Rubber Board Recruitment 2024: The Rubber Board, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has announced the recruitment of Young Professionals for Extension Services on a temporary basis. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online from October 1 to November 13, 2024.
Rubber Board Recruitment 2024
| Organization | Rubber Board, Ministry of Commerce & Industry |
| Post Name | Young Professional – Extension Services |
| Number of Vacancies | 50 (40 for NE Region, 10 for NT Region) |
| Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry; OR Master’s in Botany/Plant Science. Age: 21-30 years (Relaxation for OBC/SC/ST). Must know the regional language. |
| Selection Process | Written Exam & Interview |
| Pay Scale | ₹40,000/month (₹30,000 remuneration + ₹10,000 DA/TA) |
| Apply Date | October 01, 2024 – November 13, 2024 |
| Official Website | rubberboard.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment offers 50 vacancies for Young Professionals, with positions distributed across two main regions, as detailed in the table below:
| Region | Zones/States | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| North Eastern Region | Agartala Zone | 10 |
| Guwahati Zone | 30 (Assam) | |
| Meghalaya | 2 | |
| Mizoram | 3 | |
| Manipur | 3 | |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 3 | |
| Nagaland | 3 | |
| Non-Traditional Region | West Bengal | 1 |
| Odisha | 2 | |
| Karnataka | 6 | |
| Andhra Pradesh | 1 |
Out of the total 50 positions, 40 are designated for the North Eastern (NE) Region and the remaining 10 for the Non-Traditional (NT) Region.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Young Professional position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor’s in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry; or Master’s in Botany or Plant Science |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years as of October 1, 2024 (age relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST) |
| Language Requirement | Proficiency in regional language (studied at Matriculation or Intermediate level) |
Application Fee
There is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates across all categories, including UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PH, and Ex-SM, are exempted from any fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee Required |
Selection Process
The selection process comprises two stages:
- Written Exam: Candidates who apply successfully will be called for a written examination, likely to take place in late 2024.
- Interview: Candidates who pass the written exam by meeting the cutoff will proceed to an interview. The interview is expected to occur within a month after the written exam results are announced.
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Written Exam | Expected in late 2024 |
| Interview | Held approximately one month after written exam results |
Stipend
Selected Young Professionals will receive a monthly stipend of ₹40,000, consisting of:
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Remuneration | ₹30,000 |
| Dearness and Travel Allowance | ₹10,000 |
| Total Monthly Stipend | ₹40,000 |
Important Dates
Candidates must keep track of the following important dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | October 1, 2024 |
| Application End Date | November 13, 2024 |
| Expected Written Exam Date | Late 2024 |
Candidates are encouraged to check the official Rubber Board website regularly for updates on the examination date and other recruitment notifications.
| Important Links | Notification PDF |
| Application Form |