Dairy Development Officer
Your morning involves visiting five villages in a dairy cooperative district, collecting milk quality samples for fat content testing and advising farmers on mastitis prevention in their cattle herds. Afternoons are spent at the district dairy development office, processing farmer registration applications for milk procurement schemes, and coordinating with NDDB for artificial insemination camp scheduling.
SALARY RANGE
₹4L - ₹9L /yr
DEMAND
5/10
GROWTH
5/10
STREAM
Science_PCB
SECTOR
Government
AVG SALARY (LPA)
₹6.5L
WFH POSSIBLE
No
TREND
Stable
Your Success Roadmap
Step 1: Clear 12th (Biology/Agriculture)
Clear 12th (Biology/Agriculture)
Step 2: B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) or B.Sc. Dairy Technology
B.V.Sc. & A.H. (Bachelor of Veterinary Science) or B.Sc. Dairy Technology
Step 3: Clear state/UPSC Agricultural Services exam
Clear state/UPSC Agricultural Services exam
Step 4: Training at NDDB or state dairy development board
Training at NDDB or state dairy development board
Step 5: Field Officer / Dairy Development Officer
Field Officer / Dairy Development Officer
Step 6: Senior Development Officer
Senior Development Officer
Step 7: District Dairy Officer
District Dairy Officer
Market Analysis & Insights
50%
Inclusive work environment
5 Years
Post-Class 12 preparation
No
Entrepreneurial opportunities
Medium
Nature of day-to-day work
Regional Relevance: Pan-India
Recommended Certifications
Key Skills Required
Top Colleges in India
A Typical Day in This Career
As a Dairy Development Officer, your day typically begins with strategic planning and client interactions. You'll spend most of your time solving complex problems and collaborating with team members. No two days are exactly alike, making it a dynamic and fulfilling choice for those who love to learn.
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