Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) released this recruitment notification on 9 July 2026 on its official website. This is for the post of Village Level Worker (VLW) under the Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Government of Sikkim. Applications are open online and close on 31 August 2026. SPSC VLW Recruitment is only for candidates having B.Sc Agriculture or Horticulture graduates from Sikkim who want a Level-9 state government post through direct recruitment.
The total number of vacancies is 69. A full category-wise breakdown follows below. The post is under the Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Government of Sikkim, with postings across the state (the notification does not name individual villages or blocks). Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Sikkim Public Service Commission notification 23/SPSC/Exam/2026 dated 9 July 2026.
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Quick summary of SPSC VLW Recruitment
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) |
| Post | Village Level Worker (VLW) |
| Total vacancy | 69 VLE posts |
| Pay level | Level-9 of the Pay Matrix (temporary-regular basis) |
| Application mode | Online at spsc.sikkim.gov.in |
| Eligibility | B.Sc Agriculture/Horticulture from an ICAR-recognised institute; age 18–40 years |
| Selection process | Written Examination, then document scrutiny |
| Place of posting | Across Sikkim, under the Agriculture and Horticulture Department (exact location not mentioned in the official notification) |
| Last date | 31 August 2026 |
| Who can apply | Local candidates of Sikkim with a B.Sc Agriculture or Horticulture degree |
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About the organisation
Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) is the constitutional body that runs recruitment for Government of Sikkim posts. It was set up under Article 315 of the Constitution of India after Sikkim became part of the Indian Union in May 1975. SPSC is headquartered at the Old Tourism Complex, M.G. Marg, Gangtok. For candidates, an SPSC post means a formal, exam-based selection into a state government cadre, with reservation rules that favour candidates who are domiciled in Sikkim.
More Sikkim government job vacancies are listed on the state jobs page.
Reaching Gangtok and who this job suits
The notification asks candidates to read, write and speak a State language and to know local customs and traditions. This means the post is meant for candidates who already live in or are familiar with Sikkim, not for a general all-India applicant pool. B.Sc Agriculture and Horticulture graduates trained at institutes such as the College of Agricultural Engineering and Post Harvest Technology (CAEPHT), Ranipool, are a natural fit for this recruitment. This is added context based on general travel and education information, not part of the official notification.
Important dates
The table below has the two dates that matter for this recruitment.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 9 July 2026 |
| Last date for submission of online application | 31 August 2026 |
| Age calculated as on | 31 August 2026 |
The notification does not give a separate reporting time, since there is no interview or walk-in stage at this point. Candidates must, however, bring a valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter’s Card, or Driving Licence) along with their e-Admit Card to the examination centre once dates are announced.
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Vacancy details and salary
There is one post — Village Level Worker (VLW) — placed in Level-9 of the Pay Matrix under the Sikkim State Subordinate Agriculture Service. The 69 vacancies are split across 19 reservation categories, reproduced in full below.
| Sl. No. | Reservation Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 8 |
| 2 | Bhutia-Lepcha (BL) | 8 |
| 3 | Bhutia-Lepcha (Women) | 5 |
| 4 | Bhutia-Lepcha (BPL) | 1 |
| 5 | Other Backward Classes – Central List | 7 |
| 6 | Other Backward Classes – Central List (Women) | 6 |
| 7 | Other Backward Classes – Central List (BPL) | 1 |
| 8 | Other Backward Classes – State List | 7 |
| 9 | Other Backward Classes – State List (Women) | 5 |
| 10 | Other Backward Classes – State List (BPL) | 1 |
| 11 | Scheduled Tribe (Limboo & Tamang) | 6 |
| 12 | Scheduled Tribe (Limboo & Tamang) (Women) | 3 |
| 13 | Scheduled Caste | 2 |
| 14 | Scheduled Caste (Women) | 1 |
| 15 | Scheduled Caste (BPL) | 1 |
| 16 | Primitive Tribe (PT) | 2 |
| 17 | Primitive Tribe (PT) (Women) | 1 |
| 18 | Most Backward Classes – State List | 2 |
| 19 | Weaker Section of the Society (WSS) | 2 |
| TOTAL | 69 |
Note 1: If enough eligible women candidates are not available up to 33% in any category, the unfilled vacancies will be filled by male candidates of the same reserved category, as per Notification No. M(14)/136/GEN/DOP dated 26.11.2018.
Horizontal reservations (these posts are carved out from the categories above, not added on top of 69):
| Reservation type | Break-up |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD) | Blind & Low Vision – 1; Deaf & Hard of Hearing – 1; Locomotor Disability – 1; Autism/Intellectual Disability/Specific Learning Disability, etc. – 1 |
| Sports Person and Artisans of Excellence (SPAE) | OBC (Central List) – 1; OBC (State List) – 1; ST – 1; General – 1 |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | Primitive Tribe – 1; MBC (State List) – 1 |
| Paramilitary Forces and Assam Rifles (PFAR) | OBC (State List) – 1 |
Note 2: There is no carry-forward of roster points reserved for SPAE, ESM and PFAR. If enough eligible candidates are not available even after interchange among BL/ST/OBC(CL)/OBC(SL)/SC/PT/MBC(SL)/WSS, the unfilled vacancies will go to candidates of the same reserved category, as per Notification No. M(14)/136/GEN/DOP dated 26.11.2018.
