deputation or promotion, with specific eligibility criteria and responsibilities outlined. Interested candidates must apply within 60 days of the notification release.

Important Dates

#EventDate
1Notification Release DateApril 5, 2026
2Application Deadline60 days from the publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Bachelor's degree in AgricultureRequired
Master's Degree in Agriculture ChemistryRequired
Master's Degree in EntomologyRequired
Master's Degree in Plant PathologyRequired
Master's Degree in Weed ScienceRequired
Master's Degree in NematologyRequired

2. Other Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Experience RequirementThree years’ experience in plant protection involving handling of insecticides for Bachelor's degree holders; One year for Master's degree holders.

3. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience Range1 - 3 years

4. Age Limit

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

5. Citizenship

CriteriaDetails
Citizenship RequirementCandidates must be citizens of India.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 1

1. Scheme Officer

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or Master's Degree in related fields.
  • Experience: Experience in plant protection involving handling of insecticides.

Age Limitations:

  • Maximum Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years.

Salary Details

> Salary Range: 44,900 - ₹142,400 Monthly

Other Information

  • Pay Regulation: The pay of the selected candidate will be regulated under the provisions contained in the DoP&T O.M. No. 6/8/2009-Estt. (Pay-II) dated 17/06/2010 as amended time to time.

How to Apply

1. Application Submission:
Applications (in triplicate) should be forwarded as per the prescribed proforma at Annexure-I along with necessary documents.
2. Documents Required:
Cadre clearance, integrity certificate, list of major/minor penalties, vigilance clearance certificate, photocopy of APARs, and self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
3. Forwarding Address:
Applications should be sent to Ms. Phani Tulasi K. CH, Under Secretary (Pers.-II), Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Room No. 12-A, Ground Floor, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001.

Selection Process

1. Selection Method:
Selection will be made by promotion or deputation (including short term contract).

Document Requirements

1. Required Documents:
Cadre clearance, integrity certificate, list of major/minor penalties, vigilance clearance certificate, photocopy of APARs, and self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.

Important Instructions

1. Application Instructions:
Applications not forwarded through proper channel or those received without the requisite certificates and necessary documents will not be entertained.
2. Withdrawal of Candidature:
Candidates who apply for the post will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently.

Other Information

1. Website for Details:
Complete advertisement, Bio-data format (Annexure-I) and certificate for CC, IC, VC & MMP (Annexure-II), etc. can be downloaded from the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare’s website: www.agriwelfare.gov.in (Click on ‘Recruitment’ Tab).

Important Links

Contact Details

Address: Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi - 110001

Other Information

  • Contact Person: Ms. Phani Tulasi K. CH, Under Secretary (Pers.-II)

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