Name of Post: Horticulture Development Officer (HDO) | Total Posts: 101 | Application Mode: Online
Short Information: The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Horticulture Development Officer (HDO) posts. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 October 2025 to 14 November 2025 through the official website ppsc.gov.in.
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025
Online Form Notification Details
Important Dates
- Start Date to Apply Online: 17 October 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14 November 2025
Application Fee
- Ex-Servicemen, EWS, PWD, LDESM (Punjab): Rs. 500/-
- SC/ST/Backward Classes (Punjab): Rs. 750/-
- All Other Categories: Rs. 1500/-
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Punjab Government rules.
Eligibility
- B.Sc Agriculture (minimum 50% marks) with Horticulture as elective or Experiential Learning Programme (ELP) in Horticulture/B.Sc Horticulture from recognized University/Institution.
- M.Sc Horticulture from recognized University/Institution.
- Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject or equivalent examination.
Pay Scale
- Pay Matrix: Rs. 44,900/-
PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
Selection Process
- Written Competitive Examination: 120 questions, 480 marks
- Interview: 60 marks
- Total Marks: 540
- Exam Duration: 2 hours, pen & paper-based, OMR sheet
How to Apply for PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website – ppsc.gov.in
- Click on the Recruitment section and download the notification.
- Read all the eligibility instructions carefully.
- Fill out the online application form and upload required documents.
- Submit the form before 14 November 2025 and keep a printout for reference.
Interested Candidates Can Read the Full Notification Before Applying Online
