Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration Goa Recruitment 2026 for Junior Scientific Officer and Other Posts

The Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration (DFDA), Government of Goa, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Junior Scientific Officer (Food). This post is reserved under the General category and will be filled through online applications. The recruitment is an excellent opportunity for experienced postgraduates in Chemistry, Food Technology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or Food and Drugs. Candidates must also possess relevant laboratory experience and qualifications as per Central Government norms for Public Analyst appointments. The last date to apply online is 23rd January 2026.

Directorate of Food and Drugs Administration Recruitment 2026 Notice

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Name of OrganizationDirectorate of Food and Drugs Administration, Government of Goa
Post NamesJunior Scientific Officer (Food)
EducationPG in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Food Tech/Microbiology or Associate Chemist with Food Analysis
Total Vacancies01 (General category)
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationNorth Goa, Goa
Last Date to Apply23 January 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Junior Scientific Officer (Food)01PG in relevant field + Public Analyst qualification + 3 yrs experience

Education Qualification

  • Essential:
    • Post-Graduate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Microbiology, or Food and Drugs from a recognized university in India
    • OR Associate of the Institution of Chemists (India) by examination in Food Analysis section
    • Minimum 3 years of experience in analysis of food in a government-recognized laboratory
    • Declared qualified for appointment as a Public Analyst by a Board notified by the Central Government
  • Knowledge:
    • Konkani – Required
    • Marathi – Desirable

Salary

  • Pay Scale: Level-7 of the Pay Matrix as per Government of Goa norms

Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 45 years
  • Age relaxation applicable as per government norms

Application Fee

  • Not mentioned (likely NIL)

Selection Process

  • Application screening and document verification
  • Further selection as per Goa Civil Service recruitment procedures

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official application portal: https://cbes.goa.gov.in/
  2. Register with your details and login to the portal
  3. Click on the “Junior Scientific Officer (Food)” vacancy under DFDA Goa
  4. Fill in the online application form carefully
  5. Upload all required documents including:
    • PG Degree or Associate Chemist certificate
    • Proof of experience
    • Public Analyst qualification
    • Proof of language knowledge (if required)
  6. Submit the form before 23rd January 2026
  7. Download/print the application form for future reference

Important Dates

Start Date to Apply Online09 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online23 January 2026

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