FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Group A & C Posts Joint Director, Manager (IT), Junior Assistant Grade-II

Q: What is the last date for online application?

The last date for submitting the online application form is 26 June 2026.

Q: How many vacancies are available?

A total of 13 indicative vacancies are available, including 03 Joint Director posts, 02 Manager (IT) posts, and 10 Junior Assistant Grade-II posts.

Q: Who can apply for these posts?

Officers holding regular posts under the Central Government, State Governments, Union Territories, Universities, Recognized Research Institutions, Public Sector Undertakings, Semi-Government, Statutory, or Autonomous Organizations are eligible to apply, subject to the prescribed recruitment rules.

Q: What is the pay level for Joint Director?

The post of Joint Director is placed in Pay Level-12 under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC).

Q: What is the qualification for Manager (IT)?

Candidates should possess a B.Tech or M.Tech degree in Computer Science or a related Engineering discipline, MCA, or a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field as specified in the recruitment rules.

Q: What is the qualification for Junior Assistant Grade-II?

Applicants must have passed the 12th Standard or an equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University and possess the required typing skills and experience.

Q: Is there an application fee?

No application fee has been mentioned in the recruitment notification.

Q: Do I need to submit a hard copy?

Yes. After completing the online application, candidates must submit a duly countersigned hard copy through the proper channel. The hard copy should reach the authority on or before 20 July 2026.

Q: Can I apply if I applied against DEP-01/2025?

Yes. Candidates who previously applied against Advertisement No. DEP-01/2025 for the posts of Joint Director or Manager (IT) are not required to apply again, provided all necessary documents have already been submitted.

Q: What is the tenure for Joint Director?

The deputation tenure for the Joint Director post is three years in the first instance and may be extended as per applicable rules.

Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), a Statutory Authority under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, invites applications for filling up of Group A & C posts on deputation (including short-term contract) on Foreign Service terms basis. Applications are invited from officers holding regular posts in Central Govt./State Govt./Union Territories/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi-Govt./Statutory/Autonomous Organizations. The online application portal will be available from 06 June 2026 to 26 June 2026. Hard copies must be received by 20 July 2026.

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FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Feature	Details
Organization	Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) – Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt. of India
Recruitment Type	Deputation (including short-term contract) on Foreign Service Terms
Total Vacancies	13 (Indicative – may increase or decrease)
Application Mode	Online (FSSAI portal) + Hard Copy through proper channel
Job Location	Anywhere in India
Category	Central Govt. Deputation Posts
Online Application Dates	06 June 2026 to 26 June 2026
Hard Copy Last Date	20 July 2026 (tentative)
Cut-off Date	26 June 2026 (closing date of online application)
Deputation Notice No.	DEP-02/2026
Official Website	www.fssai.gov.in

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Start Date	06 June 2026
Online Application Last Date	26 June 2026
Hard Copy Receipt Last Date	20 July 2026 (tentative)
Cut-off Date for Eligibility	26 June 2026

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Application Fee

Category	Fee
All Candidates	No Application Fee Mentioned

✅ No fee mentioned. Applications must be submitted online through FSSAI portal only.

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

1. Joint Director (Pay Level-12) – 03 Vacancies

Criteria	Details
Source	Officers of Central/State Govt./UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi-Govt./Statutory/Autonomous Organizations
Essential Qualification	(a) BE or B.Tech in Food Technology or Dairy Technology or Biotechnology or Oil Technology or Food Process Engineering or Food Processing Technology or Fruit & Vegetable Technology or Food Safety & Quality Assurance OR Bachelor’s degree (4 years duration) in Medicine/Veterinary sciences/Fisheries/Animal Sciences or any other subject as approved by Food Authority AND (b) Doctorate Degree in any of the aforesaid subjects + published research work in related field
Experience	(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in parent cadre OR (ii) With 3 years regular service in Pay Level-11 or equivalent OR (iii) With 5 years regular service in Pay Level-10 or equivalent OR (iv) With 8 years regular service in Pay Level-8 or equivalent (for Medical/Veterinary/Fisheries/Animal Sciences candidates)

2. Manager (IT) (Pay Level-11) – 02 Vacancies

Criteria	Details
Source	Officers of Central/State Govt./UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi-Govt./Statutory/Autonomous Organizations
Essential Qualification	B.Tech or M.Tech in Computer Science or any other related Engineering Discipline OR MCA OR Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field
Experience	(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in parent cadre OR (ii) With 3 years regular service in Pay Level-7 or equivalent

3. Junior Assistant Grade-II (Pay Level-02) – 10 Vacancies

Criteria	Details
Source	Officers of Central/State Govt./UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi-Govt./Statutory/Autonomous Organizations
Essential Qualification	12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University
Experience	(i) Holding analogous post on regular basis in parent cadre OR (ii) With 3 years service in Pay Level-1 or equivalent + experience in handling diary/dispatch and typing on Computer

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

SI No.	Post Name	Classification	Pay Level (7th CPC)	No. of Vacancies	Tenure (Years)	Place of Posting
01	Joint Director	Group ‘A’	Level-12	03	3	Anywhere in India
02	Manager (IT)	Group ‘A’	Level-11	02	2	Anywhere in India
03	Junior Assistant Grade-II	Group ‘C’	Level-02	10	3	Anywhere in India

Note: Vacancies are indicative and may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Competent Authority.

