FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 Expected This Month: Notification Date, Eligibility, Pay Scale, and Selection Process

overnment job aspirants across the country have reason to celebrate as the Food Corporation of India (FCI) is expected to announce the Assistant Grade 3 (AG III) Recruitment Notification 2026 later this month. According to recent updates and reports from official exam portals, the detailed notification PDF is projected to drop in the first or second week of August 2026.

As one of India’s premier public sector enterprises managing national food security and supply distribution, FCI conducts this nationwide recruitment drive across five operational zones—North, South, East, West, and North East. Candidates waiting for central government opportunities are advised to track official portals like fci.gov.in and recruitmentfci.in for real-time updates.

FCI Recruitment 2026: Key Overview & Expected Dates

While the exact release date remains subject to final administrative approval, preliminary reports indicate that registration will commence immediately following the publication of the official notification PDF.

Department-Wise Streams and Vacancy Details

FCI hires Assistant Grade III personnel across five specialized cadres: General, Depot, Accounts, Technical, and Hindi. While post-wise numbers will be confirmed upon publication of the official PDF, candidates can apply for one specific post within one chosen zone.

• AG III (General): Administrative duties, file processing, and clerical operations at regional and zonal offices.

• AG III (Depot): Stock management, inventory supervision, and grain logistics at FCI depots and godowns.

• AG III (Accounts): Maintenance of financial ledgers, accounting documentation, and auditing records.

• AG III (Technical): Quality analysis, grain protection, scientific storage inspection, and pest control.

• AG III (Hindi): Official translation, documentation work, and language implementation.

Eligibility Criteria: Qualification and Age Limit

Applicants must fulfill specific age and educational qualifications as of the cut-off date mentioned in the upcoming announcement:

1. Educational Qualification:

   • General & Depot: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university along with basic computer proficiency.

   • Accounts: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from a recognized institution with computer working knowledge.

   • Technical: B.Sc. degree in Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, or Biotechnology, or B.Tech in Food Science/Biotechnology.

   • Hindi: Bachelor’s degree with Hindi as a main subject and demonstrable English-to-Hindi translation skills.

2. Age Limit:

   • Minimum age is 18 years.

   • Maximum age limit for AG III General, Depot, Accounts, and Technical posts is 27 years.

   • For AG III (Hindi), the maximum age limit extends to 28 years.

   • Upper age relaxation applies as per government norms: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD candidates.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The recruitment process for FCI Assistant Grade 3 posts is strictly merit-based. Significantly, there is no interview stage for AG 3 posts, offering a transparent two-stage examination pathway.

• Phase I Examination: A common objective computer-based test (CBT) covering English Language, Reasoning Ability, Numerical Aptitude, and General Studies. Phase I acts as a qualifying screening test.

• Phase II Examination: Post-specific online examination. Candidates applying for General and Depot cadres appear for Paper 1, whereas Technical, Accounts, and Hindi candidates take both Paper 1 and Paper 2.

• Document Verification: Candidates who clear the Phase II cutoff are called for document verification prior to final appointment.

A negative marking of 0.25 marks is deducted for every incorrect response in objective questions.

Pay Scale and Application Procedure

Selected candidates receive a attractive pay scale ranging between ₹28,200 and ₹79,200 per month under the IDA pattern. Including allowances like Dearness Allowance (DA), HRA, and Transport Allowance, the gross monthly salary stands around ₹41,000 to ₹46,000.

Steps to apply online once registration opens:

1. Visit the official portal at fci.gov.in and select the Recruitment tab.

2. Click on the link titled FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026.

3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

4. Fill in personal, educational, and zone choices.

5. Upload scanned photo and signature.

6. Pay the online fee (approx. ₹500–₹800 for UR/OBC/EWS; exempt for SC/ST/PwBD/Women) and download the confirmation page.