The APEDA Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for 07 posts including Director, Secretary, General Manager and Deputy General Manager. The recruitment will be conducted on a deputation basis for eligible officers from the Central/State Government, PSUs, universities and other eligible organisations.
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The APEDA Recruitment 2026 notification was issued on 03 October 2026 by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Eligible candidates can apply through the prescribed offline application form within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Commerce & Industry |
| Recruitment Type | Deputation Basis |
| Notification Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 07 |
| Posts | Director, Secretary, General Manager, Deputy General Manager |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Maximum Age Limit | 56 years |
| Deputation Period | 2 years, extendable up to 5 years |
| Last Date | 30 days from publication in Employment News |
| Official Website | www.apeda.gov.in |
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Vacancy
A total of 07 vacancies have been announced under APEDA Recruitment 2026. The post-wise vacancy details are given below:
| S.No. | Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Director | 01 | Level 13 |
| 2 | Secretary | 01 | Level 12 |
| 3 | General Manager | 02 | Level 12 |
| 4 | Deputy General Manager | 03 | Level 11 |
| Total | 07 |
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria are different for each post. Candidates should carefully check the required service experience and educational qualifications before applying.
| Post | Eligible Officers / Service Conditions |
|---|---|
| Director | • Officers of Organized Group ‘A’ Services of the Central Government holding analogous posts on a regular basis. • Officers having 5 years of regular service in Pay Level 12. • General Manager/Secretary of APEDA with 5 years of regular service in the post. |
| Secretary | • Officers of Organized Group ‘A’ Services of the Central Government holding analogous posts on a regular basis. • Officers having 5 years of regular service in Pay Level 11. • Deputy General Manager of APEDA having 5 years of regular service in the post. |
| General Manager | • Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, Universities, Autonomous Bodies or Statutory Bodies. • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis or having the required regular service in the immediate lower grade. • Required lower grade: Pay Level 11. |
| Deputy General Manager | • Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, PSUs, Universities, Autonomous Bodies or Statutory Bodies. • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis or having the required regular service in the immediate lower grade. • Required lower grade: Pay Level 10. |
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for General Manager and Deputy General Manager posts should have a relevant postgraduate qualification or Chartered Accountancy.
The accepted qualifications include:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Plantation
- Agriculture Engineering
- Agriculture and Cooperation
- Veterinary Science
- Dairy Science
- Dairy Technology
- Food Processing
- Food Processing Technology
- Food Technology
- Food Science
- Food Science and Technology
- Foreign Trade
- International Business
- International Trade
- Agriculture Business Management
- Horticulture Business Management
- Agriculture Marketing
- Horticulture Marketing
- Agronomy
- Agricultural Economics
- Finance
- Financial Management
- MBA (Finance)
OR
- Chartered Accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI).
The degree should be obtained from a recognized university or institution.
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Experience
Candidates applying for the General Manager and Deputy General Manager posts should have at least 5 years of relevant experience after acquiring the essential educational qualification.
Experience should be in the relevant fields mentioned in the recruitment notification.
- Desirable: Candidates having published papers in international journals in relevant fields may be preferred.
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation is 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications. Candidates should check the official notification for complete age-related conditions before submitting the application.
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Application Process
Eligible candidates are required to submit their applications in the prescribed format through the proper channel.
The application should be accompanied by the required documents, including:
- Photocopies of ACRs/APARs for the last 5 years
- Cadre Clearance
- Vigilance Clearance
- Integrity Certificate
- Other required documents mentioned in the application form
APEDA Recruitment 2026: Where to Send Application?
The completed application form along with the required documents should be sent to:
Deputy General Manager (Personnel), APEDA
3rd Floor, NCUI Building,
3 Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg,
New Delhi – 110016
APEDA Recruitment 2026 Last Date
The last date to submit the application is 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News. Candidates should check the Employment News publication date and ensure that their application reaches the prescribed address before the deadline.
How to Apply for APEDA Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to apply for APEDA Recruitment 2026:
- Read the official APEDA Recruitment 2026 notification carefully.
- Check your eligibility for the desired post.
- Download and fill out the prescribed application form.
- Attach all the required documents and certificates.
- Get the application forwarded through the proper channel.
- Send the completed application to the prescribed APEDA address.
- Keep a copy of the application form and documents for future reference.
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