The National Horticulture Board (NHB), Gurugram, Haryana, has released the NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026 notification for 3 vacancies. Eligible candidates with a relevant Master's Degree or a two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Agri Business Management and at least 2 years of relevant experience can apply. The selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 80,000 per month. Applications must be submitted by email on or before 25 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. The engagement is purely contractual, initially for one year.
NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026: Overview
- Company Name: National Horticulture Board (NHB)
- Post Name: Agribusiness Consultant
- Number of Posts: 3
- Advertisement Number: NHB/Pers./Engagement of Consultants/CDP/2026/3363
- Notification Date: 13 November 2026
- Job Type: Contractual
- Job Location: NHB Headquarters, Gurugram, Haryana, with official visits to CDP cluster locations and other places in India as directed by NHB
- Monthly Remuneration: Rs. 80,000 (consolidated)
- Application Mode: Email
- Last Date to Apply: 25 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM
- Official Website: National Horticulture Board
NHB Vacancy 2026 and Eligibility Criteria
The National Horticulture Board is filling 3 Agribusiness Consultant positions. Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualification, experience and age requirements before submitting their applications.
Vacancy Details
- Post: Agribusiness Consultant
- Total Vacancies: 3
Educational Qualification
Applicants must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognised University or Institution:
- Master's Degree in Agribusiness Management.
- Master's Degree in Agricultural Marketing.
- Master's Degree in Horticulture.
- Master's Degree in Post Harvest Management.
- Master's Degree in Food Process Engineering and Management.
- Master's Degree in Food Agri-Business Management.
- Master's Degree in Food Supply Chain Management.
- Two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Agri Business Management.
In addition to the prescribed qualification, candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant post-qualification work experience. Basic knowledge of computers is mandatory.
Desirable Experience and Skills
The following experience and skills are desirable for the Agribusiness Consultant position:
- Experience in coordinating, implementing and monitoring agriculture, horticulture, agribusiness or infrastructure projects.
- Ability to monitor physical and financial progress and coordinate with Government Departments, State agencies, Implementing Agencies, FPOs/FPCs and financial institutions.
- Experience in monitoring project execution, identifying implementation challenges and examining Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) and project reports.
- Knowledge of fund utilisation, scheme compliance, review meetings and field visits.
- Understanding of horticulture value chains, post-harvest management, cold-chain infrastructure, marketing, export promotion and market linkages.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 40 years as on the closing date of the application. Any specific age relaxation details are not specified in the provided notification information.
NHB Agribusiness Consultant Salary and Contract Terms
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 80,000 per month. The amount is inclusive of all components. No additional allowances, perquisites or service benefits will be provided, except approved official tour expenses.
Duration of Engagement
- The appointment is purely contractual and will initially be for one year from the date of joining.
- The contract may be extended on a yearly basis, depending on satisfactory performance, the continued requirement of NHB and approval of the competent authority.
- Extension is not automatic, and the engagement does not create any right to regular appointment, absorption or continued service in NHB.
- NHB reserves the right to terminate the engagement at any time without assigning a reason or giving prior notice.
NHB Recruitment 2026 Selection Process and Application Fee
Selection Process
The selection of Agribusiness Consultants will be based on the scrutiny of applications and an interview or interaction with shortlisted candidates.
- Applications will be examined based on eligibility, educational qualifications and relevant work experience.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or interaction.
- Interview details will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through email.
- The interview is scheduled for 27 November 2026, from 11:00 AM onwards. The exact time slot will be communicated by email.
- NHB reserves the right to adopt an appropriate selection process and may decide not to fill any or all vacancies.
Application Fee
The application fee is not specified in the notification.
NHB Agribusiness Consultant Important Dates 2026
- Notification Date: 13 November 2026
- Last Date for Email Application: 25 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM
- Interview Date for Shortlisted Candidates: 27 November 2026, from 11:00 AM onwards
How to Apply for NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must submit their applications through email using the prescribed application format. Follow these steps to apply:
- Download and complete the prescribed application form attached to the NHB recruitment notification.
- Fill in all required details and sign the application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational degree certificates and mark sheets.
- Attach self-attested experience certificates showing the duration and nature of work experience.
- Include a self-attested copy of your PAN Card, a recent passport-size colour photograph and other relevant supporting documents.
- Send the completed application and documents by email to md@nhb.gov.in and nhbpersonnel@gmail.com.
- Submit the application on or before 25 November 2026, 5:00 PM.
Applications are accepted through email only. A physical copy of the application is not required. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered. Merely meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee an interview call or selection.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – NHB Recruitment 2026
1. How many vacancies are available in NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026?
The National Horticulture Board has announced 3 vacancies for the Agribusiness Consultant post.
2. What is the educational qualification required for NHB Agribusiness Consultant posts?
Candidates must have a relevant Master's Degree in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Marketing, Horticulture, Post Harvest Management or one of the other specified disciplines, or a two-year PG Diploma in Agri Business Management. At least 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience and basic computer knowledge are also mandatory.
3. What is the age limit for NHB Agribusiness Consultant Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 40 years as on the closing date of the application.
4. What is the salary for NHB Agribusiness Consultants?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 80,000 per month.
5. What is the last date and application mode for NHB Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 25 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM. Applications must be submitted by email to md@nhb.gov.in and nhbpersonnel@gmail.com.
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