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Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the official notification for 101 posts of Horticulture Development Officer under Advt. No. 20256. Below are the key dates for the online application, examination, and other important events.
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| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 17 October 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 17 October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 November 2025 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 15 November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Last Week of November 2025 |
| Exam Date | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| Interview Schedule | January 2026 (Expected) |
| Result Declaration | February 2026 (Tentative) |
The PPSC Horticulture Development Officer recruitment 2025 offers a total of 101 posts distributed across different categories as per Punjab government rules.
| Category Wise Vacancy Distribution | ||
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| Category | Total Posts | Remarks |
| General | 40 | Includes ESM/LDESM of Gen. |
| SC (Punjab) | 20 | Includes Balmiki/Mazhbi Sikh Sub-Categories |
| BC (Punjab) | 12 | Non-Creamy Layer |
| EWS | 10 | As per Punjab Govt. rules |
| ESM / LD / FF | 09 | Reserved for Defence Personnel |
| PH / PwD | 05 | Orthopedically Handicapped / Hearing Impaired |
| Others | 05 | Including Sportsmen, Freedom Fighters etc. |
| Total | 101 | All Categories Combined |
To apply for the PPSC HDO post, candidates must possess the educational qualification and language proficiency mentioned below.
| Eligibility Criteria | |
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| Qualification | Details |
| Educational Qualification | M.Sc. in Horticulture from a recognized university. |
| Language Requirement | Punjabi language up to Matriculation level (10th Class). |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 Years (as on 01/01/2025). Age relaxation applicable as per Punjab Govt. rules. |
| Experience | Not mandatory; preference may be given to experienced candidates in the field. |
The selection process involves multiple stages to assess candidates’ technical knowledge and suitability for the post.
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| Stage | Description |
| 1 | Written Examination (Objective Type) |
| 2 | Interview |
| 3 | Document Verification |
| 4 | Medical Examination |
The PPSC HDO written exam will consist of 120 multiple-choice questions with negative marking of 1/4 mark for each incorrect answer. The total marks are 480, and the exam duration is 2 hours.
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| Subject | Questions | Marks | Remarks |
| Horticulture Subject | 90 | 360 | Core technical subject knowledge |
| General Knowledge & Current Affairs | 10 | 40 | General awareness and GK |
| Mental Ability & Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 40 | Reasoning, Math & Logic |
| Punjabi Language | 10 | 40 | Language Proficiency |
| Total | 120 | 480 | OMR Based (2 Hours) |
Selected candidates for the Horticulture Development Officer post will receive a monthly salary as per the 7th Pay Commission along with additional allowances and benefits.
| Salary Details | |
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| Component | Details |
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900/- per month |
| Pay Level | As per Pay Matrix Level 7 |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, Medical, Pension, etc. as per Punjab Govt. norms |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Job |
The application fee varies by category and must be paid online through the official PPSC portal.
| Application Fee Structure | |
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| Category | Application Fee |
| General / ESP / FF | ₹1500/- |
| SC / ST / BC (Punjab) | ₹750/- |
| PH / ESM / EWS | ₹500/- |
| Payment Mode | Online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking |
Admit cards for the PPSC HDO exam will be available on the PPSC official website before the exam. Results will be declared online after each stage of the selection process.
| Admit Card & Result Updates | |
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| Event | Details |
| Admit Card Availability | Last Week of November 2025 |
| Written Exam Date | December 2025 (Tentative) |
| Result Declaration | February 2026 (Tentative) |
| Final Merit List | Based on Written Exam + Interview |
Follow these simple steps to apply online for the PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025 through the official website.
| Application Process | |
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| Step | Details |
| 1 | Visit the official website – https://ppsc.gov.in |
| 2 | Click on “Apply Online” under the latest advertisement section. |
| 3 | Fill in your details, upload documents, and pay the fee. |
| 4 | Review your form carefully before submission. |
| 5 | Submit and take a printout of the application for future reference. |
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| Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Apply Link | Apply Online Now |
| Admit Card | Download Admit Card |
| Syllabus | View Exam Syllabus |
| Check Eligibility | Check Now |
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The post offered is Punjab PPSC Horticulture Development Officer 101 Vacancy Online Form 2025.
The job location for this post is Punjab.
The salary for this job is ₹44,900/- per month.
The last date to apply is 14 Nov 2025.
You can apply through Online mode. Please check the official link for more details.