The Directorate of Extension, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, has released an official memorandum seeking applications for the position of Consultant. This engagement will be on a short-term contract of six months, offering an opportunity for retired government officers and subject experts to contribute their knowledge and experience to agricultural development programmes.
The notification, issued on 28 July 2025, highlights that the role is meant to support ongoing extension activities of the Ministry, which connect farmers with the latest agricultural practices, technologies, and schemes.
Who Can Apply
The post is open to retired officers from a wide range of government and institutional backgrounds, including:
- Central and State Governments
- Union Territory Administrations
- Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
- Statutory Organisations and Autonomous Bodies
- Central and State Universities
- Recognised Research Institutes
Key Details of the Engagement
- Position: Consultant
- Tenure: 6 months (contract basis)
- Location: Directorate of Extension, Krishi Vistar Bhawan, New Delhi
- Application Mode: Offline submission with requisite documents
- Last Date to Apply: Within 15 days from publication of advertisement in Employment News or Rozgar Samachar
How to Apply
Interested candidates must forward their applications along with supporting documents to the Directorate of Extension, Krishi Vistar Bhawan, New Delhi – 110001. Detailed eligibility conditions and selection guidelines are available on the websites:
Why This Opportunity Matters
Agricultural extension is the bridge between policy and practice. By hiring experienced professionals, the Ministry aims to strengthen knowledge transfer to farmers and ensure that schemes and innovations reach the grassroots effectively. For retired officers, this is also a chance to put their decades of service to use in a practical way that benefits rural communities directly.
