Gram Vikas Adhikari Recruitment 2025: Apply for 850 VDO Posts
A major recruitment opportunity has been announced by the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department of Rajasthan. A new and direct recruitment drive for the position of Gram Vikas Adhikari (Village Development Officer) for the year 2025 is now open, offering a total of 850 vacancies.
VDO Recruitment 2025 Overview
The official notification has been released for the post of Gram Vikas Adhikari (VDO) by the RSMSSB. This recruitment drive aims to fill 850 positions through a direct hiring process. Both male and female candidates are eligible to apply for this opportunity.
Important Application Dates
The online application process for this recruitment will commence on June 19th and will conclude on July 18th. Interested candidates must complete their applications within this period.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific criteria regarding nationality, age, and education to be eligible for the VDO post.
Nationality
Applicants must be Indian citizens. This recruitment is open to candidates from any state or district in India, making it an all-India level opportunity.
Age Limit
The minimum age for applicants is 18 years, and the maximum age is 40 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules. SC/ST candidates will receive a 5-year age relaxation, while OBC candidates will get a 3-year relaxation.
Educational Qualification
To apply, a candidate must be a graduate in any discipline. Graduates from Arts, Commerce, Science, B.E., or B.Tech streams are eligible.
Application Fees
The application fee varies based on the candidate’s category.
- General and Other State Candidates: ₹600
- OBC, SC, ST, PwD, and EWS Candidates: ₹400
The fee must be paid online. Candidates applying from outside Rajasthan will be treated as General category applicants for the purpose of application fees, regardless of their reserved category status.
Selection Process
The selection for the Gram Vikas Adhikari position will be conducted in two stages.
- Written Examination
- Document Verification
There will be no interview for this recruitment. Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the written exam, followed by the verification of their documents.
Salary Details
Selected candidates will be offered an excellent salary package, which includes additional allowances and benefits. The official notification provides further details regarding the salary structure, including the pay during the two-year probation period.
Required Documents for Application
Before beginning the application process, candidates should prepare the following essential documents to ensure a smooth and error-free submission.
- Passport-size photograph (minimum 4, up to 20 recommended)
- Scanned signature
- Aadhaar card
- Mobile number and Email ID
- Educational certificates and marksheets
- Caste certificate (for SC, ST, or OBC candidates)
- Age proof (such as a 10th-grade marksheet or birth certificate)
How to Apply
Applications for the VDO recruitment are to be submitted online. The official notification, which can be found online, contains comprehensive details about the application procedure, category-wise vacancy distribution for males and females, exam pattern, syllabus, and examination centers.
