Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board Nagpur Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 43 Bamboo Cluster Coordinator and Circle Coordinator Posts

The Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board Nagpur has announced recruitment for 43 posts of Bamboo Cluster Coordinator and Circle Coordinator positions for 2026. This recruitment is conducted by the Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board, a state government organization working under the Forest Department of Maharashtra to promote bamboo cultivation, processing and livelihood generation. The selected candidates will work across various districts of Maharashtra to coordinate bamboo development activities, support bamboo growers, facilitate skill development programs and promote bamboo-based enterprises. This is an offline application process targeting graduates interested in rural development and forestry sector. The positions offer opportunities to work directly with bamboo farming communities and contribute to sustainable livelihood generation through bamboo value chain development.

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Educational Qualification

• Bamboo Cluster Coordinator: Any Graduate degree from a recognized university. Preference may be given to Agriculture, Forestry, Rural Development or related degrees.
• Circle Coordinator: Any Graduate degree from a recognized university. MBA/Post-graduate diploma in Rural Management/Agribusiness will be preferred.
• Candidates must have proficiency in Marathi language.
• Computer knowledge and MS Office skills required.

Age Limit

Age as on last date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Preference may be given to candidates domiciled in Maharashtra.

1. Visit the official website of Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board Nagpur (www.mahabamboard.in) or the notified address.
2. Download the official application form from the website or obtain it from the Board's office.
3. Fill the application form completely in BLOCK LETTERS with all required details including personal information, educational qualifications, and experience.
4. Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the designated space on the application form.
5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, age proof, and experience certificates.
6. Prepare a Demand Draft for the application fee in favor of 'Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board' payable at Nagpur (if fee applicable).
7. Place the filled application form along with all documents and DD in an envelope.
8. Write on the envelope: 'Application for the post of Bamboo Cluster Coordinator/Circle Coordinator'.
9. Send the application by registered post or submit in person to: The Chief Executive Officer, Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board, Nagpur, before the last date.
10. Keep a photocopy of the complete application for your records.

Application Fees

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Note: Fee to be paid through Demand Draft. No other mode accepted.

1. Document Verification: Initial screening based on eligibility criteria, educational qualifications and submitted documents. Only eligible candidates will be shortlisted for further rounds.

1. Written Examination: A written test covering general knowledge, reasoning ability, basic mathematics, rural development concepts, and knowledge about bamboo cultivation and processing. Duration typically 2 hours with objective-type questions.

1. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates from written exam will be called for interview. The interview panel will assess candidate's knowledge about bamboo sector, communication skills, field work aptitude, and suitability for the post.

1. Final Merit List: Final selection based on combined marks of written exam and interview. Candidates will be selected category-wise as per reservation norms.

1. Document Verification (Final): Selected candidates must present original documents for final verification before appointment.

1. Medical Examination: Selected candidates may need to undergo medical fitness examination as per government norms before joining.

Prelims/Written Examination Pattern

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Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deduction for each wrong answer.

Interview Pattern

Total Selection Marks: Written Test (100) + Interview (50) = 150 Marks

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History, Culture and Freedom Movement
• Indian Geography and World Geography
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Economic and Social Development of India
• Environmental Ecology and Climate Change
• Current National and International Events
• Sports, Awards and Honours
• Books and Authors

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series Completion
• Coding and Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Series
• Data Interpretation

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number Systems and Simplification
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average and Mixture-Alligation
• Time, Speed and Distance
• Time and Work
• Profit, Loss and Discount
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

Rural Development & Bamboo Sector Knowledge

• Rural Development Programs in India
• MGNREGA and Rural Employment Schemes
• Bamboo Cultivation Techniques
• Bamboo Species and their Uses
• Bamboo Processing and Value Addition
• Bamboo Mission and Government Policies
• Sustainable Livelihood through Bamboo
• Marketing of Bamboo Products
• Role of Self Help Groups in Rural Development
• Agricultural Practices and Allied Activities

Marathi Language

• Basic Grammar and Vocabulary
• Comprehension
• Translation from English to Marathi
• Writing simple sentences in Marathi
• Common idioms and phrases

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure:

Note: This is a contractual appointment. Actual salary may vary based on position (Cluster Coordinator vs Circle Coordinator). Annual increment and performance-based incentives may be provided as per Board norms. Field travel allowance and mobile/communication allowance typically provided separately.

The Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board offers career progression opportunities based on performance and experience. Cluster Coordinators can be promoted to Circle Coordinators, and subsequently to District Level Coordinator or Project Manager positions within the Board. Outstanding performers may also get opportunities to work with central government bamboo missions or get absorbed in regular state government positions through proper channels. Typically, promotion consideration starts after 3-5 years of satisfactory service.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the exam date. Candidates can download their admit cards from the official website of Maharashtra Bamboo Development Board (www.mahabamboard.in) using their application number and date of birth. The admit card will contain important details including exam center address, reporting time, and examination guidelines. Candidates must bring a printed copy of the admit card along with valid photo ID proof to the examination center.

The written examination results will be declared approximately 3-4 weeks after the exam date on the official website. Candidates can check their results using their roll number or application number. The result will display category-wise cut-off marks and the list of shortlisted candidates for interview. Final selection list will be published after completion of interviews, typically within 2-3 weeks of interview completion, showing the merit-wise selected candidates for each category.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Marks (out of 100): For General category, the cutoff typically ranges between 55-65 marks, SC/ST category around 45-50 marks, OBC category around 50-55 marks, and EWS category around 53-60 marks. The actual cutoff varies depending on the number of applicants, difficulty level of the exam, and number of vacancies. Category-wise cutoffs are determined separately, and candidates must secure minimum qualifying marks in the interview (typically 40% of 50 marks) to be eligible for final selection.

Typical Exam Centers by Region:

• Western Maharashtra: Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Nashik, Aurangabad, Kolhapur, Satara, Sangli
• Vidarbha Region: Nagpur, Amravati, Akola, Chandrapur, Gondia, Wardha, Yavatmal
• Marathwada Region: Aurangabad, Nanded, Latur, Parbhani, Beed, Jalna
• North Maharashtra: Nashik, Dhule, Jalgaon, Nandurbar
• Konkan Region: Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg

Note: Exact exam centers will be mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can choose preferred center during application, subject to availability.