National Horticultural Research and Development Foundation (NHRDF), New Delhi, has invited applications from eligible candidates for recruitment of Technical and Non-Technical posts for its different offices across the country. The NHRDF Recruitment 2026 is advertised under Advertisement No. NHRDF/01/2026. Eligible candidates can apply offline up to 20th November 2026. On this page, job aspirants can find all important details of NHRDF Vacancy 2026, including the official notification and application form.
NHRDF Recruitment 2026
www.indgovtjobs.in
|
Organization Name |
National Horticultural Research and Development Foundation (NHRDF) |
|---|---|
| Post Name |
Technical & Non-Technical Posts |
| Advertisement No. |
NHRDF/01/2026 |
| Age Limit |
Up to 30 / 45 Years |
| Pay Scale |
Level 2 to Level 12 |
| Application Fee |
₹1000 per post |
| Application Mode |
Offline (Registered/Speed Post) |
| Job Location |
Various offices across India |
| Last Date |
20 November 2026 |
✅ NHRDF 2026 Post-wise Details:
|
Post Name |
Pay Level |
Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
|
Joint Director (Research) |
Level 12 |
45 Years |
|
Assistant Director (Horticulture) |
Level 9 |
35 Years |
|
Organic Chemist |
Level 9 |
35 Years |
|
Food Analyst |
Level 6 |
30 Years |
|
Technical Officer (Plant Physiology) |
Level 6 |
30 Years |
|
Technical Officer (Seed Technology) |
Level 6 |
30 Years |
|
Technical Assistant |
Level 2 |
30 Years |
|
Assistant Director (Admin. & Civil) |
Level 9 |
35 Years |
|
Accountant |
Level 6 |
30 Years |
|
Accounts Clerk |
Level 2 |
30 Years |
✅ NHRDF Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- Joint Director (Research): Doctorate in Plant Breeding/Vegetable Science/Horticulture etc. (relaxable to Master’s) + 09/12 years experience. Age up to 45 years. Level 12.
- Assistant Director (Horticulture): Doctorate in Horticulture/Vegetable Science (relaxable to Master’s) + 03/06 years experience. Age up to 35 years. Level 9.
- Organic Chemist: Doctorate in Organic Chemistry/Agriculture Bio-Chemistry etc. (relaxable to Master’s) + 03/06 years experience in Pesticide Residue Analysis. Age up to 35 years. Level 9.
- Food Analyst: Master’s in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Microbiology etc. + Food Analyst Examination (FAE) by FSSAI + 2 years experience. Age up to 30 years. Level 6.
- Technical Officer (Plant Physiology / Seed Technology): Master’s in relevant subject (relaxable to Bachelor’s) + 2/4 years experience. Age up to 30 years. Level 6.
- Technical Assistant: B.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture etc. + 1 year experience. Age up to 30 years. Level 2.
- Assistant Director (Admin. & Civil): B.Tech/BE in Civil Engineering + 5 years experience. Age up to 35 years. Level 9.
- Accountant: Master’s in Commerce / CA (relaxable to Bachelor’s) + 3/5 years experience + Tally knowledge. Age up to 30 years. Level 6.
- Accounts Clerk: B.Com./B.A. + English typing 30 w.p.m. + Tally/MS Office + 2 years experience. Age up to 30 years. Level 2.
- Candidates must be citizens of India. Detailed essential and desirable qualifications available in the official notification.
✅ NHRDF 2026 Application Fee:
- Non-refundable application fee of ₹1000/- for each post through Demand Draft from Nationalized Bank or Indian Postal Order in favour of “National Horticultural Research and Development Foundation”, payable at New Delhi.
- Separate application and fee required for each post. Fee once paid will not be refunded.
✅ Important Dates:
|
Event |
Date |
|
Date of Notification |
13 October 2026 |
|
Date of Notification in Employment News |
31 October 2026 |
|
Last date of receipt of Application |
20 November 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
✅ Important Links:
|
NHRDF Detailed Notification PDF |
|
|
NHRDF Application Forms |
|
|
Join IndGovtJobs.in Free Govt Jobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply for NHRDF Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates must submit their applications OFFLINE ONLY through Registered Post / Speed Post. No online application mode is available.
➢ Step 1: Download the Application Form from the official NHRDF website and fill it completely in all respects.
➢ Step 2: Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, age proof and other required documents along with Demand Draft / Indian Postal Order of ₹1000 for each post.
➢ Step 3: Superscribe the envelope as “Application for the post of ___________” and Advertisement No. “NHRDF/01/2026”.
➢ Step 4: Send the completed application by Registered Post / Speed Post so as to reach on or before 20 November 2026 up to 05:00 PM at the following address:
The Director
National Horticultural Research & Development Foundation,
Bagwani Bhawan, Plot No. 47, Pankha Road, Institutional Area, Janakpuri,
New Delhi -110058, India
➢ Step 5: In-service candidates should apply through proper channel. An advance copy may be sent before the closing date. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
✅ FAQs:
What posts are available in NHRDF Recruitment 2026?
NHRDF is recruiting for Technical posts (Joint Director Research, Assistant Director Horticulture, Organic Chemist, Food Analyst, Technical Officers, Technical Assistant) and Non-Technical posts (Assistant Director Admin & Civil, Accountant, Accounts Clerk).
What is the last date to apply for NHRDF Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of offline applications is 20 November 2026 up to 05:00 PM.
What is the application fee for NHRDF posts?
Non-refundable application fee of ₹1000/- for each post through Demand Draft or Indian Postal Order in favour of National Horticultural Research and Development Foundation, payable at New Delhi.
What is the age limit for NHRDF posts?
Age limit ranges from 30 years to 45 years depending on the post as on 20 November 2026. Relaxation applicable for NHRDF personnel as per rules.
What is the pay scale for NHRDF posts?
Pay levels range from Level 2 (₹19,900-63,200) to Level 12 (₹78,800-2,09,200) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Is there any online application facility?
No. Applications must be submitted offline only through Registered Post / Speed Post to the address mentioned in the notification.
What is the place of posting?
Selected candidates will be posted at different offices of NHRDF across the country.
How to apply for NHRDF Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must download the application form, fill it completely, attach required documents and fee, and send it by Registered/Speed Post to the Director, NHRDF, New Delhi before 20 November 2026.