FSSAI Exam Date 2022 for 233 Posts, CBT 1 Result & Cut Off
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FSSAI Exam Dates 2022: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has released a notification for the recruitment of Technical Officer, Central Food Safety Officer, Assistant, Food Analyst, and various other posts. A total of 233 vacancies has been released which will be filled through the Direct Recruitment Basis for which the phase 2 exam dates to be announced shortly on www.fssai.gov.in
The initial appointment of the selected candidates will be on probation for a period of two years. At Authority's discretion, the probationary period can also be extended as per rules. The selected candidates for the respective posts they have applied for may be posted and transferred anywhere in India.
FSSAI Recruitment 2022- Overview
FSSAI has announced 233 vacancies to be filled through Direct Recruitment basis for which the candidates have to first submit their online applications. Check the job summary for FSSAI Recruitment 2022 from the below overview table.
| FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Job Summary | |
| Exam Name | Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, FSSAI |
| Vacancies | 233 |
| Posts | Group A & Other Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| FSSAI Phase 2 Exam Date | To be notified |
| Job Category | Govt Jobs |
| Recruitment Basis | Direct Recruitment |
| Selection process | CBT/ CBT+ Interview |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Salary | Level 4 to 13 |
| Official website | www.fssai.gov.in |
FSSAI Exam Date 2022
The complete exam schedule and FSSAI Exam Date 2021 for the online examination to be conducted for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 exam has been released on the official webiste on 07th February 2022. Check the below table for other important dates.
| FSSAI Exam Date 2022 | |
| Notification Release Date | 30th September 2021 |
| Online Application Link Active | 13th October 2021 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 12th November 2021 |
| Last Date to Pay Application Fee | 17th November 2021 |
| FSSAI Admit Card 2022 | 08th March 2022 |
| CBT-1 Exam Dates 2022 | 28th, 29th, 30th, 31st March 2022 |
| FSSAI Result 2022 | April 2022 |
| CBT-2 Exam Dates | To be notified |
FSSAI Exam Schedule 2022
FSSAI has rescheduled the written examination for 28th March, 29th March, 30th March, and 31st March 2022. The exam will be held in 2 shifts, check the post wise exam date & exam time as mentioned in the below table.
Reporting Time for Shift-1 is 7:30 am and Shift-2 is 12:30 pm
| Post Name | Exam Date | Shift | Exam Time |
| Assistant Manager (Social Work/Psychology/Labour and Social Welfare/Library Science) | 28th March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| Assistant Manager (Journalism or Mass Communication or Public Relation) | 28th March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | 28th March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| IT Assistant | 29th March 2022 | 1 | 9 am to 12 pm |
| Hindi Translator | 29th March 2022 | 1 | 9 am to 12 pm |
| Personal Assistant | 29th March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| Junior Assistant Grade- 1 | 30th March 2022 | 1 | 9 am to 12 pm |
| Food Analyst | 30th March 2022 | 1 | 9 am to 12 pm |
| Central Food Safety Officer (CFSO) | 30th March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
| Technical Officer | 31st March 2022 | 1 | 9 am to 12 pm |
| Assistant | 31st March 2022 | 2 | 2 pm to 5 pm |
FSSAI Result & Cut Off 2022
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, FSSAI will be releasing FSSAI Result & Cut Off for the candidates who have appeared for FSSAI phase exam on 28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st March 2022 and the candidates can check all details by clicking on the below links.
FSSAI CBT 1 Result 2022- Click to Check
FSSAI Cut Off 2022 [Expected]- Click to Check
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Notification
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has released FSSAI Recruitment 2021 Notification against Advt No. DR-03/2021 and DR-04/2021 for Group A and other posts on its official website https://www.fssai.gov.in/ on 30th September 2021. The candidatures who have been waiting for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 Notification must go through the below official notification pdfs and apply if eligible for the vacancies.
FSSAI Various Posts Recruitment 2021 Notification- Download PDF
FSSAI Online Application 2022
The online registration process for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 started on 13th October 2021 on the official website www.fssai.gov.in and active till 12th November 2021 and the last date to pay the application fee is 17th November 2021. The interested and eligible applicants can apply directly for FSSAI recruitment 2021 from the below link which is now active officially.
