Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released an official notification on 17 October 2025 for the recruitment of 101 posts of Horticulture Development Officer (Group-A) in the Department of Horticulture, Government of Punjab. PPSC has released total 101 vacancies for the post, interested candidates should check the eligibility Apply for PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025 before 14 November 2025
PPSC HDO Notification 2025 Released
Candidates can download PPSC HDO Notification 2025 (Advt. No. 20256) from the official website, this notification contains complete details of selection process, exam pattern, steps to apply for PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025. All the important information has been clearly summarized in the article below for the convenience of the candidates.
PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025 Summary
To apply for PPSC Horticulture Development Officer Recruitment 2025, candidates must have B.Sc. Should be. And M.Sc. Degree in Horticulture from a recognized university. Age limit for candidates is 18 to 37 years, relaxation is applicable for reserved categories. The selection process involves written examination followed by interview.
| PPSC Horticulture Development Officer Recruitment 2025 Summary | |
| steering body | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) |
| post name | Horticulture Development Officer |
| advertisement number | Advertisement number 20256 |
| vacancy | 101 |
| Registration Dates | 17 October to 14 November 2025 |
| Educational qualification | B.Sc and M.Sc Horticulture |
| age criteria | 18 to 37 years |
| selection process | Written Test and Interview |
| official website | |
Punjab HDO Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
Here are the important dates for PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025. The official notification has been released on 17th October 2025, which is also the starting date for online application submission. Candidates must complete their application form before the last date, 14th November 2025.
| events | Dates |
| notification | 17 October 2025 |
| start online application | 17 October 2025 |
| online application ended | 14 November 2025 |
PPSC Horticulture Development Officer Vacancy 2025
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released 101 vacancies for various posts under different categories. Of these, 34 vacancies are reserved for women. Check vacancy details in the table below
| category code | Social class | vacancy | posts reserved for women |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | General | 38 | 11 |
| 92 | General (Economically Weaker Section), Punjab | 10 | 03 |
| 72/73 | Ex-Servicemen/LDESM, Punjab | 07 | 04 |
| 74 | Freedom Fighter’s Ward, Punjab | 01 | 00 |
| 75 | Sports Person, Punjab | 02 | 01 |
| 76-c | Disabled persons (locomotor disability, etc.) | 05 | 02 |
| 77 | Scheduled Caste (Other), Punjab | 07 | 04 |
| 78/79 | SC (Others) Ex-Servicemen/LDESM, Punjab | 03 | 00 |
| 80 | Scheduled Caste (Other) Players, Punjab | 01 | 00 |
| 81 | Balmiki/Mazbhi Sikhs, Punjab | 07 | 05 |
| 82/83 | Balmiki/Mazbhi Sikhs Ex-Serviceman/LDESM, Punjab | 04 | 00 |
| 84 | Balmiki/Mazbhi Sikh Sports Persons, Punjab | 01 | 00 |
| 85 | Backward Class, Punjab | 11 | 04 |
| 86/87 | Backward Class Ex-Servicemen/LDESM, Punjab | 04 | 00 |
| Total | 101 | 34 | |
PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025 Eligibility
Candidates can check the educational and age requirements to apply for Punjab HDO Recruitment 2025. Applicants must strictly meet these requirements. Failure to satisfy any of the eligibility criteria may result in rejection at any stage of the selection process.
Educational qualification:
- Candidates should have B.Sc. Should be. Agriculture Degree (minimum 50% marks) with Horticulture as an optional subject or ELP in Horticulture, OR
- Candidates should have B.Sc. Should be. Degree in Horticulture from a recognized university or institute.
- Candidates must have M.Sc. There should also be. Degree in Horticulture from a recognized university or institute.
Punjabi Language Requirement:
- Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory/elective subject OR
- Equivalent examination in Punjabi language specified by the Government of Punjab.
- Candidates must possess the required qualifications by 14/11/2025 (last date of application).
Discounts apply for:
Wards of Defense Personnel (must pass Punjabi language test within 2 years).
War heroes, their widows or dependents (exempt from Punjabi language requirement).
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2025)
Candidate age should be between 18 to 37 years and relaxation is as per Punjab Government norms.
