The Horticultural Research Station (HRS) in Nowshera (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa), operating under the Agriculture Department, has been included in the major 2026 recruitment drive. This cycle primarily targets research officers and technical specialists to advance fruit and vegetable production in the region.
Below is the latest notice regarding the 2026 vacancies and the application procedure.
Horticultural Research Station Nowshera Jobs 2026 Overview
The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Service Commission (KPPSC) recently issued Advertisement No. 02/2026, which includes multiple positions for the Agriculture, Livestock, and Cooperative Department.
Available Vacancies
| Position Title | Pay Scale | Total Posts (KPK-wide) | Regional Allocation |
| Research Officer (Horticulture) | BPS-17 | 14 | Merit (3), Zone-I (2), Zone-II (2), Zone-III (2), etc. |
| Assistant Research Officer | BPS-16 | Multiple | Zonal quotas apply |
| Field Assistant | BPS-09 | Localized | District Nowshera / Zone-II |
| Laboratory Technician | BPS-12 | Various | Departmental distribution |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
- Research Officer (BPS-17): 2nd Class M.Sc. (Hons.) or B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (specialization in Horticulture) from a recognized university.
- Assistant Research Officer (BPS-16): Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture.
- Technical Staff: For field or lab roles, a 3-year Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in Agriculture or a relevant science certificate is required.
2. Age & Domicile
- Age Limit: 21 to 32 years (Standard government relaxations apply for those already in service or from specific regions).
- Domicile: Candidates must hold a valid domicile of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Note that Nowshera falls under Zone-II.
How to Apply
The application process is conducted online through the KPPSC portal to ensure transparency.
- Online Registration: Visit the official website at www.kppsc.gov.pk.
- Application Fee: An application fee (typically Rs. 500) must be paid via EasyPaisa, JazzCash, or the 1Bill option in banking apps using the transaction ID generated by the portal.
- Submission: Fill out the profile details, including academic history and zonal preference, and submit before the closing date.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: January 28, 2026.
- Main Deadline: February 16, 2026 (for BPS-17 roles).
- Supplementary/Local Notice: Small-scale local recruitment for Class-IV (BPS-01 to BPS-05) is often announced locally in Nowshera throughout April 2026.
Selection Process & Status
- Screening Test: Candidates for BPS-16 and BPS-17 will undergo a subject-based written examination.
- Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at the KPPSC regional offices or headquarters.
- Merit Lists: Tentative merit lists for administrative assistants and junior clerks in the Agriculture Department were recently updated in February 2026.