DAOP Recruitment 2026: 6 Crop Protector Posts – Apply Offline @ pakur.nic.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Age Limit Breakdown

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Nationality / Residency: Candidates must be local residents of Pakur district, Jharkhand. A valid local residential certificate issued by a competent authority is mandatory.
• Educational Qualification: Minimum Matriculation / Secondary (10th pass) from a recognised educational institution.
• Training: Minimum 5-day training under the Directorate of Agriculture and Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperative, Government of Jharkhand.
• Language: Proficiency in the local language of the district is a qualifying criterion.
• Physical Skills: Candidates must be proficient in bicycle riding and tree climbing, which will be assessed through a practical test during selection.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Scrutiny of Applications: All submitted offline applications will be checked for completeness and eligibility.
2. Merit List Preparation: A merit list will be prepared based on academic marks and training marks.
3. Practical Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo a practical test assessing bicycle riding and tree climbing skills.
4. Verification of Original Documents: Original certificates will be verified before final selection.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the practical test or document verification.

How to Apply – Offline Process

1. Download the official notification and application form from pakur.nic.in or atmapakur.co.in.
2. Fill all mandatory details clearly in Hindi or English.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required certificates (education, training, residency, caste/EWS, identity proof).
4. Affix a recent passport-size self-attested photograph on the application form.
5. Submit the completed application either in person or by Registered Post / Speed Post to: Office of the District Agriculture Officer, Combined Agriculture Building, Block Campus, Pakur, Jharkhand – Pin Code 816107.
6. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 16 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Incomplete or late applications will be rejected.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Matriculation (10th) Pass Certificate and Marksheet
• Intermediate / 10+2 Certificate and Marksheet (if applicable)
• Graduation Certificate and Marksheet (if applicable)
• Minimum 5-Day Training Certificate and any additional training certificates
• Local Language Proficiency Certificate (if applicable)
• Valid Local Residential Certificate (Pakur district) issued by competent authority
• Caste Certificate (SC/ST/EBC) in Central Government prescribed format, if applicable
• EWS Certificate, if applicable
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID)
• Character Certificate

Important Instructions

• The appointment is for 11 months on a contract basis or until regular appointment, whichever is earlier. There is no automatic right to regularisation, pension, or service benefits equivalent to regular government employees.
• Canvassing in any form will result in immediate disqualification.
• The competent authority reserves the right to modify the number of vacancies or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
• All original documents must be produced for verification before final selection.

Important Links

• Download DAOP Pakur Crop Protector Official Notification PDF (Adv. No. 01/2026-27)
• Visit District Agriculture Office Pakur Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for DAOP Pakur Crop Protector Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application is 16 October 2026, up to 5:00 PM. The application must reach the Office of the District Agriculture Officer, Pakur either in person or by Registered/Speed Post.

What is the submission address for the application?

Applications should be sent to: Office of the District Agriculture Officer, Combined Agriculture Building, Block Campus, Pakur, Jharkhand – 816107. Candidates may apply in person or via Registered Post / Speed Post.

What is the application fee for DAOP Pakur Crop Protector posts?

The application fee is not stated in the official notification (Advertisement No. 01/2026-27). Candidates should refer to the official notification PDF for any fee-related instructions.

Is this a permanent government job?

No. The Crop Protector appointment is contractual for 11 months or until regular appointment, whichever is earlier. The role is purely honorarium-based and does not confer any right to regularisation, pension, or benefits equivalent to regular government employees.

What is the salary for the Crop Protector post?

The monthly honorarium for the Crop Protector post is Rs. 11,851/- per month. There is no additional allowance or HRA mentioned in the notification.

What skills are tested during the selection process?

Beyond the merit list based on academic and training marks, candidates will undergo a practical test assessing bicycle riding and tree climbing skills. Original documents will also be verified. No TA/DA is payable for attendance.