AP State Food Commission Recruitment 2026: 1 Member (ST) – Apply Offline @ civilsupplies.ap.gov.in

The Government of Andhra Pradesh, through the Consumer Affairs, Food & Civil Supplies (CS.II) Department, has invited applications for one post of Member (ST) in the Andhra Pradesh State Food Commission. The appointment is for a term not exceeding five years under the National Food Security Act, 2013 (NFSA) and the Andhra Pradesh Food Security Rules, 2017. Applications must reach the designated office by 5:00 PM on 20 November 2026.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

The Member shall be appointed from amongst persons who meet all of the following conditions:

• Citizens of India;
• Not beyond 65 years of age on the closing date of submission (20 November 2026); and
• Meet any one of the three conditions below:

• Condition A: Members of All India Services, Civil Services of the Union or State, or holders of Civil posts under the Union or State, with knowledge and experience in matters relating to food security, policy-making, and administration in agriculture, civil supplies, nutrition, health, or allied fields; OR
• Condition B: Persons of eminence in public life with wide knowledge and experience in agriculture, law, human rights, social service, management, health, food policy, or public administration; OR
• Condition C: Persons with a proven record of work relating to the improvement of food and nutrition rights of the poor.

Educational Qualification: The official notification does not specify a minimum educational qualification. The application form requires details of each examination or degree passed with certificates enclosed.

Age Limit: Applicants must not be beyond 65 years as of 20 November 2026. No age relaxation has been mentioned. No person shall hold office as Member after attaining 65 years of age.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Step 1 – Scrutiny: Applications received by the deadline will be scrutinised for completeness and eligibility.
• Step 2 – Selection Committee: A shortlist of candidates will be placed before the Selection Committee, which prepares a list of probable Members.
• Step 3 – Government Consideration & Appointment: The list of probable Members is submitted to the Government of Andhra Pradesh for final consideration and appointment.

No written test or interview has been specified in the official notification. The Government reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending any stage of the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Enclose self-attested copies of the following with the application:

• Matriculation/SSC marks card or equivalent certificate indicating date of birth
• Certificates of all educational qualifications passed
• ST Caste Certificate pertaining to ST-General category
• Experience certificate(s) from the relevant field(s) cited under eligibility conditions
• Proof of permanent address as asked in the application form
• Other testimonials, certificates, or proofs of service rendered in relevant fields
• Chronological employment & work experience sheet (office, post held, duration, scale of pay, nature of duties) on a separate sheet where needed
• List of all enclosed documents with the number of each
• One passport-size photograph affixed and self-attested on the application
• For Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employees: application must be sent through proper channel

Retired applicants must clearly indicate the date of retirement and the post last held in the application form.

How to Apply for AP State Food Commission Member (ST)

1. Download the prescribed proforma hosted on civilsupplies.ap.gov.in under the notification link.
2. Fill the form completely and affix a self-attested passport-size photograph in the designated space.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all supporting documents listed above.
4. Address the application to: The Ex-Officio Secretary to Government, Consumer Affairs, Food and Civil Supplies Department, 5th Building, 1st Floor, A.P. Secretariat, Velagapudi, Amaravati – 522238.
5. Send by post or hand over in person so that it is received by 5:00 PM on 20 November 2026.
6. Government employees must apply through proper channel.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• Candidates must review the National Food Security Act, 2013 and the Andhra Pradesh Food Security Rules, 2017 (G.O.Ms.No.8, CA,F&CS Department, dated 18-04-2017) before applying.
• The Government reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.
• If any material information is found concealed or distorted, appointment shall be liable to summary termination without notice.
• Pay and allowances shall not be varied to the disadvantage of the Member after appointment.
• The Member may be removed from office for reasons indicated in NFSA, 2013.

Official Links

• Download AP State Food Commission Member (ST) Official Notification PDF (Dated 05-11-2026)
• Civil Supplies Department Andhra Pradesh Official Website – Prescribed Application Proforma

Frequently Asked Questions