Age Limit: The candidates must not be less than 25 years of age as on 01/01/2026.

Nationality: Candidate should be a citizen of India and a permanent resident of the area in respect of which he/ she seeks appointment.

Property: Candidate should have land or immovable property in his/ her name in the area in which he/ she intends to be appointed as Gaon Pradhan.

Children: Candidate should not have more than 2 (two) living children from a single or multiple partner. Candidate should furnish a self-affidavit that the applicant does not have more than two living children from a single/ multiple partner.
 
Government Employee: The candidate should not be a government employee.

Political Party: The candidate should not be a member of any political party.

Educational Qualification: The candidate must have passed 10th standard or matriculation from a recognized institution or board.

Physical Fitness: Candidate should be physically fit and have sound mind.

Insolvency: Candidate should not have been declared as an insolvent or defaulter in payment of Govt. dues.