KRDP recruitment 2026: apply for 12,878 posts from November 26 to 30

The Khadi Reform and Development Programme (KRDP) has announced recruitment for 12,878 vacant Group B and Group C posts across various roles. The official notification for the KRDP 2026 recruitment was released on October 26, 2026, on its official website, krdp.org.in. The online registration link became active on October 26, 2026, and will remain open until November 25, 2026.

Prospective candidates can submit their online application forms for these positions from November 26 to November 30, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill many positions, from Multi Tasking Staff to Khadi Development Officer, based on candidates’ qualifications.

KRDP 2026 Vacancy Details and Application Process

A total of 12,878 vacant posts have been announced by the Khadi Reform and Development Programme. These positions span various roles, including Khadi Development Officer, Khadi Inspector, Account Officer, Technical Officer, Field Officer, Executive Khadi, Executive Village Industries, Supervisor Grade III, Junior Assistant, Village Industries Worker, Lower Division Clerk, Driver, and Multi Tasking Staff. The application mode is entirely online, and there is no application fee for any category of candidates.

The application window for submitting the KRDP 2026 application form is from November 26 to November 30, 2026. Candidates are advised to thoroughly review the notification on krdp.org.in before proceeding with their applications.

Eligibility Criteria and Selection Procedure

To be eligible for the KRDP 2026 recruitment, candidates must be citizens of India. The age limit for applicants is set between 18 and 40 years. Age relaxation provisions are available for candidates belonging to reserved categories, with some eligible up to 45 years of age. Educational qualifications vary depending on the post, ranging from Class 10 and Class 12 passes to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, or engineering qualifications.

The selection process for the KRDP 2026 recruitment includes several stages. These stages comprise a Skill Test (if applicable for certain posts), Document Verification, a Medical Examination, and the compilation of a Final Merit list. Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification at a later stage.

LAHDC-KSSRB Recruitment for District Cadre Posts

Separately, the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council–Kargil Subordinate Services Recruitment Board (LAHDC-KSSRB) issued advertisement notice No. 02 of 2026 on October 21, 2026, for district cadre posts. The online application window for these posts opened on October 27, 2026, and will close on November 27, 2026. The last date for making online fee payments for LAHDC-KSSRB posts is also November 27, 2026.

The age limit for LAHDC-KSSRB posts is 18-40 years as on January 1, 2026. Age relaxation is provided, with 5 years for SC/ST/ALC categories and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Candidates in government service who have rendered not less than three years of regular and continuous service are eligible for age relaxation up to 45 years for SC/ST/ALC categories.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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