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JSHPS Jharkhand Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 637 Block Program Manager, DEO & Specialist Posts

Advt No: Advertisement No. 01/2026•Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (Directorate of Horticulture, Govt of Jharkhand)

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⏳ 25 Days Left to Apply
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Total Vacancies
JSHPS

637

Block Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (DEO), Block Program Manager (BPM - Horticulture), Accountant / Finance Assistant

Min Qualification
Age Limit & Cut-off

21 – 50 Yrs

as on 1 Aug 2026

Pay Scale / Salary

₹20,000–₹1,00,000

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Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (Directorate of Horticulture, Govt of Jharkhand) (Advt No: Advertisement No. 01/2026)

About this Recruitment

Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (JSHPS), functioning under the Directorate of Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operative, Government of Jharkhand, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 inviting online applications for 637 contract cadre positions. The recruitment covers 260 Block Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operators (DEO), 214 Block Program Managers (BPM - Horticulture), 85 Accountants, and 78 District Horticulture Program Managers and Specialists across all 24 districts of Jharkhand. Online applications opened on 04 November 2026 and can be submitted until 04 December 2026 on the Jharkhand centralized recruitment portal at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Applicants must hold relevant qualifications including Graduation, BCA/Computer Science, B.Com, or Post Graduation in Agriculture/Horticulture/Management. The upper age limit extends up to 50 years for General candidates and 55 years for SC/ST. Selected candidates receive a consolidated monthly salary between ₹20,000 and ₹1,00,000 plus travel allowances. Selection will be based on academic shortlisting, written screening CBT, computer practical test (for DEOs), and document verification.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • JSHPS announces 637 vacancies across Jharkhand under Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH).
  • Major posts: 260 Data Entry Operators, 214 Block Program Managers, 85 Accountants, and 78 District Managers.
  • Lucrative monthly honorarium ranging from ₹20,000 to ₹1,00,000 based on role and experience.
  • Relaxed age limit up to 50 years (General), 52 years (BC-I/BC-II), 53 years (Women), and 55 years (SC/ST).
  • Application fee: ₹500 for UR/EWS/BC, ₹300 for Jharkhand SC/ST, and completely free (₹0) for PwD.
  • Online application period runs from 04 November 2026 to 04 December 2026 on recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.

Age Limit & Eligibility Calculator

Minimum Age

21 Years

Maximum Age

50 Years

* Age calculated as on: 1 August 2026

Category-Wise Age Relaxations:

Backward Class (BC-I) and Backward Class (BC-II) of Jharkhand: +2 Years
Female Candidates (Unreserved / EWS / BC-I / BC-II): +3 Years
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) - Male & Female: +5 Years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD): +5 Years

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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 1 August 2026)

Educational Eligibility: ANY GRADUATE, BCA, B COM, ANY POST GRADUATE

Important Dates & Timeline

1

Notification Released

4 November 2026

2

Application Start Date

4 November 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

4 December 2026

4

Exam Date

24 January 2027

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Block Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (DEO)260 BCA
Block Program Manager (BPM - Horticulture)214 ANY GRADUATE
Accountant / Finance Assistant85 B COM
District Horticulture Program Manager & Thematic Specialists78 ANY POST GRADUATE
Compensation & 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Simulator

Pay Level / Grade: Consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹20,000 for Block Assistant-cum-DEO up to ₹1,00,000 for Senior State/District Program Managers under National Horticulture Mission (MIDH) norms

Official Pay Scale

₹20,000 - ₹1,00,000

Select Posting City Tier (Calculates HRA & In-Hand):
Ministry of Finance City Classification
Covered Locations: State Capitals & cities with 5–50 lakh population (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna, Bhopal, Chandigarh)
Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Tier Y
Basic Pay₹20,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50%
₹10,000
House Rent Allowance (HRA)18%
₹3,600
Transport Allowance (TA)₹1,350
Gross Monthly Salary₹34,950
Standard Deductions
Statutory
National Pension System (NPS)10% (Basic+DA)
-₹3,000
CGHS / Health Insurance-₹250
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)-₹60
Total Deductions-₹3,310
Estimated Monthly In-Hand in Class Y (Tier-2 Cities)

₹31,640

/ month (take-home)

Credited directly to the candidate's salary account after statutory NPS (10%) and medical deductions.

Approx Annual Gross (CTC)

₹4.19 LPA

Verified Statutory Pay Rules & Legal Disclaimer

Statutory Rules Disclaimer: The in-hand salary figures displayed above are illustrative estimates computed under 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) / State Government Pay Matrix norms (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance + City-Tier HRA + Transport Allowance minus statutory 10% NPS and health insurance contributions). Actual net monthly take-home on the candidate's official pay slip will vary based on exact posting location, city classification, entitlement/opting of government quarters (which waives HRA), and department-specific allowances. For binding statutory terms, please refer to the official recruitment notification.

