The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) has released the UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 for the recruitment of Food Safety Officers (FSO) under the Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (PCS) Examination 2026. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in.
The notification includes important details regarding vacancies, eligibility criteria, age limit, application process, selection procedure, exam pattern, syllabus, and salary. Candidates can check the complete details of the UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 below.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) |
| Post Name | Food Safety Officer (FSO) |
| Advertisement Number | A-1/E-1/2026 |
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 July 2026 |
| Correction Window Last Date | 3 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Preliminary Exam, Main Exam, Interview, Document Verification, Medical Examination |
| Age Limit | 21 to 40 Years |
| Official Website | uppsc.up.nic.in |
UP PCS Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 PDF
The UPPSC PCS Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 PDF contains complete details regarding eligibility, age limit, application fee, reservation policy, examination process, and important instructions for candidates. Aspirants should read the notification carefully before applying to avoid mistakes during the application process.
UPPSC PCS FSO Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 27 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 27 July 2026 |
| Correction/Modification Window Closes | 3 August 2026 |
| Admit Card | To be Announced |
| Exam Date | To be Announced |
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Apply Online 2026
The online application process for the UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 commenced on 25 June 2026 and will remain open until 27 July 2026. Candidates must complete the One Time Registration (OTR) process before submitting their application form.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer – Apply Online
UPPSC PCS Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026
As per the UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026, approximately 500 vacancies have been announced under the UPPSC PCS 2026 exam. However, the commission has not released the exact UPPSC Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026 details separately, and the number of posts may change based on government requirements.
Posts Included Under UPPSC PCS 2026
The Food Safety Officer (FSO) is one of the posts included under the UPPSC PCS Examination 2026. The notification also comprises several other Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts, including:
- Deputy Collector
- Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP)
- Block Development Officer (BDO)
- District Commandant Home Guards
- District Basic Education Officer
- Assistant Commissioner
- District Probation Officer
- Labour Enforcement Officer
- Sub Registrar
- Assistant Labour Commissioner
- Child Development Project Officer
- Food Safety Officer and other Group ‘A’ and Group ‘B’ posts.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
As per the UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026, candidates must possess any one of the following educational qualifications from a recognised university or institution:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Food Technology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Dairy Technology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Oil Technology
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science
- Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Sciences
- Bachelor’s Degree in Bio-Chemistry
- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology
- Post Graduate Degree in Chemistry
- Degree in Medicine
- Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Central Government.
Disciplines Covered Under Food Technology
- Food Engineering
- Food Engineering and Technology
- Food Processing and Preservation
- Food Processing Technology
- Food Technology and Management
- Food Biotechnology
- Food Plant Operations Management
- Food Process Engineering and Management
- Food Processing
- Food Safety and Quality Management
- Process and Food Engineering
Disciplines Covered Under Agricultural Science
- Agriculture
- Agriculture Engineering
- Biotechnology
- Dairy Technology
- Fisheries
- Food Technology
- Food Nutrition and Dietetics
- Horticulture
Training Requirement
After selection, the candidate must successfully complete the training specified by the Food Authority in a recognised institution approved for this purpose.
Important Condition
A person having any financial interest in the manufacture, import, or sale of any article of food shall not be appointed as a Food Safety Officer under the relevant rules.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Age Limit 2026
The age of candidates will be calculated as of 1 July 2026.
| Particulars | Age |
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 40 Years |
Candidates must have been born:
- Not earlier than 2 July 1986
- Not later than 1 July 2005
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST/OBC of UP | 5 Years |
| Skilled Players of UP | 5 Years |
| State Government Employees of UP | 5 Years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years + Service Period |
| Chief Minister Fellowship Research Scholars | Up to 3 Years |
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹125 |
| SC/ST | ₹65 |
| PwD | ₹25 |
| Ex-Servicemen | ₹65 |
Note: Women candidates and Dependents of Freedom Fighters have to pay the fee according to their original category.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Selection Process 2026
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Preliminary Examination
- Main Written Examination
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
The commission will declare candidates successful for the Main Examination based on the Preliminary Examination result. Candidates qualifying in the Main Examination will be called for the interview round.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern 2026
Preliminary Examination
- Paper I: General Studies
- Paper II: CSAT (Qualifying)
Important points:
- Paper II is qualifying in nature and candidates must secure at least 33% marks.
- There is a negative marking of one-third (0.33) marks for every incorrect answer.
- Candidates must appear in both papers; otherwise, they will be disqualified.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
| SC/ST | 35% |
| Other Categories | 40% |
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Syllabus 2026
The UPPSC Food Safety Officer Syllabus 2026 includes technical subjects related to Food Science and Technology, along with General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Candidates should check the syllabus below carefully to prepare effectively for the examination.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Syllabus 2026: Subject-Wise Topics
| Subjects | Important Topics |
| Food Chemistry | Water, Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Vitamins, Minerals, Enzymes, Metabolic Pathways, Digestion and Absorption |
| Food Microbiology | Classification of Microorganisms, Growth and Nutrition, Food Poisoning, Food borne Diseases, Food Toxins, Food Fermentation, Food Plant Sanitation |
| Food Nutrition | Balanced Diet, Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDA), Energy Value of Foods, Basal Metabolism, Protein Quality |
| Fruits and Vegetable Technology | Juices, Puree, Ketchup, Sauce, Soup, Jams, Jellies, Preserves, Candies, Beverages |
| Oils and Fats Technology | Oil Milling, Solvent Extraction, Vegetable Oil Refining, Hydrogenation, Adulteration, Rancidity, Quality Parameters |
| Dairy Technology | Milk Processing, Pasteurisation, Milk Products, Cheese, Butter, Ghee, Ice Cream, Milk Powders |
| Meat, Fish and Egg Technology | Meat Processing, Fish and Poultry Processing, Egg Products, Slaughtering and Preservation |
| Food Preservation | Drying, Dehydration, Radiation, Chemical Preservation, High-Pressure Processing, Hurdle Technology |
| Cereals and Bakery Technology | Rice Processing, Wheat Milling, Flour Quality, Bread, Biscuits, Cakes, Breakfast Cereals |
| Beverages and Plantation Products | Tea Processing, Coffee Processing, Cocoa, Chocolate and Confectionery |
| General Knowledge | General Science, Indian History, National Movement, Indian Polity, Economy and Culture, Current Affairs |
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Salary 2026
The UPPSC Food Safety Officer Notification 2026 offers an attractive salary package along with various allowances and benefits as per the Uttar Pradesh Government rules. Along with the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), medical benefits, and other admissible perks.
UPPSC Food Safety Officer Salary Structure 2026
| Particulars | Details |
| Pay Level | Level-7 |
| Pay Scale | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Basic Pay | ₹44,900 per month |
| Approximate In-Hand Salary | ₹60,000 – ₹70,000 per month |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, TA, Medical Benefits, Pension Benefits |
Selected candidates also receive annual increments and promotional opportunities as per the service rules of the Uttar Pradesh Government.
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