Directorate General Agriculture (Extension) · Official Recruitment 2026
Agriculture Department KP Jobs 2026 – 41 Regular Positions – Apply Now
The Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is recruiting for 41 regular government posts including Field Assistants, Junior Clerks, Stenographers, Assistant, Graphics Designer, and Imam/Khateeb. Apply online via ETEA before 30 June 2026.
📍 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (incl. Merged Districts)
🌾 Agriculture Dept KP
📋 41 Positions
⏳ Deadline: 30 June 2026
About the Organization
Agriculture Department KP Jobs 2026. The Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is a premier provincial government body responsible for delivering agricultural knowledge, modern farming techniques, and support services to farmers across the region — from the fertile plains of Peshawar and Mardan to the highland valleys of Chitral, Kohistan, and the Merged Districts. Through its network of field offices, Agriculture Services Academy (ASA), and extension workers, the Directorate bridges the gap between agricultural research and rural communities, driving food security and rural livelihoods across KP.
To meet the growing demands of its expanding field operations and administrative functions, the Directorate is recruiting 41 regular government employees across a wide range of roles — from frontline Field Assistants serving district communities to skilled administrative and technical staff supporting departmental operations at headquarters. These are permanent government positions offering long-term career stability, regular pay scale benefits, and the opportunity to directly serve KP’s farming population.
🗂️ Administration & Management
Assistant
BPS-16 · KP · 1 Post · Open Merit
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vacancies |
1 (Open Merit) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Manage official correspondence, notings, and file movement within the Directorate to ensure smooth administrative operations.
- Maintain and update departmental registers, service records, and personnel files in compliance with government record-keeping procedures.
- Coordinate scheduling, meeting arrangements, and logistical support for senior officers and departmental committees.
- Assist in the preparation of departmental budget proposals, expenditure statements, and periodic progress reports for submission to higher authorities.
- Process procurement-related documentation including purchase requisitions, quotations, and contract files in accordance with KPPRA rules.
- Facilitate communication between field offices and headquarters by receiving, dispatching, and tracking official dak and communications.
- Support human resource management tasks including leave processing, posting orders, and service book maintenance for departmental staff.
- Compile and verify data for departmental reports, development schemes, and ADP submissions as directed by the Director General.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: At least 2nd Class Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized University.
- Experience: Fresh graduates may apply; government/semi-government experience carries additional marks.
- Key Skills: Office management, file handling, report writing, MS Office, communication skills.
- Age Limit: 18–30 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
- Gender: Male / Female.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
⌨️ Secretarial & Clerical
Junior Scale Stenographer
BPS-14 · KP · 2 Posts · Open Merit
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vacancies |
2 (Open Merit) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Take shorthand dictation from senior officers at a minimum speed of 50 words per minute in English and transcribe accurately into typed documents.
- Type official letters, reports, meeting minutes, circulars, and notices using MS Word at a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute.
- Maintain a systematic record of all dictated and typed correspondence, ensuring timely dispatch to concerned offices and departments.
- Prepare and format departmental summaries, official briefs, and presentations for the Director General and senior officers using MS Office applications.
- Manage the officer’s diary, coordinate appointments, and ensure the officer is prepared with relevant files and documents ahead of meetings.
- Handle confidential correspondence with discretion and maintain proper filing systems for sensitive departmental communications.
- Create and maintain Excel-based data tracking sheets for departmental projects, personnel records, and field activity schedules.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual departmental reports by compiling and formatting data as instructed by supervisors.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: At least 2nd Class Intermediate or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- Shorthand Speed: Minimum 50 words per minute in English.
- Typing Speed: Minimum 35 words per minute in English.
- Computer Knowledge: MS Word and MS Excel proficiency required.
- Age Limit: 18–30 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
- Gender: Male / Female.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Junior Clerk
BPS-11 · KP · 6 Posts · Open Merit / Female / Disabled
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vacancies |
6 (Open Merit, Female – 5, Disabled – 1) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Type official letters, notifications, and internal memos at a minimum speed of 30 words per minute, ensuring accuracy and proper formatting.
- Receive, sort, record, and dispatch incoming and outgoing dak (mail) and ensure timely delivery to concerned sections within the department.
- Maintain and update various departmental registers including dispatch registers, file movement registers, and attendance registers.
