Recruitment at APEDA 2025: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), a statutory body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has announced exciting career opportunities for professionals in the agriculture, finance, and international business sectors.
1. Vacancy Overview for Recruitment at APEDA 2025
APEDA is looking to fill several key positions across different disciplines:
| Post Name | Max Age | Pay Level | Total Posts |
| Assistant General Manager (Agriculture) | 35 Years | Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) | 3 (2 UR, 1 OBC) |
| Assistant General Manager (Finance) | 35 Years | Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) | 1 (UR) |
| Assistant Manager (Business Promotion) | 30 Years | Level 6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) | 1 (UR) |
Note: One post for AGM (Agriculture) is specifically reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (Category A: Low Vision).
2. Eligibility Criteria for Recruitment at APEDA
Assistant General Manager (Agriculture)
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Veterinary Science, or related agricultural fields.
- Experience: At least five years of post-qualification experience in relevant fields.
Assistant General Manager (Finance)
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Finance/Financial Management, MBA (Finance), or Chartered Accountancy (ICAI).
- Experience: Minimum five years of post-qualification experience in finance.
Assistant Manager (Business Promotion)
- Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Trade, International Business, Agriculture Business Management, or Agricultural Marketing.
3. Age Relaxation
Eligible candidates can claim relaxation in the upper age limit as follows:
- OBC: 3 years.
- PwD: 10 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deducting military service from actual age.
- APEDA Employees: 5 years (for those with at least 3 years of continuous service).
4. Selection Process for Recruitment at APEDA
The selection journey depends on the post you apply for:
- For AGM Posts: Selection involves a Written Test (100 marks) followed by an Interview (40 marks). The written test includes objective sections and a descriptive section from your chosen subject group.
- For Assistant Manager: A single Written Test (100 marks) consisting of objective questions and descriptive writing (Essay and Precis).
- Key Exam Rules:
- There is a 25% negative marking for wrong answers in objective sections.
- The qualifying mark for written tests is 60%.
- Tests will be held in Delhi NCR.
5. Application Fee
- AGM Posts: Rs.500.
- Assistant Manager: Rs.300.
- Exemptions: Female candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempted from paying any fee.
6. How to Apply for Recruitment at APEDA
- Online Portal: Applications must be submitted through the link provided on the APEDA website (www.apeda.gov.in).
- Documents: Be ready to upload your education/experience certificates and a “No Objection Certificate” if you are currently employed in Government or Semi-Government bodies.
- Photo Requirements: You must upload a recent color passport photo (20KB–50KB) in JPEG format. The face should be clear, without a cap or spectacles.
- Submission: Ensure you generate an application number to confirm successful submission.
Important Date: The last date to submit your online application is January 20, 2026 .