01 At a glance
| Recruiting body | Union Public Service Commission |
| Job reference | 01KZN9AAMD4FCBE1ZQA4M06GY4 |
| Vacancies | 4 posts |
| Qualification | |
| Location | Union Territory of Ladakh. |
| Employment | Not specified |
| Applications close | 4 Sep 2026 |
About this post
Horticulture Development Officer in Horticulture Department, Administration of Union Territory of Ladakh.
- Qualification
- Pay
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Level- 08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
- Domicile
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Recruitment is exclusively for Domiciles of the Union territory of Ladakh. A valid Domicile Certificate must be issued by the Tehsildar in the Administration of UT of Ladakh; eligible categories are Category A, holding or eligible for a Ladakh Resident Certificate, and Category B, children of such holders or eligible persons.
- Single reservation claim
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Candidates eligible for multiple reserved categories must claim reservation under one category only at application; the option is final.
- Probation
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Two (02) Years for DR.
- Application mode
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online
Important dates
- Online applications open8 Aug 2026
- Closing date for posts under the Administration of UT of Ladakh4 Sep 2026
- Date for determining eligibility in every respect — the prescribed closing date for submission of Online Recruitment ApplicationExact date not specified
- Interview date — shall be intimated separatelyExact date not specified
02 Vacancies
Total vacancies: 4 posts
| Category or allocation | Vacancies | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ST · Union Territory of Ladakh | 4 | The post is not reserved but only suitable for PwBD candidates. |
03 Eligibility requirements
Education
| Qualification |
Age and relaxation
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Experience and other rules
| Status | Not specified in the current record |
Pay and fees
| Pay | Level- 08 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC. |
| Application fee | See the official notification |
Selection process
- ShortlistingCandidates may be shortlisted for interview.
- Recruitment TestIf a Recruitment Test or Combined Recruitment Test forms part of selection for posts under the Administration of UT of Ladakh, the centres will be Leh, Kargil, Srinagar and Delhi; centres are subject to change.
- InterviewThe interview date will be intimated separately.
04 How to apply
Complete every required step in sequence. A portal registration alone may not complete the application.
Follow these steps in order
- 01Apply online
Apply online using the printed website.
- 02Reservation certificates
All reservation claims must be supported by valid certificates issued by competent authorities in the prescribed formats appended with the Advertisement.
Official application routes
Use the route specified for your apprentice or qualification group.
| Who should use it | Official URL printed in notification | Establishment ID |
|---|---|---|
| All applicants | https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ | — |
Before final submissionRecheck your category, qualification, marks, contact details and uploaded documents. Use only the verified official routes shown on this page.
Important official conditions
Condition
| Domicile | Recruitment is exclusively for Domiciles of the Union territory of Ladakh. A valid Domicile Certificate must be issued by the Tehsildar in the Administration of UT of Ladakh; eligible categories are Category A, holding or eligible for a Ladakh Resident Certificate, and Category B, children of such holders or eligible persons. |
| Single reservation claim | Candidates eligible for multiple reserved categories must claim reservation under one category only at application; the option is final. |
| Probation | Two (02) Years for DR. |
Eligibility
| Age requirement | Printed ST limit and PwBD relaxation. |
| Age — ST | maximum 40 years |
| Age — PwBD | relaxation 10 years |
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