KRDP Recruitment 2026: The Khadi Reforms and Development Programme (KRDP), under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for 12,878 Group B and Group C vacancies. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online for various posts including Khadi Development Officer, Khadi Inspector, Account Officer, Technical Officer, Field Officer, Junior Assistant, Lower Division Clerk, Driver and Multi Tasking Staff (MTS).

According to the official notification, the online registration process will begin on 26 October 2026, while the final submission of the online application will close on 30 November 2026 at 6:00 PM. The Computer Based Examination date will be announced later.

Candidates should carefully check the post-wise educational qualification, age limit, vacancy details and other eligibility conditions before applying.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 – Overview

KRDP Vacancy 2026 – Post Wise Details

A total of 12,878 vacancies have been announced across Group B and Group C posts.

Group B Vacancies

Group C Vacancies

The official notification provides category-wise vacancy distribution for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS and UR candidates.

Category Wise Vacancy

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The educational qualification and age limit vary according to the post.

Candidates must possess the required qualification on or before 30 November 2026. Candidates whose required qualification is incomplete or whose result is awaited by the closing date will not be accepted.

Group B Educational Qualification

The detailed post-wise qualifications are specified in the notification.

Group C Educational Qualification

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

The general age limit mentioned for the advertised posts is 18 to 40 years.

For Government servants, the upper age limit may be relaxed up to 45 years, subject to the applicable recruitment rules.

The crucial date for determining the age limit is 30 November 2026.

Age Relaxation

The notification provides age relaxation as per applicable Government of India rules:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC (NCL): 3 years
• PwD-UR: 10 years
• PwD-OBC (NCL): 13 years
• PwD-SC/ST: 15 years
• Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India rules
• Certain J&K domicile candidates: 5 years as specified in the notification

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale

The salary varies according to the post and Pay Level.

Selected candidates will initially be placed on two years’ probation. After successful completion of probation, they will be regularized according to the applicable rules.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

According to the notification, the application fee for all the advertised Group B and Group C posts is Nil.

The notification’s fee table specifies Nill for both categories across the listed Group B and Group C posts.

KRDP employees applying under the advertisement are also covered by the applicable rules, including no application fee.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process generally consists of:

• Computer Based Test (CBT)
• Skill/Typing Test for applicable posts
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination
• Final Merit and Appointment

The notification states that candidates shortlisted through the CBT will be called for verification of original documents. Candidates who successfully complete document verification will undergo medical fitness examination.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Test will be conducted for 2 hours and will contain 120 objective-type questions.

Group B & Group C CBT

Each MCQ carries 1 mark. There is no negative marking for wrong answers, while no marks are awarded for unattempted questions. The question paper will be bilingual in English and Hindi.

Typing Test for Junior Assistant and LDC

Candidates applying for Junior Assistant and Lower Division Clerk posts will have to qualify in the Stage-II skill/typing test.

The typing/skill test is qualifying in nature, and marks obtained in the skill test will not be counted for final merit.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Exam Cities

The notification provides examination cities including:

• Delhi/NCR
• Mumbai
• Bengaluru
• Hyderabad
• Jaipur
• Pune
• Thiruvananthapuram
• Lucknow
• Patna
• Ranchi
• Ahmedabad
• Jammu
• Bhubaneswar
• Varanasi
• Shillong

Candidates are required to choose three examination cities in order of preference. KRDP reserves the right to allot or change the examination city.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents/information ready while completing the application:

• Valid Email ID
• Valid Mobile Number
• Personal details
• Educational qualification details
• Recent photograph
• Signature
• Date of Birth proof
• Graduation/Post-Graduation certificates, where applicable
• SC/ST/OBC-NCL certificate, where applicable
• PwD certificate, where applicable
• Ex-Servicemen certificate, where applicable
• J&K domicile certificate, where applicable

The notification specifies the required file formats and sizes for photographs, signatures and certificates.

How to Apply for KRDP Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates must apply online only through the KRDP website. Applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.

Step 1 – Registration

1. 1
   Visit the KRDP website.
2. 2
   Open the Vacancy section.
3. 3
   Read the instructions carefully.
4. 4
   Accept the terms and conditions.
5. 5
   Enter a valid email ID and mobile number.
6. 6
   Complete the registration process.

The login/OTP details will be sent to the registered email ID.

Step 2 – Online Application

1. 1
   Log in using the provided credentials.
2. 2
   Fill in personal and educational details.
3. 3
   Select the desired post.
4. 4
   Upload the required photograph, signature and certificates.
5. 5
   Preview the application carefully.
6. 6
   Make corrections, if required.
7. 7
   Submit the application before the deadline.
8. 8
   Save/print the submitted application for future reference.

Important Rules for Multiple Applications

A candidate can apply for one post under each Group. If multiple applications are submitted for the same Group, the last application will be treated as final, while previous applications will become null and void.

Candidates applying for posts under different Groups must register separately with a unique email ID and submit the applicable application separately for each post.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 Important Links

KRDP Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

• Apply online only.
• Complete Step-I registration before 25 November 2026, 6:00 PM.
• Complete Step-II application submission by 30 November 2026, 6:00 PM.
• Check all details carefully before final submission.
• Keep your registered email ID and mobile number active.
• Carry the required original documents during Document Verification.
• The admit card will be downloaded from the website; it will not be sent by post.
• Candidates must carry the printed E-Admit Card and an original photo ID to the examination.
• Electronic devices such as mobile phones, calculators, Bluetooth devices, headphones and laptops are prohibited inside the examination centre.

KRDP Recruitment 2026 FAQs