RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024, Apply Online for 241 Various Posts, Check Eligibility and Salary

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) Ajmer, has issued a detailed notification for the recruitment of multiple positions within the Agriculture Department. This recruitment drive is being conducted under the Rajasthan Agricultural Subordinate Service Rules, 1978.

A total of 241 permanent vacancies are available, and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online. For more details on the RPSC Agriculture Department recruitment, refer to the full article.

Overview Of RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024

Check the table below for detailed information about the RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment:

Key Highlights	Details
Organization	Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC)
Department	Agriculture Department
Total Number of Posts	14
Total Vacancies	241
Selection Process	– Written Examination- Document Verification
Application Period	21 October to 19 November 2024
Official Notification	Click here
Official Website	rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in

Vacancy Breakdown

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has announced the recruitment for various posts in the Agriculture Department. Candidates can apply online for permanent roles, with the number of vacancies subject to change based on the needs of the department.

Name of Post	Total Posts	GEN (UR)	SC	ST	OBC	MBC	EWS
Assistant Agriculture Officer (NSA)	115	40	19	15	25	5	11
Assistant Agriculture Officer (SA)	10	2	2	6	0	0	0
Statistical Officer	18	9	2	2	3	1	1
Agriculture Research Officer (Agronomy)	5	1	0	2	2	0	0
Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Botany)	2	0	0	0	1	0	1
Agriculture Research Officer (Plant Pathology)	2	0	0	1	0	0	1
Agriculture Research Officer (Entomology)	5	2	0	1	1	0	1
Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Chemistry)	9	4	2	1	0	1	1
Agriculture Research Officer (Horticulture)	2	0	0	1	1	0	0
Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Agronomy)	11	4	2	1	3	0	1
Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Botany)	5	3	1	1	0	0	0
Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Plant Pathology)	5	0	0	1	2	1	1
Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Entomology)	12	4	2	1	3	1	1
Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Chemistry)	40

Application Fees Of RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024

The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has established specific application fees for candidates applying to the RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment posts. Refer to the table below for further details.

Category	Fee (₹)
General (Unreserved) / Creamy Layer OBC / Creamy Layer EBC	600
Reserved Categories (SC / ST / Non-Creamy Layer OBC / Non-Creamy Layer EBC / Economically Weaker Section / Sahariya)	400
Reserved Candidates from Other States (SC / ST / OBC / EBC)	400
Persons with Disabilities	400

• General Category Applicants: Candidates from the OBC creamy layer are classified as part of the general category and must pay the general category registration fee.
• One-Time Registration: Applicants who have already completed the One-Time Registration process can use their SSO ID to log in and pay the applicable fee.

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying online, candidates must meet the required educational qualifications, including academic credentials, relevant experience, and age criteria.

Educational Qualifications

Post Number	Name of Post	Required Qualification
1 & 2	Assistant Agriculture Officer (NSA) & Assistant Agriculture Officer (SA)	B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture from a recognized university in India.
3	Statistical Officer	II Class Post Graduate Degree in Mathematics with Statistics or II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) with a specialization in Statistics, or M.Sc. in Statistics from a recognized university in India.
4	Agriculture Research Officer (Agronomy)	II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) in Agronomy from a recognized university in India.
5	Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Botany)	II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) in Botany or II Class M.Sc. (Botany) with Plant Breeding from a recognized university in India.
6	Agriculture Research Officer (Plant Pathology)	II Class M.Sc. (Botany) with specialization in Plant Pathology or II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) in Plant Pathology from a recognized university in India.
7	Agriculture Research Officer (Entomology)	II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) with Entomology or II Class M.Sc. (Zoology) specializing in Entomology from a recognized university in India.
8	Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Chemistry)	II Class M.Sc. in Chemistry or II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) in Chemistry or Soil Science from a recognized university in India.
9	Agriculture Research Officer (Horticulture)	II Class M.Sc. (Agri.) with Horticulture from a recognized university in India.
10	Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Agronomy)	II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agronomy from a recognized university in India.
11	Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Botany)	II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) in Botany or II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) in Plant Breeding from a recognized university in India.
12	Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Plant Pathology)	II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) in Plant Pathology or II Class M.Sc. (Botany) with specialization in Plant Pathology from a recognized university in India.
13	Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Entomology)	II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) with Entomology or II Class M.Sc. (Zoology) specializing in Entomology from a recognized university in India.
14	Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (Agriculture Chemistry)	II Class M.Sc. (Ag.) in Chemistry or Soil Science from a recognized university in India.
All Posts		Candidates must have working knowledge of Hindi written in Devanagari script and an understanding of Rajasthan culture.

