National Horticulture Board (NHB), Gurugram, Haryana, has invited applications for 3 posts of Agribusiness Consultant under Advt No. NHB/Pers./Engagement of Consultants/CDP/2026/3363. Applications go by email to [email protected] and must be sent by 25 November 2026.
The posts are for NHB Headquarters, Gurugram, Official visits to CDP cluster locations and other places in India as directed by NHB. Qualification required: Master's Degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Marketing, Horticulture, Post Harvest Management, Food Process Engineering and Management, Food Agri-Business Management or Food Supply Chain Management, or a two-year PG Diploma in Agri Business Management; minimum 2 years of post-qualification relevant experience; basic computer knowledge mandatory. The pay is Rs. 80,000 per month (consolidated). Selection is by scrutiny of applications with reference to eligibility, qualifications and experience and interview/interaction of shortlisted candidates. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 25 November 2026
- Vacancies: 3
- How to apply: By email to [email protected]
- Pay: Rs. 80,000 per month (consolidated)
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years (as on closing date)
- Places: NHB Headquarters, Gurugram, Official visits to CDP cluster locations and other places in India as directed by NHB
NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | National Horticulture Board (NHB), Gurugram, Haryana |
| Post Name | Agribusiness Consultant |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Advt No | NHB/Pers./Engagement of Consultants/CDP/2026/3363 |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Pay | Rs. 80,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Place of Posting | NHB Headquarters, Gurugram, Official visits to CDP cluster locations and other places in India as directed by NHB |
| Qualification | Master's Degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Marketing, Horticulture, Post Harvest Management, Food Process Engineering and Management, Food Agri-Business Management or Food Supply Chain Management, or a two-year PG Diploma in Agri Business Management; minimum 2 years of post-qualification relevant experience; basic computer knowledge mandatory |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years (as on closing date) |
| Apply Mode | Email to [email protected] |
| Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Send Application To | [email protected] and [email protected] |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
NHB Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. NHB/Pers./Engagement of Consultants/CDP/2026/3363 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.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Agribusiness Management or Agricultural Marketing, or Horticulture or Post Harvest Management or Food Process Engineering and Management or Food Agri-Business Management or Food Supply Chain Management or a two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Agri Business Management, from a recognised University/Institution. Minimum 2 years of post-qualification relevant experience.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of post-qualification relevant experience
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years (as on closing date)
Other conditions:
- Basic knowledge of computers is mandatory
Desirable:
- Experience in coordination, implementation and monitoring of agriculture/horticulture/agribusiness or infrastructure projects
- Monitoring physical and financial progress; coordination with Government Departments, State agencies, IAs, FPOs/FPCs and financial institutions
- Monitoring project execution, identifying implementation bottlenecks, examining DPRs and project reports
- Monitoring fund utilisation and scheme compliance; organising review meetings and field visits
- Knowledge of horticulture value chains, post-harvest management, cold-chain infrastructure, marketing, export promotion and market linkages
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Purely contractual, initially for one (01) year from the date of joining
- May be extended on yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance, continued requirement of NHB and approval of competent authority; extension not automatic
- No right or claim for regular appointment, absorption, continuation or extension in NHB
- NHB may terminate the engagement at any time without assigning reason or prior notice
- Consolidated remuneration inclusive of all components; no other allowance, perquisite or service benefit except approved official tour expenses
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of notice | 13 November 2026 |
| Last date for email applications (5:00 PM) | 25 November 2026 |
| Interview for shortlisted candidates (from 11.00 am) | 27 November 2026 |
How Will NHB Select Candidates?
- Scrutiny of applications with reference to eligibility, qualifications and experience
- Interview/interaction of shortlisted candidates
- Applications scrutinised with reference to eligibility criteria, qualifications and experience
- Only shortlisted candidates called for interview/interaction; details communicated through email
- Interview for shortlisted candidates on 27.11.2026 from 11.00 am onwards; exact slot communicated by email
- NHB reserves the right to adopt an appropriate selection process and not to fill any or all positions
Documents to Enclose
- Application in the prescribed format, duly completed and signed
- Self-attested copies of degree certificates and mark sheets
- Self-attested experience certificates indicating period and nature of experience
- Self-attested copy of PAN Card
- Recent passport-size colour photograph and any other relevant supporting documents
How to Apply for NHB Recruitment 2026 by Email
- Fill the application in the prescribed format (application form attached to the notice), complete and sign it.
- Attach self-attested copies of the listed documents.
- Email the application to [email protected] and [email protected] on or before 5:00 PM on 25.11.2026.
- Applications are accepted through email only; a physical copy is not required.
Other Points to Note
- Applications received after the prescribed date and time, or found incomplete, may not be considered
- Mere fulfilment of eligibility conditions does not confer any right to be called for interview or selected
- Place of posting/headquarters is NHB Headquarters, Gurugram
NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download NHB notification PDF |
| Apply by Email | [email protected] |
| Official Website | Visit NHB official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of National Horticulture Board, Advertisement No. NHB/Pers./Engagement of Consultants/CDP/2026/3363, dated 13 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