- Perform data entry tasks using MS Office applications to update project records, personnel data, and financial summaries as directed.
- Assist senior clerks and Assistant in preparing files, attaching relevant documents, and flagging important references for noting by officers.
- Operate office equipment including photocopiers, scanners, and printers to support day-to-day secretarial and documentation needs.
- Organize and archive old files and records in the departmental record room in accordance with standard record-keeping procedures.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and annual departmental returns, statements, and summaries as assigned by supervisors.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: At least 2nd Class FA/F.Sc or equivalent from a recognized Board.
- Typing Speed: Minimum 30 words per minute.
- Computer Knowledge: MS Office proficiency required.
- Quota: Open Merit, Female (05 seats), Disabled (01 seat). If no suitable candidate under quota, posts filled from open merit.
- Age Limit: 18–30 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
- Gender: Male / Female (Female quota seats available).
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Graphics Designer
BPS-10 · KP · 1 Post · Open Merit
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vacancies |
1 (Open Merit) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Design visual communication materials including brochures, posters, banners, and infographics to support agricultural extension and farmer awareness campaigns.
- Create digital and print-ready layouts for departmental publications, newsletters, training manuals, and project reports using professional design software.
- Develop engaging visual content for departmental social media channels, websites, and digital outreach programs targeting farmers and rural communities.
- Produce signage, exhibition materials, and display boards for departmental events, agriculture expos, and farmer training seminars.
- Coordinate with relevant departments and vendors to ensure print materials meet quality standards and are delivered on schedule.
- Maintain a well-organized digital library of all design assets, templates, logos, and brand guidelines for the Directorate’s use.
- Edit and retouch photographs taken at field activities and departmental events for use in official communications and publications.
- Assist in preparing audio-visual presentations and video graphics for training sessions, stakeholder meetings, and donor briefings.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: At least 2nd Class Intermediate from a recognized Board.
- Diploma: 2-year Diploma in a relevant field (Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communication, or equivalent) from a recognized institute.
- Experience: Practical experience in visual and designing software (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, CorelDraw, InDesign, or equivalent).
- Key Skills: Print design, digital graphics, layout, photo editing, visual communication, branding.
- Age Limit: 22–32 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
- Gender: Male / Female.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
Imam / Khateeb
BPS-09 · KP · 1 Post · Open Merit
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Vacancies |
1 (Open Merit) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the five daily prayers (Salah) at the departmental mosque for staff members and residents of the campus with proper Islamic observance.
- Deliver the Friday Khutba (sermon) in a clear, articulate, and engaging manner on topics relevant to Islamic values, community welfare, and current events.
- Recite the Holy Quran with proper Tajweed and Qirat during prayers and special religious gatherings, demonstrating proficiency as a Hafiz-e-Quran where applicable.
- Organize and lead Islamic events and religious observances at the campus including Eid prayers, Ramadan Taraweeh, and other special congregational prayers.
- Provide Islamic guidance and counseling to staff members seeking religious advice on personal or professional matters in accordance with Shariah principles.
- Maintain cleanliness, upkeep, and proper religious atmosphere of the mosque in coordination with relevant administrative staff.
- Assist in organizing awareness sessions on Islamic ethics, workplace conduct, and community responsibility for departmental employees.
- Maintain liaison with the administration for the scheduling and management of all religious activities and ceremonies at the Agriculture Services Academy campus.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: Sanad in Shahadat-Ul-Almia from Wafaq-Ul-Madaris (recognized Islamic educational credential).
- Preferred: Proficiency in Qirat (Quran recitation with Tajweed), status as Hafiz-e-Quran, and demonstrated capability of delivering Khutbas/Sermons.
- Key Skills: Islamic religious knowledge, public speaking, community leadership, Quran recitation.
- Age Limit: 25–30 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts).
- Gender: Male.
