Jharkhand Fasal Rakshak (Kamdar) Recruitment 2026 – Giridih Plant Protection Centre

Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Giridih has released Advt No. 01/2026-27 for 6 honorarium-based contractual posts of Fasal Rakshak (Kamdar) at the Plant Protection Centre, Giridih. Applications are accepted offline only until 16 November 2026.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Remuneration

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Qualification: Minimum Matriculation (10th) pass from a recognised educational institution.
• Mandatory Training: Completion of at least one 05 (five)-day training programme under the Directorate of Agriculture and Horticulture, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperative Department, Government of Jharkhand.
• Language: Knowledge of local languages (Khortha and Santhali) is mandatory.
• Physical Skills: Proficiency in cycling and climbing trees is required.
• Residency: Must be a permanent local resident of Giridih district. Candidates from the concerned blocks receive preference.
• Age Relaxation: EBC/BC men up to 37 years; Women (UR/EWS/EBC/BC) up to 38 years; SC/ST (Men & Women) up to 40 years.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Scrutiny of applications for eligibility and document verification.
2. Merit evaluation out of 100 marks: Matric marks (x 0.6, max 60) + Training duration (max 25) + Interview (15).
3. Physical qualifying test: Cycling and tree-climbing ability assessment.
4. Final verification of original certificates before appointment.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Matriculation (10th) Marksheet
• Minimum 05-day Training Certificate issued by Directorate of Agriculture & Horticulture, Jharkhand
• Experience / Additional Training Certificates (if applicable)
• Valid Local Resident Certificate of Giridih District (Issued after 19.07.2019)
• Valid Caste / Category Certificate in Central/State format (if applicable)
• Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

How to Apply Offline

Fill the prescribed application form attached with the notification, paste a self-attested photograph, and seal it along with self-attested copies of all certificates in an A4/12x9 inch envelope. The envelope must be superscribed with 'Application for honorarium/remuneration based Fasal Rakshak (Kamdar)'. Send via Registered/Speed Post or hand deliver between 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM to: Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Giridih, Subdivisional Agriculture Farm, Pachamba, Giridih, District Giridih, PIN 815316. The application must reach by 05:00 PM on 16.11.2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for Jharkhand Fasal Rakshak Recruitment 2026?

The application must reach the Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Giridih by 05:00 PM on 16 November 2026.

Is there an application fee for the Fasal Rakshak (Kamdar) post?

No, the official notification does not specify any application fee for these posts.

What is the salary for Giridih Plant Protection Centre recruitment?

The selected candidates will receive a monthly honorarium of Rs. 11,851.

Is this a permanent government job in Jharkhand?

No, this is a temporary, contractual position with a tenure of one year or until the post is filled by a regular appointment, whichever is earlier. It does not confer permanent government employee status.

How do I apply for this recruitment?

Applications are strictly offline. Candidates must send their filled forms and documents by Registered/Speed Post or in person to the address mentioned in the notification.