Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts at Plant Protection Centres, Rs.11,851/month
Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka - Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation, Government of Jharkhand
Jharkhand - Plant Protection Centres, District Dumka, Jharkhand - 814101
Vacancies
11
Salary
Rs. 11,851/- per month (honorarium / remuneration basis)
Last Date
14 Nov 2026
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Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Important Dates 2026
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Application Fee 2026
No application fee
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Age Limit 2026
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 11,851/- per month (honorarium / remuneration basis)
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Post-wise Vacancy Breakdown
| S.No. | Post / Trade | Unreserved (UR) | Scheduled Tribe (ST) | Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crop Protector (Fasal Rakshak) | 5 | 5 | 1 | 11 |
| Total | 5 | 5 | 1 | 11 | |
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Matriculation / Secondary (10th) pass from a recognised institution.
- Minimum 5-day training under the Directorate of Agriculture or Horticulture, Dept. of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation.
- Knowledge of the local language.
- Ability to ride a bicycle and climb trees.
- Local resident of the block of the Plant Protection Centre applied for.
- Age: minimum 18 years; maximum 35 years (UR/EWS) and 40 years (ST) as on 30.09.2026.
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Qualification / Education
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Job Details & Overview
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026 – 11 Posts
The Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka, Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation (Agriculture Division), Government of Jharkhand, invites applications for 11 posts of Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector / फसल रक्षक) on an honorarium / remuneration basis under the Crop Protection Programme for the financial year 2026-27. Appointment Notice No. 01/2026-27 dated 23.10.2026.
| Post | Nature | Tenure | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) | Honorarium / remuneration based | 11 months (or till regular appointment, whichever is earlier) | Rs. 11,851/- per month |
The engagement is purely on an honorarium basis and confers no right to regular appointment, localisation, or service benefits on par with regular government employees.
Centre-wise Distribution
One post is allotted to each of the 11 Plant Protection Centres in Dumka district. Applicants must be local residents of the block in which the centre applied for is located.
| # | Plant Protection Centre | Block whose local residents may apply |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plant Protection Centre, Dumka | Dumka |
| 2 | Saraiyahat | Saraiyahat |
| 3 | Ramgarh | Ramgarh |
| 4 | Jama | Jama |
| 5 | Nonihat | Jarmundi |
| 6 | Jarmundi | Jarmundi |
| 7 | Masaliya | Masaliya |
| 8 | Shikaripara | Shikaripara |
| 9 | Kathikund | Kathikund |
| 10 | Gopikandar | Gopikandar |
| 11 | Raneshwar | Raneshwar |
Reservation
As per the ideal reservation roster of Dumka district: Unreserved (UR) 05, Scheduled Tribe (ST) 05 and Economically Weaker Section (EWS) 01 — total 11.
Essential Eligibility
- Minimum Matriculation / Secondary (10th) pass from a recognised educational institution.
- Minimum 5-day training under the Directorate of Agriculture or Horticulture, Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation.
- Knowledge of the local language.
- Ability to ride a bicycle and climb trees.
- Applicant must be a local resident of the block for whose centre the application is invited.
Age Limit (as on 30.09.2026)
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: UR — 35 years; EWS — 35 years; ST — 40 years
Age is determined from the date of birth recorded in the Matriculation certificate / admit card.
Selection — Merit (Total 100 Marks)
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Academic — Matriculation percentage × 0.4 | 40 |
| Academic — Intermediate (12th) percentage × 0.1 | 10 |
| Academic — Graduation percentage × 0.1 | 10 |
| Local resident of the concerned block | 10 |
| Departmental training — five-day training 20 marks, two-day training 10 marks | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
- Where grades / CGPA are awarded, the conversion formula prescribed by the concerned board or university will apply.
- No additional marks are given for a post-graduate or higher qualification, or for more than one degree of the same level.
- Training marks are computed from the total number of training days clearly mentioned in the certificate.
- Only training certificates issued under the Directorate of Agriculture & Horticulture of the Agriculture Department, the Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Birsa Agricultural University, and ATMA are accepted.
Important Dates
- Application period: 26.10.2026 to 14.11.2026
- Mode: Registered Post / Speed Post only
How to Apply
Fill the prescribed application form completely and send it, along with self-attested copies of all required certificates, by registered post / speed post so as to reach:
Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka
Bhagalpur Road, Dumka (near Tata Showroom),
District Dumka, Jharkhand — PIN 814101
E-mail: [email protected] | Phone: 9304866088
Documents to be Attached (Self-attested)
- Matriculation / 10th certificate and marksheet (compulsory)
- Intermediate / 10+2 certificate and marksheet, if available
- Graduation certificate and marksheet, if available
- Certificate of minimum 5-day training
- Local language certificate, if available
- Valid local residence certificate issued by the competent authority
- Caste certificate, where applicable
- Local resident certificate of Dumka district
- EWS certificate, where applicable
- Matriculation certificate as proof of date of birth
- Identity card
- Copy of Aadhaar card (clearly legible)
Other Conditions
- The merit list will be prepared as per the applicable reservation rules and published on the official website dumka.nic.in and on the office notice board.
- Appointment is subject to the conditions prescribed by the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka. If a selected candidate does not join within the prescribed period, the selection lapses automatically and the post may be filled from the waiting list.
- Centre allotment is based on the block of residence recorded in the residence certificate and the preference stated in the application; the final decision rests with the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka.
- Applications received after the prescribed last date will not be accepted.
- If any information is found false, concealed, or supported by a forged certificate, the engagement may be terminated even after selection and legal action may be taken.
- The competent authority may postpone or cancel the advertisement or the selection process for unavoidable or administrative reasons.
Important Links
- Official Notice (PDF): Download
- Dumka District Recruitment Notices: https://dumka.nic.in/notice_category/recruitment/
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Important Links
How to Apply for Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka - Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation, Government of Jharkhand's Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts at Plant Protection Centres, Rs.11,851/month before applying.
- Apply for this Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka - Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation, Government of Jharkhand recruitment offline, following the submission process given in the official notification (such as by registered post or in-person submission at the office address mentioned in the notice).
- Prepare the documents asked for in the notification and keep their photocopies or scans ready.
- Pay the application fee of No application fee using the method stated in the official notification, such as a demand draft.
- As directed in the notification, submit or send your application to the office address given in it on or before 14 Nov 2026.
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka - Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation, Government of Jharkhand recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka - Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Co-operation, Government of Jharkhand notification before submitting.
- Complete and pay before the last date, 14 Nov 2026; late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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What is Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts at Plant Protection Centres, Rs.11,851/month?
Dumka Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) Recruitment 2026 - 11 Posts at Plant Protection Centres, Rs.11,851/month is a government recruitment notification published by Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
Applications for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026 open on 23 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026 is 14 November 2026.
What is the application fee for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
No application fee
What is the age limit for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026 is 40 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
Matric (10th) pass + minimum 5-day departmental training
How to apply for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026?
Apply for Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Recruitment 2026 offline, using the submission method and address given in the official notification above (such as registered post or in-person submission). Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.