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FCI Recruitment 2025: Notification, Application Date, Eligibility, Vacancy, Exam Date

The Food Corporation of India, setup under the Food Corporation’s Act 1964, each year provides numerous vacancies for positions aiming effective management, technical support, procurement, storage, distribution of commodities to ensure food security to the nation. These opportunities welcome large scale of eligible candidates to serve in a cause for national development.

FCI Recruitment 2025

FCI recruitment brings golden chance for the aspirants to get into a stable, prestigious and respectable work environment. The selected candidates play a significant role in India’s success in transforming the crisis management-oriented food security into a stable security system. Key Highlights of the FCI Recruitment 2025 are tabulated here.

FCI RECRUITMENT 2025
S. NO. Key Points Description
1 Organizing Authority Food Corporation of India
2 Post Category 1, 2, 3 and 4
3 Mode of Application Online
4 Official Website fci.gov.in
5 Vacancy Update Soon
6 Notification/ Advertisement Update Soon
7 Application Begins Update Soon
8 Application Ends Update Soon
9 Last date to pay Application Fee Update Soon
10 Selection Process Computer Based Test + Interview
11 Age Limit 18 year to 25/ 28/ 35 years (according to the post) + Age Relaxation as per category
12 Educational Qualifications As per the post applied
13 Salary Update Soon
14 Exam Date Update Soon
15 Admit Card Update Soon

What is FCI Exam 2025?

Food Corporation of India is a gateway for shaping Food security in India. Being one of the largest Public Sector Organizations, it plays a great role in feeding the nation. This exam demands dynamic individuals with rigorous assessment, problem-solving skills, analytical thinking and specialized knowledge. Joining the FCI is not mere a career growth, rather a step toward the pivotal role in India’s action towards striking Hunger.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Notification

The detailed Notification PDF for the FCI Recruitment is released each year by the FCI official website for inviting several candidates to apply for various jobs located throughout the country. The notification details the data regarding the selection procedures including basic requirements, eligibility criteria, important dates, list of documents, etc. FCI Recruitment 2025 Notification is anticipated to be released in the month of December 2024 for the vacancies. The official notification pdf will be attached here in this article as soon as it gets updated by the official portal of Food Corporation of India for FCI Recruitment 2025.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Click Here to Download Notification PDF [Update Soon]

Important Dates for FCI Recruitment 2025

The notable dates regarding FCI Recruitment 2025 are released by Food Corporation of India (FCI) through an official notification PDF at the official portal of FCI @fci.gov.in/. These important dates mark the major tasks with respect to the selection procedure to be done on/before the assigned time period. Few of the remarkable dates for FCI Recruitment 2025 are listed below.

FCI RECRUITMENT 2025: Important Dates
S. NO. Events Dates
1 FCI Recruitment 2025 Notification Update Soon
2 FCI Recruitment 2025 Application Begins Update Soon
3 Last Date to Apply Online Update Soon
4 Last Date to pay Application Fee Update Soon
5 Admit Card Release Update Soon
6 Exam Date Update Soon

FCI Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025

The FCI provides basic requirements details to be eligible for appearing in the selection process of FCI Recruitment 2025 in its official notification PDF given on the official portal. As the notification is expected to be released in the month of December, the given details are analyzed from the previous available data from the official website of FCI. The necessary criteria to be eligible are listed below in this article. Candidates can refer below to get a clarity regarding their eligibility to apply for the positions.

NATIONALITY

Candidates to be eligible to appear in the selection process of FCI Recruitment 2025 must have one of the following citizenship criteria:

  • Citizen of India
  • Subject of Nepal
  • Subject of Bhutan
  • Tibetan refugee who migrated to India before January 1, 1962, with the intention of permanent settlement.
  • A person of Indian origin who has migrated permanently from the countries: Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, Kenya, Uganda, The United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam.
  • Aspirants who are not Indian citizens but fall under the categories mentioned above must possess a certificate of eligibility issued by the respective Managing Director.

AGE LIMIT

Candidates in order to be few of the selected ones from the large pool of aspirants must require to meet the minimum and maximum age range as guided by the authority of FCI Recruitment.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria: Age Limit
S. NO. Post Age (Expected)
1 Manager 18 to 35 years
2 Stenographer 18 to 28 years
3 Grade II Assistant 18 to 28 years
4 Grade III Assistant 18 to 28 years
5 Junior Engineer 18 to 28 years
6 Typist 18 to 28 years
7 Watchman 18 to 28 years

AGE RELAXATION

The Food Corporation of India provides relaxation concept in age for the candidates that lack in some essential backgrounds in FCI recruitment process as mentioned below.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria: Age Relaxation
S. NO. Category Age Relaxation (Expected)
1 OBC (NCL) 3 years
2 SC/ST 5 years
3 FCI Employees Upto 50 years
4 PwBD (General) 10 years
5 PwBD (OBC-NCL) 13 years
6 PwBD (SC/ST) 15 years

