FSSAI Notification 2024- Check Vacancies, Application Fee

FSSAI TO and CFSO Notification 2024

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) notification 2024 is expected to be released in the upcoming months. Previously, the FSSAI notification for various posts was released to fill a total of 162 vacancies. The notification was released on October 27, 2023. Please note that the FSSAI 2024 notification is not yet released, therefore, we will be discussing here details about the previous FSSAI recruitment drive. The Technical Officer and CFSO vacancies have not been declared for quite some time now and there is a lot of anticipation about whether there will be vacancies for these positions in 2024. Candidates interested in these roles should keep an eye on the official FSSAI website for the latest updates and the release of the official notification for 2024.

Once the notification is released, applicants must follow the online application process through the official website, and the notification itself will give them a clear picture of what candidates can expect, like the FSSAI TO and CFSO Syllabus and Exam Pattern. Furthermore, it is advisable for candidates to carefully check the eligibility criteria, application procedure, and important dates mentioned in the official notification to ensure an error-free application process. Aspirants should stay aware of any updates from FSSAI regarding the 2024 recruitment cycle. We recommend you submit your applications online within the specified timeframe once the notification is officially released to avoid the last minute hassle.  

Vacancies

In the previous FSSAI recruitment cycle, 162 vacancies were announced for the Technical Officer and Central Food Safety Officer (CFSO) posts. It is important to note that candidates belonging to the OBC category falling under the 'Creamy Layer' are not entitled to OBC reservation benefits. Such candidates should categorize themselves as 'General (GEN)' while filling out the application form. Moreover, following the Government guidelines, 10% of the vacancies are reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) candidates. 

The detailed breakup of FSSAI vacancies in the previous recruitment cycle was not mentioned in the information provided above. However, for the candidates interested in applying for the Technical Officer and CFSO positions in the upcoming 2024 recruitment cycle, we will update all the details here about the official notification and breakdown of vacancies, once the notification gets released. Apart from that we recommend every aspirant to ensure the FSSAI TO and CFSO Eligibility Criteria applicable for each post. The notification will include details like the FSSAI TO and CFSO Exam Date. Make sure you check out all these details to facilitate a smooth and informed application process.

How to Apply

Before applying for the posts, keep a working email address for registration of the application and mobile number with you. You should also have a scanned Photograph and Signature with you (Dimensions are given below). An application can be modified multiple times, and only the latest changes will be stored. It is advised to fill out the FSSAI Application form as soon as possible to avoid technical difficulties on the last day. Here are a few steps to follow while filling out the application form.

• Sign up by clicking on the link or by visiting the official website of FSSAI
• Provide Post Applied Name, Name, Mobile No. and Email ID
• You will receive the Registration ID & Password on your registered ID/ mobile number
• Log in again, select the category, and fill up the Personal Details, Qualification Details,
• You will now be asked to upload your scanned passport size photograph and signature based on the specifications mentioned therein
• After you move on to the next page, you will have to fill in your details, including your educational qualifications
• The next step would be filling out the exam centre's preference list
• After you are finished with entering the details, the preview of your form will be shown, so that if you find any errors, you may edit and correct them. Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to edit it
• In the end, you will have to choose a preferred online payment method to submit the application fee for FSSAI
• You can pay the fees through credit card/debit card / net banking and any other online mode
• No modification is permissible after the final submission of the application

Guidelines for Uploading the Photograph

• The photograph must be a recent passport-size colour picture on a light background. It should be at most three weeks.
• The scanned image size should be up to 100 KB in jpg/ jpeg format only.

Guidelines for Uploading the Signature

• The applicant has to sign on white paper with a Black ink pen
• The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person
• Please scan the signature area only and not the entire page
• The size of the file should be up to 100 KB in Jpg/jpeg format only

Application Fee

After successfully submitting the online application form for the FSSAI recruitment, candidates are required to pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway. The accepted modes of payment include net banking, debit cards, credit cards, and e-wallets. It is important to note that once the application fee is paid, it is non-refundable under any circumstances, and the fee amount cannot be reserved or utilized for any other examination or selection process.

Completing the application process depends upon the successful payment of the application fee, and an incomplete payment will make the application ineligible. Candidates applying for multiple posts must register separately for each position and ensure the separate payment for each application is made accurately. Detailed information regarding the application fee, including the amount and payment process, will be provided in the official FSSAI notification for the 2024 recruitment cycle.

Admit Card

The admit card’s release date will be announced through the notification. The admit card is an important document containing details such as the examination venue, date, time, and important instructions. Candidates can obtain their Admit Card by visiting the official website. Candidates must stay updated on the latest information regarding the FSSAI exam 2024. 

Candidates must bring certain documents to the examination hall to ensure a smooth examination process including the Admit Card. The specifics of the required documents will be outlined in the official notification. It is advisable for candidates to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes related to the examination, including detailed instructions and document requirements for the FSSAI exam in 2024.

• Valid FSSAI Call Letter
• Photo-identity proof (as specified) in original bearing the same name as it appears on the call letter/ application form
• Photocopy of photo-identity proof.

Pre Exam Training

As of the current information available, the official notification for the FSSAI exam in 2024 does not provide details regarding the provision of pre-exam training for candidates belonging to reserved categories. Any updates or additional information on this matter will be updated here. Eligible candidates are advised to stay tuned to the official FSSAI website and regularly check for announcements regarding pre-exam training for reserved categories.

Number of Attempts

In the FSSAI official notification, there is no information mentioned about the restrictions on the number of attempts for the exam. Candidates can apply for the FSSAI exam if they meet the age criteria set by the organization. Candidates within the age limit are eligible to apply for the exam, and there is no limitation on the number of attempts in the exam. It is important for aspirants to carefully check out the official notification for any changes or updates related to eligibility criteria and age limits for the FSSAI exam in 2024.