FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026 (DEP-02/2026): Joint Director, Manager IT & Junior Assistant Posts

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• Updated June 11, 2026 03:39 PM
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• Applications closed on 26 June 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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• The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued Circular DEP-02/2026 inviting applications for 15 Group A and Group C posts — Joint Director, Manager (IT), and Junior Assistant Grade-II — to be filled on deputation (including short-term contract) on Foreign Service terms. Eligible government officers can apply online on www.fssai.gov.in from 06 June 2026 to 26 June 2026.

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Important Dates for FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026

• Candidates planning to apply on deputation should note these key dates carefully, as applications submitted outside this window through any mode other than the FSSAI portal will not be considered.
• FSSAI has clearly specified that the cut-off date for ascertaining eligibility is the closing date of online applications, i.e., 26 June 2026, and only applications submitted online through the FSSAI portal within the due date will be considered.

FSSAI DEP-02/2026 Vacancy Details: Post-wise Breakdown

• FSSAI is looking to fill a total of 15 posts across Group A and Group C categories through deputation. The table below shows the post name, pay level, number of vacancies, and tenure for each position.
• The indicative place of posting for all three posts is "Anywhere in India," and FSSAI has clarified that the vacancies shown are indicative and may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Competent Authority.

Eligibility Criteria for FSSAI Deputation Posts 2026

• Applicants wondering whether they qualify for these deputation posts can check the eligibility conditions below, which cover the parent cadre requirements, regular service experience, and educational qualifications for each post.

Joint Director (Pay Level-12) – Eligibility

• This Group A post is open to officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, Government Universities, Recognized Research Institutions, PSUs, or Semi-Government/Statutory/Autonomous Organizations who meet the following criteria:
• (a) Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department, OR with 5 years of regular service in Pay Level-11 or equivalent in the parent cadre/department; AND
• (b) A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University (MBA desirable), OR
• (c) A full-time Degree in Law from a recognized University, OR
• (d) A Master's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Food Science & Technology, Food & Nutrition, Edible Oil Technology, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural/Horticultural Sciences, Industrial Microbiology, Toxicology, Public Health, Life Science, Biotechnology, Fruit & Vegetable Technology, Food Safety & Quality Assurance, or any other subject approved by FSSAI, OR a one-year PG Diploma in Food Safety and Quality Assurance, OR a BE/B.Tech in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Food Process Engineering, Food Processing Technology, Fruit & Vegetable Technology, Food Safety & Quality Assurance, or a Bachelor's degree (minimum 4 years) in Medicine, Veterinary Sciences, Fisheries, or Animal Sciences, OR
• (e) A Doctorate Degree in any of the above subjects along with published research work in the related field.

Manager (IT) (Pay Level-11) – Eligibility

• Officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, Government Universities, Recognized Research Institutions, PSUs, or Semi-Government/Statutory/Autonomous Organizations are eligible if they meet the following:
• (a) Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department, OR with 3 years of regular service in Pay Level-7 or equivalent; AND
• (b) A B.Tech/M.Tech in Computer Science or any related Engineering discipline, OR an MCA, OR a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.

Junior Assistant Grade-II (Pay Level-02) – Eligibility

• This Group C post requires officers from Central/State Government, Union Territories, Universities, Recognized Research Institutions, PSUs, or Semi-Government/Statutory/Autonomous Organizations to meet:
• (a) Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department, OR with 3 years of regular service in Pay Level-1 or equivalent, with experience in handling diary/dispatch and computer typing; AND
• (b) 12th Standard (or equivalent) from a recognized Board or University.

Age Limit for FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026

• The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation under this notice is 56 years, calculated as on the last day of receiving online applications, i.e., 26 June 2026. There is no separate relaxed age category mentioned for this deputation cycle.

Pay Scale and IDA-CDA Equivalency for FSSAI Posts

• Officials currently working in organizations that follow the IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pay structure instead of CDA (Central Dearness Allowance) can refer to FSSAI's official IDA-CDA equivalency table (Annexure-II) to check their eligibility for these posts.
• This equivalency, issued via Office Memorandum dated 9th October 2023, supersedes earlier equivalency norms and is effective immediately for all future FSSAI recruitments on Deputation/DR basis.

How to Apply for FSSAI Deputation Recruitment 2026

• Eligible candidates need to follow a specific online application process, supported by a hard-copy application countersigned by their employer. Here's the step-by-step procedure:
• Visit the official FSSAI website at www.fssai.gov.in.
• Go to the "jobs@fssai (careers)" tab and locate the online application link for Circular DEP-02/2026.
• Register and fill in the online application form, ensuring all details match your service records.
• Confirm that you fulfill the eligibility criteria as on the closing date, 26 June 2026.
• Submit the application online between 06 June 2026 and 26 June 2026 — applications not submitted online through FSSAI's portal will not be considered.
• Take a printout of the finally submitted online application form.
• Get the "Certification by the Employer/Cadre Controlling Authority" section completed and countersigned by your employer, confirming no vigilance/disciplinary case is pending, integrity is certified, and CR Dossier/APARs for the last 5 years are enclosed.
• Forward the countersigned hard copy along with NOC, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, and attested APARs through proper channel, with the tentative last date being 20 July 2026.

Documents Required for Employer Certification

• The hard copy of the application must be accompanied by a certification from the applicant's employer or Cadre Controlling Authority. This certification confirms several important points about the candidate's service record:
• The information provided in the application is true and correct as per official records.
• The applicant possesses the educational qualifications and experience mentioned in the vacancy circular.
• If selected, the applicant will be relieved immediately.
• No vigilance or disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against the applicant.
• The applicant's integrity is certified.
• CR Dossier/APARs for the last 5 years, attested by an officer of the rank of Under Secretary (Govt. of India) or above, are enclosed.
• A statement on whether any major/minor penalty has been imposed during the last 10 years (or a list of such penalties, if any).

Eligibility Restrictions: Who Cannot Apply

• Not every government employee is eligible to apply for these FSSAI deputation posts. The circular specifically excludes one category of officers from consideration.
• Departmental officers in the feeder cadre category who are in the direct line of promotion shall not be eligible for consideration for appointment on deputation to these posts.

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Q3. How many vacancies are available under DEP-02/2026?

• There are 15 vacancies in total — 3 for Joint Director (Pay Level-12), 2 for Manager (IT) (Pay Level-11), and 10 for Junior Assistant Grade-II (Pay Level-02).

Q4. What is the age limit for FSSAI deputation posts?

• The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation is 56 years as on the closing date of the online application, i.e., 26 June 2026.