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
🌱 Field & Agriculture Extension
Field Assistant
BPS-09 · KP / Merged Districts · 30 Posts (District) + 5 Posts (Check Post)
| Department |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), KP |
| Location |
Multiple Districts across KP and Merged Districts (district-wise & check post-wise) |
| Vacancies |
30 (District-wise) + 5 (Check Post-wise) = 35 Total |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Post) |
| Last Date |
30 June 2026 |
District-wise Vacancy Distribution (30 Posts)
| District |
Vacancies |
| Abbottabad |
1 |
| Battagram |
2 |
| Charsadda |
1 |
| Chitral Lower |
1 |
| DI Khan |
4 |
| Haripur |
2 |
| Kohistan |
1 |
| Kohat |
1 |
| Karak |
1 |
| Mansehra |
2 |
| Malakand |
1 |
| Mardan |
1 |
| Nowshera |
1 |
| Peshawar |
1 |
| Swabi |
1 |
| Swat Lower |
2 |
| Shangla |
2 |
Check Post-wise Vacancy Distribution (5 Posts — Merged Districts)
| Region / Check Post |
Vacancies |
| Peshawar |
3 |
| Malakand |
3 |
| Kohat |
6 |
| Nowshera |
3 |
| Khyber |
3 |
| Lakki Marwat |
3 |
| DI Khan |
9 |
| South Waziristan Lower |
6 |
Note: Check post-wise (S.No.7) positions are posted only at the specified joint check posts and cannot be transferred elsewhere. Female candidates awaiting results are eligible for district-based Field Assistant posts (S.No.6) only.
Job Responsibilities
- Assist the Agriculture Extension Officer (AEO) in disseminating modern farming techniques, improved seed varieties, and crop management practices to farmers at the village and union council level.
- Conduct regular farm visits to monitor crop conditions, identify pest and disease outbreaks, and report field observations to the District Agriculture Officer.
- Organize and facilitate farmer training sessions, demonstration plots, and field days to promote the adoption of government-recommended agricultural technologies.
- Collect and compile data on crop acreage, production estimates, input usage, and farm economics for submission to district and provincial offices.
- Assist in the distribution of subsidized agricultural inputs — including seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides — to eligible farmers under government schemes.
- Maintain field diaries, activity logs, and farmer contact registers documenting daily extension activities and beneficiary interactions.
- Support the monitoring of development projects and ADP schemes at the district level by verifying physical progress and reporting discrepancies to supervisors.
- Liaise with local farmers, community elders, and agricultural input dealers to identify emerging issues and communicate departmental advisories in a timely manner.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education: At least 2nd Class Secondary School Certificate with Science from a recognized Board.
- Diploma (Option A): 3-year Diploma of Agriculture Sciences (DAS) from a recognized institute.
- Training (Option B): Certificate of passing a 2-year training course from Agriculture Services Academy (ASA), along with a 6-month condense course passing certificate.
- Key Skills: Crop management knowledge, farmer communication, field data collection, report writing, extension services.
- Age Limit: 19–32 years (age relaxation as per KP government rules).
- Domicile: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts). Candidates will be posted in the district they apply against.
- Gender: Male / Female (Female candidates eligible for district-based posts only).
- Apply: www.etea.edu.pk
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How do I apply for Directorate General Agriculture Extension KP jobs 2026?
All applications must be submitted online through the ETEA portal at www.etea.edu.pk. Before applying, you must complete mandatory NADRA E-Sahulat CNIC verification at any franchise kiosk. The online form opened on 12 June 2026 and the last date is 30 June 2026. Do not send physical documents to ETEA at the application stage — documents are only required after qualifying the screening test.
Q: Are the Agriculture Extension KP jobs 2026 permanent or contract positions?
All 41 positions advertised by the Directorate General Agriculture (Extension) KP are regular (permanent) government posts. Successful candidates will be entitled to benefits including pension, annual increments, medical allowance, and other applicable government allowances under the KP pay scale and service rules.
Q: What is the qualification required for the Field Assistant BPS-09 post in Agriculture Department KP?
Candidates must hold at least a Second Class Matric with Science and either a three-year Diploma of Agriculture Sciences (DAS) from a recognized institute, or a two-year training completion certificate from the Agriculture Services Academy (ASA) along with a six-month condense course passing certificate. Both the Matric and the diploma/training must be in at least Second Division.
Q: Where will Field Assistants be posted after selection in Agriculture Extension KP?
Field Assistants are posted district-wise — candidates apply against the specific district vacancy they wish to be considered for and are expected to be posted in that district. The check post-based positions (S.No.7) are restricted to the designated joint check posts and cannot be transferred elsewhere. Candidates should apply against the district or check post closest to their domicile area.
Q: Can female candidates apply for Field Assistant positions in Agriculture Extension KP 2026?
