The Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka has opened a fresh district-level recruitment for 11 Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) positions under Advertisement No. 01/2026-27. The notice was placed on the Dumka district recruitment portal on 24 October 2026, and applications are being accepted from 26 October through 14 November 2026. These are temporary, honorarium-based engagements under the Crop Protection Programme for 2026-27, with a monthly payment of ₹11,851 and an initial tenure of 11 months or until regular appointment, whichever comes first. Five vacancies are unreserved, five are reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates and one is for EWS. At a basic eligibility level, applicants need Class 10 and the prescribed minimum five-day approved agriculture or horticulture training. The recruitment is especially local in nature: candidates can apply only for the Plant Protection Centre linked to the block where they are certified residents. The work involves field-level crop-protection activity, so candidates must also know the local language and be able to ride a bicycle and climb trees. Applications are offline and must reach the Dumka office through registered or speed post within the notified period. For suitable local candidates, it offers a practical entry into district-level crop protection work.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting office | Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka |
| Department | Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Cooperative Department (Agriculture Division), Government of Jharkhand |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026-27 |
| Post | Fasal Rakshak (Crop Protector) |
| Total vacancies | 11 |
| Engagement | Temporary, honorarium/remuneration basis |
| Initial tenure | 11 months or until regular appointment, whichever is earlier |
| Monthly honorarium | ₹11,851 |
| Application mode | Offline by registered / speed post |
| Application period | 26 October to 14 November 2026 |
| Job area | Plant Protection Centres in Dumka district, Jharkhand |
Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 5 |
| EWS | 1 |
| Total | 11 |
The posts are distributed across Plant Protection Centres at Dumka, Saraiyahat, Ramgarh, Jama, Nonihat, Jarmundi, Masalia, Shikaripara, Kathikund, Gopikandar and Raneshwar.
Basic Qualification
Candidates must have passed Class 10 from a recognised institution and completed at least one approved five-day agriculture or horticulture training.
The official notice also requires knowledge of the local language and the ability to ride a bicycle and climb trees.
Local Residence Requirement
This recruitment is block-linked. Applicants can normally apply only for the centre corresponding to the block shown in their valid local-residence certificate. Jarmundi block residents are eligible for the Jarmundi and Nonihat centres.
Age Limit
Age is calculated as on 30 September 2026.
| Category | Minimum age | Maximum age |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 18 years | 35 years |
| EWS | 18 years | 35 years |
| ST | 18 years | 40 years |
The date of birth recorded in the Matriculation certificate is used for age determination.
Honorarium and Nature of Appointment
Selected Crop Protectors will receive ₹11,851 per month.
The appointment is purely temporary and honorarium/remuneration based. It is for 11 months or until a regular appointment is made, whichever occurs first. The engagement does not create a claim to regularisation or regular government-employee service benefits.
Application Fee
The official notice does not specify an application fee.
Selection Process
Eligible applications will be assessed through a 100-mark merit system based on academic record, local residence and approved training.
| Selection component | Maximum marks |
|---|---|
| Academic qualification | 60 |
| Local residence of the relevant block | 10 |
| Approved training | 30 |
| Total | 100 |
The committee may also conduct a practical test of bicycle riding and tree climbing if considered necessary. Original documents are verified before final selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice signed | 23 October 2026 |
| Recruitment page published | 24 October 2026 |
| Applications accepted from | 26 October 2026 |
| Last date for receipt | 14 November 2026 |
| Age cut-off date | 30 September 2026 |
How to Apply for Dumka Fasal Rakshak Recruitment 2026
- Download the official Dumka recruitment notice and application form, then identify the Plant Protection Centre allowed for your block of residence.
- Check your age as on 30 September 2026 with Regal Naukri's Age Calculator.
- Confirm that your Class 10 qualification and required approved training are in order. Regal Naukri's Eligibility Pre-check can help organise an initial review, while the official Dumka notice remains final.
- Collect the certificates listed in the advertisement. The Government Job Document Checklist can help you prepare the self-attested set before dispatch.
- Fill the prescribed form clearly, attach the required self-attested copies and a recent self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Send the completed application by registered or speed post so that it reaches the office no later than 14 November 2026.
- Keep a copy of the completed form and postal receipt. For general offline-application guidance, use Regal Naukri's How to Apply for Government Jobs in India.
Postal Address
Office of the Junior Plant Protection Officer, Dumka Bhagalpur Road, Near Tata Showroom Dumka, Jharkhand – 814101
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Class 10 certificate and marksheet | Essential qualification and date of birth |
| Class 12 certificate/marksheet, if available | Merit scoring |
| Graduation certificate/marksheet, if available | Merit scoring |
| Approved training certificate(s) | Mandatory training and merit marks |
| Valid local-residence certificate | Block eligibility |
| Category certificate, where applicable | Reservation claim |
| EWS certificate, where applicable | EWS claim |
| Identity proof | Candidate verification |
| Aadhaar copy | Application enclosure |
| Recent self-attested passport photograph | Application form |
Important Candidate Notes
- Apply only for the centre permitted by your local-residence block.
- The official notice requires approved training; Class 10 alone is not sufficient.
- Applications received after the last date will not be accepted.
- Selection is merit-based and document claims may be rechecked at any stage.
- The authority can conduct a practical bicycle/tree-climbing test if needed.
- False information or invalid documents can lead to rejection or termination even after selection.
- Final selection and related updates will be published through the official Dumka channels.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Dumka official recruitment notice page | Open official recruitment page |
| Fasal Rakshak notice page | Open official Dumka notice |
| Official advertisement and application form | Download official PDF |
FAQ
How many vacancies are available in Dumka Fasal Rakshak Recruitment 2026?
There are 11 vacancies: 5 UR, 5 ST and 1 EWS.
What is the basic qualification?
Candidates need Class 10 plus at least one approved five-day agriculture or horticulture training.
What is the monthly honorarium?
The notified honorarium is ₹11,851 per month.
What is the last date to apply?
The completed offline application must reach the notified Dumka office by 14 November 2026.
Can a candidate apply for any Plant Protection Centre in Dumka district?
No. The centre is linked to the candidate's certified block of local residence, subject to the specific rules in the official notice.
Is this a permanent government job?
No. It is a temporary honorarium-based engagement for 11 months or until regular appointment, whichever comes first.
How are candidates selected?
Selection uses a 100-mark merit system covering academic record, relevant block residence and approved training. A practical bicycle/tree-climbing test may also be held if required.