Age Limits (as of 01.01.2025)

• For posts 1 to 2: The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is under 40 years.
• For posts 3 to 9: The minimum age is 20 years, and the maximum age is under 40 years.

Age Relaxation

Candidates exceeding the maximum age limit as of 01.01.2025 will receive the following age relaxation as per service rules:

• Posts 1 to 2: An additional 2 years.
• Posts 3 and 5: An additional 3 years.
• Posts 4 and 6 to 14: An additional 1 year.

Age Relaxation

Category	Age Relaxation
Male candidates from SC, ST, OBC, MBC, and EWS of Rajasthan	5 Years
Female candidates from SC, ST, OBC, MBC, and EWS of Rajasthan	10 Years
Female candidates from General Category	5 Years
Widow and divorcee candidates	No Upper Age Limit (Certificate required)
Former prisoners who were employed by the government before their sentence	No Upper Age Limit

• Widows are required to submit their husband’s death certificate issued by the competent authority. 
• Divorcees must provide legal proof of their divorce.

RPSC Agriculture Department Exam Pattern 2024 

For positions such as Assistant Agriculture Officer, Statistical Officer, Agriculture Research Officer, and Assistant Agriculture Research Officer (in various subjects), the exam pattern is as follows:

• Total Marks: 150
• Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Total Questions: 150
• Format: The exam will consist of 150 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
• Negative Marking: A penalty of one-third of the question’s marks will be deducted for each incorrect or multiple answer.

S. No.	Part	Subject	Marks	Questions
1	A	General Knowledge of Rajasthan	40	40
2	B	Concerned Subject (based on qualification)	110	110

• The Commission will provide candidates with the detailed syllabus at a later date.
• Special Instructions for OMR Answer Sheets: Candidates are advised to carefully follow the instructions for marking options on the OMR answer sheets during the examination.

How to Apply for RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024?

Follow the Steps to Apply for RPSC Agriculture recruitment:

1. Review the instructions, advertisement, and service rules available on the commission’s website before starting the application process.
2. Online Application:
   • Visit the commission’s website rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in and click on “Apply Online” or log in to the SSO portal to complete One Time Registration (OTR).
   • First-time applicants must enter their personal details and upload ID proof.
3. After completing OTR, personal details cannot be changed. Ensure that all information matches your educational documents.
4. Before applying, double-check your name, father’s name, date of birth, and gender with your UID card. Update any outdated photos (older than three years) on your Aadhaar card.
5. Upload a live photo and preview it before submission, along with a scanned signature and left thumb impression.
6. If you need a scribe, make sure to select the option in the application form.
7. Enter all your qualifications and work experience before the application deadline. Late entries won’t be accepted.
8. After submission, you will receive an application number. If you don’t, your application was not successfully submitted.
9. For any technical or application issues, contact the helpdesk available on the Recruitment Portal.
10. Make sure to apply under the correct category, as false information may lead to disciplinary action.
11. Candidates from the OBC creamy layer and certain other categories from outside Rajasthan must apply under the general category.
12. After completing your online application, print a hard copy for your records.
13. Regularly check the commission’s Exam Dashboard for updates and information.
14. Only online applications will be accepted. No offline or handwritten forms are allowed.

Online Application Correction Process

1. Correcting Errors: If you notice any errors after submitting your application (except for name, father’s name, date of birth, and gender), you can make corrections during the application period or within 10 days after the deadline by paying ₹500.
2. Editing Restrictions: You can edit your photo, name, father’s name, date of birth, and gender within 7 days, starting 60 days before the exam date. Divorced or separated women can update their category if they have a court-issued DV decree by the application deadline.
3. OTR Restrictions: Once you complete One Time Registration (OTR), you cannot change your name, father’s name, date of birth, or gender in the application.
4. Change Notification: You will receive an SMS for any changes made, which will be confirmed via OTP.
5. Correction Fee: A ₹500 fee applies to all allowed corrections.
6. Post-Exam: No corrections will be permitted after the exam.
7. No Other Changes: After the correction period, no further changes will be allowed, and the commission will not accept any additional modifications.

Selection Process Of RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024

• Selection Method: Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a written exam. If necessary, the commission may implement techniques such as scaling or normalization to assess the answer sheets.
• Legal Validity: The recruitment rules are available in both Hindi and English. In the event of any legal disputes, the English version will be considered authoritative.

Important Dates Of RPSC Agriculture Department Recruitment 2024 

Refer to the table below to ensure you don’t miss any important events related to the RPSC Agriculture Department recruitment:

Event	Date
Notification Release Date	17 October 2024
Online Application Start Date	21 October 2024
Last Date to Apply Online	19 November 2024
Exam Date	To be announced
Admit Card Release Date	10 days prior to the exam

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