Joint Director (General Cadre) & Deputy Director (General Cadre)
Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD)
Delhi - New Delhi
This application has expired
The last date to apply was 20 Aug 2026. Applications are no longer accepted for this post.
Vacancies
2
Salary
Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,09,200 (Level 11/12)
Last Date
20 Aug 2026
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Department of Food & Public Distribution Important Dates 2026
Department of Food & Public Distribution Age Limit 2026
Maximum Age
56 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Department of Food & Public Distribution Salary / Pay Scale 2026
Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 2,09,200 (Level 11/12)
Department of Food & Public Distribution Eligibility Criteria 2026
Department of Food & Public Distribution Qualification / Education
Department of Food & Public Distribution Job Details & Overview
Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD)
| Field | Value |
| Post | Joint Director (General Cadre) & Deputy Director (General Cadre) |
| Organization | Directorate of Sugar & Vegetable Oils (DSVO), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution |
| Vacancies | Joint Director: 01; Deputy Director: 01 |
| Pay Scale | Joint Director: Level-12 (Rs. 78,800-2,09,200); Deputy Director: Level-11 (Rs. 67,700-2,08,700) |
| Qualification | Bachelor's degree from recognized University/Institution |
| Experience | Joint Director: 10 yrs executive/administrative in sugar/allied industries. Deputy Director: 5 yrs in sugar/food control/trade. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years as on closing date |
| Method | Composite Method (Deputation including short-term contract) |
| Note | Only for officers of Central/State Govt/PSUs/Autonomous bodies. Private candidates not eligible. |
Department of Food & Public Distribution Important Links
Applications Closed
Last date has passed
Download Notification
https://dfpd.gov.in/WriteReadData/Notices/842c6b81-77dd-4d4f-ae44-d41ca1d52c48_Image_195.pdf
Official Website
https://dfpd.gov.in
How to Apply for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026
- Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria for Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD)'s Joint Director (General Cadre) & Deputy Director (General Cadre) before applying.
- Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for this Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) recruitment.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details, and upload the required scanned documents as specified.
- Pay the applicable application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking or UPI.
- Note: the last date to apply was 20 Aug 2026, so online applications for this post are now closed.
Department of Food & Public Distribution Documents Required
- Printout of the submitted application form and the fee payment receipt.
- Recent photograph and signature, sized as specified in the notification.
- Proof of Date of Birth (birth certificate or Class X / SSLC mark sheet) and a photo identity proof.
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets required for the post.
- Caste / EWS / experience / disability certificates, as applicable to your category or the post.
Department of Food & Public Distribution Important Instructions
- Apply only through the official link for this Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) recruitment - no other mode is accepted.
- Verify all details (eligibility, dates, fees) from the official Department of Food & Public Distribution (DFPD) notification before submitting.
- Only one application is allowed; if multiple are submitted, only the latest valid one is considered.
- Candidature is subject to verification of all documents with originals at later stages.
- Track updates to this notification (corrigenda, admit card, result) on Rojgarpulse.
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Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment FAQs
What is Joint Director (General Cadre) & Deputy Director (General Cadre)?
Joint Director (General Cadre) & Deputy Director (General Cadre) is a government recruitment notification published by Department of Food & Public Distribution. Apply before the last date to be considered for the post.
When do applications open for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026?
Online applications for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026 start on 22 July 2026.
What is the last date to apply for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026 is 20 August 2026.
What is the age limit for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026?
Maximum age limit for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026 is 56 years as on the cutoff date, subject to applicable relaxations.
What is the qualification required for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026?
Bachelor's degree from recognized University
How to apply for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026?
Apply online through the official application link or official website listed above for Department of Food & Public Distribution Recruitment 2026. Always verify all details from the official notification before applying.