Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced the APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 through Advertisement No. 2/2025. The recruitment is for permanent Group B positions in Pay Level-6.
Eligible candidates can apply online for Assistant Manager (Agriculture) and Assistant Manager (General) posts.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Overview
APEDA invites online applications from qualified candidates for multiple Assistant Manager posts. This recruitment offers a great opportunity for graduates in agriculture, food technology, or allied disciplines to join a premier export-promotion organization.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) |
| Post Name | Assistant Manager (Agriculture) / Assistant Manager (General) |
| Advertisement No. | 2/2025 |
| Job Type | Permanent Government Jobs |
| Pay Level | Level 6 (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
| Official Website | APEDA |
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
Below are the official schedule details for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification No. & Date | 02/2025 Dt: 01-11-2025 |
| Starting Date for Online Application | 01-11-2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission | 01-12-2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 01-12-2025 |
| Admit Card | To Be Announced (Tentative) |
| Written Examination | To Be Announced (Tentative) |
Note: Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted under any circumstances.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the application fee online as per their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 300/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Exempted |
Note: Fee once paid will not be refunded or adjusted for future recruitments.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit & Relaxation
The age eligibility is determined as per the closing date of the online application i.e. 01-12-2025.
- Age Cut off Date: 01-12-2025
| Post Name | Maximum Age | Cut-off Date |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Agriculture / General) | 30 Years | 01-12-2025 |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwD | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 Years (after military service deduction) |
| APEDA Employees with ≥ 3 Years Service | 5 Years |
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications from a recognized university/institution.
| Post Name | Educational Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Agriculture) | Bachelor’s / Under-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 a recognized University / Institution. |
| Assistant Manager (General) | Bachelor’s / Under-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 a recognized University / Institution. |
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APEDA Assistant Manager Vacancy 2025 – Post & Category-wise Break-up
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Category Details |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Agriculture) | 01 Post | EWS – 1 (Low Vision reserved) |
| Assistant Manager (General)** | 04 Posts | UR – 3, OBC – 1 |
Total Vacancies = 05 Permanent Posts (subject to change as per authority decision).
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF
The official APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF has been released under Advertisement No. 2/2025 on 01 November 2025. It includes full details about vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, and application instructions.
📥 Download APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
The selection process involves a Written Test /CBT followed by a Final Merit List based on performance.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 100 Marks (2 ½ Hours Duration) |
| Qualifying Marks | 60% for short-listing |
| Final Merit List | Based on Written Test Marks only |
Candidates must secure 60% or above to qualify for consideration in the final merit list.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Exam Pattern & Scheme
The written test will be objective and descriptive in nature.
- Type of Questions : MCQs Objective/ descriptive in nature
- Duration: 2 ½ hours
- Negative Marking: 25% for each wrong answer
- Qualifying Marks: 60%
| Section | Type of Questions | No. of Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness (including Current Affairs, English & Reasoning) | Objective | 20 | 20 |
| APEDA / Agricultural Export Related | Objective | 30 | 30 |
| Subject Knowledge at Degree Level | Objective | 30 | 30 |
| Essay & Precis Writing | descriptive | 2 | 20 |
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Syllabus
The written test will cover:
- General Awareness: Current events, Economy, Polity, Agriculture Sector Updates.
- Reasoning & English: Comprehension, Grammar, Analytical Reasoning.
- Agricultural Exports: APEDA Schemes, Export Promotion, WTO Trade Policies, Certification Systems (NPOP/RCMC/COE).
- Subject Knowledge: Degree-level topics from Agriculture / Food Technology.
- Descriptive Writing: Essay & Precis on agriculture trade topics.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Exam Centers
| Exam Centre | Location |
|---|---|
| Delhi / NCR | The written test will be held in center(s) in Delhi NCR for All Candidates. |
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Pay Scale & Benefits
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Agriculture / General) | Pay Level 6 | ₹ 35,400 – ₹ 1,12,400 per month |
Other benefits include Dearness Allowance, HRA, Travel Allowance & other perks as per Government rules.
APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025 – Probation & Posting
- The selected candidates will be under probation for 2 years.
- Postings will be anywhere in India under APEDA’s jurisdiction.
- All posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL).
How to Apply for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps carefully while applying online:
- Visit the APEDA official website.
- Click on “Career / Recruitment 2025” section.
- Apply the APEDA Assistant Manager 2025 carefully.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the online form with accurate details.
- Upload scanned documents, photo, and signature in prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printout for future reference.
Important Links – APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025
- Apply Online for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025
- Download Official Notification of APEDA Assistant Manager 2025
- Visit APEDA Official Website
| All the best to all enthusiastic Aspirants vacancyboard Congratulations |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) – APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025
Q. What is the age limit for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025?
Ans. The maximum age is 30 years as on 01-12-2025.
Q. Is there any negative marking in APEDA Assistant Manager Exam 2025?
Ans. Yes, there is 25% negative marking for each wrong answer.
Q. What is the salary for APEDA Assistant Manager posts?
Ans. The salary ranges from ₹ 35,400 to ₹ 1,12,400 per month plus allowances.
Q. What is the selection process for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025?
Ans. Selection is based on a written test (100 marks) with 60% qualifying criteria.
Q. What is the exam center for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025?
ns. The exam will be conducted in Delhi / NCR region.
Q. Is APEDA Assistant Manager a permanent job?
Ans. Yes, these are permanent Government posts with regular pay scale.
Q. Can female candidates apply for APEDA Assistant Manager Recruitment 2025?
Ans. Yes, female candidates can apply and they are exempted from the application fee.
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