Manipur Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 282 Peon, Chowkidar and More Posts

The Manipur Horticulture Department is inviting applications for recruitment to 282 posts including Peon, Chowkidar, and other Group D positions across the state. This is a state-level recruitment conducted by the Directorate of Horticulture & Soil Conservation, Government of Manipur, to strengthen its field and office operations. Candidates with 10th standard qualification can apply for these positions which offer job security and government benefits. The recruitment is expected to fill vacancies in various districts of Manipur, supporting the department's mission to promote horticulture and soil conservation activities. Selected candidates will be appointed on regular government service with applicable pay scales and allowances as per state government norms.

Important Dates (Indicative)

Note: Exact dates to be announced in the official notification

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Manipur has high ST reservation. Exact distribution will be as per official notification

Educational Qualification

• Peon/Chowkidar Posts: Matriculation (Class 10th) pass from a recognized Board
• Knowledge of local language (Meiteilon/Manipuri) is desirable
• Certificate verification will be done at the time of document verification

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Must be a Citizen of India
• Must be a bonafide resident of Manipur (domicile certificate required)
• Certificate from competent authority may be required

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the Manipur Horticulture Department official website or designated recruitment portal
2. Register: Click on 'New Registration' and provide basic details (Name, Mobile, Email) to generate Registration ID
3. Login: Use Registration ID and Password to login to the application portal
4. Fill Application Form: Complete all sections including Personal Details, Educational Qualification, Category, and District Preference
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph (50KB), signature (20KB), 10th certificate, caste certificate, and domicile certificate in prescribed format
6. Pay Application Fee: Make online payment through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI
7. Submit Application: Review all details carefully and click 'Final Submit'
8. Download: Take printout of completed application form for future reference

Application Fees (Indicative)

Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable

Selection Stages

1. Written Examination: Computer-based or offline objective type test covering General Knowledge, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and General English/Hindi. Qualifying marks will be category-wise.

1. Physical Efficiency Test (PET): For posts like Chowkidar, candidates may need to undergo basic physical fitness assessment including walking/running test as per department norms.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear with original documents including educational certificates, caste certificate, domicile certificate, age proof, and recent photographs.

1. Medical Examination: Final selected candidates will undergo medical fitness test as per state government standards to ensure fitness for the post.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on written exam marks, subject to qualifying other stages, and published on the official website.

1. Appointment: Successful candidates will receive appointment letters and must join within stipulated time with all required documents.

Examination Pattern

Written Examination (Objective Type)

Marking Scheme:

• Each correct answer: +1 mark
• Each wrong answer: -0.25 marks (Negative marking applicable)
• Unanswered questions: 0 marks

Qualifying Marks:

• General/UR/EWS: 40%
• OBC: 35%
• SC/ST: 33%

Note: Exam pattern subject to official notification

Detailed Syllabus

General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Indian History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
• Indian Geography (Physical, Economic, Political)
• Manipur State - History, Geography, Culture, and Economy
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Indian Economy and Budget basics
• Current National and International Events
• Awards and Honors
• Sports and Games
• Important Days and Dates
• Science and Technology developments

Numerical Ability

• Number System and Simplification
• Percentage and Ratio-Proportion
• Average, Profit and Loss
• Simple and Compound Interest
• Time and Work, Time and Distance
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Charts, Graphs)
• Mensuration basics
• Basic Arithmetic operations

Reasoning & Mental Ability

• Analogies and Similarities
• Differences and Classifications
• Series Completion (Number, Letter, Figure)
• Coding-Decoding
• Blood Relations
• Direction Sense Test
• Logical Venn Diagrams
• Alphabet and Number Tests
• Mathematical Operations
• Puzzles and Seating Arrangements (basic)

General English/Hindi

• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms)
• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions)
• Sentence Correction and Error Detection
• Fill in the Blanks
• One-word Substitution
• Idioms and Phrases
• Comprehension Passage
• Basic translation (English to Hindi/vice versa)

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Grade Pay as applicable
• Medical reimbursement for self and family
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Pension benefits under National Pension Scheme (NPS)
• Provident Fund contributions
• Festival Advance and other allowances as per Manipur Government rules

Note: Salary as per 7th Pay Commission norms adopted by Manipur Government. DA rates are revised bi-annually

Career progression for Peon/Chowkidar positions follows departmental promotion policy based on seniority-cum-merit. After completing 5-8 years of satisfactory service, employees may be promoted to higher Group C positions like Lower Division Clerk (LDC) or equivalent, subject to departmental examinations and availability of vacancies. Further growth to Upper Division Clerk and Assistant levels is possible through competitive departmental exams and performance assessment.

Admit cards will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled examination date on the official website. Candidates must download the admit card using their Registration ID and Date of Birth/Password. No physical admit cards will be sent by post. The admit card will contain candidate details, exam centre address, reporting time, and important instructions. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License) to the examination centre.

Results will be declared separately for each stage of recruitment on the official Manipur Horticulture Department website. Written examination results typically appear 4-6 weeks after the exam date, displaying roll numbers of qualified candidates and category-wise cut-off marks. Final selection list will be published after completion of all recruitment stages including document verification and medical examination. Candidates can check results using their registration number or roll number on the official portal.

Expected cutoff marks for written examination vary by category and post. Typically, General category candidates need to score 40-50 marks out of 100, OBC candidates 35-45 marks, and SC/ST candidates 30-40 marks to qualify. Actual cutoffs depend on exam difficulty level, number of applicants, and vacancy distribution. The Manipur Horticulture Department generally sets moderate cutoffs considering the 10th qualification requirement. Category-wise cutoff lists are published with results.

Examination Centres

Manipur: Imphal East, Imphal West, Thoubal, Bishnupur, Churachandpur, Senapati, Ukhrul, Chandel, Tamenglong, Kangpokpi

Neighbouring States (if applicable): Guwahati (Assam), Dimapur/Kohima (Nagaland), Aizawl (Mizoram), Shillong (Meghalaya)

Note: Exact exam centres will be mentioned in the admit card. Majority of centres will be located within Manipur state