Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (JSHPS), under the Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Jharkhand, has released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for 637 contractual vacancies at state, district and block levels. Posts include Deputy Director, State Program Manager, District Program Manager, Block Program Manager, Thematic Expert, Accountant, Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator and others. Online applications are open from 4 November 2026 and close on 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM. The printed application with documents must reach the JSHPS office by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. Apply at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
Important Note
1. There are two deadlines. The online application closes on 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM. The printed application with supporting documents must reach the Chief Executive Officer, JSHPS, Ranchi by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. Online submission alone does not complete the application.
2. Most posts require relevant professional experience in addition to the educational qualification. Qualification alone does not establish eligibility. Check the experience requirement for your post in the official notification before applying.
3. All posts are purely contractual for one year, renewable based on satisfactory performance. No claim for absorption into a regular position will be entertained.
JSHPS Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (JSHPS) |
| Department | Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Jharkhand |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 637 |
| Employment Type | Contractual (1 year, renewable) |
| Application Mode | Online and Hard Copy |
| Application Start Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Submission Last Date | 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Official Website | recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 4 November 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Submission Last Date | 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM |
| Selection / Interview | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director – Operation | 1 |
| Deputy Director – Program | 1 |
| Deputy Director – Finance | 1 |
| State Program Manager | 2 |
| State Technical Horticulture Officer | 1 |
| State Manager – Finance and Admin | 1 |
| State MIS Officer | 1 |
| Documentation-cum-Knowledge Management Officer | 1 |
| Accountant (Headquarters) | 2 |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (Headquarters) | 2 |
| District Program Manager | 24 |
| Thematic Expert | 24 |
| Accountant (District) | 24 |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (District) | 24 |
| Block Program Manager | 264 |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (Block) | 264 |
| Total | 637 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification and Experience
| Post Name | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director – Operation | Postgraduate in Horticulture / Agriculture or MBA in Agriculture Marketing / Agribusiness | 10 years relevant experience |
| Deputy Director – Program | Postgraduate in Horticulture / Agriculture or MBA in Agriculture Marketing / Agribusiness | 10 years relevant experience |
| Deputy Director – Finance | CA from ICAI or MBA (Finance) | 10 years relevant experience |
| State Program Manager | Postgraduate in Horticulture / Agriculture or two-year MBA in Agriculture Marketing / Agribusiness | 10 years relevant experience including district-level experience |
| State Technical Horticulture Officer | Graduate in Horticulture or Agriculture | 3 years relevant experience |
| State Manager – Finance and Admin | M.Com, CA (Inter) or two-year MBA | 2 years relevant experience |
| State MIS Officer | MCA, M.Sc (IT) or B.Tech (CSE) | 5 years experience in similar role |
| Documentation-cum-Knowledge Management Officer | Postgraduate in Journalism or Mass Communication | 4 years relevant experience |
| Accountant | Full-time graduate in Commerce, Finance or Accounting with first class / division | 3 years relevant experience |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator | Full-time graduation with ADCA or BCA / B.Sc (IT) | 2 years experience in similar role or office environment |
| District Program Manager | Full-time postgraduate or higher in Horticulture / Agriculture | 5 years relevant experience with prior block-level experience |
| Thematic Expert | Graduate in Horticulture / Agriculture | 3 years relevant experience with prior block-level experience |
| Block Program Manager | Graduate in Agriculture / Horticulture | Postgraduate desirable; check notification for other criteria |
Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director – Operation / Program / Finance | 35 to 50 years |
| State Program Manager | 30 to 45 years |
| State Technical Horticulture Officer | 30 to 45 years |
| State Manager – Finance and Admin | 25 to 40 years |
| State MIS Officer | 30 to 45 years |
| Documentation-cum-Knowledge Management Officer | 30 to 45 years |
| Accountant | 30 to 45 years |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator | 25 to 35 years |
| District Program Manager | 30 to 45 years |
| Thematic Expert | 30 to 45 years |
| Block Program Manager | 21 to 30 years |
Category-wise age relaxation and the age calculation date must be verified from the official notification.
