District Rural Development Agency, Khagaria (DRDA Khagaria), Bihar, has invited applications for the post of District Project Officer. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 1 December 2026.
The post is for Khagaria district, Bihar. Qualification required: Graduation in any subject from a recognised institution, minimum 2 years' experience in education and public awareness programmes on cleanliness, water bodies, pollution control, sanitation and youth awareness, and good working knowledge of MS Office and web resources. The pay is Honorarium Rs. 36,000 per month plus Establishment Rs. 2,500, TA/DA Rs. 2,000 and Mobile and communication Rs. 500. Selection is by merit list prepared on the criteria at serial 1 to 8 of the qualification table, shortlisting of eligible candidates and efficiency test / Interview. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 1 December 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Honorarium Rs. 36,000 per month plus Establishment Rs. 2,500, TA/DA Rs. 2,000 and Mobile and communication Rs. 500
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Maximum 35 years (as on 1 June 2026)
- Place: Khagaria district, Bihar
DRDA Khagaria District Project Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | District Rural Development Agency, Khagaria (DRDA Khagaria), Bihar |
| Post Name | District Project Officer |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Pay | Honorarium Rs. 36,000 per month plus Establishment Rs. 2,500, TA/DA Rs. 2,000 and Mobile and communication Rs. 500 |
| Place of Posting | Khagaria district, Bihar |
| Qualification | Graduation in any subject from a recognised institution, minimum 2 years' experience in education and public awareness programmes on cleanliness, water bodies, pollution control, sanitation and youth awareness, and good working knowledge of MS Office and web resources |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years (as on 1 June 2026) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 1 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | District Rural Development Agency Office, Khagaria |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
DRDA Khagaria Notification PDF 2026
The official notification gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download DRDA Khagaria notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Graduation in any subject from a recognised institution; Good working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Canva, Internet, E-mail and web resources; Knowledge of management coordination, documentation and communication skills; Good command of English, Hindi and the regional language
- Experience: Minimum 2 years' work experience in education and public awareness programmes related to cleanliness campaign, water bodies, pollution control, sanitation and youth awareness/activism
- Age limit: Maximum 35 years (as on 1 June 2026)
Other conditions:
- Good working knowledge of MS Office and web resources (Technical Qualification)
- Knowledge of management coordination, documentation and communication skills
- Good command of English, Hindi and the regional language
Desirable:
- Honours degree in Environmental Science and other courses specified by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG)
- Local candidates with experience in the related field and a good / excellent academic record
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Contract period maximum 3 years, renewed each year for one year
- Renewal by SMCG if found satisfactory on the DGCS annual performance evaluation report
- Appointment may be cancelled at any time without prior notice if not required or if the programme is closed
- Post is purely contractual and confers no claim to regular or permanent employment
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of notice (signatures) | 10 November 2026 |
| Application start date | 17 November 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of application (05:00 PM) | 1 December 2026 |
How Will DRDA Khagaria Select Candidates?
- Merit list prepared on the criteria at serial 1 to 8 of the qualification table
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates
- Efficiency test / Interview
- Merit list on the criteria at serial 1 to 8 of the qualification table
- Shortlisted candidates informed at least 5 days before the efficiency test / interview
Documents to Enclose
- Signed application form in the prescribed format with photograph
- Self-attested copies of all certificates mentioned in the application form
- Marksheets and certificates
- At interview: originals of all documents with two photocopies
- At interview: two passport-size photographs
How to Apply for DRDA Khagaria Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Fill the application form in the prescribed format attached to the notice.
- Sign the form and attach all enclosures such as marksheets and certificates (self-attested copies).
- Send it only by registered post to District Rural Development Agency, Khagaria.
- Applications are accepted from 17-11-2026 to 01-12-2026 (05:00 PM); later applications will not be considered.
Other Points to Note
- Applications received after the fixed period will not be considered
- Final decision on any dispute in the appointment process rests with the District Magistrate, Khagaria, binding on all applicants
DRDA Khagaria District Project Officer Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download DRDA Khagaria notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for DRDA Khagaria Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit DRDA Khagaria official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of District Rural Development Agency, Khagaria, dated 10 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
