The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has announced a vacancy for the post of Joint Director (Extension) in the Directorate of Extension, New Delhi. This position will be filled on a deputation basis, including a short-term contract, and is open to eligible candidates currently working in Central or State Governments, Union Territories, PSUs, autonomous bodies, agricultural universities, or recognized research institutions. `
This Group 'A', Gazetted post falls under Level 11 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 15,600–39,100 with Grade Pay of Rs. 6,600 as per PB-3). The deputation term, including any previous deputation in other organizations, should not exceed four years. Applicants must be under 56 years of age on the closing date of applications.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants should either:
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Hold an equivalent post on a regular basis in the parent department, or
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Have five years of regular service in Level 10 pay scale.
They must also possess a Master’s degree in Agriculture, Agricultural Extension, Rural Management, or relevant fields such as Agribusiness, Vegetable Sciences, Horticulture, or Agro-Forestry. Candidates with a Bachelor’s in Agriculture and an MBA or a degree in Agricultural Engineering are also eligible.
A minimum of three years’ experience in agricultural extension or teaching/training in the field is essential. Additional experience in designing and conducting training programmes will be preferred.
Role and Responsibilities
The selected officer will assist in implementing and monitoring national agricultural extension schemes such as ATMA, Agri-Clinics, Mass Media support for extension, and Kisan Call Centres. Field visits and reviews of state-level training institutions will be part of the job.
Application Process
Interested candidates must apply through proper channel within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
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Application Start Date: 30 April 2025
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Application End Date: 28 June 2025
Applications should be sent to: Section Officer (Extension), Room No. 332, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001
Candidates are advised to read the full notification carefully before applying. For more information, please visit the official website of the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
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