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Salary Details

CDA Pay Scale	Equivalent IDA Scale
Level-10 (56,100-1,77,500)	E3 (60,000-1,80,000)
Level-11 (67,700-2,08,700)	E4 (70,000-2,00,000)
Level-12 (78,800-2,09,200)	3 years in E5 (80,000-2,20,000) or E6 (90,000-2,40,000)
Level-13 (1,23,100-2,15,900)	E7 (1,00,000-2,60,000)
Level-14 (1,44,200-2,18,200)	E8 (1,20,000-2,80,000)

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

Step 1 – Online Application:

Visit FSSAI official website: www.fssai.gov.in
Go to ‘Jobs@FSSAI (Careers)’ section.
Click on the online application link for DEP-02/2026.
Register and fill the online application form.
Upload required documents (in PDF format).
Submit the application online between 06 June 2026 and 26 June 2026.
Take a printout of the finally submitted online application form.

Step 2 – Hard Copy Submission (Through Proper Channel):

Countersign the hard copy of the application form by the employer/Cadre Controlling Authority with seal.
Attach the following documents:
- Certified copies of APARs/ACRs for the last 5 years (duly attested)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from parent department
- Integrity Certificate
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- Certificate stating: (i) No vigilance/disciplinary case pending/contemplated, (ii) Integrity certified, (iii) List of major/minor penalties imposed (if any)
Send the complete application through proper channel to FSSAI.
Ensure the hard copy reaches within the due date (20 July 2026 tentative).

For Previous Applicants (DEP-01/2025):

Applicants who applied against DEP-01/2025 for Joint Director (Post code: DEP-01/2025-02) and Manager (IT) (Post code: DEP-01/2025-06) need not apply again.
However, ensure all documents (countersigned hard copy, APARs, NOC, Integrity certificate, Vigilance clearance) have been submitted. If not, submit within the current due date.

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Online Application Submission (through FSSAI portal only)
Screening of Applications
Deputation Committee Review
Selection as per deputation norms

Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

Instruction	Details
Online Application Only	Applications not submitted online (through FSSAI portal) will not be considered
Proper Channel	Hard copy must be forwarded through proper channel with all required certificates
Feeder Cadre Exclusion	Departmental officers in feeder cadre who are in direct line of promotion are not eligible
Cut-off Date	26 June 2026 for ascertaining eligibility
Vacancies Indicative	May increase or decrease at discretion of Competent Authority
Right to Cancel	FSSAI reserves right not to fill all or any vacancies or cancel advertisement at any stage
No Immediate Absorption	Deputation posts are exempted from rule of immediate absorption
Enquiry Contact	Email: recruitment.fssai@fssai.gov.in	Phone: 011-23667423

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Deputation Terms

Term	Details
Tenure	1/2/3 years depending on post (first instance), extendable subject to availability of vacancy and performance appraisal
Foreign Service Terms	As per DoPT OM No.6/8/2009-Estt.(Pay II) dated 17 June 2010 and subsequent instructions
Immediate Absorption	Exempted from rule of immediate absorption
Pay	As per deputation rules (parent pay + deputation allowance as applicable)

FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– Documents Required

Document	Details
Online Application Form (Printout)	Duly filled and signed
APARs/ACRs	Certified copies for last 5 years (duly attested)
No Objection Certificate (NOC)	From parent department
Integrity Certificate	From parent department
Vigilance Clearance Certificate	From parent department
Certificate of no vigilance/disciplinary case	Pending/contemplated
List of major/minor penalties	For last 10 years (if any)
Educational Qualification Certificates	As per post requirement
Experience Certificates	As per eligibility
IDA-CDA Equivalency (if applicable)	For PSU/Autonomous Body candidates

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FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date for online application?
The last date for online application is 26 June 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?
13 vacancies (03 Joint Director + 02 Manager (IT) + 10 Junior Assistant Grade-II) – indicative.

Q3. Who can apply for these posts?
Officers holding regular posts in Central Govt./State Govt./UTs/Universities/Recognized Research Institutions/PSUs/Semi-Govt./Statutory/Autonomous Organizations.

Q4. What is the pay level for Joint Director?
Pay Level-12 (7th CPC).

Q5. What is the qualification for Manager (IT)?
B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science or related Engineering Discipline OR MCA OR Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field.

Q6. What is the qualification for Junior Assistant Grade-II?
12th Standard or equivalent from a recognized Board/University + typing experience.

Q7. Is there an application fee?
No application fee is mentioned.

Q8. Do I need to submit a hard copy?
Yes. After online submission, a countersigned hard copy must be sent through proper channel by 20 July 2026.

Q9. Can I apply if I applied against DEP-01/2025?
Yes, for Joint Director and Manager (IT) posts – you need not apply again, but ensure all documents have been submitted.

Q10. What is the tenure for Joint Director?
3 years (first instance), extendable.

Q11. What is the place of posting?
Anywhere in India.

Q12. Where can I find more details?
Visit www.fssai.gov.in under ‘Jobs@FSSAI (Careers)’ section.