Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has released the official notification for Horticulture Development Officer (HDO) recruitment under the Department of Horticulture, Government of Punjab. A total of 101 vacancies have been announced. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 October 2025 to 14 November 2025 through the official website www.ppsc.gov.in.
Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025 Exam Pattern & SyllabusADVT. No. 20256 | Short Details of NotificationWWW.GOVFORMHUB.COM |
Selection Process : PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025
- Preliminary Exam (Objective Type – Online/Offline)
- Main Exam / Written Test (Descriptive / Subject-specific)
- Interview / Personality Test
- Document Verification (DV)
- Final Merit List
📘 Exam Pattern
1️⃣ Preliminary Exam
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies | 50 | 50 | 1 Hour |
| General Aptitude & Reasoning | 50 | 50 | 1 Hour |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 2 Hours |
- Mode: Online (CBT) / Offline (if notified)
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
2️⃣ Main / Written Exam
| Section | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Horticulture / Subject Knowledge | 150–200 | 2–3 Hours |
| General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 50 | 1 Hour |
| Total | 200–250 | Varies |
- Mode: Written / Descriptive / Offline
- Post-specific syllabus: As per Horticulture Department
3️⃣ Interview / Personality Test
- Marks: 50 (typically)
- Assessment of knowledge, reasoning, communication, and personality
📖 Detailed Syllabus
✅ 1️⃣ Horticulture / Subject Knowledge
- Principles of Horticulture & Pomology
- Vegetable Science, Floriculture, Landscaping & Gardening
- Seed Technology, Plant Propagation, Soil Science & Fertilizers
- Pest Management & Crop Protection
- Irrigation, Post-harvest Technology & Marketing of Horticultural Produce
✅ 2️⃣ General Studies
- Current Affairs (National & International)
- Punjab History & Culture
- Indian Constitution, Economy & Governance
- Science & Technology
- Awards, Honors & Important Days
✅ 3️⃣ Reasoning & General Aptitude
- Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
- Data Interpretation, Coding-Decoding
- Decision Making & Situational Judgment
✅ 4️⃣ Language Skills
- English / Hindi Comprehension
- Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction, Para Jumbles
⚙️ Exam Instructions
- Carry Admit Card & valid Photo ID
- Preliminary exam qualifying for Main exam
- Follow sectional time limits and negative marking rules
- Post-wise eligibility & syllabus available in official notification
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join GovFormhub Channel | Telegram | WhatsApp |
⚡ 7-Day Preparation Plan
| Day | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Horticulture fundamentals – Pomology & Vegetable Science |
| Day 2 | Floriculture, Landscaping & Gardening |
| Day 3 | Soil Science, Fertilizers & Irrigation |
| Day 4 | Pest Management & Crop Protection |
| Day 5 | Current Affairs, Punjab History & General Knowledge |
| Day 6 | Mock Test (Prelims + Main pattern) |
| Day 7 | Revision of weak topics + last-minute notes |
💬 FAQs : PPSC HDO Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the selection process?
👉 Prelims → Main Exam → Interview → DV → Final Merit
Q2. How many marks is the exam?
👉 Prelims: 100 marks, Main: 200–250 marks (post-specific)
Q3. Is there negative marking?
👉 Yes, 0.25 marks per wrong answer in Prelims
Q4. Duration of exam?
👉 Prelims: 2 Hours, Main: 2–3 Hours
Q5. Is the syllabus same for all posts?
👉 General Studies and Aptitude sections are common; Subject Knowledge section is Horticulture-specific
Q6. What topics are included in Subject Knowledge?
👉 Horticulture fundamentals, Vegetable & Fruit Science, Floriculture, Landscaping, Soil & Fertilizers, Irrigation, Pest Management, Post-harvest Technology
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