Overview
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Office of the Chief Agriculture Officer, District Budgam has released a recruitment notification for the post of Krishi Udyami (KU) (Agricultural Entrepreneur) (04 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply before 30-10-2026 (upto 4:30 PM).
Key Details
- Organization
- Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Office of the Chief Agriculture Officer, District Budgam
- Qualification
- Diploma in Agriculture & Allied Fields or Graduation in Science / Agriculture & Allied Fields
- Vacancies
- 04
- Advertisement No
- 09 CAOB of 2026-27
- Posted
- 23 October 2026
- Last date to apply
- 30-10-2026 (upto 4:30 PM)
Important Dates
| Last Date | 30-10-2026 (upto 4:30 PM) |
| Notification Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Complete Applications | 30 October 2026 (upto 4:30 PM) |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur) | 04 |
Important Links
Eligibility
Post: Vacancies | Pay Krishi Udyami (Agricultural Entrepreneur): 04 | Self-earning / entrepreneurship model Educational Qualifications: • Diploma in Agriculture & Allied Fields or Graduation in Science (BSc), or Graduation in Agriculture and Allied Fields (BSc / BVSc). • Diploma courses include: Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, Veterinary Sciences, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture, Agri. Engineering, BHT, or BAT from a government-recognised institution. • Agriculture Allied courses include: BSc in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Fisheries, Sericulture; B.Tech in Agriculture Engineering; or BVSc & AH from a government-recognised institution. • Additional preference is given to candidates with post-graduation (science / agriculture & allied) and computer diplomas/certifications of 3 or more months duration from a government-recognised institution. Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years of age as of the last date of submission (30 October 2026). Remuneration & Earnings Model: The position is on a self-earning and entrepreneurship basis operating under a franchise-franchisee framework. Krishi Udyamis earn their livelihood through nominal service charges fixed by Mission Director HADP, commissions on the sale of farm inputs (seeds, fertilizers, pesticides), commissions from facilitating business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) produce marketing, and contingency fees for attending departmental training sessions. Candidates should verify the…
Selection Process
Selection for engagement as Krishi Udyami is conducted entirely through a 100-point merit-based system, followed by document verification of shortlisted candidates. Description: Maximum Points Domicile of Local Panchayat: 25 Points Female candidates: 05 Points Educational Qualification (Diploma in Agri./BHT/BAT etc.: 15 Points; General Science Graduation: 25 Points; Graduation in Agri. & Allied Courses: 45 Points): 45 Points Post-Graduation (Science / Agri. & Allied): 10 Points Diploma / Certification in Computers (minimum 3 months duration): 15 Points Total Marks: 100 Points Shortlisted applicants must present all original mark sheets, certificates, and affidavits for verification. The final list of selected candidates will be published on the official websites of the District and the Agriculture Production Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DAO Budgam Krishi Udyami Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline?
Last Date: 30-10-2026 (upto 4:30 PM); Notification Date: 23 October 2026; Last Date for Receipt of Complete Applications: 30 October 2026 (upto 4:30 PM)
What is the selection process?
Selection for engagement as Krishi Udyami is conducted entirely through a 100-point merit-based system, followed by document verification of shortlisted candidates. Description: Maximum Points Domicile of Local Panchayat: 25 Points Female candidates: 05 Points Educational Qualification (Diploma in Agri./BHT/BAT etc.: 15 Points; General Science Graduation: 25 Points; Graduation in Agri. & Allied Courses: 45 Points): 45 Points Post-Graduation (Science / Agri. & Allied): 10 Points Diploma / Certification in Computers (minimum 3 months duration): 15 Points Total Marks: 100 Points Shortlisted applicants must present all original mark sheets, certificates, and affidavits for verification. The final list of selected candidates will be published on the official websites of the District and the Agriculture Production Department.