Recruitment Advertisement No.3/2025 at APEDA
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), a Statutory body established by the Government of India under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, invites applications for recruitment to various key positions. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals seeking a challenging career in the development and export of agricultural and processed food products from India. APEDA, being the apex organization in this sector, offers roles that are crucial to national trade objectives. We are currently seeking dynamic and qualified individuals for the posts of Assistant General Manager (Agriculture), Assistant General Manager (Finance), and Assistant Manager (Business Promotion). Interested candidates who meet the specified essential qualifications and experience criteria are encouraged to apply online before the stipulated deadline to be considered for these prestigious roles within a key governmental body.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Mode of Selection
- Important Links
Job Summary
Organization: Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
Positions Available: Assistant General Manager (Agriculture), Assistant General Manager (Finance), Assistant Manager (Business Promotion)
Advertisement Date: 20-12-2025
Application Deadline: 20 January 2026 (23:59 hours)
Details of Position
The vacancies advertised are as follows (Note: Competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts/vacancies. One post in AGM (Agriculture) is reserved for PwD - Low Vision).
| Sl. No. | Position | Age Limit | Group & Pay Level | No. of Posts & Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | Assistant General Manager (Agriculture) | 35 Years | Group A, Pay Level 10 (Rs. 56100-177500) | 3* (2 Unreserved, 1 OBC) |
| (2) | Assistant General Manager (Finance) | 35 Years | Group A, Pay Level 10 (Rs. 56100-177500) | 1* (Unreserved) |
| (3) | Assistant Manager (Business Promotion) | 30 Years | Group B, Pay Level 6 (Rs. 35400-112400) | 1* (Unreserved) |
Eligibility Details
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- For AGM (Agriculture): (i) Post Graduate Degree in Agriculture/Horticulture/Plantation/ Agriculture Engineering/ Agriculture and Cooperation/Veterinary Science/ Dairy Science/Dairy Technology /Food Processing/ Food Processing Technology/ Food Technology/Food Science/Food Science and Technology from recognized University/Institution. (ii) Five years' experience in the above fields post acquiring the above educational qualification.
- For AGM (Finance): (i) Post Graduate Degree in Finance/Financial Management/MBA(Finance) from recognized University/Institution OR Having completed Chartered Accountancy from ICAI. (ii) Five years experience in the above fields post acquiring the above educational qualification.
- For Assistant Manager (Business Promotion): Bachelor Degree in Foreign Trade/ International Business/ International Trade/ Agriculture Business Management/ Horticulture Business Management/ Agriculture Marketing/Horticulture Marketing/Agronomy/Agricultural Economics from recognized University/Institution.
Age Criteria: Upper age limits are 35 years for AGM posts and 30 years for Assistant Manager post, calculated as of the closing date for applications. Age relaxation is available for OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years), Ex-Servicemen (3 years plus service duration), and APEDA employees (5 years for regular employees with 3 years continuous service).
Application Details
Application Method: Online submission only through the provided portal link.
Application Fee:
- AGM (Agriculture) & AGM (Finance): Rs 500/-
- Assistant Manager (Business Promotion): Rs 300/-
- Fee is exempted for Female/SC/ST/Persons with Benchmark Disability candidates.
Deadline: 20 January 2026, 23:59 hours.
Important Conditions
- Candidates must upload supporting documents/certificates for qualifications and experience.
- Essential qualification/experience must be completed on or before the closing date.
- Fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Incomplete applications due to non-receipt of fee will be summarily rejected.
- Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India (All India Service Liability - AISL).
- Uploading a clear, recent passport size color photograph (JPEG format, 20 KB to 50 KB) is mandatory.
Mode of Selection
For AGM (Agriculture) and AGM (Finance): Selection involves a Written Test (100 Marks, Objective + Descriptive) followed by an Interview (40 Marks). Merit list based on combined scores. Qualifying marks for written test shortlisting is 60%.
For Assistant Manager (Business Promotion): Selection involves a single Written Test (100 Marks, Objective + Descriptive). Qualifying marks for shortlisting is 60%.
The medium of examination for all posts will be bilingual (Hindi and English); answers must be consistent in one language.
Important Links
- Advertisement Link: Refer to the original recruitment advertisement document on the official APEDA website.
- Application Link: Apply through the link provided in the official notification (Not available here, direct users to official site).
- Official Website: www.apeda.gov.in
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