Food Corporation of India — Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
| Last Date to Apply | 20 May 2026 |
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| Post Name | Manager & Assistant Grade (Category II & III) |
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| Qualification | Graduate, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, CA, CS, or Master's Degree |
| Age Limit | 18-35 Years |
| Salary | As per Central PSU Pay Scales |
| Application Fee | Refer to Official Notification |
| Selection Process | Online Test, Interview (for Managers), Skill Test (for Steno/Typist), Document Verification |
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is one of the largest Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) responsible for food security in India. For candidates aspiring to join as Manager (Category II) or Assistant Grade (Category III), understanding the FCI Eligibility Criteria 2026 is the first step. This guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the educational requirements, age limits, and relaxation norms according to official standards.
Candidates must possess degrees from recognized universities (UGC/AICTE approved). Below is the detailed requirement for various posts:
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Manager (General/Depot/Movement) | Graduate degree with minimum 60% marks OR CA/ICWA/CS. |
| Manager (Accounts) | Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce OR CA/ICWA/CS. |
| Manager (Technical) | B.Sc. in Agriculture OR B.Tech/B.E. in Food Science, Food Technology, or Agricultural Engineering. |
| Manager (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical) | B.E./B.Tech in the respective Engineering discipline. |
| Manager (Hindi) | Master’s degree in Hindi with English as a subject at degree level (and vice versa) plus translation experience. |
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| AG III (General/Depot) | Graduate in any discipline with proficiency in computers. |
| AG III (Accounts) | Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) from a recognized university. |
| AG III (Technical) | B.Sc. in Agriculture or B.Sc. with Botany/Zoology/Bio-Technology/Food Science. |
| Stenographer Grade II | Graduate degree with O level of DOEACC or speed of 40/80 wpm in typing/shorthand. |
| Typist (Hindi) | Graduation with 30 WPM speed in Hindi Typing. |
The age limit varies based on the specific category and post. The minimum age for all posts is 18 years.
Reserved category candidates are entitled to age relaxations as per Central Government rules:
A candidate must be either:
Candidates qualifying the written exam and interview must produce the following during document verification:
Securing a government position under Food Corporation of India requires a disciplined and strategic approach. Candidates with Graduate, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, CA, CS, or Master's Degree qualifications should focus on the following:
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The educational qualification required for this recruitment is: Graduate, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Com, CA, CS, or Master's Degree. Please always refer to the official notification PDF linked in the "Source/Official Links" section above for the most accurate and complete eligibility criteria, including age limits, experience requirements, and category-specific relaxations.
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