The office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Ranchi, under the Jharkhand Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperative Department, has invited applications for 21 temporary Fasal Rakshak (crop protector) posts.
The posts are at plant protection centres in Ranchi district, under the Fasal Suraksha Karyakram for 2026-27 (Advertisement No. 01/2026-27).
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At a glance
| Department | Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Co-operative Department, Govt of Jharkhand |
|---|---|
| Location | Ranchi, Jharkhand |
| Post name | Fasal Rakshak (crop protector) |
| Posts | 21 posts |
| Last date | 14-11-2026 |
| Age limit | Min 18; max 35 to 40 by category |
| Qualification | Class 10 pass |
| Pay | Rs 11,851 per month |
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Key points
- 21 posts: 9 Unreserved, 7 ST, 1 SC, 2 EBC and 2 EWS. The number may change with administrative needs.
- Honorarium of Rs 11,851 per month for 11 months, or until regular appointment, whichever comes first.
- Last date to apply: 14-11-2026, 5:00 PM, as printed in the document.
- Candidates must be Class 10 pass, have at least 5 days of approved training, and live in Ranchi district.
Who can apply
Applicants need a minimum matriculation (Class 10) pass from a recognised institution.
They must also have at least five days of training under the Agriculture or Horticulture Directorate of the department.
They must know the local language and be able to ride a cycle and climb trees.
They must be a local resident of Ranchi district.
Age is counted as on 01-04-2026, using the date of birth on the matric certificate. The minimum age is 18.
The maximum is 35 for Unreserved and EWS candidates and 37 for EBC-I men.
It is 38 for women in the Unreserved, EWS and EBC-I categories, and 40 for SC and ST candidates.
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Ex-servicemen get five extra years and must provide their certificate.
Work, terms and selection
The job covers crop pest and disease surveys, spraying insecticides, farmer training and awareness, and other work assigned by the office.
The post is contractual.
It does not give any automatic right to permanent status or the benefits of a regular government employee.
Applications will be checked against the eligibility rules and documents.
Incomplete forms, missing certificates or wrong information will be rejected.
Merit will mainly use matric marks, and the authority may also give weight to intermediate and graduate marks.
Training duration will count.
Only training certificates from the agriculture department offices, Birsa Agricultural University and Krishi Vigyan Kendras are accepted.
Local language knowledge must be declared in the application, and proof or a test may be asked for.
What to do next
The full advertisement and application form are on the official websites www.ranchi.nic.in and www.sameti.org.
The copy of the document available here is cut off partway, so check the official notice for the application method, required documents and any remaining conditions before applying.
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How to apply
- Read the full advertisement and application form on the official website
- Check eligibility, age and category rules before applying
- Attach all required certificates, including training and ex-serviceman proof if applicable
- Declare local language knowledge in the application form
- Submit the application before the last date
Official links: Official notice
Other Opportunities
- National Career Service: Class 10 pass job seekers can search local openings on this national portal.
- Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC): A Jharkhand resident with Class 10 pass may suit state staff selection exams.
- Skill India Digital (PMKVY courses): Free skill courses suit a Class 10 pass who wants training for farm or local work.
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