APEDA Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for Assistant Manager & AGM Vacancies

APEDA Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for Assistant General Manager & Assistant Manager Posts

Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has released Recruitment Advertisement No. 1/2026 dated 23 May 2026, inviting online applications for the posts of Assistant General Manager (Finance), Assistant Manager, and Assistant Manager (Agriculture). This APEDA Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for candidates seeking central government jobs under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry.

APEDA, a statutory body established under the APEDA Act, 1985, plays a key role in promoting the export of agricultural and processed food products from India. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official APEDA recruitment portal within the specified application period. Applicants are advised to check eligibility criteria, vacancy details, and the selection process carefully before applying.

Official Notification PDF: APEDA Recruitment 2026

APEDA Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Post Wise Vacancy Details

Salary Details

Educational Qualification

Assistant General Manager (Finance)

• Post Graduate Degree in Finance / Financial Management / MBA (Finance) from recognized University or Institution.
• OR Chartered Accountancy qualification from ICAI.
• Minimum 5 years post qualification experience in relevant field.

Assistant Manager

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plantation, Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture & Cooperation, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Dairy Technology, Food Processing, Food Processing Technology, Food Technology, Food Science or Food Science & Technology from recognized University or Institution.

Assistant Manager (Agriculture)

• Bachelor Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Plantation, Agriculture Engineering, Agriculture & Cooperation, Veterinary Science, Dairy Science, Dairy Technology, Food Processing, Food Processing Technology, Food Technology, Food Science or Food Science & Technology from recognized University or Institution.

Age Limit

PwBD Reservation Details

The post of Assistant Manager (Agriculture) is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability under category Low Vision (LV).

Candidates with benchmark disabilities including LV, Deaf, Hard of Hearing, OA, OL, CP, LC, Dwarfism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mental Illness and Multiple Disabilities are eligible as per Government rules.

Application Fee

Selection Process

• Screening of Online Applications
• Written Test / Skill Assessment (if applicable)
• Interview
• Document Verification

Mere submission of application does not guarantee selection or interview call.

Documents Required

• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Experience Certificates
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph
• Scanned Signature
• Valid Identity Proof

How to Apply for APEDA Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official APEDA website.
2. Open the recruitment section and read Advertisement No. 1/2026 carefully.
3. Complete online registration using valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill the online application form with correct details.
5. Upload required documents in prescribed format.
6. Pay the application fee through online mode if applicable.
7. Submit the application form before the last date.
8. Take a printout of submitted application form for future reference.

Important Instructions

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Candidates must fulfill all eligibility criteria before applying.
• Incomplete applications or applications without fee payment will be rejected.
• All qualifications and experience should be completed before closing date of application.
• APEDA reserves the right to increase, decrease or cancel vacancies without prior notice.
• Candidates should regularly visit the official website for updates.

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