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CCI Recruitment 2026 Notification Out for 148 Vacancies, Online Form Starts

The Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI) has announced 148 vacancies for Junior Commercial Executive, Junior Assistant, Management Trainee, and Assistant Manager posts. CCI Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. DR/CCI/2026) with complete details has been released online, and the online application process is active till 24th July 2026. Candidates interested in the recruitment must check vacancy details, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, exam pattern, and other details from the article.

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Notification 2026 Out

Good news for candidates who have been waiting for CCI Recruitment 2026, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Notification has been released for 148 various posts. Furthermore, the detailed notification has been uploaded at https://www.cotcorp.org.in/ with complete details about the recruitment drive and can be downloaded directly from the link shared below.

CCI Recruitment 2026- Overview

The candidates first have to apply for the recruitment drive and then will have to appear for the Cotton Corporation of India Exam, which will be the deciding factor for their selection. The selection procedure for the released posts includes 3 stages: a written examination, Document Verification, and a medical examination.

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Recruitment 2026- Overview
Organization Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI)
Post Name Management Trainee (MT) – Marketing/Accounts, Junior Commercial Executive, Junior Assistant (General & Accounts), Assistant Manager
Vacancies 148
Mode of Application Online
Registration Dates 9th July to 24th July 2026
Probation Period 12 months
Service Bond 3 years (or payment of 3 months’ basic pay if not served)
Selection Process Written Exam, Document Verification, and Medical Examination
Salary Rs. 22,000 – 90,000/-
Official Website www.cotcorp.org.in

Cotton Corporation CCI Recruitment 2026- Important Dates

The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has given the full schedule for the process of applying online in the detailed notification. Candidates interested in applying for 148 different posts can apply from 9th to 24th July 2026.

Events Dates
Detailed Notification 8th July 2026
CCI Apply Online Starts 9th July 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 24th July 2026 (11:55 pm)
Last Date for Fee Submission 24th July 2026
Admit Card 3 days before exam date
Online Exam Date To be notified

CCI Vacancy 2026

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has come up with a total of 148 vacancies for the posts of Junior Commercial Executive, Junior Assistant, Management Trainee, and Assistant Manager. The post-wise vacancy distribution is as follows-

Posts Total UR SC ST OBC EWS Backlog Vacancy
Junior Commercial Executive 50 20 07 04 14 05
Junior Assistant (Accounts) 50 20 07 04 14 05
Junior Assistant (General) 30 11 05 02 08 03 01 (ST)
Management Trainee (Accounts) 08 01 01  — 02 01 03 (ST)
Management Trainee (Marketing) 08 01 02 01 02 01 01 (OBC)
Assistant Manager (Official Language) 01 01
Assistant Manager (Information Technology) 01 01
Total 148 55 22 11 40 15 05

CCI PwBD & Ex-Servicemen Reserved Vacancy 2026

Within the total 148 vacancies, a defined number of horizontal seats are earmarked for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) and Ex-Servicemen (ExS) candidates in the Junior-level posts, as shown below.

Post PwBD Reserved Ex-Servicemen Reserved
Junior Commercial Executive 02 07
Junior Commercial Accounts 02 07
Junior Assistant General 01 04

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CCI Recruitment 2026- Eligibility Criteria

The post-wise eligibility in terms of education qualification and age limit is discussed below.

Educational Qualification

Candidates interested in the Cotton Corporation of India CCI Recruitment 2026 must have the following educational qualifications. The post-wise educational qualification is as follows:

Post Name Educational Qualification
Management Trainee (Marketing) MBA in Agribusiness Management/Agriculture-related MBA
Management Trainee (Accounts) CA/CMA
Junior Commercial Executive B.Sc Agriculture from any recognised University with an aggregate of 50% marks, 45% marks in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates
Junior Assistant Diploma in a relevant field from any recognised polytechnic college approved by AICTE with an aggregate of 50% marks, 45% marks in case of SC/ST/Pwbd candidates
Assistant Manager (Official Language) Post-graduation in Hindi/English with prescribed language subjects & relevant experience
Assistant Manager (Information Technology) B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc. (IT/CS) or equivalent

Age Limit (as on 09/07/2026)

The minimum age of the candidate applying for any post under Cotton Corporation of India Recruitment 2026 must fall in the required age group as mentioned below.

Post Name Age
Management Trainee (Marketing) 18 to 30 years
Management Trainee (Accounts) 18 to 30 years
Junior Commercial Executive 18 to 30 years
Junior Assistant 18 to 30 years
Assistant Manager (Official Language) 18 to 32 years
Assistant Manager (Information Technology) 18 to 32 years

Cotton Corporation of India Age Relaxation 

Categories Age Relaxation 
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe 05 years
Other Backwards Class 03 years
Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBDs) 10 years
Ex-Servicemen 03 years
Persons ordinarily domiciled in the State of J&K during the period 1/1/1980 to 31/12/1989 05 years

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Apply Online 2026

The Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has started accepting applications for CCI Recruitment 2026 online on 9th July 2026 at the career page of www.cotcorp.org.in. As the link is now active, we have also shared the direct link below for your reference. Candidates must note that the last date is 24th July 2026; therefore, you must submit your applications before last date.

