CAO Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Re-Advertisement 2026: 8 KKG Posts Under HADP
The Office of the Chief Agriculture Officer, Budgam has issued a re-advertisement for 8 Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) posts. Each Krishi Udyami will run a panchayat-level Kisan Khidmat Ghar (KKG) under the Holistic Agriculture Development Program (HADP Phase II). If you hold an agriculture diploma or a science degree and want to work in your own area, this is worth a careful look. It is one of the more unusual government jobs in Jammu and Kashmir, because you earn as an entrepreneur, not on a fixed salary.
The form is offline only, and the last date is 14 October 2026 (up to 4:30 PM). That leaves very little time, so read this full guide on GovtJobsAlert.in today. We cover the eight KKG locations, eligibility, the 100-point merit system, the earning model, the rent-free space you must arrange, and every condition that can cost you the post.
Key Highlights of Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Recruitment 2026
This is Re-Advertisement Notification No. 08 CAOB of 2026-27, dated 06 October 2026. It is a self-earning engagement under a franchise model, not a regular government post.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Office of the Chief Agriculture Officer, Budgam (Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare) |
| Post | Krishi Udyami (KU) (Agricultural Entrepreneur) |
| Total Posts | 08 |
| Scheme | HADP Phase II |
| Engagement | Initially 2 years, extensible yearly |
| Pay | Self-earning (no fixed salary) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 14 October 2026 (up to 4:30 PM) |
| Job Location | District Budgam, Jammu & Kashmir |
How Many Vacancies Are in Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Recruitment 2026?
Each post is one Kisan Khidmat Ghar. The application form asks which Panchayat you are applying for, so pick your KKG from this list.
| S. No. | KKG Name | Block |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | KKG Gopalpora | Chadoora |
| 2 | KKG Chowdrigund | Nagam |
| 3 | KKG Dharambugh | B.K. Pora |
| 4 | KKG Kenihama | B.K. Pora |
| 5 | KKG Zohamma | Surasyar |
| 6 | KKG Dedmaribagh | Chadoora |
| 7 | KKG Mazhama | Narbal |
| 8 | KKG Habber | Khag |
| Total | 8 KKGs | 6 blocks |
The notification does not give any category-wise reservation for these posts.
Since this is a re-advertisement, always go by this notice dated 06 October 2026 for dates and conditions, not an older copy you may have saved. Choose your KKG with care. The points table gives a big advantage to candidates from the local panchayat, and you will have to arrange the shop space inside that same panchayat. Applying for a KKG far from home rarely makes sense.
What is the Eligibility for Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Route | Accepted Courses |
|---|---|
| Diploma in Agriculture & Allied Fields | Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary Sciences, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture, Agri. Engineering, BHT, BAT |
| Graduation in Science | BSc |
| Graduation in Agriculture & Allied Fields | BSc in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries or Sericulture; B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering; BVSc & AH |
| Additional preference | Post-graduation (Science / Agri & Allied) and a computer diploma or certificate of 3 or more months |
All courses must be from a government recognised institution. So a plain science graduate can apply, and so can a diploma holder in an agriculture or allied field. Remember that the extra qualifications do not make you eligible on their own; they only add points to your score.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 21 to 45 years as of the last date of submission (14 October 2026) |
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The notification does not mention any age relaxation for any category. Work out your age on 14 October 2026, not on the day you post the form. The form itself asks for your age in years, months and days on that date.
Rent-Free Space Condition
This is the condition most people miss. You must submit an affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate that you will provide secure space of two rooms or shops (about 750 to 800 sq. ft.) at a suitable location within the concerned Panchayat, on your own, and that no rent shall be claimed by you. Without this affidavit your form is incomplete.
What is the Salary of a Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) in 2026?
There is no fixed salary or honorarium. The engagement is on a self-earning / entrepreneur basis, and your income depends on how well your KKG runs.
| Income Source | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Service charges | Fees for services at the KKG; rates notified by Mission Director HADP from time to time |
| Input sales commission | A percentage of the seeds, fertilizers and pesticides sold through the KKG |
| B2B and B2C marketing commission | Commission on successful sales of farmers’ produce |
| Contingency fee for training | Paid for training sessions and programmes you attend |
The notification gives no rupee figure for any of these, so be wary of anyone quoting a fixed monthly amount. Think of this like running a common service centre for farmers. Your daily work will include registering farmers for HADP and other schemes and crop insurance, selling recommended seeds, fertilizers and pesticides, booking farm machinery, giving advice through multi-functional kiosks, and helping farmers enrol on the Daksh Kisan portal. The department will provide or facilitate the input licences and give you training. If you already know the farmers in your panchayat, your chances of building a steady income are much better.
