Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Recruitment 2026 for 1 Scheme Officer Post – Apply Online @ agriwelfare.gov.in

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Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Recruitment 2026 for Scheme Officer Post

Golden Opportunity: The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has released the Latest Notification 2026 for the post of Scheme Officer. This is a prime Sarkari Result update for central government job seekers. Candidates looking for Government Jobs in New Delhi should not miss this high-level technical post.

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Why Apply for Department of Agriculture Jobs?

Securing a Sarkari Naukri in the Ministry of Agriculture offers immense benefits:

• Job Security: Permanent central government posting in Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.
• Pay Scale: Attractive salary under Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400) as per the 7th CPC.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for promotion and deputation in various agricultural schemes.
• Location: Prestigious posting at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for Department of Agriculture Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Scheme Officer Post

Candidates must meet the following educational and experience requirements to apply for this Central Government Job.

Educational Qualification

• Option 1: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture from a recognized University/Institute.
• Option 2: Master's Degree in Agriculture Chemistry, Entomology, Plant Pathology, Weed Science, or Nematology from a recognized University/Institute.

Experience Requirements

• For Bachelor's Degree Holders: 3 years experience in plant protection involving handling of insecticides.
• For Master's Degree Holders: 1 year experience in plant protection involving handling of insecticides.

Age Limit & Service Criteria (Deputation)

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis OR with 5 years of regular service in Level-10 (Pay Matrix Rs. 56,100-1,77,500).
• Departmental Senior Technical Assistant Grade-II with 5 years of regular service may also be considered.

How to Apply for Department of Agriculture Recruitment 2026

Interested candidates must follow the offline application process. This is not an Online Apply notification.

1. Visit the official website: agriwelfare.gov.in and download the application format and bio-data proforma.
2. Prepare the application in triplicate (3 copies).
3. Forward the application through the proper channel to the address mentioned below.
4. Superscribe the envelope in bold letters: "Application for the Post of Scheme Officer".
5. Send the application 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.

Note: Applications must reach within 60 days of the circular's publication in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date is within 60 days of the publication date (May 2, 2026), effectively July 1, 2026.

Yes, this is a Central Government Job under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.

The salary is Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400 (Level-7) as per the 7th CPC.

There is 1 vacancy for the Scheme Officer post.

Selection is based on Composite Method (Promotion or Deputation).

No, applications must be submitted offline via post.

The official website is agriwelfare.gov.in.

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture OR Master's Degree in Agriculture Chemistry/Entomology/Plant Pathology/Weed Science/Nematology.