What is the age limit to apply?

Candidates must not be more than 30 years old as on 01 June 2026.

What educational qualification is required?

A Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry, or a Master's degree in Botany/Plant Science is required.

Is this a permanent government job?

No, this engagement is purely temporary and on a contract basis.

Is there an interview for selection?

Yes, shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at their respective Regional Offices.

Can I submit my application online?

No, applications must be submitted offline to the Officer In Charge of the concerned Regional Office.

Where will I be posted if selected?

You will be selected for a specific Regional Office in the Northeast, but you are liable for deployment anywhere within the NE region based on exigency.

Do I get extra money for traveling on field duty?

No, candidates must undertake tours for training and plantation visits, but no extra TA/DA is provided beyond the consolidated ₹10,000 allowance.

Rubber Board NER Recruitment 2026 | Apply for 25 YP Posts

Q: What is the last date to apply for Rubber Board Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit your offline application is 19 June 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

Q: How many vacancies are available for the Young Professional post?

There are a total of 25 vacancies available across different Regional Offices.

Q: What is the total monthly salary?

Selected candidates will receive a total remuneration of ₹40,000 per month (₹30,000 salary + ₹10,000 TA/DA).

The Rubber Production Department of the Rubber Board, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has officially released a fresh recruitment notification inviting offline applications for 25 Young Professional (Extension Services) vacancies. This temporary contract engagement is set across various Zonal and Regional Offices located in Northeast India. Graduate professionals matching the eligibility requirements can submit their filled hard-copy packages before the closing timeline.

Rubber Board Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization Name	The Rubber Board, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Department Division	Rubber Production Department
Post Designation	Young Professional – Extension Services (Purely Temporary)
Notification No.	RBD-RPDODEV/150/2024-JTRPCDEV/RBD
Total Vacancies	25 Posts
Application Mode	Offline Mode Only
Job Locations	Various Regional Offices across Northeast India

Important Recruitment Timelines
Official Notification Date	05.06.2026
Last Date for Offline Receipt	19.06.2026 (Until 05:00 PM)

Regional Office Vacancy Distribution Map

Zonal Office Hub	Concerned Regional Office Location	Available Vacancies
Guwahati	Guwahati Office	3
	Nagaon Office	4
	Kajalgaon Office	3
	Dimapur Office	2
	Tura Office	4
	Jorhat Office	3
	Silchar Office	4
Agartala	Dharmanagar Office	1
Agartala	Ambassa Office	1
TOTAL TECHNICAL VACANCIES		25 Seats

Core Eligibility Criteria Details
Educational Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry streams OR hold a Master's degree in Botany or Plant Science disciplines from a recognized board or university. Upper Age Cap: Candidate age must be 30 Years or below calculated as on the reference parameters of 1st June 2026. Experience Advantage: Preference weightage indices will be extended to applicants holding experience in agricultural extension structures, specifically related to rubber cropping setups. Desirable Feature: Proficiency and fluency in the local language parameters of the targeted Regional Office territory is highly desired.

Core Eligibility Criteria Details

Educational Qualification: Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry streams OR hold a Master's degree in Botany or Plant Science disciplines from a recognized board or university.
Upper Age Cap: Candidate age must be 30 Years or below calculated as on the reference parameters of 1st June 2026.
Experience Advantage: Preference weightage indices will be extended to applicants holding experience in agricultural extension structures, specifically related to rubber cropping setups.
Desirable Feature: Proficiency and fluency in the local language parameters of the targeted Regional Office territory is highly desired.

Monthly Consolidated Remuneration Structure
Base Consolidated Salary component: ₹30,000/- Per Month Consolidated Travelling Allowance/DA allocation: ₹10,000/- Per Month Total Combined Monthly Pay Packet: ₹40,000/- Per Month Note: No extra TA/DA components will be provided for regular field duty plantation tours other than the embedded ₹10,000/- consolidated package.