What is the Selection Process for Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) 2026?
The notification says selection will be based entirely on a point-based system. The highest-scoring eligible candidates will be considered.
| Criterion | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| Domicile of Local Panchayat | 25 |
| Female candidates | 5 |
| Educational Qualification (maximum) | 45 |
| – Diploma in Agri. / BHT / BAT etc. | 15 |
| – General Graduation (Science) | 25 |
| – Graduation in Agri. & Allied Courses | 45 |
| Post-Graduation (Science / Agri & Allied) | 10 |
| Diploma / Certification in computers | 15 |
| Maximum possible score | 100 |
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Point-based scoring | Scored as per the table above |
| Document Verification | Shortlisted candidates must show original certificates and mark sheets |
| Selection list | Published on the District and Agriculture Production Department websites, subject to verification |
| Agreement | Selected candidates sign an agreement with the Agriculture Production Department |
Look at the numbers carefully. Being from the local panchayat alone is worth 25 points, and an agriculture degree is worth 20 points more than a general BSc. If you live in one of the listed panchayats, apply for that KKG.
Because the notification bases selection entirely on points, the documents you attach are what decide your score. A missing marks certificate or domicile certificate makes the form incomplete, so attach every one of them.
What Conditions Can Cost You the Budgam Krishi Udyami Post?
| Condition | What It Means for You |
|---|---|
| Incomplete form | Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without further notice |
| Postal delay | Any postal delay is not the responsibility of the department |
| False information | Any misrepresentation or concealment found at any stage makes your candidature or selection liable to be cancelled ab initio, without notice |
| Security deposit | The selected KU must deposit a refundable ₹10,000 as a Fixed Deposit Receipt from a scheduled commercial bank |
| Leaving early | You must undertake to stay at least two years; if you exit before two years, the security amount of ₹10,000 will be forfeited, in addition to the 3-month prior notice |
| Regular job | KUs are not entitled to claim any regular appointment under the scheme at any time |
| Assets | Assets given for the KKG remain the department’s property; you are their custodian |
| Reporting | Weekly reporting to Panchayat, Block and Line departments is mandatory |
| Agreement terms | The department reserves the right to change or add conditions at the time of signing the agreement |
How to Apply for Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Recruitment 2026?
This is an offline application. There is no online form.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Get the application form (Annexure A) from the office of the CAO Budgam, or download it from the District Budgam website (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill it in, affix a recent passport-size photograph with a white background, and write the Panchayat you are applying for |
| 3 | Attach self-attested copies of your date of birth certificate (Matriculation), marks certificates of all qualifying exams, Domicile Certificate and a character certificate from the competent authority |
| 4 | Attach the space affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate and the declaration (Annexure B) on a notarized affidavit |
| 5 | No application fee is mentioned in the notification |
| 6 | Submit the complete form to the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Budgam, in person or by registered post, so it reaches by 14 October 2026, 4:30 PM |
Note: the form comes from the CAO office or website, but it is submitted at the Deputy Commissioner’s office. Keep photocopies of everything, and carry your originals for verification later.
If you send the form by registered post, post it several days early. A form that reaches after 4:30 PM on the last date is your loss, not the department’s, because postal delay is clearly excluded. If you live close to Budgam town, delivering it by hand and getting a receipt is the safer choice.
What are the Important Dates for Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Re-advertisement notice dated | 06 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt of complete applications | 14 October 2026 (up to 4:30 PM) |
What is the Application Fee for Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) 2026?
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee | Not mentioned in the notification |
| Security deposit (selected KU only) | ₹10,000 refundable, as a Fixed Deposit Receipt |
The notification lists no application fee, but plan for the deposit if you are selected. Along with the shop space, this ₹10,000 is the real starting cost of this job, so decide now whether you can commit for the full two years.
Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) 2026 Essential Links
- Download Budgam Krishi Udyami Detailed Advertisement PDF (with Annexure A Form)
- Visit Budgam Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Jammu and Kashmir Govt Jobs
If you live in one of these eight panchayats and hold the right diploma or degree, do not wait. Arrange the Magistrate-attested space affidavit first, then get your form to the Deputy Commissioner’s office before 4:30 PM on 14 October 2026. For more government jobs in Jammu and Kashmir, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.