Salary: The notification places the post in Level-9 of the Pay Matrix but does not print a rupee figure. During probation, apprenticeship or training, pay will instead follow Notification No. 489/GEN/DOP dated 31.10.2011, which is usually lower than the confirmed Level-9 scale.
Added context, not part of the official notification: Sikkim’s Level-9 pay band has previously started at a basic pay of around Rs. 25,400 per month (pay band Rs. 5,200–20,200), before dearness allowance, house rent allowance, Sikkim Border Compensatory Allowance and other allowances are added. Confirm the current figure, and the exact probation-period pay, with SPSC or the Finance Department, Government of Sikkim.
Eligibility
Educational qualification (same for all 69 posts): Candidates need a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture from an ICAR-recognised University or Institute. Candidates with an M.Sc. in any discipline of Agriculture or Horticulture must also hold a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture — the M.Sc. alone is not enough.
Other qualifications:
- Must be able to read, write and speak one of the State languages.
- Must be conversant with the local customs and traditions of Sikkim.
Age limit: Candidates must have turned 18 years, and must not have crossed 40 years, as on 31 August 2026 (Notification No. M(3)/(55)/GEN/DOP/Pt.III dated 03.07.2017).
Candidates must hold all prescribed qualifications, documents and age criteria as on the closing date of application. Candidates who are still waiting for their final results are not eligible to apply, as per Notification No. 177/GEN/DOP dated 29.01.2026.
Documents required:
- Sikkim Subject Certificate or Certificate of Identification (COI)
- Category Certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of Sikkim
- Valid Local Employment Card issued by the appropriate authority
- No Objection Certificate from the Head of Department, for candidates already employed
- Marital Status Certificate for female candidates; married women candidates must also enclose the COI/Sikkim Subject Certificate of their husband
Selection process
Selection has two stages. The syllabus and detailed scheme for the Written Examination are in Appendix-I, available for download on the SPSC website.
- Written Examination, conducted by the Commission.
- Document scrutiny for candidates who qualify the written exam. Shortlisted candidates must submit attested photocopies of all relevant documents on the dates the Commission specifies.
No TA/DA is admissible for attending the examination. Admission to every stage is provisional; if a candidate is later found not to meet the eligibility conditions, the Commission can cancel their candidature without notice, at any point in the process.
Application fee
The application fee is Rs. 200/-, payable online through Net Banking or Credit/Debit Card (Visa/MasterCard). The fee is not refunded or adjusted for any other purpose once paid.
How to apply
- Visit the SPSC application portal (linked below).
- Read the advertisement and the website instructions carefully before starting.
- Register and fill in the online application with personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Pay the Rs. 200/- application fee online.
- Submit the form on or before 31 August 2026.
Applications sent through any mode other than online will not be accepted and will be rejected outright. E-Admit Cards will be published later on the Commission’s website; candidates should download and print them when available.
Documents to keep ready: Sikkim Subject Certificate/COI, Category Certificate, Local Employment Card, No Objection Certificate (if employed), Marital Status Certificate (if applicable), B.Sc Agriculture/Horticulture mark sheets and certificate, and a valid Photo ID proof.
Important links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official SPSC VLW notification PDF | Full notification with all 69 posts, dates and eligibility |
| SPSC RPA 3.0 apply online portal guide | Step-by-step help for the SPSC Recruitment Processing System (RPA) portal |
| Latest Sikkim government job vacancies | More SPSC and Sikkim state recruitment notices |
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FAQs
What is the educational qualification for SPSC VLW Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture from an ICAR-recognised University or Institute. This applies to all 69 posts; there is no separate qualification by category.
Can M.Sc. holders apply without a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture?
No. The notification states that M.Sc. holders in any Agriculture or Horticulture discipline must also possess a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture. The M.Sc. alone does not meet the eligibility criteria.
How many total vacancies are there, and what is the age limit?
There are 69 vacancies in total, spread across 19 reservation categories. The age limit is 18 to 40 years, calculated as on 31 August 2026.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Jharna Singh runs the regional desk for Sikkim and West Bengal. She covers recruitment, scholarships, college admissions, and apprenticeships — the updates that matter most to readers in our home region. She checks every notification carefully, so the eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application steps are always correct and easy to follow. The State Desk covers SSC and WBPSC job openings, state scholarships, district-level recruitment drives, and apprenticeships under NATS and NAPS — straightforward, reliable updates. Know more