About the Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperative Jharkhand
The Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperative, Government of Jharkhand, Seraikela has officially announced an opening for the position of Crop Guard (Kamdar) under advertisement number 2026-27. Aspirants looking to build a stable career within the agricultural sector of Seraikela-Kharsawan can explore all latest Jharkhand Government Jobs to find aligned opportunities. This recruitment drive aims to fill 8 posts on a contractual basis for a duration of 1 year or until regular appointments are made, whichever occurs earlier.
Candidates who meet the essential criteria can check more 10th Pass jobs in Jharkhand to discover additional entry-level government openings. The department operates under strict merit guidelines to ensure transparent and efficient deployment of field personnel across the district.
Eligibility Conditions & Age Requirements
To qualify for the Crop Guard (Kamdar) vacancy, applicants must satisfy specific educational benchmarks and age limits set by the recruiting authority. Unmet criteria will lead to direct rejection during the scrutiny phase.
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed Matric / 10th from a recognized board alongside possessing a minimum of 05 days training certificate from the Agriculture and Horticulture Directorate, Jharkhand. Extra preference is awarded to candidates who hold specialized training exceeding 05 days.
- Age Limit: The age of the applicant must fall between 18 to 35 years for Unreserved category candidates, and 18 to 40 years for BC/SC/ST candidates, calculated as on 01 January 2026.
- Age Relaxations: Upper age limits are extended up to 40 years for BC/OBC and SC/ST candidates in accordance with state guidelines.
Remuneration & Contract Terms
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 11,851 per month. The appointment is purely contractual in nature, valid for a maximum duration of 1 year or until regular departmental appointments are finalized.
Selection Methodology & Merit Criteria
The recruitment process features no written exam. Selection is entirely merit-based, evaluated over a total of 100 marks across specific parameters:
- Stage 1: Thorough scrutiny of submitted offline application forms and enclosed certificates.
- Stage 2: Merit evaluation totaling 100 marks, comprising up to 60 marks for 10th standard percentage, 12 marks for the mandatory 05-day training, 8 additional marks for training extending beyond 5 days, and 20 marks allocated for the personal interview. Practical skills such as cycling or tree-climbing also factor into overall merit assessment.
- Stage 3: Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Stage 4: Final Document Verification before appointment.
Important Dates & Schedule
The offline application process commenced on 28 October 2026. All interested applicants must ensure their completed dossiers reach the designated authority on or before the closing date of 14 November 2026.
Candidates should note that no application fee is required for any category, as fee exemption applies universally to all applicants under this notification.
Step-by-Step Offline Application Instructions
Applications must be submitted strictly via offline channels following the prescribed procedure before the deadline:
- Step 1: Download and print the application form format attached to the official notification available on the district portal.
- Step 2: Fill in all required personal, educational, and training details accurately with blue or black ink.
- Step 3: Attach self-attested photocopies of all mandatory documents, including your 10th mark sheet, training certificates, and identity proofs.
- Step 4: Place the application form and enclosures inside a sealed envelope superscribed with the name of the post applied for.
- Step 5: Dispatch the application by hand delivery or through registered/speed post to the office of the Sub-Divisional Agriculture Officer (Gen), Seraikela, Near Block Office Seraikela, Post-Seraikela, District-Seraikela-Kharsawan, Pin-833219 so that it arrives on or before 14 November 2026.
Required Documents Checklist
Applicants must enclose self-attested copies of the following documents along with their application form:
- Matric / 10th Certificate and Marksheet: To verify date of birth and academic qualification.
- Training Certificate: Proof of completing at least 05 days of training from the Agriculture and Horticulture Directorate, Jharkhand.
- Residential Certificate: Valid local resident certificate issued by the competent state authority.
- Identity Proof: Clear photocopy of Voter ID or Aadhaar Card.
Candidate Advisory & Precautions
To prevent automatic disqualification, applicants must adhere strictly to departmental instructions:
- Incomplete application forms, missing certificates, or unverified claims will result in immediate rejection.
- Training durations lasting less than 5 days will not qualify for merit calculation.
- While a character certificate is not mandated at the time of initial application submission, it must be produced during final joining and document verification.
- Ensure postal dispatch is executed well in advance to account for transit delays, as postal submissions received past the last date will be summarily rejected.
