The Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the Directorate of Horticulture, Government of Meghalaya. Applications are invited from eligible Post Graduate candidates for the post of Technical Assistant on a contractual basis.
Interested candidates must apply in the prescribed format before the last date.
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Department | Directorate of Horticulture, Meghalaya |
| Post Name | Technical Assistant |
| Number of Posts | 1 (One) |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | Mushroom Development Centre, Upper Shillong |
| Monthly Salary | ₹25,000 (Fixed) |
| Advertisement No. | HORT/D-94/2025-26/333 |
| Advertisement Date | 23rd February 2026 |
| hort-meg@nic.in | |
| Last Date To Apply | 13th March 2026 |
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any of the following:
- Post Graduate in Plant Pathology / Botany / Mycology.
OR
- Post Graduate in Microbiology / Biotechnology with specialization in Mycology / Fungal Biology.
Preference / Weightage Will Be Given For:
- Certificate in Mushroom Spawn Production.
- Practical experience in Mushroom Spawn Production.
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – Salary Details
Selected candidate will receive:
- ₹25,000 per month (Fixed Remuneration).
This is a good opportunity for PG candidates looking for a Meghalaya Government contractual job in the horticulture sector.
Job Location:
Office of the Assistant Director of Horticulture
Mushroom Development Centre
Upper Shillong, Meghalaya
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – Terms and Conditions
- Initial engagement will be for 1 year.
- The department reserves the right to terminate the engagement depending on performance and availability of funds.
- Candidates must meet age criteria as per Meghalaya Government norms.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interview.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Selection will be based purely on performance in the interview.
- Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must submit the Application in the Standard Application Form along with required credentials to the office of the Director of Horticulture, Meghalaya, Shillong on or before 13th March 2026.
Applicants should carefully read the official advertisement before applying.
Documents Required:
Applicants should submit self-attested copies of:
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Age proof
- Address proof
- Experience certificates (if any)
- Valid contact number and email ID
Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date will be rejected.
Important Links & Dates:
| Official Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Standard Application Form | Click Here |
| Last Date To Apply | 13th March 2026 |
| Home Page | Click Here |
Disclaimer:
This post is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to check the official notification and website of the concerned authority for complete and accurate details such as eligibility, application process, important dates, and updates. We are not responsible for any errors, changes, or updates made by the official authority after the publication of this content.
Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the post announced under Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The recruitment is for 1 Technical Assistant post on a contractual basis at the Mushroom Development Centre, Upper Shillong.
2. What is the salary for the PG Technical Assistant post?
Ans: The selected candidate will receive a fixed salary of ₹25,000 per month.
3. What is the required qualification for Technical Assistant?
Ans: Candidates must have a Post Graduate degree in Plant Pathology, Botany, Mycology
OR
Microbiology / Biotechnology with specialization in Mycology or Fungal Biology.
4. Is prior experience required for this job?
Ans: Experience is not mandatory, but weightage will be given to candidates having: Certificate in Mushroom Spawn Production and Hands-on experience in Mushroom Spawn Production.
5. What is the last date to apply?
Ans: The last date to submit the application is 13th March 2026.
6. Is this a permanent government job?
Ans: No, this is a contractual position initially for one year.
7. What is the selection process?
Ans: Selection will be based purely on performance in the personal interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be called.
8. Will TA/DA be provided for the interview?
Ans: No, TA/DA will not be provided for attending the interview.
9. Where is the job location?
Ans: The posting will be at the Mushroom Development Centre, Upper Shillong, Meghalaya.
10. How can I apply for Meghalaya Horticulture Department Recruitment 2026?
Ans: Candidates must submit the duly filled standard application form along with required documents to the office before 13th March 2026.
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