What is FSSAI Recruitment 2025 and who can apply?
FSSAI, or Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, is an important autonomous body that works under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. This organization primarily regulates food quality and food safety.
In 2025, FSSAI has announced recruitment for 33 posts, which are on deputation basis. Deputation means that only those candidates who are already working in any Central/State Government, PSU, University, Autonomous Body can apply for this recruitment.
Posts include Assistant Director, Administrative Officer, Junior Assistant, Senior Private Secretary, Personal Secretary, Manager and some other categories.
What is the eligibility criteria?
- Educational Qualification – Qualifications vary according to the posts. For example, a Bachelor’s Degree is sufficient for some posts, while some higher-level posts require a Master’s Degree/Professional Qualification + Experience.
- Experience Requirement – A minimum number of years of service is specified for each post. For example, an Administrative Officer must have experience in an administrative/HR/Finance background.
- Age Limit – The maximum age limit for deputation posts is 56 years.
- Other Condition – The candidate must be in a regular government job and must submit Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, and APARs (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports) from their parent department.
How will the application process work?
- First, candidates will need to visit the official FSSAI website (www.fssai.gov.in) and fill out the online form.
- While filling out the form, carefully enter personal, academic, and job details.
- After submitting the online application, a print copy will need to be made.
- This print copy will need to be certified by the candidate’s current employer/department.
- The certified application form, along with all required documents (Vigilance Clearance, APAR copies, Integrity Certificate), must be attached and the hard copy must be sent to the FSSAI office by May 15, 2025.
What are the Important Dates?
| Event / Ghatna | Date / Time Limit |
|---|---|
| Notification / Advertisement Release | 5 April 2025 (Circular DEP-01/2025) |
| Online Application Start | 15 April 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 April 2025 |
| Hard Copy Submission Deadline | 15 May 2025 |
| Additional / Extended Dates per Notification | Some sources mention online last date extended to 07 May 2025 |
| Maximum Age for Deputation | 56 years as on closing date of application |
How will the selection process work?
- First, applications will be screened to check whether they meet the eligibility criteria.
- After screening, candidates will be shortlisted based on their experience, qualifications, and service record.
- An interview/skill test may also be conducted for some higher positions.
- Final selection will be based on FSSAI regulations and recommendations.
What salary and perks will you receive?
- Salary will be based on the pay level of the post (as per 7th CPC).
- For example: Pay Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) for Assistant Director and Administrative Officer, and Pay Level 6–8 for lower posts.
- You will also receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, and all government perks.
What are the Important Links?
| Particulars | Links |
| Official website | Click here |
| Download notification pdf | Click here |
Conclusion
FSSAI Recruitment 2025 is an exclusive opportunity for government employees who want to contribute to the food safety and regulatory sector. Positions here are highly reputed, and the salary plus allowances are good. If you are eligible, keep in mind the deadline – apply online by April 30, 2025, and submit your hard copy by May 15, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this recruitment is only on a deputation basis, meaning only government/PSU/autonomous body employees can apply.
No, along with the online application, a certified hard copy and supporting documents must also be sent.
The last date for submitting hard copies is May 15, 2025.
The maximum age limit is 56 years.
Salary will be as per the pay level of the post, approximately in the range of ₹35,000 to ₹1,77,500.