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

It is crucial to the candidates to get information about the academic qualification required by FCI so as to apply to the best suitable position under Food Corporation of India in 2025.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Eligibility Criteria: Educational Qualification
S. NO. Post Educational Qualification
1 Manager Graduation (in related stream)
2 Stenographer Graduation along with good proficiency in Typing and Short-hand
3 Grade II Assistant Graduation with Computer Proficiency
4 Grade III Assistant Graduation with Computer Proficiency
5 Junior Engineer Graduate in corresponding Technical Discipline
(OR) Diploma in corresponding Technical Discipline with atleast one year of Experience
6 Typist Graduation along with proficiency in Typing
7 Watchman Must have passed 8th standard from a recognized board

MEDICAL STANDARDS

The candidate must be Physically Fit and Sound as per the Medical Fitness Certificate issued by the respective authority for document verification purpose. There is no such criteria prevailed by FCI Recruitment body to be considered for physical fitness rather the selected candidates have to undergo Physical Efficiency Test (PET) during the selection procedure.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Apply Online

The Food Corporation of India Online Application form will be starting as soon after the release of official notification through the authority. The Candidates are suggested to stay updated on the ADDA247 web portal to get latest updates on the FCI Recruitment 2025.

Click Here to Apply Online for FCI 2025 [ACTIVE SOON]

Steps to Apply Online- FCI 2025

The process for the application of FCI Recruitment 2025 is streamlined in stepping stones for getting into one of the important organizations to ensure National Food Security. Follow the simple steps given in order to complete your application error-free and perfect as per the requirements prevailed by Food Corporation of India.

Step 1: Go to the official Food Corporation of India (FCI) website.
Step 2: Click on “New Registration”, enter your name, email, and phone number then submit the form.
Step 3: Use your registration number and password to log in.
Step 4: Enter your personal details, education, and work experience, upload your photo, signature, and other required documents.
Step 5: Choose your payment method and pay the application fee online.
Step 6: Check all the details you entered and apply.
Step 7: Download and print your application form and payment receipt.

Application Fee for FCI Exam

The Exam requires the candidates belonging to the few categories to pay Application Fee after successful submission of Application Form on the official portal of FCI. Food Corporation of India also exempts candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD Categories from Payment of Application Fee. As provided by the previous data on FCI portal, the Application Fee is paid through the payment gateway portal as provided by the FCI authority on its official website. The details of Application fee to be paid is tabulated below.

S. NO. Category Application Fee
1 UR/OBC/EWS INR 800/-
2 SC/ST/PwBD/Female NA

Vacancy in Food Corporation of India 2025

The Food Corporation of India each year announces numerous vacancies for the various work roles in the organization throughout the country. The number of Expected vacancies for 2025 could be more than 30,000 as analyzed through previous year trends of recruitment by FCI. Candidates are advised to stay connected on the regular updates at ADDA247 to get information about the latest 2025 Vacancy for 2025 FCI Recruitment. The details will be updated as soon as it is provided by the Official Authority.

Types of Posts in FCI

Entering into the cause for Food Security in India through Food Corporation of India can be of various roles and positions with each of them having separate responsibilities but equal importance. It provides vacancies under wide varieties of segments, i.e., Managerial Roles: Logistics, Operations, Control, Administration; Technical Roles: innovations in Food Procurement, Storage, Quality Control; Supporting Staffs: Providing backbone for smooth functioning, etc. Few of the major positions in Food Corporation of India is listed here.

  • Manager (General)
  • Manager (Depot)
  • Manager (Movement)
  • Manager (Accounts)
  • Manager (Technical)
  • Manager (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering)
  • Assistant Grade III (General)
  • Assistant Grade III (Technical)
  • Typist
  • Stenographer
  • Watchman

FCI Selection Process 2025

The flow process for the selection in FCI Recruitment 2025 can be expected as according to the previous trends and methods of selection as described below.

Release of Notification

Commencement of Online Application

Examination (Written/CBT)

Interview (if applicable)

Document Verification

Final Selection

Examination Pattern for FCI Recruitment

The Exam for FCI Recruitment takes place is two Phases. The Phase 1 of the exam opens the gate to phase 2 which eventually leads to make you a part of the prestigious organization of Central Government, followed by Phase 3 as Medical Examination for certain posts. Aspirants can find detailed Exam Pattern and Syllabus on our web portal to jumpstart your preparation in advance.