Selection Process & Terms of Engagement
Selection Route: Candidate profiles will be initially screened based on qualifications/experience markers. Shortlisted entries will be called for a personal face-to-face interview process at the respective Regional Offices. Tenure Limit: The initial engagement setup is for 3 months (Valid up to 30th September 2026). Extensions up to 31st March 2027 may be issued subject to approval constraints of the EFC Scheme for the 16th Finance Commission Cycle. Contract Status: The post is entirely temporary and on a contract basis. Selected candidates cannot claim permanent or regular absorption within future vacancies of the Rubber Board. Mobility Clause: Though selection follows a Regional Office-wise path, candidates are liable for deployment to any other Regional Office location in the Northeast territory based on field requirements. Leave Policy: Eligible for specified national holidays plus 1 day of specific leave credit per month granted in advance. Unauthorized absence patterns will lead to proportionate pay deductions.

Selection Process & Terms of Engagement

Selection Route: Candidate profiles will be initially screened based on qualifications/experience markers. Shortlisted entries will be called for a personal face-to-face interview process at the respective Regional Offices.
Tenure Limit: The initial engagement setup is for 3 months (Valid up to 30th September 2026). Extensions up to 31st March 2027 may be issued subject to approval constraints of the EFC Scheme for the 16th Finance Commission Cycle.
Contract Status: The post is entirely temporary and on a contract basis. Selected candidates cannot claim permanent or regular absorption within future vacancies of the Rubber Board.
Mobility Clause: Though selection follows a Regional Office-wise path, candidates are liable for deployment to any other Regional Office location in the Northeast territory based on field requirements.
Leave Policy: Eligible for specified national holidays plus 1 day of specific leave credit per month granted in advance. Unauthorized absence patterns will lead to proportionate pay deductions.

How to Apply Offline (Step-by-Step Instructions)
Download the official prescribed application blank template format from the Rubber Board portal or collect a copy physically from the targeted Regional Offices. Fill out the data blocks legibly and trace your target submission destination among the listed regional desks. Attach self-attested document transcripts and testimonials covering age validation, graduation stream marks, and experience claims. Address and dispatch/submit the complete physical envelope bundle directly to the Officer In Charge of the respective Rubber Board Regional Office. Ensure the application file reaches the designated office counter before the final deadline of 19th June 2026 (Until 5:00 PM).

How to Apply Offline (Step-by-Step Instructions)

Download the official prescribed application blank template format from the Rubber Board portal or collect a copy physically from the targeted Regional Offices.
Fill out the data blocks legibly and trace your target submission destination among the listed regional desks.
Attach self-attested document transcripts and testimonials covering age validation, graduation stream marks, and experience claims.
Address and dispatch/submit the complete physical envelope bundle directly to the Officer In Charge of the respective Rubber Board Regional Office.
Ensure the application file reaches the designated office counter before the final deadline of 19th June 2026 (Until 5:00 PM).

Important Useful Links
Official Notification (PDF)	Click Here
Official Application Form	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Rubber Board Recruitment - FAQs

What is the last date to apply for Rubber Board Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit your physical offline application package to the respective regional counter is 19th June 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

How many vacancies are available for the Young Professional post?

There are a total of 21 vacancies distributed across the Guwahati Zonal hub and 4 vacancies allocated under the Agartala Zonal hub, summing up to 25 temporary seats across Northeast India.

What is the total monthly salary structure for selected candidates?

Selected Young Professionals will receive a total consolidated remuneration of ₹40,000 per month (comprising a ₹30,000 basic component + ₹10,000 consolidated TA/DA allowance).

What is the upper age limit to apply for this contract?

Candidates must be 30 years of age or below calculated with reference to the timeline of 1st June 2026.

What specific educational qualifications are required?

Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry streams, or hold a Master's degree in Botany or Plant Science fields from a recognized university.

Is this a permanent central government job vacancy?

No, this engagement track is purely temporary and on a contract assignment basis for an initial term of 3 months.

Is there a written test or personal interview for selection?

There is no automated written exam. Selection will follow an initial credential screening phase followed by a personal interview at the respective Regional Office.

Can I submit my application form via online tracking portals or email?

No, the application must be processed offline. Completed forms along with self-attested testimonials must reach the Officer In Charge of the targeted Regional Office physically or via courier/posts.

Where will I be deployed post final selection?

Initial deployment will map to the specific Regional Office applied for, but candidates carry a service liability for redeployment anywhere in the Northeast region.

Will I get extra traveling allowances for field plantation tours?

No, regular field training and plantation tour expenses must be managed within the consolidated ₹10,000/- monthly travelling allowance component. No separate bills can be raised.