Click to Apply for FSSAI Recruitment 2022 [Link Active]
Steps to Apply for FSSAI Recruitment 2022
Step-1 Click on the link that is given above or visit the official website of FSSAI @www.fssai.gov.in
Step-2 Scroll down the page and search for Jobs @FSSAI (Careers) at the bottom.
Step-3 Search for the job post you are interested in and click on “Apply Online”.
Step-4 The candidates will have to log in themselves first.
Step-5 Log in using their “Email I.D and the Password“.
Step-6 Fill in the details required in the application form correctly by providing the details.
Step-7 Upload your photo and signature in the required dimension and size.
Step-8 Finally, pay the required application fee and click on “Submit”.
Step-9 Save and download the application form for future use.
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Application Fee
The application forms for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 will not be accepted without the required application fee which has been categorised below. The fee is to be paid through online mode only.
| FSSAI Application Fees & Intimation Charges | |||
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs 1000/- | Rs 500/- | Rs 1500/- |
| SC/ST/EWS/Women/Ex-Servicemen/ PwBD | Nil | Rs 500/- | Rs 500/- |
FSSAI Vacancy 2022
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has announced 233 vacant posts along with FSSAI Recruitment 2021 Notification which have been tabulated below.
| FSSAI Recruitment 2021 Vacancy Details | ||
| Post Name | Department/Category | Vacancies |
| FSSAI Other Posts Vacancy- 233 Posts | ||
| Technical Officer | -- | 125 |
| Central Food Safety Officer | -- | 37 |
| Food Analyst | -- | 04 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | -- | 04 |
| Assistant Manager | Journalism or Mass Communication or Public Relation | 02 |
| Assistant Manager | Social Work, Psychology, Labour and Social Welfare, Library Science | 02 |
| Assistant | -- | 33 |
| Hindi Translator | -- | 01 |
| Personal Assistant | -- | 19 |
| IT Assistant | -- | 03 |
| Junior Assistant Grade-1 | -- | 03 |
| Total Vacancies | 233 | |
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 exam have been released along with its official notification. Have a look at the required post-wise eligibility criteria essential for FSSAI Recruitment 2021. The candidates holding the minimum education qualification and fall within the age limit can apply for the vacancies.
FSSAI Recruitment Age Limit
The candidates should not exceed more than the below age as of the closing date of the online application i.e. 12th November 2021.
| Post Name | Upper Age Limit |
| Food Analyst | 35 years |
| Assistant Manager, Assistant Manager (IT), Assistant, Hindi Translator, Personal Assistant, IT Assistant, Technical Officer, Central Food Safety Officer | 30 years |
| Junior Assistant Grade-1 | 25 years |
FSSAI Recruitment Education Qualification
| Post Name | Academic Requirement |
| Technical Officer | “Master Degree from a recognized University or Institution in Chemistry or Biochemistry or Food Technology or Food Science & Technology or Food & Nutrition or Edible Oil Technology or Microbiology or Dairy Technology or Agricultural or horticultural Sciences or Industrial Microbiology or Toxicology or Public Health or Life Science or Biotechnology or Fruit & Vegetable Technology or Food Safety & Quality Assurance. OR BE or B.Tech in Food Technology or Dairy Technology or Biotechnology or Oil Technology or Food Process Engineering or Food Processing Technology or Fruit & Vegetable Technology or Food Safety & Quality Assurance or Bachelor’s degree in Medicine or Veterinary Sciences or Fisheries or Animal Sciences OR PG Diploma of at least one-year duration in Food Safety or Food Science or Food Processing or Quality Assurance in Food sector or Dietetic and Public Health or Nutrition or Dairy Science or Bakery Science or Post Harvest Technology |
