BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 05 Group-C Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Faridkot Last Date: 29th March, 2026
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BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 05 Group-C Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Important Dates & Schedule
Notification Release
upcoming
As per Advt. No. BFU-26/05 (Revised Terms & Conditions)
Application Start
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9th Mar, 2026
Application End
upcoming
29th Mar, 2026
Admit Card Release
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To be notified on BFUHS website
Exam Date
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To be notified on BFUHS website
Result Date
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To be notified on BFUHS website
Other Important Dates
upcoming
Age calculation cut-off: 31 December 2025
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BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 05 Group-C Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has announced a lucrative opportunity for graduates and postgraduates through the BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026. This notification invites online applications for 05 Group-C Food Safety Officer (FSO) posts under the Food & Drug Administration, Directorate of Health Services, Punjab. This is an excellent chance to secure a government job in the health sector with a competitive pay scale. The recruitment is conducted via a written examination (Merit-based), making it a competitive exam process. Eligible candidates with degrees in Food Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related FSSAI-recognized disciplines can apply online from 09 March 2026 to 29 March 2026.

Key Highlights Table

Organization Name Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot
Post Name Food Safety Officer (Group-C)
Total Vacancies 05 Posts
Application Start Date 09 March 2026
Last Date to Apply 29 March 2026
Official Website https://www.bfuhs.ac.in

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

The total of 05 vacancies are distributed across various reserved categories. Note that this includes backlog vacancies for Freedom Fighter and Ex-Serviceman (Female).

Post Name Category Number of Posts Pay Scale Age Limit
Food Safety Officer (Group-C) Freedom Fighter (Female) 01 Level-5, ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 per month 18 to 37 Years (as on 31.12.2025)
BC (Backward Class) 01
Ex-Serviceman (Female) 01
SC Ex-Serviceman 01
General 01
Total 05

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

  • Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medicine, or other FSSAI-recognized disciplines (including MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BHMS, BUMS, etc.).
  • Training: Candidates must complete FSSAI-specified training at a recognized institute after selection.
  • Punjabi Language: Must have passed Matriculation with Punjabi as a compulsory subject. Additionally, a qualifying Punjabi Language test (Matric level) with at least 50% marks is mandatory for Group-C posts.

Age Limit

  • General Age Limit: 18 to 37 years.
  • Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of 31 December 2025.
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC/BC: +5 years.
    • PwD: +10 years.
    • Ex-Servicemen: Deduction of full service; upper limit relaxable by 3 years.
    • Govt Employees: Upper age relaxable up to 45 years.
    • Widows/Divorcees: Upper age relaxable up to 40 years.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Nationality: Indian Citizen, or subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or Tibetan refugee (pre-1962), or PIO from specified countries.
  • Financial Interest: Candidates with any financial interest in food manufacture/import/sale are not eligible.

Examination Structure & Selection

Selection Stages

  1. Written Test (100 Marks): Merit-based selection via a written examination conducted by BFUHS.
  2. Punjabi Language Test: Separate qualifying test (Matric level) with 50% marks.
  3. Document Verification & Police Verification: Final appointment subject to verification.

Exam Pattern

Subject No. of Questions Marks Duration
General Knowledge 20 20 2 Hours
Food Safety & FSSAI Rules 30 30
Relevant Discipline (Food Tech, Microbio, etc.) 40 40
Punjabi Language 10 10
Total 100 100

Negative Marking: Not explicitly mentioned in notification. Assume 0.25 marks deduction per wrong answer if applicable, but verify from official PDF.

Syllabus Highlights

  • General Knowledge: Current affairs, history, geography of Punjab/India.
  • Food Safety: FSSAI Act, 2006; Food Safety Standards; Hygiene practices.
  • Relevant Discipline: Subject-specific questions from Food Technology, Microbiology, Chemistry, etc.
  • Punjabi: Grammar, comprehension, vocabulary (Matric level).

Application Fee

  • All Categories (except SC): ₹2,360/- (₹2,000 + 18% GST).
  • SC Category: ₹1,180/- (₹1,000 + 18% GST).
  • Payment Mode: Online (non-refundable).

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  1. Visit the official website: https://www.bfuhs.ac.in.
  2. Navigate to the "Recruitments / Careers" section and find Advt. No. BFU-26/05.
  3. Download and read the revised terms & conditions carefully to verify eligibility.
  4. Click on the online application link for Food Safety Officer (Group C).
  5. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  6. Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category information accurately.
  7. Upload scanned documents (degrees, category certificates, etc.) in prescribed format.
  8. Pay the application fee online via the payment gateway.
  9. Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page/fee receipt.

Important Dates

  • Notification Release: As per Advt. No. BFU-26/05 (Revised Terms & Conditions).
  • Application Start Date: 09 March 2026.
  • Application End Date: 29 March 2026.
  • Age Calculation Cut-off: 31 December 2025.
  • Written Test Date: To be notified on BFUHS website.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the age limit for BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026?

The age limit is 18 to 37 years as of 31 December 2025. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/BC (+5 years), PwD (+10 years), and other reserved categories as per Punjab Government rules.

How can I apply for BFUHS FSO Recruitment 2026?

Applications must be submitted online through the official website https://www.bfuhs.ac.in from 09 March 2026 to 29 March 2026. Follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the notification.

What is the last date to apply for BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment?

The last date to submit the online application is 29 March 2026.

What is the selection process for Food Safety Officer posts?

Selection is based on a written test (100 marks) followed by a qualifying Punjabi language test. Final selection is subject to document verification and police verification.

What is the salary for BFUHS Food Safety Officer?

The pay scale is Level-5, ₹29,200 - ₹92,300 per month as per Punjab Food & Drug Administration Technical Group-C Service Rules, 2016.

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Baba Farid University of Health Sciences was established under an Act passed by the Legislature of the State of Punjab in July, 1998. The mission of the University is to create an intellectual, academic and physical environment, conducive to free flow of ideas and exchange of information between various faculties of the University and between this University and other Universities of Health Sciences in the country and abroad,thereby opening a window to the world for the health professionals, health planners, health managers, biomedical and social scientists and educators in health sciences of the country .


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