Assistant Director Grade-I (IEDS) (Food) – UPSC

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Quick Info

Vacancies
Vacancies: 3
Employment Type
Employment Type: Full Time
Qualification
Qualification: Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology or Post Graduate Diploma in Fruits Technology.
Experience Required
Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for details.
Age Limit
Age Limit: Upto 30 years
Application Mode
Application Mode: Online
Deadline
Deadline:

UPSC is recruiting 3 Assistant Directors Grade-I (IEDS) (Food) for the MSME sector. The position offers a monthly pay scale at Level 10 of the 7th CPC. Candidates must hold a B.Tech in Food Technology or a PG Diploma in Fruits Technology. This role provides a platform to advise food processing MSMEs on technical challenges and production improvements, contributing to the national food security and industrial growth.

  • Age limit: 30 years for UR, 33 years for OBC, and 35 years for SC candidates.
  • The post is permanent and classified as Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
  • Selection is based on a personal interview; candidates must score at least 50 (UR), 45 (OBC), or 40 (SC) marks.
  • Headquarters are in New Delhi with all India service liability.
  • Probation period is two years.
Notification

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Additional Salary Information

Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus applicable allowances.

Important Dates

Application Start Date 23 May 2026
Application Deadline 12 June 2026
Last Date for Printing Submitted Application 13 June 2026

Selection Process

Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview

Application Fees

General/OBC/EWS Male: ₹25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil

Reservation

UR-01 OBC-01 SC-01

How to Apply

  • Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
  • Log in using the URN and fill out the post-specific application form.
  • Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience certificates in PDF format.
  • Capture a live photo and upload a scanned signature as per the specified instructions.
  • Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (if applicable) using Visa/Master/Rupay/UPI or Net Banking.
  • Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

The salary is at Pay Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

A B.Tech in Food Technology or a Post Graduate Diploma in Fruits Technology is required.

The maximum age is 30 years for UR, 33 years for OBC, and 35 years for SC candidates.