District Agriculture Office, Simdega has announced 7 vacancies for the Crop Guard (Kamdar) post on a contract basis for one year or until regular appointment. Candidates can apply offline by submitting the completed application form by hand or through registered or speed post to the Subdivisional-cum-District Agriculture Officer, Simdega, Joint District Agriculture Office Campus (Near Sadar Hospital) on or before 26 October 2026. Applicants must be Matric (10th) passed and have 5 days training, with a notified pay of Rs. 11,851 per month. The selection process includes scrutiny of application forms, evaluation based on 100 marks, and document verification.
District Agriculture Office, Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | District Agriculture Office, Simdega (Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Co-operative Department, Government of Jharkhand) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026-2027 |
| Post(s) | Crop Guard (Kamdar) |
| Vacancies | 7 |
| Pay | Rs. 11,851/- per month (Fixed consolidated pay / Daily wage basis) |
| Qualification | Matric (10th) pass with minimum 05 days training |
| Job Location | Simdega, Jharkhand |
| Apply By | Offline (Hand / Registered / Speed Post) |
| Last Date | 26-10-2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | Official Website |
Where and How to Send
Applicants must submit their fully filled application form along with self-attested photocopies of required certificates either by hand during office hours (10:00 AM to 05:00 PM) or through registered / speed post to the following address:
Sub-Divisional-cum-District Agriculture Officer, Simdega, Joint District Agriculture Office Complex, (Near Sadar Hospital, Simdega), Post - Simdega, District - Simdega, Pin - 835223
Posts, Eligibility and Pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Crop Guard (Kamdar) | 7 | Rs. 11,851/- per month |
District Agriculture Office, Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Qualification
- Passing of Matric / Secondary (10th) examination from a recognized educational institution.
- Mandatory receipt of a minimum 05 (five) days training from the Department of Agriculture and Cane Development under the Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Co-operative, Government of Jharkhand, Ranchi (or Directorate of Agriculture and Horticulture).
- Must have knowledge of the local language.
- Proficiency in riding a bicycle and climbing trees.
- Must be a local resident of Simdega district.
Age Limit
Minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age limit is as determined by the State Government for various categories from time to time, calculated as of 01.01.2026.
District Agriculture Office, Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
The total of 7 vacancies for the Crop Guard (Kamdar) post are distributed across plant protection centres in Simdega district as follows:
- Plant Protection Centre, Simdega (Sadar)
- Plant Protection Centre, Kurdeg
- Plant Protection Centre, Bolba
- Plant Protection Centre, Thethaitangar
- Plant Protection Centre, Jaldega
- Plant Protection Centre, Kolebira
- Plant Protection Centre, Bano
Category-wise breakdown of the total 7 vacancies:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 04 (four) posts |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 03 (three) posts |
| Total | 07 posts |
District Agriculture Office, Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Job Description
The duties assigned to the Crop Guard include:
- Crop surveillance
- Spraying of pesticides
- Farmer training and awareness
- Other tasks assigned by the office from time to time
Enclosures
Applicants must attach self-attested photocopies of the following documents with their application:
- Matric / 10th passing certificate, marksheet, and mark sheet showing Hindi marks if applicable
- Minimum 05 (five) days training certificate
- Training certificate for more than 05 days duration (if applicable)
- Valid local residential certificate issued by a competent authority
- Valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority, where applicable
- Proof of date of birth (Matric / 10th certificate)
- Aadhaar card photocopy
Selection Process
The selection process consists of scrutiny of applications and an evaluation out of 100 total marks structured as follows:
- Educational Qualification: Marks obtained in Matric marksheet multiplied by 0.6 (maximum 60 marks).
- Training: Minimum 01 five-day training = 08 marks; training exceeding 5 days = 12 marks (only one training certificate will be valid).
- Skill Test: Bicycle riding and climbing trees capability test (Qualifying).
- Interview: General Hindi, General Knowledge, and Local Language Knowledge (20 marks).
Tie-breaking criteria prioritize higher marks in Matric, higher age, and alphabetical order of names.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 10/10/2026 |
| Application Last Date (Receipt by Post/Hand) | 26-10-2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely on a contract/daily wage remuneration basis for one year or until regular appointment.
- Incomplete applications or applications without self-attested photocopies of required certificates will be rejected.
- Character/conduct certificates are not required with the application but must be submitted during document verification or joining.
- Candidates must submit valid certificates issued by competent authorities in prescribed formats.
- The number of vacancies may be modified as per administrative needs.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed recruitment notification and application format |
| Official Website | District website for announcements and updates |
