The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for 1051 Agriculture Officer posts in various departments of the state’s agriculture sector. The application will start from 15th January 2024 and can be applied till 28th January 2024. Eligible and interested candidates should apply through Bihar Public Service Commission official website. This is a golden opportunity for qualified and motivated individuals to contribute to the growth of agriculture in Bihar and empower its rural communities. Educational Qualification, Important Dates, and Vacancy Details are summarized below for the interest of job aspirants –
BPSC BAO Bharti 2024 – Short Details
| Organization Name | BPSC Block Agriculture Officer |
| Official Website | https://bpsc.bih.nic.in |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Number Of Vacancies | 1051 Posts |
| Post Name | Block Agriculture Officer |
| Online Application Start Date: | 15th January 2024 |
| Last Date of Submission | 28th January 2024 |
BPSC Block Agriculture Officer and Other Post Vacancy Details 2024
| Post | Total |
|---|---|
| Block Agriculture Officer (BAO) | 866 |
| (Women Vacancies) | 303 |
| Sub Divisional Agriculture Officer/ Deputy Project Director | 155 |
| (Women Vacancies) | 54 |
| Assistant Director (Agriculture Engineering) | 19 |
| (Women Vacancies) | 5 |
| Assistant Director (Plant Protection) | 11 |
| (Women Vacancies) | 1 |
| Total | 1051 |
| (Women Vacancies) | 363 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for these coveted positions, applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or a related field from a recognized university. Additional requirements and specific eligibility criteria for each post can be found in the official notification available on the BPSC website: https://www.bpsc.bih.nic.in/.
Selection Process
The selection process will be a four-stage affair, testing your comprehensive knowledge and skills:
- Preliminary Examination: An objective-type test of General Hindi, General Knowledge, and General Agriculture.
- Main Examination: Four subjective papers covering General Hindi, General Knowledge, Agriculture (Paper I & II).
- Interview: A personality assessment round to gauge your communication skills, confidence, and suitability for the role.
- Document Verification: Final verification of your educational qualifications and other documents.
Examination Pattern
The examination pattern for the BPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2024 is structured as follows:
- General Hindi: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration
- General Knowledge: 100 questions, 100 marks, 2 hours duration
- Subject Related Paper 1: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours duration
- Subject Related Paper 2: 100 questions, 200 marks, 2 hours duration
Total: 400 questions, 600 marks, 8 hours duration
The written exam will be objective-type, consisting of 400 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs). Candidates are advised to prepare for each section according to the specified marks distribution and duration
How to Apply
- Visit the official BPSC website: [link to BPSC website]
- Go to the “Online Application” section
- Click on “BPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2024”
- Register and create your profile
- Fill in the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee
- Submit the application before the closing date
Important Date
- Online Application Starts: 15th January 2024
- Online Application Closes: 28th January 2024
- Exam Dates (Tentative): Preliminary Exam in April 2024, Main Exam in November 2024
Age Limit
21-42 years as of August 1, 2023 (relaxation applicable as per government rules)
Application Fee
- General category: Rs. 750/-
- SC/ST: Rs. 200/-
- Women (all categories): Rs. 200/-
- PwD (40% or more): Rs. 200/-
Important Link
Official website of Bihar Public Service Commission (Bihar PSC) — https://bpsc.bih.nic.in
Official Notification of BPSC Agriculture Officer Recruitment 2024