Here’s the latest available information on FCI Recruitment 2026 (Food Corporation of India) – including expected vacancies, posts, how to apply, eligibility & more:
FCI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is expected to conduct one of its largest recruitment drives for 2026, with notifications for thousands of posts across various categories soon.
Organization: Food Corporation of India (Government of India)
Year: 2026
Official Website: https://fci.gov.in/
Notification: Expected soon / To Be Announced
Mode of Application: Online
Selection: Written Exam (Online Test) and/or Interview depending on post
Expected Vacancies (Tentative)
According to recent updates:
| Category | Posts | Approx Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Category II | Manager, Assistant Manager, etc. | ~6,221 |
| Category III | Assistant Grade 3, Junior Engineer, Stenographer, Typist | ~27,345 |
| Total (approx) | All posts combined | ~33,566+ |
⚠️ These numbers are based on early expected information and estimates. Official FCI notification will confirm the exact vacancies and posts.
Common Posts Expected in 2026
The FCI Recruitment 2026 typically includes a mix of the following posts (final list to be confirmed in the official notification):
- Manager (General, Accounts, Technical, Depot, etc.)
- Assistant Grade III
- Junior Engineer (JE)
- Typist / Stenographer
- Watchman / Group C & D posts
- Sometimes Assistant General Manager (AGM) & Special roles depending on requirement
Expected Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Expected Timing |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | Jan–Feb 2026 |
| Application Start | Jan–Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | ~March 2026 |
| Exam Dates | Later in 2026 (TBA) |
Official dates will only be confirmed when FCI publishes the notification.
Eligibility Criteria (General Guide)
Eligibility varies by post. Here’s an overview:
🟢 Manager & Similar Posts
- Education: Graduate / Post-Graduate / Professional (CA/ICWA/MBA/B.Tech/Engineering field depending on stream)
- Age: Usually approx. 18–28/35 years (post-dependent)
🟢 Assistant Grade III
- Education: Graduate degree in relevant discipline
- Age: Approx. 18–27 years
🟢 Junior Engineer
- Education: Diploma or Engineering degree (B.E./B.Tech)
🟢 Clerical / Typist / Steno
- Education: Graduate (sometimes with specific typing speed criteria)
🟢 Watchman / Group D
- Education: 8th/10th pass (for some categories)
🟢 Age relaxations apply per government norms (e.g., for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex-servicemen)
Selection Process
The selection process generally consists of:
- Online Written Test (Phase-I & Phase-II)
- Interview (for managerial posts)
- Document Verification & Medical
- Final Merit List
(Format varies by post – check official notification once released.)
How to Apply
- Visit the official FCI recruitment portal when applications open:
- https://fci.gov.in/
- Go to “Recruitment / Careers / Latest Jobs”
- Click on the 2026 Notification PDF
- Register → Fill Online Form → Upload Documents → Pay Fees → Submit
- Take print of application for future reference
(Online apply links become active only after the official release.)
Important Tips
- Start preparing with past year papers & syllabus for the specific post you’re targeting.
- Keep your essential documents (ID, educational certificates, reservation certificates) ready.
- Watch official website regularly for the FCI 2026 notification PDF, application links, and updates.
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