Salary
| Post Name | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Operation / Program / Finance) | Rs. 1,00,000 |
| State Program Manager | Rs. 60,000 |
| State Manager – Finance and Admin | Rs. 60,000 |
| State MIS Officer | Rs. 60,000 |
| District Program Manager | Rs. 50,000 |
| Thematic Expert | Rs. 45,000 |
| State Technical Horticulture Officer | Rs. 40,000 |
| Documentation-cum-Knowledge Management Officer | Rs. 40,000 |
| Block Program Manager | Rs. 35,000 |
| Accountant (Headquarters) | Rs. 35,000 |
| Accountant (District) | Rs. 30,000 |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (Headquarters and District) | Rs. 25,000 |
| Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator (Block) | Rs. 20,000 |
A performance-linked annual increment of 5% is also provided, subject to conditions in the notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| Jharkhand SC / ST | Rs. 300 |
| Eligible Jharkhand PwD (40% or more disability) | Exempted |
Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications and pay the applicable fee for each.
Selection Process
- Scrutiny of applications and shortlisting
- Written Test (if applicants exceed 15 times the vacancy count for a post)
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
The final selection will be based on educational qualification, relevant professional experience and the applicable selection criteria in the official notification.
How to Apply for JSHPS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in.
- Find Advertisement No. 01/2026 for JSHPS Recruitment 2026.
- Read the complete notification and confirm your eligibility for the post you wish to apply for.
- Complete the online registration and fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
- Upload your photograph, signature, qualification certificates, experience documents and other required records.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the online application before 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM.
- Download and print the completed application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Send the printed application by hand or by registered or speed post to the Chief Executive Officer, JSHPS, Ranchi, so that it reaches the office by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature
- Class 10 and Class 12 certificates and mark sheets
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Relevant experience certificates
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- PwD certificate (if applicable)
- Local resident certificate (if applicable)
- Other documents prescribed for the specific post in the notification
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Recruitment Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in JSHPS Recruitment 2026?
There are 637 contractual vacancies across state, district and block-level posts including Deputy Director, Program Manager, Accountant, Thematic Expert and Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator.
What is the last date to apply for JSHPS Recruitment 2026?
The online application closes on 4 December 2026 at 3:00 PM. The printed application with documents must reach the JSHPS office, Ranchi by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Is online submission enough to complete the JSHPS application?
No. Candidates must also submit the printed application along with self-attested copies of required documents to the Chief Executive Officer, JSHPS, Ranchi by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the salary range in JSHPS Recruitment 2026?
The consolidated monthly salary ranges from Rs. 20,000 for block-level Assistant-cum-Data Entry Operator posts to Rs. 1,00,000 for Deputy Director posts. A 5% performance-linked annual increment is also mentioned.
What is the application fee for JSHPS Recruitment 2026?
Rs. 500 for General, BC and EWS candidates. Rs. 300 for Jharkhand SC and ST candidates. Eligible Jharkhand PwD candidates with 40% or more disability are exempted.
Are JSHPS posts permanent?
No. All posts are purely contractual for one year, renewable on the basis of satisfactory performance. No claim for absorption into a regular post will be entertained.
What is the selection process for JSHPS Recruitment 2026?
Applications will be screened and shortlisted. If applicants exceed 15 times the vacancy count, a written test will be held before the personal interview.
Disclaimer
This article is based on the JSHPS Recruitment 2026 official notification, Advertisement No. 01/2026, dated 2 November 2026, available at recruitment.jharkhand.gov.in. Candidates must read the full notification for category-wise vacancy distribution, age calculation date, detailed experience requirements and hard-copy submission address. JobShouter is not associated with Jharkhand State Horticulture Promotion Society (JSHPS). This article is for informational purposes only.
