The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is preparing to launch its FCI Recruitment 2025 drive, offering a golden opportunity for aspirants across India. As one of the country’s largest public sector undertakings, FCI plays a pivotal role in food security, supply chain operations, and grain storage. With over 33,566 vacancies expected this year, mainly under Category 2 and Category 3 posts, this recruitment promises wide-scale employment opportunities in various zones.
Founded on 14th January 1965, with its first office in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, FCI has grown into a nationwide network of storage depots and procurement centers. This year’s recruitment is set to draw high interest from candidates aiming for stable and rewarding government jobs.
FCI Notification 2025 – Overview
The official FCI Notification 2025 PDF will soon be published on FCI’s website https://fci.gov.in. It will cover vacancies, eligibility, selection procedure, exam pattern, and application guidelines in detail. Meanwhile, here’s a summarized overview:
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Food Corporation of India (FCI) |
| Posts Offered | Category 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Total Vacancies | 33,566 (mostly Category 2 & 3) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Notification Release | To be announced |
| Salary Package | ₹71,000 per month (approx.) |
| Job Locations | All over India |
| Official Website | https://fci.gov.in |
Important Dates – FCI 2025 Recruitment
All important events and deadlines will be updated here once the notification is officially released:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | To be announced |
| Start of Online Application | To be announced |
| Last Date to Apply Online | To be announced |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| FCI Exam Date | To be announced |
FCI Vacancy 2025
FCI has proposed a total of 33,566 vacancies for Category 2 and 3 posts across various departments and zones. The final number of posts and zone-wise distribution will be detailed in the official notification.
FCI Apply Online 2025 – Application Process
Eligible candidates will be able to submit their application online at https://fci.gov.in. The application window will open shortly after the official notification is published. Candidates should keep scanned copies of required documents, passport-size photos, and valid ID proofs ready for a smooth application process.
Application Fee – FCI 2025
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹800/- |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Exempted |
The application fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, Net Banking, IMPS, etc.
FCI Eligibility Criteria 2025
Educational Qualifications (Expected)
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Manager (General, Depot, Movement) | Graduate with minimum 60% marks OR CA/ICWA/CS |
| Manager (Accounts) | CA/ICWA/CS or B.Com with MBA (Finance) |
| Manager (Technical) | B.Sc. in Agriculture OR B.E./B.Tech in Food Science/Agri Engg |
| Manager (Civil Engineering) | Degree in Civil Engineering |
| Manager (Electrical/Mechanical) | Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering |
| Manager (Hindi) | Master’s in Hindi with English at Degree level + 5 years of translation/terminology work |
Age Limit
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All Managers | 28 years |
| Manager (Hindi) | 35 years |
Age Relaxation:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PWD: Up to 15 years depending on category
- FCI Employees: Up to 50 years
Selection Process – FCI 2025
The selection process varies based on the post applied for:
| Post | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| Manager (General/Depot/Movement/Technical, etc.) | Online Exam + Interview + Training |
| Manager (Hindi) | Online Exam + Interview |
FCI Exam Pattern 2025 – Phase 1
The Phase I exam will be objective in nature, consisting of four sections with a total of 100 questions.
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 15 mins |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 | 15 mins |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 15 mins |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 | 15 mins |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 60 mins |
Note:
- ¼ mark deducted for each wrong answer.
- Marks of Phase 1 not considered in final merit.
FCI Syllabus 2025 – Highlights
English Language: Reading Comprehension, Cloze Test, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Rearrangement, Vocabulary.
Reasoning Ability: Puzzles, Seating Arrangement, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding.
Numerical Aptitude: Simplification, Data Interpretation, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance, Ratio, Probability.
General Studies: Indian History, Economy, Constitution, Science, Geography, Environment, and Current Affairs.
FCI Salary 2025 – Manager Posts
Selected Managers (Category II) will receive a starting basic pay of ₹40,000/- per month during the training period. With allowances like HRA, DA, and Grade Allowance, the total monthly gross salary will be approximately ₹71,000/-.
FCI Cut Off – Previous Year (2018) Phase 1
| Category | Cut-Off Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 75 |
| OBC | 72 |
| SC | 65 |
| ST | 62 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 72 |