GURUGRAM: The National Horticulture Board issued a notice on Friday, November 13, 2026, seeking three agribusiness consultants for its headquarters in Sector 18, Gurugram. The positions carry consolidated remuneration of Rs 80,000 a month and support the Cluster Development Programme. Applications must reach the two email addresses specified in the notice by 5 pm IST on November 25, 2026.
The board's address is 85, Institutional Area, Sector 18. Each engagement is initially for one year from the date of joining, with possible yearly extensions subject to performance, continued requirement and approval. Applicants should weigh those conditions alongside the pay: the notice expressly says extension is discretionary and the engagement does not create a claim to regular appointment or absorption.
Who can apply
The official recruitment notice accepts a master's degree in agribusiness management, agricultural marketing, horticulture, post harvest management, food process engineering and management, food agribusiness management, or food supply chain management. A two year postgraduate diploma in agribusiness management is also listed. The qualification must be from a recognised university or institution.
Candidates need at least two years of relevant experience after obtaining the qualification. The maximum age is 40 years, and the application form asks applicants to state their age on the closing date. Basic computer knowledge is mandatory. The notice separates those essential requirements from desirable experience in coordinating and monitoring agricultural, horticultural or agribusiness projects.
Desirable experience includes tracking physical and financial progress, working with government departments and implementing agencies, examining detailed project reports and identifying obstacles to implementation. Familiarity with horticulture value chains, post harvest management, cold chain infrastructure, marketing, export promotion and market linkages is also listed. Applicants can use their experience certificates and employment history to show how their work relates to these requirements.
- Vacancies: three agribusiness consultants.
- Posting: NHB headquarters, Gurugram.
- Monthly remuneration: Rs 80,000 consolidated.
- Initial term: one year from joining.
- Application deadline: November 25 at 5 pm IST.
- Shortlisted candidate interviews: November 27 from 11 am IST.
What the assignment involves
The consultants will help coordinate approved cluster projects with implementing agencies, state governments, State Horticulture Missions and other stakeholders. Their responsibilities include following project schedules, checking progress against approved detailed project reports and grant agreements, and maintaining records of costs, approved assistance, expenditure, fund use and pending work.
The assignment also covers field visits to verify progress and report achievements, deficiencies, delays and corrective action needed. Consultants will track commitments concerning farmer participation, registration, area coverage, crop targets, infrastructure, market linkages and exports. They may coordinate with agricultural universities, technical institutions, farmer producer organisations, processors and exporters.
Other duties include examining expenditure statements and utilisation certificates, preparing periodic progress reports and review notes, and supporting review and Project Approval Committee meetings. The notice requires consultants to follow up on decisions and examine proposals to modify approved project components. Although headquarters is in Gurugram, official travel to cluster locations and other places in India may be required.
Documents, selection and contract terms
Applications must use the prescribed form, completed and signed, and be emailed to md@nhb.gov.in and nhbpersonnel@gmail.com. The board accepts email submissions only and does not require a physical copy. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered. The form seeks personal and contact details, qualifications, employment history, the nature of duties performed and total relevant experience after qualification.
Applicants must attach self attested degree certificates and mark sheets, experience certificates showing the period and nature of work, a PAN card copy, Aadhaar or another valid photo identity document, a recent passport size colour photograph and other relevant supporting documents. The declaration warns that false, incorrect or misleading information can lead to cancellation of candidature or engagement.
The board will scrutinise eligibility, qualifications and experience before shortlisting. Interviews are scheduled for November 27, 2026, from 11 am IST, with exact slots communicated by email. Interview venue or online mode will be communicated separately. Meeting the eligibility conditions does not guarantee an interview or selection, and the board reserves the right to leave some or all positions unfilled.
Monthly payment depends on satisfactory performance, certification by the concerned divisional head and the prescribed work report. The consolidated amount includes all components, with approved official tour expenses treated separately under board rules. Regular service benefits are excluded. The terms require confidentiality, disclosure of conflicts of interest and return of work products, which remain board property. NHB also reserves the right to terminate the engagement without prior notice.
Other local vacancy reports covered bank operations roles in Sector 20, an experienced finance controller opening and a Sector 27 finance vacancy. The NHB notice has its own qualifications, public programme responsibilities and contractual conditions.
