Agriculture Department Haveri Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for BTM & ATM Posts

The Agriculture Department, Haveri (Karnataka) has announced recruitment for Block Technology Manager (BTM) and Assistant Technology Manager (ATM) positions under the National Agriculture Development Programme. These positions are responsible for implementing modern agricultural technologies, supporting farmers with technical guidance, and monitoring agricultural extension activities at the block and district levels. Candidates selected will work directly under the Department of Agriculture, Government of Karnataka. The recruitment is conducted through offline application mode. Selected candidates will be placed in various blocks across Haveri district to strengthen the agricultural extension machinery and facilitate technology transfer to farming communities.

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Educational Qualification

For Block Technology Manager (BTM):

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Agricultural Engineering / Veterinary Science / Dairy Science / Fishery Science / Forestry from a recognized university
• Master's degree in the above subjects will be given preference
• Computer knowledge (MS Office, Internet) is mandatory

For Assistant Technology Manager (ATM):

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university
• Diploma in Agriculture with relevant experience may be considered
• Basic computer knowledge required

Age Limit

Typical / Indicative age criteria:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Preference given to candidates from Karnataka state
• Domicile certificate of Karnataka may be required

1. Visit the official website of Agriculture Department, Haveri or obtain the application form from the District Agriculture Office, Haveri
2. Download the official notification and read all instructions carefully
3. Fill the application form completely in BLOCK LETTERS with accurate personal, educational, and contact details
4. Paste a recent passport-size photograph (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) on the designated space on the application form
5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), age proof, domicile certificate, and experience certificates (if any)
6. Make the application fee payment through DD/Challan as specified in the notification
7. Attach the original fee payment receipt with the application form
8. Place all documents in an envelope and write the post name and application number on the envelope
9. Send the complete application by Registered Post or Speed Post to the address mentioned in the notification or submit in person at the District Agriculture Office, Haveri
10. Keep a photocopy of the complete application form for future reference

Application Fees

Typical / Indicative fee structure:

Mode of Payment: Demand Draft in favour of "District Agriculture Officer, Haveri" payable at Haveri or through designated bank challan

1. Screening of Applications: All received applications will be scrutinized for eligibility criteria including educational qualifications, age limit, and document completeness. Only eligible candidates will be shortlisted for further stages.

1. Written Examination: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test covering subjects related to agriculture, general knowledge, reasoning ability, and current affairs in agriculture sector. The exam will be objective type (MCQ format) with questions in English and Kannada.

1. Skill Test / Practical Test: Candidates clearing the written exam may be required to appear for a practical test to assess their knowledge of agricultural practices, field demonstration skills, and computer proficiency.

1. Personal Interview: Qualified candidates from written exam will be called for personal interview before a selection committee. The interview will assess technical knowledge, communication skills, field experience, and suitability for the post.

1. Document Verification: Candidates selected after interview must appear for document verification with all original certificates including educational qualifications, caste certificate, domicile, age proof, and experience certificates.

1. Medical Examination: Finally selected candidates will undergo medical fitness examination as per Government norms to ensure they are physically and mentally fit for field duties.

1. Final Merit List: Based on combined performance in written exam, interview, and document verification, a final merit list will be prepared and published on the official website.

Prelims / Written Examination Pattern

Typical / Indicative exam structure:

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.

Mains / Interview Pattern

Total Selection Marks: Written Exam (200) + Interview (50) + Practical (30) = 280 marks

Note: Candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks (40% for General, 35% for reserved categories) in each stage to proceed to the next stage.

Agricultural Sciences

• Fundamentals of Agronomy and Crop Production
• Soil Science: Soil types, soil health, soil fertility management
• Crop varieties and seed technology
• Irrigation methods and water management
• Fertilizers and manure management
• Plant protection: Pest and disease management
• Integrated Nutrient Management (INM)
• Organic farming and sustainable agriculture
• Agricultural extension methods and communication
• Government agricultural schemes and programmes
• Horticulture: Fruit and vegetable cultivation
• Agricultural economics and marketing
• Farm mechanization and agricultural implements
• Post-harvest technology and storage
• Livestock management and animal husbandry basics

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian Agriculture: Current status and challenges
• Karnataka agriculture and farming systems
• National and State agricultural policies
• Recent developments in agricultural technology
• Government schemes for farmers (PM-KISAN, Crop Insurance, etc.)
• Indian Economy with focus on agricultural sector
• Indian Geography: Agricultural zones and crops
• Indian History and Culture
• Indian Polity and Constitution basics
• Current national and international affairs
• Sports and awards
• Books and authors

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and classifications
• Series completion (number, alphabet, figure)
• Coding and decoding
• Blood relations
• Direction sense and distance
• Logical reasoning and statement conclusions
• Data interpretation: Tables, graphs, charts
• Syllogism
• Puzzles and arrangements
• Mathematical operations and calculations

Computer Knowledge

• Computer fundamentals and basic concepts
• MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Internet and email usage
• Computer hardware and software basics
• Operating systems (Windows basics)
• Database management basics
• Digital agriculture applications
• Agricultural information systems
• Cyber security awareness

Kannada Language

• Basic grammar and vocabulary
• Comprehension passages
• Translation (English to Kannada and vice versa)
• Letter writing and official correspondence
• Idioms and phrases
• General Kannada literature awareness
• Karnataka state affairs and culture

Typical / Indicative salary structure for BTM & ATM posts:

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), pension under National Pension System (NPS), gratuity, provident fund, annual increments, and performance incentives. Field staff also receive vehicle maintenance allowance and mobile reimbursement.

Block Technology Managers and Assistant Technology Managers have excellent career progression opportunities within the Agriculture Department. After 3-5 years of service, BTMs can be promoted to District-level positions such as Deputy Director (Agriculture) or Project Coordinator roles. ATMs can advance to BTM positions and subsequently to district administration roles. Officers with exceptional performance may also be deputed to state-level policy planning bodies, agricultural universities, or central government agricultural missions.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date on the official website of Agriculture Department, Haveri or the Karnataka state agriculture portal. Candidates must download their admit card by logging in with their application number and date of birth. The admit card contains important details like exam center, reporting time, and exam instructions. Candidates must bring the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof to the examination center. No candidate will be allowed entry without a valid admit card.

The written examination results will be declared within 4-6 weeks after the exam on the official website. Candidates can check their results by entering their roll number or application number. The result will show scores obtained in each section and overall qualifying status. Shortlisted candidates for interview will be notified separately via email and SMS. Final selection list after interview and document verification will be published on the website with selected candidates' names, roll numbers, and category-wise merit positions.

Typical / Indicative cutoff marks for BTM & ATM posts: The expected cutoff for General category candidates ranges between 50-60% (100-120 marks out of 200) in the written examination. For SC/ST categories, cutoff typically ranges between 40-45% (80-90 marks), while OBC cutoff is around 45-50% (90-100 marks). Cutoff varies based on number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, and total vacancies. Interview cutoff is generally around 50-60% of interview marks (25-30 out of 50) for final selection.

Exam centers will be available across Karnataka state:

• North Karnataka: Haveri, Hubballi-Dharwad, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Bagalkot, Ballari, Gadag, Koppal
• South Karnataka: Bengaluru, Mysuru, Mandya, Hassan, Tumakuru, Chamarajanagar
• Coastal Karnataka: Mangaluru, Udupi, Karwar
• Central Karnataka: Shivamogga, Chitradurga, Davanagere, Chikkamagaluru
• East Karnataka: Kalaburagi, Raichur, Yadgir, Bidar

Candidates can select their preferred exam center during application submission, subject to availability. Final exam center allotment will be mentioned on the admit card.