Assessment of Job Performance of Agriculture Officers of State Department of Agriculture Rajasthan

This study aims to assess the job performance of agriculture officers (AOs) in the State Department of Agriculture, Rajasthan. Agriculture plays a vital role in India’s economy, yet it faces numerous challenges that affect the efficiency of its workforce. The study assesses the performance of 100 agriculture officers from eight districts of Rajasthan using a self-assessment tool with 36 job responsibilities. The data were collected with the help of self-assessment tool and analyzed with the suitable statistical procedures. One of the main challenges of this study was to collect authentic data of the officers about their performance. The study also faces challenges related to the availability of comprehensive data on the impact of external factors such as government policies, financial support, and environmental conditions, which could also influence the performance of agriculture officers. The results indicate that 83% of the respondents possess high job performance, while 17% demonstrate medium job performance. Factors such as age, qualifications, service experience, training received, and workload perception were found to significantly influence job performance. The study highlights the importance of qualifications, professional training, and workload management in improving the job performance of agriculture officers. The findings suggest that targeted interventions, such as further training and career development opportunities, are essential to enhance the effectiveness of AOs and strengthen the agricultural sector in Rajasthan.