Yes, female candidates are eligible to apply for Field Assistant posts, but only for the district-based vacancies listed under S.No.6 of the advertisement. Female candidates whose results are still awaited are also eligible for these posts. The check post-based positions (S.No.7 in Merged Districts) are not open to female candidates awaiting results and have specific posting restrictions.
Q: What happens after qualifying the ETEA test for Agriculture Extension KP jobs?
Candidates who qualify the ETEA screening test must send attested photocopies of all educational certificates, domicile, CNIC, experience documents with pay slips and appointment orders, an updated CV, and two passport-size photographs to the Directorate General Agriculture Extension KP at ASA Campus, Opposite Islamia College, Jamrud Road, Peshawar. Documents must be sent by registered courier within 15 days of the result declaration. A separate envelope — clearly marked with the post applied for — is required for each position.
Q: What quota seats are available for Junior Clerk posts in Agriculture Extension KP 2026?
Out of the 6 Junior Clerk (BPS-11) vacancies, 5 seats are reserved for female candidates and 1 seat is reserved for disabled candidates. If no suitable candidate is found under any quota category, the vacancy is filled from open merit as per government policy. All quota and open merit candidates must meet the same minimum qualification requirements of FA/FSc 2nd class, 30 wpm typing, and MS Office knowledge.
People Also Ask
Q: What is the salary of a Field Assistant BPS-09 in KP government 2026?
A Field Assistant at BPS-09 in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa earns a basic pay within the BPS-09 scale, typically ranging from approximately PKR 20,000 to PKR 32,000 per month depending on seniority and current pay revision. Additional allowances including house rent, medical, and conveyance are payable as per applicable KP government rules.
Q: What is DAS diploma and is it valid for Agriculture Extension jobs in KP?
DAS stands for Diploma of Agriculture Sciences — a three-year technical diploma offered by recognized agricultural institutes in Pakistan. It is one of the two accepted qualifications for the Field Assistant (BPS-09) post in the Directorate General Agriculture Extension KP. Candidates must hold at least a Second Division DAS to be eligible.
Q: What is Shahadat-Ul-Almia qualification and which organization issues it?
Shahadat-Ul-Almia is the highest Islamic educational certification awarded by Wafaq-Ul-Madaris Al Arabia, the central body governing the Deobandi madrasah network in Pakistan. It is a recognized religious credential equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree and is the mandatory qualification for the Imam/Khateeb (BPS-09) post in this recruitment.
Q: Is there a typing test for Junior Clerk and Stenographer posts in Agriculture Extension KP?
Yes. Candidates shortlisted for Junior Clerk (BPS-11) must demonstrate a minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute. For Junior Scale Stenographer (BPS-14), candidates must achieve at least 50 words per minute shorthand speed and 35 words per minute typing speed in English. A proficiency test in MS Word and MS Excel is also part of the evaluation for both these positions. These tests are typically conducted after the ETEA screening stage.
Q: Can a candidate apply for multiple posts in Agriculture Extension KP jobs 2026?
Yes, candidates may apply for more than one position, but a completely separate online application and separate non-refundable test fee must be submitted for each post. Similarly, if applying for multiple Field Assistant posts across different districts, a separate application and fee is required for each district vacancy. Applications for different posts must be kept entirely separate throughout the process.
Q: Does domicile of Merged Districts qualify for Agriculture Extension KP jobs 2026?
Yes. The Directorate General Agriculture Extension KP has explicitly stated that domicile holders of the Merged Districts are eligible to apply. The check post-based Field Assistant vacancies are specifically designated for Merged Districts regions including Khyber, South Waziristan Lower, Lakki Marwat, and others. Candidates with Merged Districts domicile should apply against the relevant check post or district vacancy.
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📋 Job Summary
| Organization |
Directorate General Agriculture (Extension), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Total Positions |
41 (Regular Posts) |
| Location |
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (including Merged Districts) |
| Employment Type |
Regular (Permanent Government Posts) |
| Test Conducting Agency |
ETEA (Educational Testing & Evaluation Agency) |
| Application Method |
Online via www.etea.edu.pk |
| Online Form Available |
12 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
30 June 2026 |
| Post-Test Documents Address |
DG Agriculture Extension KP, ASA Campus, Opp. Islamia College, Jamrud Road, Peshawar |
| Source |
JobsLeap.com |
Apply before 30 June 2026 at etea.edu.pk. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.