The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially released the Haryana ADO Recruitment 2025 notification, opening the doors for 785 Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) positions in the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department. If you’ve been eyeing a career in agricultural development, this is a golden opportunity to join the state’s administrative cadre.
The online application process starts August 5, 2025, and runs until August 25, 2025. Below is your complete guide — from eligibility to selection process — so you can apply with confidence.
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Haryana ADO Recruitment 2025 — Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) |
| Post Name | Agriculture Development Officer (ADO) |
| Total Vacancies | 785 |
| Cadre | Administrative Cadre |
| Department | Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Department, Haryana |
| Advertisement No. | 17/2025 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Dates | August 5 – August 25, 2025 |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc (Hons.) in Agriculture + Hindi/Sanskrit studied up to Matric level or higher |
| Age Limit (as of 01/07/2025) | 18 – 42 years (Relaxations applicable) |
| Selection Process | Screening Test → Subject Knowledge Test → Interview |
| Official Website | www.hpsc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | July 30, 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | August 5, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | August 25, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Pay Fees | August 25, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
Haryana ADO Vacancy 2025 — Category-Wise Breakdown
HPSC is recruiting 785 ADOs under Group B posts. Here’s the category distribution:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 448 |
| SC – OSC | 83 (5 backlog + 78 fresh) |
| SC – DSC | 84 (5 backlog + 79 fresh) |
| BC-A (Non-Creamy Layer, Haryana) | 57 |
| BC-B (Non-Creamy Layer, Haryana) | 24 |
| EWS | 89 |
| Total | 785 |
| ESM (Unreserved) | 36 |
| PwBD – Low Vision | 7 |
| PwBD – Hearing Impairment | 7 |
| PwBD – Locomotor Disability/Cerebral Palsy | 7 |
| PwBD – ID/MD | 6 |
Eligibility Criteria for Haryana ADO Recruitment 2025
Before applying, candidates should ensure they meet the educational and age requirements.
Educational Qualification
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture from a recognized university.
Must have studied Hindi or Sanskrit up to at least Matriculation level or as part of higher studies (10+2, BA, or MA).
Age Limit (as of 01/07/2025)
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 42 years
Age Relaxation:
SC / BC of Haryana: +5 years
PwBD: +5 years (+10 years for SC/BC/EWS PwBD candidates, up to max 52 years)
Widows, divorced women, unmarried women: +5 years
Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 years
Additional relaxations for specific categories as per notification.
Application Fee Structure
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| PwBD (Haryana) | Nil |
| SC, BC-A, BC-B, EWS, Women (Haryana) | ₹250 |
| DESM (Haryana) — OSC, DSC, BC-A, BC-B | ₹250 |
| DESM (Haryana) — UR | ₹1000 |
| All Other Candidates | ₹1000 |
Payment must be made online, and fees are non-refundable.
Selection Process for Haryana ADO 2025
Candidates will go through three stages:
Screening Test – To shortlist candidates for the main exam.
Subject Knowledge Test – To assess technical expertise in agriculture.
Interview – Final stage to evaluate communication, personality, and suitability.
How to Apply for Haryana ADO Recruitment 2025
Visit the official HPSC website — www.hpsc.gov.in
Open the ADO Recruitment 2025 section.
Read the detailed notification carefully.
Register and fill in personal, educational, and category details.
Upload documents and pay the fee.
Submit and download the confirmation page for future reference.
