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Recruitment Overview
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of Director, BEDF on a contractual basis. This recruitment drive offers a prestigious opportunity for experienced professionals with a background in agriculture, economics, or trade to contribute to India's export development sector. With only 1 post available, this is a highly specialized role based in New Delhi. This is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit and interview, with no competitive examination involved.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Director, BEDF |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://apeda.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director, BEDF | 1 | Last basic pay drawn minus pension plus Transport facility | Not more than 65 years on closing date (16-03-2026) |
Reservation: Specific reservation details (SC/ST/OBC) are not explicitly mentioned in the notification text.
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
Educational Qualification
- Ph.D. in: Agriculture / Agricultural Economics / Commerce / Public Administration / Economics / Statistics / International Trade.
- Desirable Qualifications:
- Law Degree
- Knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
- Experience in Trade Matters (especially Agricultural Products)
- Experience in the agricultural sector
- IT skills
- Minimum Experience: 25 years in the Government Sector (Central Govt./State Govt./Autonomous Body/Statutory Body under Central/State Govt.).
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 65 years as on the closing date of application submission (16-03-2026).
- Age Relaxation: Not specified in the notification. Standard government rules may apply, but no explicit concessions are mentioned.
Mandatory Requirements
- No physical standards (height/chest/run) mentioned.
- No local language requirements specified.
Selection Process
This recruitment involves Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview. There is no written examination.
- Stage 1: Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications and experience.
- Stage 2: Interview of short-listed candidates.
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can apply free of cost.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official APEDA website or download the notification PDF from the Important Links section.
- Read the official notification carefully to understand eligibility and requirements.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data, including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents: educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for (Director, BEDF) in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification (extracted from PDF).
- Ensure the email is sent on or before 16-03-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for receipt of applications | 16 March 2026 |
Important Links Section
- Notification PDF: Download APEDA Director, BEDF Notification 2026 PDF
- Apply Email: Extracted from PDF (Check notification for official email address)
- Official Website: https://apeda.gov.in