SPSC Village Level Worker Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 69 VLW Posts
Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC), Gangtok has published an official recruitment advertisement (Advertisement No.: 23/SPSC/EXAM/2026) inviting online applications from eligible local candidates for filling up 69 (sixty-nine) posts of Village Level Worker (VLW) on a temporary-regular basis. The posts belong to Level 9 of the Pay Matrix in the Sikkim State Subordinate Agriculture Service under the Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Government of Sikkim. Candidates possessing a B.Sc. degree in Agriculture or Horticulture can submit their applications online through the official portal of SPSC on or before 31 August 2026.
| Recruitment Authority | Sikkim Public Service Commission (SPSC) |
| Department | Agriculture and Horticulture Department, Government of Sikkim |
| Service Cadre | Sikkim State Subordinate Agriculture Service |
| Post Name | Village Level Worker (VLW) |
| Advertisement No. | 23/SPSC/EXAM/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Total Posts | 69 Vacancies |
| Scale of Pay | Level 9 in the Pay Matrix |
| Nature of Engagement | Temporary-Regular Basis |
| Job Location | Sikkim |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 31 August 2026 |
| Official Website | www.spsc.sikkim.gov.in |
| Official Email | spsc-skm@nic.in |
SPSC Village Level Worker Vacancy Breakdown 2026
A total of 69 vacancies are distributed across various reserved and unreserved categories as specified below:
| Sl. No. | Reservation Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unreserved (UR) | 08 Posts |
| 2 | Bhutia Lepcha (BL) | 08 Posts |
| 3 | Bhutia – Lepcha (Women) | 05 Posts |
| 4 | Bhutia Lepcha (BPL) | 01 Post |
| 5 | Other Backward Classes – Central List (OBC – CL) | 07 Posts |
| 6 | Other Backward Classes – Central List (Women) | 06 Posts |
| 7 | Other Backward Classes – Central List (BPL) | 01 Post |
| 8 | Other Backward Classes – State List (OBC – SL) | 07 Posts |
| 9 | Other Backward Classes – State List (Women) | 05 Posts |
| 10 | Other Backward Classes – State List (BPL) | 01 Post |
| 11 | Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Limboo & Tamang) | 06 Posts |
| 12 | Scheduled Tribe (Women) | 03 Posts |
| 13 | Scheduled Caste (SC) | 02 Posts |
| 14 | Scheduled Caste (Women) | 01 Post |
| 15 | Scheduled Caste (BPL) | 01 Post |
| 16 | Primitive Tribe (PT) | 02 Posts |
| 17 | Primitive Tribe (Women) | 01 Post |
| 18 | Most Backward Classes – State List (MBC – SL) | 02 Posts |
| 19 | Weaker Section of the Society (WSS) | 02 Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 69 Posts | |
Horizontal Reservation Distribution
| Horizontal Category | Category-Wise Roster Allocation |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) | • Blind & Low Vision: 01 Post • Deaf & Hard of Hearing: 01 Post • Locomotor Disability: 01 Post • Autism, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability: 01 Post |
| Sports Persons and Artisans of Excellence (SPAE) | • OBC (CL): 01 Post • OBC (SL): 01 Post • ST: 01 Post • GEN: 01 Post |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | • PT: 01 Post • MBC (SL): 01 Post |
| Paramilitary Forces & Assam Rifles (PFAR) | • OBC (SL): 01 Post |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates intending to apply for the Village Level Worker post must fulfill the educational qualifications, age parameters, and documentation requirements specified by SPSC:
- Minimum Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc. Agriculture or B.Sc. Horticulture from an Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) recognized University or Institute.
- Candidates holding an M.Sc. degree in any discipline of Agriculture or Horticulture must mandatorily possess a B.Sc. in Agriculture or Horticulture.
- Candidates awaiting their final examination results are not eligible to apply.
- Other Essential Criteria:
- Must be able to read, write, and speak in one of the State languages.
- Must be conversant with local customs and traditions of Sikkim.
- Candidate must possess a valid Local Employment Card issued by the appropriate authority of the Government of Sikkim.
- Age Limit (as on 31 August 2026):
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
- Required State Documents:
- Possession of either Sikkim Subject Certificate (SSC) or Certificate of Identification (COI) issued by the competent authority.
- Category Certificate issued by the competent authority of the Government of Sikkim.
- Marital Status Certificate (for female candidates); in case of married female candidates, COI/SSC of the husband must be enclosed.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Head of Department for candidates already employed in government service.
Application Fee & Mode of Payment
Candidates must pay the prescribed application fee online:
- Application Fee: Rs. 200/- (Rupees Two Hundred only).
- Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking or Debit/Credit Card (Visa/MasterCard).
- Note: The fee once deposited shall not be refunded or adjusted under any circumstances.
Scheme of Examination & Syllabus
The competitive written examination will consist of two papers. The questions will be of multiple choice/objective type (MCQ) on OMR sheets with negative marking:
| Paper | Subject | Questions / Structure | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper – I | General English | 50 MCQs + Essay Writing & Precis Writing (10 Marks) | 60 Marks | 1 Hour 30 Minutes |
| General Knowledge | 40 MCQs (Current affairs, State and National events/history) | 40 Marks | ||
| Paper – II | Agriculture & Horticulture | 300 MCQs based on core Agriculture and Horticulture syllabus | 300 Marks | 3 Hours |
How to Apply for SPSC Village Level Worker Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates must register and submit their applications online by following the procedure below:
- Visit the official portal of the Sikkim Public Service Commission at www.spsc.sikkim.gov.in.
- Click on the online application link for Village Level Worker (VLW) Recruitment 2026.
- Register your basic details to create your login profile or sign in using existing credentials.
- Carefully fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, category, and domicile information.
- Upload clear scanned copies of required documents including Sikkim Subject Certificate/COI, B.Sc. Degree certificate, Local Employment Card, Category Certificate, and photograph/signature.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 200/- through Net Banking or Credit/Debit Card.
- Verify all filled entries, submit the online form, and print/save the confirmation page for future reference.
| Advertisement Notification Date | 09 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 31 August 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Age & Qualification | 31 August 2026 |
| Written Examination Date | To be notified on the SPSC website |
| Admit Card Release Date | To be announced through official notice |
Important Links of SPSC VLW Recruitment 2026
| Online Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Official Advertisement PDF | Download Notification |
| Notification | Download Syllabus |
| Syllabus | Download Syllabus |
| Free Online Tools | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
