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FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026

Advt / Notification Reference: FCI-CATEGORY-III/2026/01

Total Vacancies
5,043 Posts
Last Date to Apply
12 Sept 2026
Pay Scale / Salary
Scale of Pay Rs. 28,200 - 79,200 (Junior Engineer: Rs. 34,000 - 1,03,400)
Educational Eligibility
Graduate Degree in any discipline with proficiency in Computer for General/Depot; B.Com for Accounts; B.Sc Agriculture / B.Tech Food Science for Technical.

1. Recruitment Overview

Conducting Authority / CommissionFood Corporation of India (FCI)
Recruitment Title / Post NameFCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026
Advertisement NumberFCI-CATEGORY-III/2026/01
Recruitment Year2026
Total Notified Vacancies5,043 Posts
Jurisdiction / Job LocationAll India (Central Government Cadre)
Employment Naturepermanent
Application ModeOnline Candidate Registration Gateway
Current StatusClosing Soon

2. Important Official Dates

Official Notification Release Date21 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date12 Aug 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application12 Sept 2026
Notification Released / Application Window Opens12 Aug 2026
Online Application Closing Date12 Sept 2026

3. Latest Recruitment Updates & Notices

Verified Official Events
DateUpdate / NoticeSource Document
12 Aug 2026
Official FCI Notification (FCI-CATEGORY-III/2026/01)
Official Notice
View Notice

4. Vacancy Details & Distribution

Total: 5,043 Posts
Post NameTotalUROBCEWSSCSTPwDPay Level
Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical) / Junior Engineer (Civil/EM) / Steno Grade-IICode: FCI-CATEGORY-III/2026/015043000000

5. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

Educational Qualification

Graduate Degree in any discipline with proficiency in Computer for General/Depot; B.Com for Accounts; B.Sc Agriculture / B.Tech Food Science for Technical.

Age Limit Criteria

Minimum 18 Years, Maximum 27 Years

Category-Wise Age Relaxation Rules

18 to 27 years as on 01-08-2026 (relaxations applicable as per GOI guidelines).

6. Salary & Remuneration Scale

Official Monthly Pay ScaleScale of Pay Rs. 28,200 - 79,200 (Junior Engineer: Rs. 34,000 - 1,03,400)

Appointed candidates are entitled to official central/state allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and medical reimbursement as per prescribed civil service remuneration rules.

7. Application Fee & Payment Modes

• PAYMENT_MODE: ₹Online Payment Gateway powered by IBPS • GENERAL_OBC_EWS: ₹500 • SC_ST_PWD_WOMEN: Nil (Exempted)
Accepted Payment Modes: Online Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or State Bank of India Challan (where applicable). Exemption from fee payment is provided to eligible reserved categories as per government norms.

8. Selection Process & Stages

Online Phase-I Examination (Objective 100 Marks) and Phase-II Online Exam (Paper-I & Paper-II).

Candidates must secure minimum qualifying cutoff marks in each stage to be shortlisted for final merit listing and document verification.

Standard Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam ModeCBT / Written MCQ
Question MediumBilingual (Hindi / Eng)
Standard Duration120 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 / 0.33 Marks
Core Subject Modules: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness & Current Affairs, (3) Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability, (4) Domain Technical / Language Comprehension.

9. Required Documents for Registration

Recent Passport Size Photograph (clear background, JPG/JPEG format).
Candidate Signature clearly scanned in black ink.
10th (Matriculation) Certificate / Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.
Educational Qualification Marksheets & Degree / Diploma Certificates.
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation benefits.
Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport).

10. How to Apply Online

  1. 1

    Visit the official candidate registration portal of Food Corporation of India using the verified link below.

  2. 2

    Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.

  3. 3

    Carefully fill in educational qualifications, personal info, reservation category, and communication address.

  4. 4

    Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file sizes.

  5. 5

    Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download / print the final acknowledgment receipt for future recruitment stages.

11. Important Official Links

Apply Online PortalClick Here to Apply
Official Notification PDFDownload Notification
Official Commission WebsiteFood Corporation of India Official Portal
Admit Card / Hall TicketCheck Admit Card Status
Answer Key & Objection PortalCheck Official Answer Key
Final Result & Merit ListCheck Selection Results
Official Gazette Circulars & Annexures
Official FCI Notification (FCI-CATEGORY-III/2026/01)Open Document

12. Related Government Opportunities & Updates

13. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

The online application window for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026 (FCI) closes on 12 Sept 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing deadline.

Q2. When does the online application process start for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

The online applications for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026 commence on 12 Aug 2026 via the official portal of Food Corporation of India.

Q3. How many vacancies are announced for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

A total of 5043 vacancies have been notified for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026 by Food Corporation of India.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

Applicants must possess Graduate Degree in any discipline with proficiency in Computer for General/Depot; B.Com for Accounts; B.Sc Agriculture / B.Tech Food Science for Technical. from a recognized board/university as specified in the official notification circular.

Q5. What is the age limit for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

The age limit for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026 is 18 - 27 Years. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.

Q6. What is the application fee for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

The application fee structure is as follows: • PAYMENT_MODE: ₹Online Payment Gateway powered by IBPS • GENERAL_OBC_EWS: ₹500 • SC_ST_PWD_WOMEN: Nil (Exempted). Fees can be paid online through official banking gateways.

Q7. What is the selection process for FCI Category-III Assistant Grade-III (General / Depot / Accounts / Technical / Hindi) Recruitment 2026?

The selection process comprises: Online Phase-I Examination (Objective 100 Marks) and Phase-II Online Exam (Paper-I & Paper-II).. Candidates must qualify in each stage as mandated in the recruitment rules.

Official Government Provenance & Verification

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