GPSC Agriculture Engineer Recruitment 2024-25: Complete Guide to Apply
The Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) has announced the Agriculture Engineer Recruitment 2024-25 (Advt. No: 144/2024-25) under the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare, and Co-Operation Department. This blog provides a detailed breakdown of eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, and the application process to help aspiring candidates prepare effectively.
📢 Important Recruitment Details
🏢 Vacancy Details
This recruitment drive is a Special Recruitment Drive for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and has only one vacancy.
| Category | Vacancies | Women Reserved | PwD Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| EWS | 0 | — | — |
| SEBC | 0 | — | — |
| SC | 0 | — | — |
| ST | 0 | — | — |
💼 Pay Scale
- Pay Matrix Level-09: ₹53,100/- to ₹1,67,800/-
🎯 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
To apply for the GPSC Agriculture Engineer position, candidates must fulfill one of the following qualifications:
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Engineering or Technology (Agriculture Engineering) from a recognized Agricultural University (Central or State).
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Technology from a recognized university.
✔ Diploma in Agriculture Engineering or Mechanical/Automobile Engineering + 2 years of experience as a Mechanic (Class III) in the Agriculture Department OR equivalent experience in Agriculture Research/Extension/Machinery Maintenance.
2. Additional Requirements
🔹 Basic knowledge of Computer Applications (as per Gujarat Civil Services rules).
🔹 Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi.
3. Age Limit
- General Candidates: Not more than 35 years.
Age Relaxation:
- Women (General): 5 years (max up to 45 years).
- Reserved Categories: 5 years.
- Women (Reserved): 10 years.
- PwD: 10 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 years.
Exam Pattern
The selection process consists of two stages:
Preliminary Test
| Sections | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 100 marks | 60 minutes |
| Agriculture Engineering (Subject-Specific) | 200 marks | 120 minutes |
| Total | 300 marks | 180 minutes |
Interview
- Weightage: 100 marks.
- Final Merit List Formula: (PreliminaryTestMarks×50/300)+(InterviewMarks×50/100)(PreliminaryTestMarks \times 50/300) + (InterviewMarks \times 50/100)
Syllabus Breakdown
Part 1: General Studies
History and Culture
✔ Indus Valley Civilization
✔ Vedic Age
✔ Jainism and Buddhism
✔ Historical Developments in Gujarat
Indian Polity
✔ Constitution
✔ Fundamental Rights
✔ Judicial System
Economy
✔ Indian Economic Reforms
✔ Agriculture and Rural Development
Science and Technology
✔ Basic Science Concepts
✔ ICT (Information and Communication Technology)
Geography
✔ Physical Geography of India and Gujarat
Environment
✔ Climate Change
✔ Biodiversity
Part 2: Agriculture Engineering
Farm Machinery
✔ Design and selection of machine elements
✔ Forces acting on tillage tools
✔ Equipment for sowing, planting, harvesting, and threshing
Farm Power
✔ Sources of power: human, animal, mechanical, wind, solar
✔ IC engines, cycles, fuels, and maintenance
Soil and Water Conservation Engineering
✔ Fluid mechanics and soil mechanics
✔ Hydrology and surveying
✔ Erosion control measures
Tractors and Power Tillers
✔ Types, selection, and maintenance
✔ Transmission systems, power take-off, traction theory
How to Apply for GPSC Agriculture Engineer Recruitment 2024-25
Follow these steps to apply:
1️⃣ Visit the official GPSC OJAS website: GPSC OJAS
2️⃣ Click on “Apply Online” under the latest advertisement (Advt. No: 144/2024-25).
3️⃣ Fill out the application form with accurate details.
4️⃣ Upload required documents such as educational certificates, ID proof, and photographs.
5️⃣ Pay the application fee (if applicable).
6️⃣ Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Candidates | ₹100 + postal charges |
| Reserved Categories, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
