APEDA Recruitment 2025 Notification has been released for Associate and Consultant posts at the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Interested candidates can apply for APEDA Associate and Consultant Recruitment 2025 through the offline application format provided in the article.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for contractual positions of Associate and Consultant at multiple regional offices. Candidates looking for these Agri-Business positions can submit their applications through offline mode till 22nd September 2025. Find all essential details regarding APEDA Associate and Consultant Vacancy 2025 below.
APEDA Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF
The official APEDA Recruitment 2025 notification PDF for Associates and Consultants is available at the APEDA website and as direct links in this article. Candidates can download the notification PDF containing all eligibility and application details for each post.
- APEDA Associate Notification 2025 PDF – Click to Download
- APEDA Consultant Notification 2025 PDF – Click to Download
APEDA Recruitment 2025 Highlights
Candidates holding the required qualifications in Agri Business Management or Public Policy and relevant work experience have an excellent opportunity to apply for APEDA Recruitment 2025. View the key highlights from the table below.
| Organization Name | APEDA (Ministry of Commerce & Industry) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Associate, Consultant |
| Number of Vacancies | Associate: 5; Consultant: 4 |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Email Submission) |
| Registration Dates | 8th September to 22nd September 2025 |
| Educational Qualification | PGDM/MBA (Agri Business/Public Policy) |
| Age Limit | Associate: up to 45 yrs; Consultant: up to 50 yrs |
| Remuneration | Associate: ₹80,000–₹1,05,000; Consultant: ₹1,20,000–₹1,65,000 |
| Official Email for Application | [email protected] |
APEDA Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
The APEDA recruitment notification for Associate and Consultant posts includes all relevant dates for submission. Candidates must apply offline by sending their applications via email before the last date.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 8th September 2025 |
| Application Submission Starts | 8th September 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22nd September 2025 (by 2:00 pm) |
Eligibility Criteria for APEDA Recruitment 2025
Candidates interested in APEDA Recruitment 2025 must review the detailed eligibility conditions for Associate and Consultant posts, including discipline, education, experience, and age limit.
Associate Posts
- Educational Qualification:Â PGDM (Agri Business) / MBA in Agri Business Management / Public Policy (essential)
- Experience:Â Minimum 3 years in Agri Business / Public Policy (essential)
- Desirable:Â Experience in training, capacity building, working with startups/FPOs, and conducting events
- Age Limit:Â Up to 45 years
Consultant Posts
- Educational Qualification:Â PGDM (Agri Business) / MBA in Agri Business Management / Public Policy (essential)
- Experience:Â Minimum 5 years in Agri Business / Public Policy (essential)
- Desirable:Â Experience in training, capacity building, working with startups/FPOs, and conducting events
- Age Limit:Â Up to 50 years
APEDA Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
The available posts and locations for 2025 recruitment are as follows:
| Post | Locations | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | Patna, Raipur, Dehradun, Varanasi, Lucknow | 1 each |
| Consultant | Patna, Raipur, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad | 1 each |
APEDA Application Form 2025
The offline APEDA application process for Associate and Consultant posts has started from 8th September 2025. Eligible candidates must download the prescribed format from the notification and submit their signed, typed application, CV, and self-attested documents via email:
Send to:Â [email protected]
Documents Required:
- Proof of age (birth certificate or equivalent)
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates
- Recent passport size photo
- Police verification report
- Medical fitness certificate
- Updated CV
Use only one application form for one post. Any incorrect or false information may result in the cancellation of candidature.
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Selection Process for APEDA Recruitment 2025
Based on educational qualifications and work experience, candidates will be shortlisted for an interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for interview details. The final selection will consider merit and experience as per APEDA norms.
APEDA Salary Structure 2025
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration as detailed below, inclusive of all applicable taxes. No other facility or allowance will be provided.
| Post | Remuneration per Month |
|---|---|
| Associate | ₹80,000–₹1,05,000 |
| Consultant | ₹1,20,000–₹1,65,000 |
While on tour, TA/DA will be admissible as per Pay Level 10 in the Central Government.
General Terms & Conditions
- Contract period: initial one year, renewable yearly up to three years based on performance
- Leave: 20 days per year (pro-rata), plus maternity leave as per government norms
- No claim for permanent employment
- Adherence to official rules, secrecy, and conduct standards
- Engagement subject to satisfactory document and health verification
- Services can be terminated with notice or pay in lieu at any time
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How to Apply for APEDA Recruitment 2025
- Download the prescribed application format from official notification
- Fill, sign, and email the application and required documents to [email protected] by 22nd September 2025, 2:00 pm
- Mention the post and location applied for in the application
For more details, refer to the official notifications attached above.
