VDO Recruitment 2025 – Complete Overview
The Village Development Officer (VDO) or Gram Vikas Adhikari Recruitment is conducted by State Subordinate Services Selection Commissions, like UPSSSC in Uttar Pradesh and RSMSSB in Rajasthan. VDO plays a key role in rural governance, acting as a bridge between the village community and government development schemes.
Exam Overview
| Particulars | Details |
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| Exam Name | VDO Recruitment 2025 / Gram Vikas Adhikari Bharti |
| Conducting Body | UPSSSC / RSMSSB / Other State Commissions |
| Post Name | Village Development Officer (VDO) |
| Category | Group ‘C’ Government Job |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Exam + Document Verification |
| Job Location | Rural Areas of the respective state |
| Official Website | Varies by state (e.g., upsssc.gov.in, rsmssb.rajasthan.gov.in) |
Eligibility CriteriaEducational Qualification:
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10+2 (Intermediate) pass with CCC Computer Certificate.
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Graduation from a recognized university (for some states).
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Knowledge of local language and basic computer skills is preferred.
Age Limit:
Nationality:
Application Process
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Visit the official website of the respective commission (e.g., UPSSSC, RSMSSB).
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Complete the registration with a valid mobile number and email ID.
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Fill in the application form with personal and academic details.
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Upload required documents – photo, signature, and certificates.
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Pay the application fee (₹25–₹100 depending on category).
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Submit and download the application form for future use.
Exam Pattern
Written Exam Pattern (May vary slightly by state):
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|
| General Hindi | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge | 25 | 25 |
| Rural Development & Panchayati Raj | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 2 Hours
Syllabus
General Hindi:
Grammar, sentence correction, synonyms/antonyms, idioms, and reading comprehension.
General Intelligence:
Coding-decoding, puzzles, analogy, classification, direction sense, series.
General Knowledge:
Current events, Indian History, Geography, Constitution, Economy, Polity, Schemes.
Rural Development & Panchayati Raj:
Structure of Panchayati Raj, 73rd Amendment, Rural Schemes (MGNREGA, PMAY), Local governance, and Gram Sabha functions.
Admit Card
The admit card will be available for download 10–15 days before the exam on the official website. Use your registration number and date of birth to download it.
Exam Centers
The examination will be conducted at various centers across the respective state. Candidates can select their preferred center during the application process.
Preparation Tips
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Start your preparation with NCERT books and state board books.
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Focus on Panchayati Raj and rural development topics.
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Practice mock tests and previous years' papers regularly.
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Improve time management and accuracy for objective questions.
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Stay updated with current affairs related to government schemes.
Cut-Off Marks
The cut-off depends on:
Expected Cutoff (General Category):
65–75 marks out of 100 (may vary by state)
Career Opportunities
Once selected, VDOs work at the village level, managing:
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Implementation of rural development schemes
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Coordination between district administration and Gram Panchayats
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Reporting and documentation of local development work
Pay Scale:
₹21,700 – ₹69,100 (Level 3 Pay Matrix) + other allowances
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