| Central Food Safety Officer | Degree in Food Technology or Dairy Technology or Biotechnology or Oil Technology or Agricultural Science or Veterinary Sciences or Bio-Chemistry or Microbiology or Master’s Degree in Chemistry or degree in medicine from a recognized University |
| Food Analyst | Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry or Dairy Chemistry or Food Technology or Food Science & Technology or Food & Nutrition or Edible Oil Technology or Microbiology OR Bachelor of Technology in Dairy or Oil or degree in Veterinary Sciences and 3 years of experience in the analysis of food |
| Assistant Manager | Post Graduate Degree or Diploma (Full Time courses) in journalism or Mass Communication or Public Relation from a recognized university or Institute OR Post Graduate Degree or Diploma in Social Work or psychology or Labour and Social Welfare from a recognized university or Institute OR Bachelor’s degree in Library Sciences or Library and Information Science of a recognized University or Institute. Two years of professional experience in a Library under Central or State Govt. or Autonomous or Statutory Organisation or Public Sector Undertaking or University. |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | B. Tech or M. Tech in Computer Science or any other relevant Engineering Discipline or MCA OR Bachelor’s Degree in Relevant field and 5 Years of total experience. Minimum 3 years’ experience in relevant field. |
| Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institution |
| Hindi Translator | Masters degree in Hindi with English as a compulsory subject and vice versa. OR Masters degree in any other subject with Hindi and English as compulsory subjects |
| Personal Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or Institution with proficiency in shorthand (80 WPM) and typing (40 WPM – English) and/ or (35 WPM Hindi) Should be computer literate and proficient in using MS Office and internet etc. |
| IT Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree with at least one year PG Diploma/Degree in Computer Application or Information Technology or equivalent degree in relevant field. OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application or equivalent degree in relevant field |
| Junior Assistant Grade-1 | 12th Standard or equivalent examination from a recognized Board or University |
FSSAI Recruitment Nationality
The candidate applying for FSSAI Recruitment 2021 must be either a citizen of India, or a subject of Nepal, or a subject of Bhutan, or a Tibetan refugee who came over to India before 1st January 1962 with the intention of permanently settling in India, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with the intention of permanently settling in India.
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Selection Process
The candidates will be selected through Computer Based Test (Stage 1 /Stage 2) and for some posts, there will be an interview round too. Check the post-wise selection process from the below section.
| FSSAI Selection Process | ||
| Post Advertised | Stages of Selection | Weightage assigned |
| Food Analyst | Written Test + Interview | Written Test – 85% Interview – 15% |
| Technical Officer | CBT (Stage-1) + CBT (Stage-2) | CBT (Stage-1) – 50% CBT (Stage-2) – 50% |
| Central Food Safety Officer | CBT (Stage-1) + CBT (Stage-2) | |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | CBT (Stage-1) + CBT (Stage-2) | |
| Assistant Manager | CBT (Stage-1) + CBT (Stage-2) | |
| Hindi Translator | CBT | CBT – 100% |
| Assistant | CBT | |
| Personal Assistant | CBT + Proficiency in Shorthand and Typing | |
| IT Assistant | CBT | |
| Junior Assistant Grade-I | CBT | |
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Exam Pattern
- It will consist of 100 Objective MCQ Type Questions
- The total duration of the examination is 120 Mins
- For every correct answer, 4 Marks would be given and 1 mark will be deducted for every wrong answer
The exam pattern for various posts has been listed below.