Scheme of Examination & Syllabus

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Official exam stages, subject marks distribution & interactive preparation tracker

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Stage 1: Written Screening Examination (CBT)

Exam Mode: Computer-Based Objective Test

120 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax MarksDuration
Horticulture, Agriculture & Rural Development Domain404050 min
General Knowledge & Jharkhand Specific Geography/History202025 min
Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude202025 min
General Hindi, English & Computer Applications202020 min

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Horticulture, Agriculture & Rural Development Domain

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General Knowledge & Jharkhand Specific Geography/History

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Official Application Protocol

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required educational certificates, scanned photograph, and signature ready before opening the application form.

1

Access the Jharkhand Government Official Recruitment Portal at https://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.

2

Click on 'Current Openings' and select 'Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (JSHPS) - Advt. No. 01/2026'.

3

Click on 'Register New User' and fill in your Name, Mobile Number, and Email Address to receive Registration Credentials.

4

Log in to the candidate portal using your Registration Number and Password.

5

Select the desired post (Block Program Manager, Block Assistant-cum-DEO, Accountant, or District Specialist).

6

Fill in complete personal details, permanent and correspondence addresses, educational qualifications, and relevant experience details.

7

Upload scanned copies of recent passport size photograph, signature, educational certificates, and Jharkhand domicile/caste certificates (if claiming reservation).

8

Carefully preview the application form and ensure all entered details align with original matriculation and degree records.

9

Pay the requisite application fee online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.

10

Submit the application and print two hard copies of the confirmation page and fee receipt for future document verification.

Document Upload Specifications
Verified Official Format

Recent Color Passport Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPEG/JPG format, taken within the last 30 days against a light background

Scanned Full Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPEG/JPG format, clearly written in black ink on white paper

Class 10th / Matriculation Certificate & Marksheet

PDF format up to 200 KB, verifying Date of Birth

Essential Educational Qualification Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / BCA / B.Com / PG)

PDF format up to 500 KB, from UGC/AICTE recognized institution

Jharkhand Local Resident / Domicile Certificate

PDF format up to 200 KB, issued by Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) or Circle Officer (CO)

Caste Certificate (ST / SC / BC-I / BC-II / EWS)

PDF format up to 200 KB, issued by competent revenue authority of Jharkhand

Experience Certificates

PDF format up to 300 KB, issued on organizational letterhead detailing service duration and responsibilities

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Application Fee Details

General, EWS, BC-I, and BC-II Candidates₹500
SC and ST Candidates of Jharkhand₹300
Persons with Disabilities (PwD)Free

Payment Modes: Online Payment Gateway (Debit Cards, Credit Cards), Internet Banking, UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, BHIM)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Initial Academic Screening & Weightage-based Shortlisting of Candidates based on qualifying marks and domain experience
2
Stage 2: Computer-Based Written Screening Examination (100 Objective Multiple Choice Questions, 100 Marks, Duration: 2 Hours) testing Horticulture/Agriculture Knowledge, General Studies of Jharkhand, Reasoning, and Basic IT
3
Stage 3: Practical Computer Proficiency & Hindi/English Typing Skill Test (Qualifying Nature) for Block Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator posts
4
Stage 4: Original Document Verification (Academic Credentials, Jharkhand Local Resident / Domicile Certificate, Caste Certificates, Experience Letters)
5
Stage 5: Final Merit List Formulation & Counseling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closing date for JSHPS Jharkhand Recruitment 2026?

The online registration and application submission link on recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in closes on 04 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.

How many vacancies are available in JSHPS Recruitment 2026?

There are 637 vacancies: 260 Block Assistant-cum-DEOs, 214 Block Program Managers, 85 Accountants, and 78 District Program Managers & Specialists.

What qualification is required for Block Assistant-cum-DEO post?

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Application (BCA), B.Sc in Computer Science/IT, or any graduate degree with at least 1-year recognized DCA/PGDCA diploma and typing speed in English (30 wpm) and Hindi (25 wpm).

What is the age limit for JSHPS recruitment?

The minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 50 years as on 01 August 2026 for Unreserved candidates. Relaxations apply: 52 years for BC-I/BC-II, 53 years for Women, and 55 years for SC/ST.

What is the salary for Block Program Manager and DEO in JSHPS?

Block Assistant-cum-DEO receives ₹20,000 to ₹25,000 monthly, Block Program Manager receives ₹35,000 to ₹45,000 monthly, and District Managers receive up to ₹1,00,000 monthly, along with travel allowances.

What is the selection procedure for JSHPS recruitment 2026?

Selection includes academic merit screening, a Computer-Based Written Screening Test (100 Marks), a practical typing & computer test for DEO posts, and original document verification.

Can candidates from other states apply for JSHPS Jharkhand recruitment?

Yes, candidates from all Indian states can apply for unreserved posts; however, reservation benefits and age relaxations are strictly reserved for permanent residents of Jharkhand.

What is the application fee for JSHPS vacancies?

The application fee is ₹500 for General, EWS, BC-I, and BC-II candidates; ₹300 for Jharkhand SC/ST candidates; and ₹0 (exempt) for PwD candidates.

Where do candidates need to submit the application form?

Applications must be submitted online at https://recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Applicants should also retain a printout of the submitted application form and fee receipt.

Application StatusActive

Last Date to Apply

4 December 2026

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