Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Vacancy 2026: Eligibility, Marks Scheme and Offline Form Guide
The Office of the Subdivisional-cum-District Agriculture Officer, Simdega (Jharkhand) has invited applications for 7 Crop Guard (Kamdar) posts under Advertisement 01/2026-27. The work is on an honorarium basis at Rs 11,851 per month, at the Plant Protection Centres of Simdega district. If you are a 10th pass youth from Simdega and want work close to home, read on. Looking for more local openings? See our Jharkhand government jobs page.
This is an offline recruitment. There is no online form, and your application must reach the office by 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM. Only local residents of Simdega district can apply, and a minimum 5-day agriculture training certificate is compulsory. Late forms are not accepted, so plan your post early. GovtJobsAlert.in has put every rule from the notification in one place below.
Key Highlights – Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Subdivisional-cum-District Agriculture Officer, Simdega (Jharkhand Government) |
| Post | Crop Guard (Kamdar) |
| Total Vacancies | 7 (4 Unreserved + 3 ST) |
| Pay | Rs 11,851 per month honorarium |
| Tenure | One year, or until regular appointment is made, whichever is earlier |
| Mode | Offline, by Registered / Speed Post or by hand |
| Last Date | 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM (must reach the office) |
The scheme is the state-funded Crop Protection Programme. The notification lists the postings as the Plant Protection Centres at Simdega (Sadar), Kurdeg, Bolba, Thethaitangar, Jaldega, Kolebira and Bano.
How Many Posts are Vacant in Simdega Crop Guard 2026?
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Crop Guard (Kamdar) | Unreserved (UR) | 4 |
| Crop Guard (Kamdar) | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 |
| Crop Guard (Kamdar) | Total | 7 |
There is no seat for SC, EBC or BC candidates in this advertisement. The split follows the district reservation roster, and the notification says the number of posts may change as per administrative need. Only candidates claiming ST need a caste certificate in the prescribed format from the competent authority.
What is the Eligibility for Simdega Crop Guard 2026?
Educational Qualification and Other Conditions
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Education | Minimum Matric / 10th pass from a recognised institution |
| Training | At least 5 days of training under the Agriculture and Horticulture Directorate, Jharkhand (compulsory) |
| Language | Knowledge of the local language |
| Fitness | Able to ride a bicycle and climb trees |
| Residence | Local resident of Simdega district |
Training longer than 5 days gets more marks. Only certificates issued by offices under the Agriculture and Horticulture Directorate are valid, and the training days are counted from the days written on the certificate. See more 10th pass government jobs if you want other options.
Age Limit
| Detail | Rule |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years as on 1 January 2026 |
| Maximum age | As fixed by the State Government for each category from time to time |
| Proof of date of birth | Only the date in the Matric marksheet or certificate is accepted |
The notification does not print a number for the maximum age, and it lists no category-wise relaxation. Use the calculator to confirm your age on 1 January 2026, then check the state rule for your category.
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What is the Salary for Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) 2026?
The pay is a fixed Rs 11,851 per month honorarium. There is no pay level, pay band or allowance mentioned in the notification. The advertisement also uses the words “daily wage” in one place, but the amount is stated as a monthly figure.
Be clear about one thing before you apply. The job is purely honorarium based. It gives no automatic right to regularisation, permanency or regular-employee benefits. For a village youth wanting steady earning near home, it is still a useful start.
The work includes crop survey, pesticide spraying, farmer training and awareness, and any other work the office gives from time to time.
What is the Selection Process for Simdega Crop Guard 2026?
Selection is on merit, made by a committee formed by the District Agriculture Officer, Simdega. The notification prescribes these steps.
- Your application is scrutinised for eligibility and documents.
- Marks are given as per the merit table below, with a 20-mark interview (general Hindi, general knowledge and local language).
- Original documents are verified before final selection.
- A category-wise merit list and a waiting list are prepared.
| Merit Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Matric percentage x 0.6 | Up to 60 |
| Training of exactly 5 days | 8 |
| Training of more than 5 days | 12 (only one certificate counted) |
| Cycling and tree climbing | Qualifying only |
| Interview | 20 |
The last line of the notification’s table is printed as 100 marks, but the parts printed above it add up to a maximum of 92 (88 with a 5-day certificate). We show it as printed, so check the notification PDF for any clarification. Training of less than 5 days is not counted, and extra marks are not given for more than one qualification of the same level. If you have a CGPA, it is converted to a percentage by your board formula.
If marks are equal, the tie is broken by higher Matric marks, then older age, then alphabetical order of names. Prepare for the interview with the syllabus and preparation pages for general knowledge.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Missing details or certificates | Applications without needed details, certificates or essential eligibility, or with false or misleading information, will be rejected |
| No self-attested copies | Without self-attested copies of the certificates, the application is incomplete |
| Late form | Applications after 26-10-2026, 5 PM are not accepted |
| Not joining on time | If you do not join within the given period, your selection ends automatically and the seat may be filled from the waiting list |
| Re-check at any stage | Your eligibility and certificates can be checked again at any stage |
| False papers | Wrong information or a fake certificate can end your contract even after selection, with disciplinary action |
| Selection list | A name in the list gives no automatic right to appointment |
| Contract end | The contract may end on regular appointment, abolition of the post or administrative need |
| Authority rights | The office may change the number of posts, posting or stages, or postpone or cancel the advertisement, with no claim for compensation |
How to Apply Offline for Simdega Crop Guard Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification (link in Essential Links below) and take out the prescribed application form |
| 2 | Fill every column clearly with your name, category, date of birth, education, training and cycle and tree-climbing details |
| 3 | Paste a recent passport photo and self-attest it |
| 4 | Attach self-attested copies of the documents listed below |
| 5 | Send it by Registered or Speed Post to the Subdivisional-cum-District Agriculture Officer, Joint District Agriculture Office Campus, Near Sadar Hospital, Simdega, PIN 835223 |
| 6 | Or deliver it by hand at the office between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM |
Attach copies of your Matric certificate and marksheet, the 5-day training certificate (and any longer one), a valid local resident certificate, a caste certificate if you claim ST, and your Aadhaar card. A character certificate is not needed with the application, but you must show it at final selection or joining. The post must reach the office by the deadline, so post it several days early.
What are the Important Dates for Simdega Crop Guard 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 10 October 2026 |
| Age cut-off date | 1 January 2026 |
| Last date (form must reach the office) | 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Document verification | Date to be notified later |
Is There an Application Fee for Simdega Crop Guard 2026?
The notification mentions no application fee, so do not send any demand draft or postal order unless the office states one. Updates will be put on the Simdega district website.
Simdega Crop Guard Recruitment 2026 – Essential Links
- Download Simdega Crop Guard (Kamdar) Official Notification PDF
- Visit District Agriculture Office Simdega Crop Guard Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Jharkhand Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you live in Simdega district, have your 10th certificate and a 5-day agriculture training certificate, do not wait for the last week. Fill the form carefully, attach every self-attested copy and post it early so it reaches by 26 October 2026, 5 PM. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Jharkhand openings and the latest results.