| FSSAI Technical Officer & Central Food Safety Officer Exam Pattern | |
| Subject | No. of Questions |
| General Intelligence | 05 |
| General Awareness | 05 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 05 |
| Computer Literacy | 10 |
| Indian and International Food Laws (An Overview) | 25 |
| FSSAI – Role, Functions, Initiatives ( A General Understanding) | 25 |
| Subject Matter Knowledge | 25 |
| Total | 100 |
| FSSAI Junior Assistant Grade- I & Assistant Exam Pattern | |
| Subjects | No. of Questions |
| General Intelligence | 20 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 |
| English Language | 15 |
| General Awareness | 25 |
| Computer Literacy | 10 |
| FSSAI – Role, Functions, Initiatives ( A General Understanding) | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
| FSSAI Hindi Translator Exam Pattern | ||
| Paper | Subject | No. of Questions |
| Paper 1 | General Hindi | 100 |
| General English | ||
| Paper 2 | Translation and Essay Descriptive Paper | 4 Question each having 25 Marks |
| FSSAI Assistant Director Exam Pattern | |
| Subject | No. of Questions |
| General Intelligence | 05 |
| General Awareness | 05 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 05 |
| Computer Literacy | 10 |
| Indian and International Food Laws (An Overview) | 10 |
| FSSAI – Role, Functions, Initiatives ( A General Understanding) | 10 |
| Subject Matter Knowledge | 55 |
| Total | 100 |
| FSSAI Assistant Manager (IT) & IT Assistant Exam Pattern | |
| Subject | No. of Questions |
| General Intelligence | 10 |
| General Awareness | 10 |
| English Language and Comprehension | 05 |
| Indian and International Food Laws (An Overview) | 05 |
| FSSAI – Role, Functions, Initiatives ( A General Understanding) | 05 |
| Subject Matter Knowledge | 65 |
| Total | 100 |
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Syllabus
The FSSAI Recruitment 2022 syllabus for some general subjects has been discussed below. The candidates must prepare as per the post they have applied for.
General Intelligence
- Analogies
- Similarities and differences
- Space visualization
- Relationship concepts
- Problem-solving
- Analysis
- Arithmetical number series
- Verbal and figure classification
- Decision making
- Visual memory
- Judgment
- Discriminating observations
- Arithmetical reasoning
- Non-verbal series
General Awareness
- Economic scene
- History
- Culture
- Geography
- Sports and scientific research
- General Polity including Indian Constitution
- Current Affairs
English Language
- General English
- Finding errors
- Passage based questions
- Idioms, Phrases
- Direct/indirect speech
- Sentence improvement
- Fill in the Blanks
- Para Jumbles
- Miscellaneous
- Synonyms and antonyms
- Word substitution
- Spotting errors in sentences
- Spelling error
- Grammar – noun, pronoun, adjectives, verbs, prepositions, conjunctions, use of ‘a’ ‘an” and ‘the’, idioms and phrases
Computer Literacy
Knowledge of MS office (word, excel, PowerPoint) including basic commands, emails, Google Docs, commonly use social media handles (Whattsapp, FB, Twitter, etc).
Check Detailed FSSAI Exam Pattern & Syllabus
FSSAI Salary Structure 2022
The selected candidates will draw a starting basic pay in the Pay Level as mentioned in the below table and they will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Children Education Allowance, LTC etc, as applicable for Central Government employees. Selected candidates will be governed by the defined contributory National Pension System (NPS) in addition to the benefit of gratuity.
| Name of the Post | Pay Scale |
| Technical Officer | Rs.44,900/- to Rs.1,42,400/- |
| Central Food Safety Officer | Rs.44,900/- to Rs.1,42,400/- |
| Assistant | Rs.35,400/- to Rs.1,12,400/- |
| Food Analyst | Rs.56,100/- to Rs.1,77,500/- |
| Assistant Manager (IT) | Rs.44,900/- to Rs.1,42,400/- |
| Assistant Manager | Rs.44,900/- to Rs.1,42,400/- |
| Hindi Translator | Rs.35,400/- to Rs.1,12,400/- |
| Personal Assistant | Rs.35,400/- to Rs.1,12,400/- |
| IT Assistant | Rs.35,400/- to Rs.1,12,400/- |
| Junior Assistant Grade- I | Rs.25,500/- to Rs.81,100/- |
Check Post-wise Detailed FSSAI Salary
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Admit Card
The candidates whose application forms are successfully accepted by FSSAI has been issued with the hall ticket to Computer-Based Test-1 through online mode. The FSSAI Admit Card is uploaded on the official website on 28th December 2021. The candidates qualifying in CBT-1 will be issued with admit card for CBT-2.
Click for FSSAI Admit Card 2022
FSSAI Recruitment 2022 Result
The result with the names/roll numbers of the qualifying candidates in CBT-1 will be published on the official website after the exam is over. The candidates with their names in the result will be eligible for CBT-2 or interview round whichever is the next stage for the selection process.