AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Out for 45 Posts, Apply Now

The AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 has been officially released by the Amdavad Municipal Corporation (AMC) for filling 45 posts of Sahayak Food Safety Officer under the Health Department. This recruitment notification was issued on 13 January 2026 under Advertisement No. 21/2025-26, and the online application process has already commenced.

Eligible candidates can submit their online applications up to 27 January 2026 (23:59 hours) through the official AMC website. The recruitment is being conducted for candidates possessing qualifications in food technology, agriculture, medical, and allied scientific disciplines. Candidates are advised to carefully check important dates, eligibility conditions, and application rules before applying.

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Out

The Gujarat Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment by Amdavad Municipal Corporation aims to strengthen food safety enforcement and public health monitoring within Ahmedabad city. The post of Sahayak Food Safety Officer is a key field-level position responsible for ensuring compliance with food safety standards under applicable laws.

As per the official notification, selected candidates will initially be appointed as Assistant Probationers on a fixed pay basis for three years. After a satisfactory performance evaluation, they will be placed in the regular pay matrix. The recruitment process, including application submission, fee payment, and communication, will be conducted entirely online mode.

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview

Before going into detailed information, candidates can refer to the overview table below to get a quick understanding of the recruitment process, key dates, and important parameters.

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

The detailed notification for AMC Sahayak Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 has been published on the official website of Amdavad Municipal Corporation. The notification contains comprehensive information related to vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, reservation rules, salary structure, application process, and legal instructions.

Candidates must read the notification carefully before filling out the application form, as all conditions mentioned in the document are legally binding. Please download the AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 from the link given below

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Notification PDF

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies notified under this recruitment is 45, distributed across various categories as per the Gujarat Government reservation rules. Divyang (PWD) vacancies are included within the respective social categories. Before applying, candidates should carefully check the category-wise vacancy distribution provided below.

Note: 02 vacancies are reserved for Divyang (PWD) candidates and are included within the above categories.

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

The application process for the AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 is strictly online. Candidates are required to submit their application forms through the official AMC recruitment portal only. Offline applications or applications submitted through any other mode will not be accepted.

Candidates must ensure that the application form is submitted on or before 27 January 2026, as applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Candidates can apply for the AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer 2026 from the link given below:

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Direct Link To Apply

Steps to Apply for AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

To avoid errors or rejection during the application process, candidates should carefully follow the step-by-step procedure mentioned below.

• Visit the official website of the Amdavad Municipal Corporation
• Click on the Recruitment and Results section on the homepage
• Select the post of Sahayak Food Safety Officer
• Click on Apply Online
• Enter personal details, category information, and communication details
• Fill educational qualifications and convert grades/CGPA into percentage if required
• Provide language proficiency and work experience details (if applicable)
• Upload a passport-size photograph, signature, and supporting documents in the prescribed format
• Submit the application form
• Note the Application Number received via SMS
• Pay the applicable application fee
• Download and save the payment receipt

Candidates can modify their application using the Modify Application option before the closing date.

Application Fees for AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

Before making the payment, candidates must check the applicable fee according to their category. The application fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances. Please Note that the Fees Payment Deadline is 29 January 2026.

Eligibility Criteria for AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

Candidates must satisfy both educational qualification and age limit conditions as mentioned in the official notification.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s / Master’s / Doctorate recognised under Section 22(3) of the UGC Act in any of the following disciplines:

Food Technology Group

• Food Technology
• Food Engineering
• Food Processing & Preservation
• Food Safety & Quality Management
• Food Biotechnology
• Food Process Engineering

Agricultural Science Group

• Agriculture
• Agricultural Engineering
• Biotechnology
• Dairy Technology
• Fisheries
• Food Nutrition & Dietetics
• Horticulture

Medical & Other Disciplines

• Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• Chemistry
• Medicine

Recognised Medical Degrees

• MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BSMS, BAMS, Bachelor of Sowa Rigpa Medicine & Surgery

Age Limit (as on the last date of application)

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years

Age Relaxation

• SC / ST / SEBC / EWS (Gujarat domicile): 5 years
• Female candidates: 5 years
• Divyang (PWD): 10 years
• Maximum age after all relaxations: 45 years
• AMC employees are exempt from the upper age limit

AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Salary

Candidates selected under this recruitment will initially be appointed on a fixed-pay basis as per AMC probation rules.

• First 3 years: ₹49,600 per month (Fixed Pay)
• After probation: Level-7 Pay Matrix (₹39,900 – ₹1,26,600) plus applicable allowances

Selection Process for AMC Assistant Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026

The selection process will be determined by the Municipal Commissioner, depending on the number of applications received.

The process may include:

• Written / Online examination
• Shortlisting based on merit
• Document verification

The decision of the Staff Selection Committee or Municipal Commissioner will be final.

Other Important Instructions

Candidates must carefully read and comply with the following important instructions mentioned in the notification:

• Only one application per candidate is allowed
• Details submitted online will be treated as final
• Experience will be counted only after acquiring the required qualification
• Reserved category benefits apply only to candidates originally from Gujarat
• Original documents will be verified at any stage of recruitment
• Providing false information will lead to cancellation and legal action
• AMC reserves the right to modify or cancel the recruitment process
• Candidates must regularly check the official website for updates