NTA NHB Recruitment 2023: NTA National Horticulture Board, an Autonomous organization under the administrative control of Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare are inviting online application from the eligible candidates for the post of Deputy Director (Group A) and Senior Horticulture Officer (Group B). So qualified and interested candidates can apply online from December 16, 2023 to January 5, 2024.
As specified in the official notification there are total 44 post available and the upper age limit must not exceed 40 years till the closing date of online application. All others details related to this recruitment process such as Vacancy details, Eligibility Application Fees, Selection Process, How to Apply are given below.
NTA NHB Recruitment 2023 Overview
| Recruitment Organisation | National Horticulture Board |
| Advertisement number | 01113/12/006/23-24 |
| Post Name | Deputy Director and Senior Horticulture Officer |
| Total Vacancy | 41 |
| Starting date of online application | 16-12-2024 |
| Closing date of online application | 5-1-2024 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Location | India |
| Official website | https://exams.nta.ac.in |
NTA NHB Recruitment Vacancy Details 2023
| Post Name | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC | Total |
| Deputy Director | 09 | 01 | 04 | 01 | 04 | 19 |
| Senior Horticulture Officer | 06 | 02 | 05 | 02 | 10 | 25 |
NTA NHB Recruitment Qualifications and Experience 2023
Before fill the online application candidates must have fulfilled the below listed academic qualification.
| Post Name | Qualifications | Experience |
| Deputy Director | Candidates must be passed Graduate in Horticulture/ Agriculture/ Post-harvest Technology/ Agriculture Economics/ Agriculture Engineering/Post-harvest Management/ Food Technology/ Food Science from a recognized University. | Candidates must have 5 years experience in related field from a reputed organisation. |
| Senior Horticulture Officer | Candidates must be possessed Graduate in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Food Technology/ Post-harvest Technology/ Agriculture Economics/ Agriculture Engineering /Food Sciences from a recognized University. Master Degree in the Same field will be preferred. | – |
NTA NHB Recruitment Age limit as 5-1-2024
As mentioned in the official advertisement the upper age limit is 30 Years for Senior Horticulture Officer and 40 Years for Deputy Director as on closing date of online application. Category wise age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC – NCL | 3 Years |
NTA NHB Recruitment Application Fees 2023
| Post Name | UR/ OBC/EWS | SC/ST | PWD |
| Deputy Director | Rs 1000/- | Rs 500/- | NIL |
| Senior Horticulture Officer | Rs 1000/- | Rs 500/- | NIL |
| Payment method | Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card |
NTA NHB Recruitment Pay Scale 2023
| Post Name | Monthly Remuneration |
| Deputy Director | Rs.56100-177500 – Level-10 in the Pay Matrix |
| Senior Horticulture Officer | Rs.35400-112400 – Level-6 in the Pay Matrix |
NTA NHB Recruitment Selection Process 2023
Selection process for Deputy Director and Senior Horticulture Officer will be conducted on –
Stage- I: Computer Based Examination.
Stage- II: Descriptive Type.
Stage- III: Interview ( For Deputy Director only)
Deputy Director Stage I
| Test Component | No of Question | Total marks | Duration |
| Horticulture | 50 | 50 | |
| National and International Agriculture Trades and its policies, agriculture marketing | 25 | 25 | 2 Hours |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 | |
| English Comprehension | 25 | 25 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Mental Ability | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
| Test Component | Marks | Duration |
| Descriptive Type | 100 | 2 Hours |
| Interview | 25 | – |
| Total | 125 | – |
Senior Horticulture Officer – Stage I
| Test Component | No of Question | Total marks | Duration |
| Horticulture | 60 | 60 | |
| General Studies | 30 | 30 | 2 Hours |
| English Comprehension | 30 | 30 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Mental Ability | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 2 Hours |
Stage II
| Test Component | Marks | Duration |
| Descriptive Type | 100 | 2 hrs |
| Total | 100 |
Each question will carry 1 marks.
There are no negative marking.
Candidates will be shortlisted on total marks obtained from Stage II & III.
Important instructions before NTA NHB Recruitment 2023
Candidates are requested read the official notification carefully.
Keep ready a computer or laptop with proper internet connection.
Keep ready scanned documents of Government ID proof, Date of Birth, Educational qualification certificate, category certificate(if applicable).
Scanned clear passport photograph and signature in JPG format.
A valid mail ID and mobile number.
How to apply NTA NHB Recruitment 2023
Visit the official website of NHB.
Registered yourself with your Mail ID and mobile number.
A Registration number will be generated, remember it.
Login with your login credentials. Fill the application form carefully.
Upload the required documents and pay application fees.
Review your application. Finally submit your application form.
Keep a printout of your application form for future reference.
Important Link
| NTA NHB Official Website | Click here |
| NTA NHB Official Notification 2023 | Deputy Director / Senior Horticulture Officer |
| Apply Online for NTA NHB Recruitment 2023 | Click here |
NTA NHB Recruitment 2023 FAQ
What is the last date to apply for NTA NHB Recruitment 2023?
The last date to apply for NTA NHB Recruitment 2023 is 5-1-2024
What is the qualification for NTA NHB Recruitment 2023?
Graduation in Horticulture/ Agriculture/ Post-harvest Technology/
Agriculture Economics/ Agriculture Engineering/Post-harvest Management/
Food
Technology/
Food Science from a recognized University.
What is the application fees for NTA NHB Recruitment 2023?
Candidates need to pay non refundable Rs 1000 where for SC/ST it is Rs 500/- and for PWD it’s NIL.
What is the advertisement number of NTA NHB Recruitment 2023?
01113/12/006/23-24
