As of February 13, 2026, the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) announced Senior Agriculture Officer (BS-18) and related posts under Advertisement No. 01/2026 for the Agriculture Department Punjab.

The application window for this batch closed on January 29, 2026. Below is a complete overview—eligibility, syllabus, planner timeline, and how to apply for upcoming agriculture jobs.

📌 Posts Announced (Ad No. 01/2026)

• Senior Agriculture Officer (BS-18)
• Extra ADA (Extension)
• ADA (Farm)

These are field-intensive, supervisory roles covering research, extension services, crop productivity, pest management, and farm operations.

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🎓 Eligibility Criteria (BS-18)

📚 Qualification

• M.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture (2nd Division)
• Recognized by HEC

🌱 Relevant Specializations

• Agronomy
• Plant Breeding & Genetics
• Soil Science
• Entomology
• Plant Pathology

🧑‍💼 Experience

• Typically 3–5 years post-qualification in:
  • Research
  • Extension services
  • Farm management

🏠 Domicile

• Valid Punjab domicile (any district)

🎂 Age Limit (With Relaxation)

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📝 Written Test Pattern (One Paper MCQ)

• 100 MCQs
• 90 Minutes
• 100 Marks

📖 Distribution (Typical PPSC Pattern)

• 80% Agriculture Subject Portion
• 20% General Knowledge

Agriculture Core Areas

• Crop Production Systems
• Soil Fertility & Nutrient Management
• Plant Protection & Pest Control
• Seed Technology
• Irrigation & Water Management
• Agricultural Economics (basic level)

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📅 Test Schedule (Planner 2026)

According to the PPSC Planner 2026:

• Written Test (Tentative): March 2026
• Interview Phase: After written result announcement

Keep monitoring the official website for finalized dates.

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💰 Application Fee

• Rs. 600
• Payable via:
  • ATM
  • Mobile Banking
  • JazzCash
  • EasyPaisa
• Payment through PSID system

🌾 Agriculture Department Jobs Online Apply 2026

Even though Ad 01/2026 is closed, new agriculture vacancies are expected.

How to Apply (Future Openings)

1. Visit official PPSC website
2. Create login account
3. Fill online form
4. Upload documents
5. Pay fee
6. Submit before deadline

No physical submission required.

🏢 Direct Agriculture Department Punjab Jobs

Some posts are advertised directly via:

🔗 agripunjab.gov.pk

These may include:

• Field Assistants
• Research Associates
• Contract-based project posts
• Internships

Always verify closing dates on the official site.

📌 Last Date (Current Batch)

• January 29, 2026 (Closed)

Future agriculture jobs are expected in mid-2026 under fresh advertisements.

🇵🇰 Government Agriculture Jobs in Pakistan (Broader Scope)

Besides Punjab PPSC, agriculture posts may appear under:

• Federal Public Service Commission (Federal Research/Policy Roles)
• Provincial Agriculture Departments
• PARC (Pakistan Agricultural Research Council)
• Seed Corporations
• Irrigation Departments

📊 Quick Overview Table

🔎 Preparation Strategy (BS-18 Level)

For high-scale agriculture roles:

• Focus on applied agronomy
• Review Punjab cropping patterns
• Study pest/disease case studies
• Practice previous PPSC agriculture MCQs
• Revise soil chemistry fundamentals
• Prepare extension service models