FCI Exam Pattern for Phase 1 2025
Section Questions Marks Duration
Numerical Aptitude 25 25 15 Minutes
English 25 25 15 Minutes
Reasoning Ability 25 25 15 Minutes
General Studies 25 25 15 Minutes
Total 100 100 60 Minutes

MARKING SCHEME

FCI Exam 2025 Marking Scheme
Paper Marks Awarded for each Correct Answer Marks Deducted for each Incorrect Answer
Phase 1 +1 Marks -0.25 Marks

Syllabus for FCI 2025 Examination

It is wise to devise a well structured study plan before the release of official notification by FCI portal for the recruitment of 2025. To begin the journey of preparation, in-depth knowledge of the syllabus is crucial for cracking the exam. The brief overview of syllabus for FCI 2025 Exam is provided here. Candidates can refer to get a conceptual clarity before starting their preparation. To get a detailed overview of the syllabus candidates are suggested to stay tune to the official portal of ADDA247.

FCI Recruitment 2025: Salary

The Food Corporation of India provides not only a stable career with growth and development but also financial stability and security to the Selected Candidates and their families. The benefits and perks of joining FCI through FCI Recruitment 2025 is not just limited to basic salary pay, but also the provision of several allowances and facilities with ample of opportunities for promotions (Variate for different Categories of Vacancies). These Facilities basically include the following criteria-

  • Basic In-Hand Salary
  • Allowances, such as HRA, DA, TA, etc.
  • Medical Support
  • Insurances
  • Provident Fund
  •  Pension after Retirement, etc.
  • Increments and Promotions

Expected Salary for few of the posts under Food Corporation of India based on data available on the official webpage of FCI is mentioned here.

For Junior Engineer (Civil Engineering), Junior Engineer (Electrical Engineering), and Junior Engineer (Mechanical Engineering):

Level 1/Class A Cities: INR 26,673
Level 2/Class B Cities: INR 25,563
Level 3/Class C Cities: INR 24,453

For Typist (Hindi), Assistant Grade-III (General), Assistant Grade-III (Accounts), Assistant Grade-III (Technical), and Assistant Grade-III (Depot):

Level 1/Class A Cities: INR 22,213
Level 2/Class B Cities: INR 21,283
Level 3/Class C Cities: INR 20,353

Exam Date for FCI 2025

The release of Exam Date is carried on by FCI on the official website of Food Corporation of India. As per previous year trend analysis, exams can be tentatively conducted in earlier months of 2025. The upcoming recruitment notification will include all key dates, such as the application opening and closing dates, along with the exam date. To get the latest update on the FCI Recruitment 2025, candidates can stay connected to us.

FCI Exam Cut-Off 2025

Each year large scale of aspiring candidates apply for the eligible positions under FCI but only few gets into it. One of the major reasons stands for the elevated cut-off. FCI being one of the desired job ranks among aspirants to secure a respectable governmental position, makes it stand in a large traffic of aspirants, and eventually elevates the level of competition and thus higher cut-off. To get a detailed overview, keep in touch with our page.

FCI Examination 2025 Recommended Books

Resilient preparation and correct preparation material is crucial for the right study planning. Embarking the journey of preparation, ADDA247 is here to provide you all the basic and necessarily required study materials lists and access over our Web Portals and Mobile Application. We also suggest some of the standard books that can help you begin the basics with.

Recommended Books for FCI Recruitment 2025
Post Book Subject Author
FCI Junior Engineer FCI Civil Success Book Civil Engineering Chandresh Agrawal
FCI Mechanical Success Book Mechanical Engineering Chandresh Agrawal
FCI Assistant Grade 3 FCI AG 3 Practice Work Book Assistant Grade 3 Technical Paper II Kiran’s Publication
Popular Master Guide Assistant Grade 3 Accounts R. Gupta
FCI Typist SSC FCI (Hindi) AG 2 and Typist R. Gupta
FCI Practical Work Book (Hindi) AG 2 and Typist Kiran’s Publication
FCI Watchman FCI Watchman Paper 1 R. Gupta
FCI Watchman Solved Papers Paper 1 Youth Competition Times

FCI Previous Year Exam Questions

In order to kickstart the preparation, candidates can go through the previous year asked questions. Analyzing the previous trends gives a conceptual clarity about the level and pattern of exam in depth. For your convenience, ADDA247 has provided a bunch of Previous Year Questions along with its solution to help you in the journey of your preparation for FCI Recruitment 2025.

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FAQs

What is the Salary in FCI?

The Eligible Candidates can earn upto ₹21,41,271 per annum (estimate) depending upon the post and rank they dwell in.

Where can I find FCI Previous Year Questions?

To assist in your preparation, ADDA247 has provided separate page for FCI PYQs. You can visit the page through the details provided in this article.

Is FCI a permanent Job?

Yes, FCI provides permanent career through its recruitment. Candidate has to complete one year of probation (training) period to be eligible for it.

Does FCI provides Pension on Retirement?

Yes, FCI contributes toward Pension Scheme at 10% of (Basic Pay + DA) of eligible employees or other percentage as notified by the Corporation with the approval of Central Government.

Is there any Negative Marking in FCI 2025 Examination?

Yes, There will a deduction of 1/4th of the marks for each wrongly marked answer, viz. +1 for correct answer and -0.25 for wrong answer.

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