FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026 | 15 Group A and C Posts

FSSAI deputation recruitment 2026 is available through the official recruiting body. Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has published an official notice for Joint Director, Manager IT and Junior Assistant. This guide summarises the verified application details and government deputation service, APAR and vigilance records, food regulation or administration, IT management, and office support experience. This article summarises the verified notice and keeps the official application route below.

The notification is Circular DEP-02/2026. The location context is FSSAI offices as assigned in the official deputation notice. Candidates should use the full notice for category, reservation, and post-specific conditions.

FSSAI deputation recruitment 2026: Quick Facts

Recruiting body	Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
Post or examination	Joint Director, Manager IT and Junior Assistant
Notification	Circular DEP-02/2026
Vacancies	15 posts: 3 Joint Director, 2 Manager (IT), and 10 Junior Assistant Grade-II
Location	FSSAI offices as assigned in the official deputation notice
Important dates	Online applications opened on 6 June 2026 and close on 26 June 2026

Vacancies, Pay, Fee and Important Dates

The official vacancy position is 15 posts: 3 Joint Director, 2 Manager (IT), and 10 Junior Assistant Grade-II. Joint Director Pay Level 12, Manager IT Pay Level 11, and Junior Assistant Grade-II Pay Level 2

The application schedule is: Online applications opened on 6 June 2026 and close on 26 June 2026. The fee position is: No application fee is stated in the deputation circular. Applicants should complete payment and final submission before the stated deadline.

Eligibility and Age Conditions

Eligibility must be complete by the date stated in the notice. A similar course name does not automatically qualify unless the recruiting body accepts it.

• Applicants must satisfy the post-wise education, experience, age, service, category, and nationality conditions in the official notice.
• Eligibility is assessed against the official requirements for government deputation service, APAR and vigilance records, food regulation or administration, IT management, and office support experience.
• Candidates should not rely on a summary where the detailed advertisement sets a more specific condition.
• Reservation or relaxation applies only with valid certificates in the prescribed format.
• All claims in the application must be supported during document verification.

Selection Process

The recruiting body controls shortlisting and can apply the conditions in the official notice. Candidates should track notices, email, and the application portal after submission.

• Shortlisting or screening will follow the method stated in the detailed advertisement.
• A written test, skill test, interview, medical examination, or document verification may apply depending on the post.
• Candidates must meet the cut-off and eligibility conditions at every stage.
• Final appointment remains subject to verification and the recruiting body's decision.

Documents to Keep Ready

Names, dates, marks, and category details should match the supporting records. Correct discrepancies before document verification whenever the rules allow it.

• Education certificates and complete marksheets.
• Date-of-birth and government identity proof.
• Experience or service certificates in the required format.
• Category, disability, NOC, vigilance, or deputation records where applicable.
• Submitted application, fee receipt, photograph, and signature records.

Checks Before Final Submission

Use the preview or print view before final submission. Correcting a form later may be restricted, may require a fee, or may not be available for every field.

• Confirm that the selected post, category, centre, and qualification are correct.
• Check spelling of the candidate name and parents' names against official records.
• Verify marks, passing dates, certificate numbers, and experience periods.
• Open each uploaded file once to confirm it is clear and in the required format.
• Make sure payment status and final-submission status both show completion.

How to Apply Through the Official Route

• Read the official notification and confirm qualification, age, category, and post conditions.
• Register only on the official recruiting portal using an active email and mobile number.
• Enter details exactly as shown in educational and identity documents.
• Upload the required files, pay the fee when applicable, and complete final submission.
• Download the submitted form or confirmation page and keep the registration details secure.

Avoid agents, unofficial forms, copied notices, and payment requests sent through social media. Government recruitment does not require a private person to secure selection.

Preparation Guidance

Use the syllabus or role criteria from the official notice as the preparation boundary. Do not spend time on an exam stage or subject that the notice does not include.

• Read every page of the official notice before starting the form.
• Prepare evidence specifically for government deputation service, APAR and vigilance records, food regulation or administration, IT management, and office support experience.
• Submit early enough to correct upload, payment, or portal problems before the deadline.

Recheck the official website for corrigenda, date changes, admit cards, and result notices. Selection depends on the notified process, document checks, and applicable rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an official recruitment notice?

Yes. The source is the official Food Safety and Standards Authority of India recruitment page or advertisement.

Should candidates use another application link?

No. Apply only through the official route linked in this article.

Can eligibility be assumed from the job title?

No. Read the post-wise qualification, age, experience, and category conditions.

Should applicants pay an agent?

No. Pay only an official fee, if applicable, through the authorised portal.

What is the official source?

The source is the official Food Safety and Standards Authority of India notice hosted through fssai.gov.in. The apply button uses the official route.