Department of Agriculture Animal Husbandry and Co-operative West Singhbhum has announced 15 vacancies for the Crop Guard post on a contract basis for 11 months or until regular appointment, whichever is earlier. Candidates can apply through the prescribed offline process by sending their application by speed post or registered post to the Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Combined Agriculture Building, Xavier Nagar, West Singhbhum, Chaibasa from 15 October 2026 to 30 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM. The required qualification for the post includes Matric / Secondary (10th) passed, 5 days training, local language knowledge, cycle and tree climbing proficiency, and being a resident of the block, with a pay of Rs. 11,851 per month.
Department of Agriculture Animal Husbandry and Co-operative West Singhbhum Crop Guard at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Department of Agriculture Animal Husbandry and Co-operative (Agriculture Division), Office of Junior Plant Protection Officer, West Singhbhum, Chaibasa |
| Advertisement No. | 02/2026-27 |
| Post(s) | Crop Guard |
| Vacancies | 15 |
| Pay | Rs. 11,851/- per month |
| Qualification (one line) | Matric / Secondary (10th) passed with 5 days training and specified physical skills |
| Job Location | West Singhbhum, Jharkhand |
| Apply By | Post (Speed Post or Registered Post) |
| Last Date | 30 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM (Receipt) |
Where and How to Send
Applications must be submitted by post to the following address:
Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Combined Agriculture Building, Xavier Nagar, West Singhbhum, Chaibasa, Pin Code- 833201
Applications must reach the designated office by speed post or registered post between 15.10.2026 and 30.10.2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Posts, Eligibility and Pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Crop Guard | 15 | Rs. 11,851/- per month (Honorarium / Remuneration based) |
Eligibility Details
- Educational Qualification: Minimum Matric / Secondary (10th) passed from a recognised educational institution.
- Training: Mandatory minimum 5 days training from agriculture and horticulture directorate under the Department of Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Co-operative.
- Language: Knowledge of local language.
- Skills: Proficiency in cycling and tree climbing.
- Residency: Must be a resident of the block related to the Plant Protection Centre.
Age Limit
Minimum age limit is 18 years, and maximum age limit will be that determined by the government for various categories from time to time.
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
The total number of vacancies is 15. The category-wise distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 07 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 01 |
| Unreserved (UR) | 07 |
| Total | 15 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 23.04.2026 / 24.04.2026 (as per reference orders) |
| Application Start Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form / Details | Offline Application Notice |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Advertisement PDF |
| Official Website | Chaibasa District Website |