APEDA Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 7 Director, Secretary & More Posts - Detailed Selection Process & Info
APEDA 2026 Recruitment: 7 Director, Secretary & other posts open for offline application. Eligibility criteria and application deadline are detailed in the official notification. Refer to the notification for complete information.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) |
| Post Name(s) | Director, Secretary, General Manager and Deputy General Manager |
| Total Vacancies | 7 |
| Pay | Pay Level 11 to Pay Level 13 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,15,900) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 3 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | Within 30 days of publication of the advertisement (2 December 2026) Date Extented |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Name of the Post | Number and Level of post | Eligibility criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Director | 1 (Pay Level - 13) (Rs. 123100 - 215900) | Officer of Organized Group 'A' Services of the Central Government holding analogous posts on regular basis or with five years regular service in the Pay Level 12; General Manager/Secretary of APEDA with five years regular service in the post. |
| Secretary | 1 (Pay Level - 12) (Rs. 78800 - 209200) | Officer of Organized Group 'A' Services of the Central Government holding analogous posts on regular basis or with five years regular service in Pay Level 11; Deputy General Manager of APEDA with five years regular service in the post. |
| General Manager | 2 (Pay Level - 12) (Rs. 78800 - 209200) | Officers of the Central Government or State Government/ Union Territory Administration or Public Sector Undertakings or Universities or Recognised Research Institutions or Semi Government or Autonomous Bodies or Statutory Organizations possessing required educational qualifications and experience. |
| Deputy General Manager | 3 (Pay Level - 11) (Rs. 67700 - 208700) | Officers of the Central Government or State Government/ Union Territory Administration or Public Sector Undertakings or Universities or Recognised Research Institutions or Semi Government or Autonomous Bodies or Statutory Organizations possessing required educational qualifications and experience. |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| General Manager / Deputy General Manager | (i) Post Graduate Degree in 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/ Agriculture with specialization in Agronomy or Agricultural Economy/ Finance/ Financial Management/MBA(Finance) from recognized University/Institution or Having completed Chartered Accountancy from ICAI; and (ii) Five years' experience in the above fields post acquiring the above educational qualification. Desirable: Publication of papers in international journals in the above fields. |
| Director / Secretary | (i) Post Graduate Degree in 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/ Agriculture with specialization in Agronomy or Agricultural Economy/ Finance/ Financial Management/MBA(Finance) from recognized University/Institution or Having completed Chartered Accountancy from ICAI; and (ii) Five years' experience in the above fields post acquiring the above educational qualification. Desirable: Publication of papers in international journals in the above fields. |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Director | Pay Level 13 (Rs. 123100 - 215900) |
| Secretary | Pay Level 12 (Rs. 78800 - 209200) |
| General Manager | Pay Level 12 (Rs. 78800 - 209200) |
| Deputy General Manager | Pay Level 11 (Rs. 67700 - 208700) |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View Official Recruitment Notification |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before the stipulated deadline.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.