CAO Budgam Krishi Udyami Recruitment 2026 - 4 Kisan Khidmat Ghar Positions, HADP Phase II | Apply by 30 October

Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, District Budgam, Office of the Chief Agriculture Officer, invites applications in the prescribed format from eligible candidates for engagement as Krishi Udyamis (KUs) / Agricultural Entrepreneurs in various vacant pre-identified Panchayat/Cluster Level Kisan Khidmat Ghars in District Budgam under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) Phase II. Re-Advertisement Notification No. 09 CAOB of 2026-27 dated 23.10.2026.

Key details

• Position – Krishi Udyami (KU) / Agricultural Entrepreneur
• Number of positions – 04 vacant pre-identified Panchayat Level Kisan Khidmat Ghars of District Budgam. The notice refers to Annexure (I) of the notification for the full list of the four KKG locations; that annexure is not reproduced in the published PDF.
• Engagement duration – Initially for a period of 2 years, with the possibility of annual extensions subject to the satisfactory performance of the PLE
• Last date for receipt of complete applications – 30.10.2026 (up to 4:30 PM)

Qualification

Diploma in Agriculture & Allied Fields, or Graduation in Science (B.Sc.), or Graduation in Agriculture and Allied Fields (B.Sc./B.V.Sc.). Additional preference will be given to candidates possessing post-graduation (Science/Agri & Allied) and computer diplomas/certifications.

• Diploma courses: Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary Sciences, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture, Agri. Engineering, BHT, BAT from a government recognized institution.
• Agri Allied courses: B.Sc. in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture; B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering; B.V.Sc. & A.H. from a Government recognized institution.
• Computer: Diploma/Certification course in computers of 3 or more months duration from a government recognized institution.

Job profile

Operate Kisan Khidmat Ghars (KKGs) under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme in Jammu & Kashmir. The role of establishing and managing KKGs at the panchayat level is undertaken by the Krishi Udyami in collaboration with the Agriculture Production Department. Responsibilities encompass the provision of agricultural services, dissemination of information, and serving as a liaison between farmers and various government departments.

Remunerations

The engagement is based on a self-earning/entrepreneur basis — no fixed salary is advertised. The earning model is structured as follows:

• Service charges: KUs are entitled to earn by charging a fee for the various services they provide through the KKGs (facilitating applications, advisory services, assisting in marketing farmers’ produce and other services). The rates shall be notified by the Mission Director HADP from time to time.
• Input sales commission: a percentage commission on the sale of recommended agricultural inputs such as seeds, fertilizers and pesticides made through the KKGs.
• B2B and B2C marketing commission: a commission based on successful transactions for facilitating the marketing of farmers’ produce through business-to-business and business-to-consumer channels.
• Contingency fee for training: a contingency fee for training sessions or programmes undertaken as part of professional development.

The earning potential of KUs is directly linked to the efficient and effective operation of KKGs, the volume of services provided, and the successful facilitation of various agricultural processes.

General terms and conditions

1. Detailed information including the application form can be obtained from the office of the CAO Budgam or downloaded from the official website of District Budgam (https://budgam.nic.in/).
2. The candidate must have the requisite qualification for the post applied for.
3. Age should be between 21 and 45 years as of the last date of submission.
4. The candidate must submit an affidavit attested by a 1st Class Magistrate that he/she will make available secure space comprising two rooms/shops (approximately 750 to 800 sq. ft.) at a feasibly located site within the concerned Panchayat on his/her own, for which no rent shall be claimed by the candidate.
5. Self-attested photocopies of the following documents must be attached with the application form: date of birth certificate (Matriculation certificate); marks certificate of all qualifying examinations; Domicile Certificate; and Character certificate issued by the competent authority.
6. Completed application forms should be submitted to the office of the Deputy Commissioner Budgam in person or through registered post.
7. Any postal delay shall not be the responsibility of the APD/advertising authority.
8. Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without further notice.
9. Original documents shall have to be presented during the verification process.

Other terms and conditions for Krishi Udyamis

1. The selected KU shall enter into an agreement with the APD and shall have to deposit a refundable security amount of Rs.10,000/- in the form of a Fixed Deposit Receipt from any scheduled commercial bank, and will not claim it up to 2 years even if he/she discontinues as KU.
2. Nature of engagement: The selected KU will work on a franchise-franchisee basis; the operation of KKGs at the panchayat level will be carried out by KUs under the support and framework provided by the Agriculture Production Department, with the aim of fostering entrepreneurship, local empowerment and the effective delivery of agricultural services in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
3. No right to regular appointment: KUs are not entitled to claim any regular appointment under the scheme at any point of time.
4. Asset ownership and maintenance: Assets provided by the department for KKGs shall remain the exclusive property of the department. KUs will function as custodians of the infrastructure and facilities, being responsible for their maintenance and security.
5. Management under supervision: KKGs shall be managed by KUs under the supervision of a designated APD Officer from the respective locality.
6. Training and fee entitlement: KUs shall be provided with requisite training; they will be entitled to payment of fees out of contingency for participating in such training sessions and programmes.
7. Input licence provision: The Directorate of Agriculture shall provide/facilitate the entrepreneurs with the requisite input licences.
8. Nodal agency: The Mission Director HADP shall act as the nodal agency responsible for the establishment and administration of KKGs.
9. Technological support: Development Departments and Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) shall provide regular technology support; the SKUAST cyber extension hub shall be integrated with the KKG software ecosystem.
10. Facilitation of linkages: The APD/Mission Directorate HADP shall facilitate the linkage of KKGs with input companies and financial institutions through MoUs.
11. Service charges and compliance: KUs shall charge nominal service charges and adhere to all requisite norms. A rate card for service charges shall be issued by the Mission Director HADP from time to time. Weekly reporting to Panchayat, Block and Line departments is mandatory.
12. Succession plan on disengagement: In the event of a KU leaving the assignment or being disengaged, the functioning of the KKG will come under the control of the designated APD Officer for that KKG till a new KU is engaged.
13. Agreement termination: The agreement may be terminated by both parties (KU & APD) with a 3-month prior notice. KUs must provide an undertaking to stay in the agreement for a minimum of two years; in the case of exit before two years, the security amount of Rs.10,000/- will be forfeited, in addition to the 3-month prior notice.
14. Flexibility: All conditions mentioned in the advertisement shall constitute the terms and conditions of the agreement; however, the APD reserves the right to change or add any other condition at the time of signing the agreement.

Selection procedure and criteria

The selection of KUs will be based entirely on a point-based system:

• Domicile of Local Panchayat – 25 points
• Female candidates – 05 points
• Educational qualification (maximum) – 45 points: Diploma in Agri./BHT/BAT etc. 15 points; General Graduation (Science) 25 points; Graduation in Agri. & Allied Courses 45 points
• Post-Graduation (Science/Agri & Allied) – 10 points
• Diploma/Certification in computers – 15 points
• TOTAL – 100 points

The highest-scoring candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be considered for the position. Shortlisted candidates will undergo document verification and must present original certificates, mark sheets and other essential documents. The list of selected candidates, subject to document verification, will be published on the official websites of the District and the Agriculture Production Department.

No application fee is prescribed in the notice.