HPSC ADO Syllabus 2026 & Exam Pattern: Download Official PDF & Subject-Wise Syllabus

The Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) has officially released the ADO Syllabus and Exam Pattern for both the Screening Test and the Subject Knowledge Test. The curriculum encompasses a diverse range of subjects, including General Science, Current Affairs, History, Geography, Indian Culture, Polity, Economy, Reasoning, Haryana GK, and core agricultural subjects. Candidates are encouraged to review this detailed syllabus to develop a strategic study plan for the upcoming examinations.

HPSC ADO Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026

The HPSC is initiating a recruitment drive to fill 1,481 Agricultural Development Officer (ADO) vacancies. Selection for the Haryana ADO Recruitment 2026 is based on a multi-stage process involving a Screening Test, a Subject Knowledge Test, and an Interview. To ensure success, applicants should thoroughly align their preparation with the latest syllabus outlined below.

HPSC ADO Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2026 Overview
Conducting Body	Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC)
Post Name	Agriculture Development Officer
Vacancy	TBA
Total Questions	Screening Test: 100
Total Marks	Screening Test: 100 Subject Knowlege Test: 150
Duration	Screening Test: 2 hour Subject Knowlege Test: 3 hour
Negative Marking	0.25 marks
Selection Process	Screening Test, Subject Knowledge Test and Interview
Official website	www.hpsc.gov.in.

HPSC ADO Exam Pattern 2026

The HPSC ADO selection process consists of three distinct stages: a Screening Test, a Subject-Specific Knowledge Test, and a final Interview. Please note that the final merit list is determined by the combined performance in the Subject Knowledge Test and the Interview.

Screening Test

• There will be 100 objective questions (MCQs) for 100 marks
• Each Question carries 1 mark.
• Each question has 5 options.
• 0.25 mark will be deducted for each wrong answer.
• 0.25 mark will also be subtracted if the question is left blank without choosing the 5th option.
• If a candidate leaves more than 10% of questions blank without marking the 5th option, they will be disqualified.
• Candidates who score at least 25% will be shortlisted for the next stage.

Subjects	Questions	Marks	Duration
Science Current Affairs History Indian and World Geography Indian Culture Polity and Economy Reasoning Haryana GK	100	100	2 hours

Subject Knowledge Test & Interview

The Subject Knowledge Test comprises subjective-type questions totaling 150 marks, with a designated examination duration of 3 hours.

• Candidates have to score at least 35% to qualify for the interview
• 2 times the number of vacancies (plus any tied candidates) will be called for the interview
• The Subject Knowledge Test carries 87.5% weightage, and the interview carries 12.5% weightage in the final result

Haryana ADO Syllabus 2026

Candidates can review the core topics of the HPSC ADO Syllabus 2026 provided below to streamline their study efforts. A balanced approach focusing on both the Screening Test and the Subject Knowledge Test is essential for achieving a high rank. Key topics include:

HPSC ADO Syllabus For Screening Test

• General Science
• Current Events of National and International Importance
• History of India
• Indian and World geography
• Indian Culture, Indian Polity, and Indian Economy
• General Mental Ability (Reasoning and Analytical Abilities)
• Basic Numeracy (Numbers and Their relations, Order of Magnitude, etc- Class X level), Data Interpretation (Charts, Graphs, Tables, Data Sufficiency etc.- Class X Level)
• Haryana GK- History, Geography, Polity, Economy, Culture

HPSC Agriculture Development Officer Syllabus for Subject Knowledge Test

1. Ecology & Environment

• Human and ecological relationship, natural resource conservation
• Environmental factors affecting crops and livestock
• Agro-ecology, cropping patterns, environmental pollution
• Climate change, greenhouse effect, global warming
• Use of Remote Sensing (RS) and GIS in agriculture

2. Cropping Systems & Farming

• Cropping patterns in different agro-climatic zones
• Impact of high-yielding varieties on farming
• Concepts of cropping and farming systems: organic & precision farming
• Crop production practices (cereals, pulses, oilseeds, fibre, sugar, fodder crops)

3. Forestry

• Types: social forestry, agroforestry, natural forests
• Forest plant propagation, forest products and conservation
• Agroforestry and its economic value

4. Weed Management

• Characteristics, spread, and impact of weeds
• Cultural, biological & chemical weed control methods

5. Soil Science

• Soil properties (physical, chemical, biological)
• Soil formation, Indian soil types, soil nutrients
• Soil fertility, testing, integrated nutrient management
• Biofertilizers, nitrogen efficiency, soil reclamation
• Soil's role in greenhouse gas emissions

6. Water Management

• Water-use efficiency, irrigation scheduling
• Rainwater harvesting, drip & sprinkler irrigation
• Drainage of waterlogged soils, irrigation water quality
• Major irrigation projects in India

7. Farm Management & Agricultural Economics

• Farm planning, resource use, budgeting
• Marketing strategies, price fluctuations, crop insurance
• Role of co-operatives and pricing policy in agriculture

8. Agricultural Extension & Rural Development

• Extension methods, programme evaluation
• Socio-economic surveys of farmers & landless labourers
• Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), NGOs, SHGs

9. Genetics & Plant Breeding

• Cell structure, genetics, inheritance patterns
• Mutation, polyploidy, cytoplasmic inheritance
• Breeding methods, heterosis, GM crops
• Role of biotechnology in crop improvement

10. Seed Technology & IPR

• Seed production, processing, certification, storage
• DNA fingerprinting, seed registration
• Role of public & private sector
• Intellectual Property Rights, WTO issues

11. Plant Physiology

• Nutrient uptake & metabolism
• Photosynthesis (C3, C4, CAM), respiration
• Growth & development, plant hormones, seed dormancy
• Stress physiology (drought, salt, water stress)

12. Horticulture

• Fruits, vegetables, spices, flowers, and plantation crops
• High-tech and protected cultivation
• Post-harvest technology, landscaping, medicinal plants
• Role of horticulture in nutrition

13. Plant Protection

• Pest/disease identification in crops
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
• Storage pest management, biological control
• Plant quarantine, pesticide use

14. Food Security & Policy

• Food production and consumption trends
• National/international food policy, surplus & distribution
• Public Distribution System (PDS), malnutrition, micro-nutrient deficiency
• Link between food production, poverty, and human health

HPSC ADO Syllabus 2026 PDF

Candidates are encouraged to download the comprehensive HPSC ADO syllabus PDF using the link below. Printing this document will help you stay organized and track your preparation progress effectively.

HPSC ADO Syllabus and Exam Pattern- Click to Download

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