- Recruitment for Crop Guardian (Plant Protection Officer) roles under the Crop Protection Program in Western Singhbhum district, Jharkhand.
- Positions are contract-based (11 months) with a monthly stipend of ₹11,851. Regularization is not guaranteed.
- Positions are located at Plant Protection Centres (PPCs) across Western Singhbhum district.
- The recruitment is under the state government’s agricultural department and follows Jharkhand’s reservation norms.
JHA
Active Listing
🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
Crop Guardian Vacancies in Western Singhbhum District
Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Cooperative (Agriculture Wing), Government of Jharkhand
Total Vacancies
15
Job Location
Western Singhbhum District, Jharkhand (Plant Protection Centres across the district)
Apply Start
15 Oct 2026
Apply Deadline
30 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Cooperative (Agriculture Wing), Government of Jharkhand (Jharkhand Agriculture Dept) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass) |
| Number of Vacancies | 15 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹11,851 per month (stipend-based, contract for 11 months). No regularization or government service benefits guaranteed. |
| Age Limits | Minimum 18 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | • The provided job notification does not explicitly mention any application fee in the raw text.: No application fee details were found in the job notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Minimum 10th pass (Matriculation) from a recognized board.
- Training Requirement: Mandatory minimum 5-day training under the Agriculture & Horticulture Directorate, Jharkhand.
- Language Proficiency: Must have knowledge of the local language (likely Hindi or Santhali).
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to ride a bicycle and climb trees for plant inspection.
- Residency Requirement: Applicant must be a resident of the Plant Protection Centre’s tehsil (sub-district) in Western Singhbhum.
- Training Requirement: Mandatory minimum 5-day training under the Agriculture & Horticulture Directorate, Jharkhand.
- Language Proficiency: Must have knowledge of the local language (likely Hindi or Santhali).
- Physical Requirements: Must be able to ride a bicycle and climb trees for plant inspection.
- Residency Requirement: Applicant must be a resident of the Plant Protection Centre’s tehsil (sub-district) in Western Singhbhum.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on departmental orders, approved vacancies, and district-level reservation rosters.
- No explicit mention of written tests, interviews, or merit-based selection. Selection criteria are administered by the department as per state guidelines.
- No explicit mention of written tests, interviews, or merit-based selection. Selection criteria are administered by the department as per state guidelines.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General
OBC
SC
ST
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
OBC
SC
ST
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
📂 Required Documents
- Not specified in the notification. Check the official website or office notice board for details.
💳 Application Fee Details
• The provided job notification does not explicitly mention any application fee in the raw text.: No application fee details were found in the job notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Crop Guardian positions in Western Singhbhum?
There are 15 vacancies for Crop Guardian (Plant Protection Officer) roles in Western Singhbhum district, Jharkhand.
Q.
What is the monthly stipend for the Crop Guardian position?
The monthly stipend for the Crop Guardian position is ₹11,851 for 11 months. This is a contract-based role with no guarantee of regularization.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for the Crop Guardian vacancies in Western Singhbhum.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for Crop Guardian vacancies?
The last date to submit applications is 30th October 2026 by 5:00 PM via speed post or registered mail.
Q.
Do I need to be a resident of Western Singhbhum to apply?
Yes, applicants must be residents of the Plant Protection Centre’s tehsil (sub-district) in Western Singhbhum to be eligible.