Cotton Corporation CCI Application Fee 2026

The application fee is required for candidates to submit their application form. Without paying an application fee, the candidate’s application form will not be accepted. The mode of the fee payment is online, and the fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Application Fee as per category-wise tabulated below.

Categories Application Fee Intimation Charges GST (18%) Total
GEN/EWS/OBC Rs. 1000/- Rs. 500/- Rs. 270/- Rs. 1770/-
SC/ST/ExServicemen/PwBD Exempted Rs. 500/- Rs. 90/- Rs. 590/-

CCI Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process for various posts of the Cotton Corporation of India involves three stages: a written examination, followed by document verification, and a medical exam.

  1. Written Test
  2. Document Verification
  3. Medical Examination

CCI Written Test Exam Pattern

The exam pattern for all posts is the same, and the difference lies in the questions from Subject-related Knowledge. The common pattern and post-wise syllabus links appear below.

  • Exam Type: The written exam consists of 120 Objective MCQ questions.
  • The written exam will be divided into 5 parts.
  • Duration of Exam: The time duration of the exam is 120 minutes.
  • Marking Scheme: 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer, and 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

For the post of All Posts [Except Assistant Manager (Official Language) & Junior Assistant (General)]

Subjects No. Questions Duration
General English 10 120 minutes (2 hours)
Reasoning 10
General Knowledge 10
Quantitative Aptitude 15
Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency 15
Subject-related Knowledge 60
Total 120

For the post of Junior Assistant (General)

Subjects No. Questions Duration
General English 20 120 minutes (2 hours)
Reasoning 20
General Knowledge 25
Quantitative Aptitude 25
Basic Knowledge of Computer Proficiency 30
Total 120

For the post of Assistant Manager (Official Language)

Subjects No. Questions Duration
General English 15 120 minutes (2 hours)
Reasoning 15
Quantitative Aptitude 15
General Knowledge 15
Subject-related Knowledge 60
Total 120

Qualifying Marks

  • UR/EWS/OBC – 40%
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen – 35%

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Salary Structure

Candidates appointed under The Cotton Corporation of India will receive an attractive salary along with DA, HRA, Medical Benefits, Provident Fund, Gratuity & other allowances. The post-wise salary structure is mentioned below in the table.

Post Name Salary
Assistant Manager Grades Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 140,000/-
Management Trainee Rs. 30,000 – 120,000/-
Junior Commercial Executive Rs. 22,000 – 90,000/-
Junior Assistant Rs. 22,000 – 90,000/-

CCI Probation Period & Service Bond

Selected candidates will be placed on a 12-month probation period, extendable at the discretion of the management if performance is not found satisfactory. Additionally, all selected candidates are required to execute a service bond of 3 years with the Corporation from the date of joining. Candidates who leave CCI before completing the bonded period will be liable to pay three months’ basic pay as bond compensation to the Corporation.

Cotton Corporation of India Exam Cities List

The computer-based test will take place at multiple exam centres in 11 cities, as listed below.

Sno. City
1. Mumbai/Navi Mumbai
2. Hyderabad
3. New Delhi
4. Chennai
5. Lucknow
6. Chandigarh
7. Kolkata
8. Bengaluru
9. Ahmedabad
10. Patna
11. Jaipur

 

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for CCI Recruitment 2026?

CCI Recruitment 2026 online registration will end on 24th July 2026.

How many vacancies are there in CCI Recruitment 2026?

Cotton Corporation of India has announced a total of 148 vacancies for Junior Assistant, Junior Commercial Executive, Management Trainee, and Assistant Manager posts.

What is the selection process for Cotton Corporation of India Recruitment 2026?

The selection process consists of three stages: Written Examination, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.

What is the age limit for CCI Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories as per government norms.

Is there a service bond for CCI Recruitment 2026?

Yes, selected candidates must serve a 12-month probation period and execute a 3-year service bond. Candidates leaving before completing the bond period must pay three months' basic pay as compensation.

Where will the CCI 2026 Computer Based Test be conducted?

The CBT will be conducted across 11 cities, including Mumbai/Navi Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Patna, and Jaipur.

What is the salary for CCI posts in 2026?

The salary ranges from Rs. 22,000–90,000 for Junior-level posts, Rs. 30,000–1,20,000 for Management Trainees, and Rs. 40,000–1,40,000 for Assistant Manager posts, along with IDA-pattern allowances.

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