The minimum educational qualification required for this position is Master's Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.
The age limit is as per the official notification calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories as per central government rules: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.
Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). This is an All-India recruitment, so eligible candidates from any state of India may apply.
Application fee
All Categories₹0 (No Fee)
At a glance
OrganizationNational Makhana Board (NMB)
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examNMB Technical Expert Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Offline
Total posts1
QualificationMaster's Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture+
LocationAll India
Pay scale₹80,000 per month (consolidated)
Apply modeOnline
Last Date to Apply30 Jun 2026
Key highlights
National Makhana Board (NMB) has released the latest jobs update for NMB Technical Expert Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Offline.
1 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply: 30 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
National Makhana Board (NMB) is now accepting applications for the NMB Technical Expert Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post, Apply Offline recruitment. A total of 1 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the Master's Degree in Agriculture / Horticulture eligibility can apply through the official portal before 30 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹80,000 per month (consolidated) pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
National Makhana Board (NMB) postings provide a regulated state-government role with the pay structure laid down by the state pay revision committee, pension under the New Pension System or older OPS as applicable, and the stability of a permanent or long-tenure state-cadre position close to one's home district.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹80,000 per month (consolidated). Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.
Vacancy details
1
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹80,000 per month (consolidated) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Technical Expert1
Documents required
Completed application form (downloaded from official website)
Self-attested copy of Master's Degree certificate in Agriculture / Horticulture
Mark sheets showing First Division or minimum 60% marks / equivalent GPA
Experience certificates covering at least 5 years in relevant domain
Recent passport-size photograph
Specimen signature
Valid government-issued photo ID proof
Caste/category certificate (if applicable for age relaxation)
Retirement/service documents (for retired Central Government employees claiming age relaxation)
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Last Date to Apply for this application is 30 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Visit the official website agriwelfare.gov.in and download the notification PDF along with the prescribed application form.
2Read the full notification carefully to verify your eligibility before proceeding.
3Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
4Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents including degree certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, photo ID, and photograph.
5Cross-check all entries for accuracy and completeness before sealing the envelope.
6Write 'Application for Technical Expert Post' prominently on the envelope.
7Dispatch the complete application via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address given in the official notification.
8Ensure the application reaches the designated office on or before 30 Jun 2026; late applications will not be accepted.
9Retain a photocopy of the full application packet for your future reference.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 3 stages: Scrutiny of Applications by Selection Committee, Merit-Based Shortlisting and Personal Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.
Scrutiny of Applications by Selection CommitteeMerit-Based ShortlistingPersonal Interview
Preparation tips
1Revise India's major agriculture and horticulture policy frameworks, including relevant central government schemes and missions.
2Familiarise yourself with the structure and purpose of SFC notes, EFC notes, Cabinet notes, and DPR preparation processes.
3Study the Makhana crop — its agronomic profile, processing value chain, key producing states, and current government support mechanisms.
4Prepare to discuss specific projects or schemes you have implemented, with measurable outcomes, during the interview.
5Review recent Union Budgets and agricultural policy announcements relevant to horticulture and commodity boards.
The deadline for receiving completed offline applications is 30 Jun 2026. Make sure your application is dispatched well in advance so it arrives at the designated address on or before this date.
You must hold a Master's Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture with First Division or at least 60% marks (or an equivalent GPA). A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is also mandatory.
The maximum age is 50 years. Retired Central Government employees are entitled to age relaxation in accordance with applicable Central Government norms.
The selected candidate will be paid a consolidated salary of ₹80,000 per month. The role is contractual in nature, so standard pay-matrix emoluments do not apply.
No application fee is required. Candidates from all categories can submit their applications free of charge.
The application mode is offline only. Download the application form from agriwelfare.gov.in, fill it accurately, attach the required documents, and send the packet via Speed Post or Registered Post to reach the office by 30 Jun 2026.
Selection involves a merit-based screening of applications by a Selection Committee, followed by a Personal Interview. Candidates with Makhana sector experience are given preference.
The official notification PDF is available on the NMB's parent portal at agriwelfare.gov.in. Navigate to the recruitment or notifications section to download it.
You've read the details above — now head to the official portal to complete your application. The button below takes you straight to the official application page.
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