Spices Board India, has published an official employment notification for the engagement of 21 Trainee (Development). This special recruitment drive is exclusively open to candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories. Candidates with a relevant bachelor's degree in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, or related biological sciences can submit their application online through the official recruitment portal up to 19 October 2026.
Spices Board Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Spices Board |
| Recruitment Name | Selection of Trainee (Development) 2026 |
| Notification No. | 12/2026 (ADM/SET-GEN/01/2020-21/KAR) |
| Post Name | Trainee (Development) |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | indianspices.com |
| Notification Date | 01.10.2026 |
| Starting Date | Available now |
| Last Date | 19.10.2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 21 vacancies are available across multiple regions and unit offices.
| Region | Unit Office/Posting Centre | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Gangtok | FO, Sukhia Pakhari | 1 |
| DO, Kalimpong | 1 | |
| FO, Geyzing | 1 | |
| Sakleshpur | FO, Vanagur | 1 |
| Deptt. Nursery, Yeslur | 1 | |
| Deptt. Nursery, Beligeri | 1 | |
| FO, Sirsi | 1 | |
| FO, Madikeri | 1 | |
| Deptt. Nursery, Bettadamane | 1 | |
| Guwahati | DO, Aizawl | 1 |
| FO, Senapati | 1 | |
| FO, Dimapur | 1 | |
| FO, Ziro | 1 | |
| FO, Roing | 1 | |
| Other Regions | RO, Guntur | 1 |
| FO, Paderu | 1 | |
| RO, Nizamabad | 1 | |
| FO, Jagdalpur | 1 | |
| FO, Koraput | 1 | |
| RO, Mumbai | 1 | |
| FO, Patna | 1 | |
| Total | 21 | |
Important Dates
Candidates must complete their online registration before attending the written test at the assigned venue.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Release Date | 01.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Online Application | 19.10.2026 |
| Written Test Date (Sakleshpur, Aizawl, Senapati, Ziro, Roing, Nizamabad, Patna) | 22.10.2026 |
| Written Test Date (Gangtok, Dimapur, Guntur, Paderu, Jagdalpur, Mumbai) | 28.10.2026 |
| Written Test Date (Koraput) | 31.10.2026 |
| Reporting & Verification Time | 10:00 AM |
| Admit Card Release Date | Not Mentioned |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Botany, Microbiology, or Biotechnology from a recognized university or institute.
- Working knowledge of computers is required.
- Candidates must possess their original degree certificate. Those who have only a provisional certificate must have completed their degree within the last two years; applicants who have not received their final degree certificate are not eligible.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Not exceeding 35 years as on the date of the Written Test.
- Minimum Age: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
- Age Relaxation: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification (The drive itself is exclusively for SC/ST categories).
Stipend & Tenure Details
| Particulars | Terms/Benefits |
|---|---|
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 20,000/- per month |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | TA will be provided when traveling to spice fields |
| Period of Training | 2 Years from the date of joining |
| Leave Entitlement | 01 day per month |
Note: This engagement is strictly a training program and does not lead to permanent or regular appointment in the Spices Board.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Candidates | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification (No fee specified) |
| Other Categories | Not Applicable (Drive is exclusively for SC/ST) |
Selection Process
The selection of Trainees (Development) will be conducted through the following stages:
- Document/Certificate Verification: Conducted at the venue starting at 10:00 AM prior to the test.
- Written Examination/Computer Proficiency Test: Scheduled at 11:00 AM on the specified dates across designated test centers.
- Rank List Preparation: A merit-based rank list will remain valid for one year from the date of publication to fill initial or attrition-based openings.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
- Syllabus/Pattern Details: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
- The test will consist of an online written test and/or computer proficiency assessment conducted at designated regional/divisional centers.
Written Test Centers & Venues
Candidates must report to the designated test location based on the office applied for:
- Guntur & Paderu: Spices Board Regional Office, Chuttugunta Centre, Old Agriculture Market Committee Road, Murikipeta, Guntur - 522004, Andhra Pradesh.
- Nizamabad: Spices Board Regional Office cum Extension Centre, Vinayak Nagar, Near Rukmini Chambers, Nizamabad - 503001, Telangana.
- Mumbai: Spices Board Regional Office & Quality Evaluation Laboratory, EL-184, Electronic Zone, TTC Industrial Area, MIDC, Mahape, Navi Mumbai - 400710, Maharashtra.
- Patna: Spices Board Field Office, Vidhi Nagar, Near Sonu Market, Gola Road, Baily Road, Danapur, Patna - 801503, Bihar.
- Aizawl: Spices Board Divisional Office, Dr. F. Lalhmingsanga Building, H.No. T-61, 1st Floor, Venghlui, Aizawl - 796001, Mizoram.
- Senapati: Spices Board Field Office, Christian Colony, Senapati District - 765106, Manipur.
- Dimapur: Spices Board Field Office, H/No. 920, Lower Lerie Colony, Kohima - 797001, Nagaland.
- Ziro & Roing: Spices Board Divisional Office, Alexander House, VIP Road, Ward No-09, Mowb 1, Itanagar - 791111, Arunachal Pradesh.
- Koraput: District Skill Development Cum Employment Office, Koraput Main Road, Near Sadar Police Station, Koraput - 764020, Odisha.
- Jagdalpur: KD College of Horticulture and Research Station Road, Dharampura No-03, Jagdalpur - 494001, Chhattisgarh.
- Sakleshpur Region (Vanagur, Yeslur, Biligeri, Sirsi, Madikeri, Bettadamane): Spices Board Regional Office, Near Rotary School, Lakshmipura Extension, Hassan - 573134, Karnataka.
- Gangtok Region (Sukhiapokhari, Kalimpong, Geyzing): Spices Board Regional Office, Near State Bank of India, Tadong - 737102, Sikkim.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Spices Board recruitment portal.
- Locate the link for "Notification No. 12/2026 – Selection of Trainee (Development)".
- Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, contact, and category details.
- Submit the online application on or before 19.10.2026.
- Download and print a copy of the submitted form for reference.
- Report to your assigned test venue with original documents and self-attested photocopies on the specified test date by 10:00 AM.
Documents Required at the Venue
Candidates must carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies on the day of the test:
- Proof of Identity (Valid Government Photo ID card).
- Proof of Age (Class 10/Matriculation certificate or birth certificate).
- Degree Certificates and Mark Sheets (Original Degree/Convocation Certificate).
- Caste/Community Certificate (SC/ST certificate issued by a competent authority).
- Copy of the submitted online application form.
Important Instructions
- Only online registered candidates will be allowed to sit for the written examination; walk-in reporting without prior online application is strictly barred.
- Candidates who have previously undergone training in any office of the Spices Board are not eligible to apply.
- Final degree completion is mandatory; candidates awaiting final degree results or certificates cannot apply.
- No Traveling Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the written test.
- Reporting time is 10:00 AM sharp for document verification. Candidates arriving after the scheduled time will not be allowed.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Portal | Apply Online |
| Advertisement PDF | Notification |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply online for Spices Board Trainee Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 19 October 2026.
Who is eligible to apply under Notification No. 12/2026?
Only candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities holding a relevant bachelor’s degree in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, botany, microbiology, or biotechnology can apply.
What is the maximum age limit for the Trainee post?
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the date of the written test.
What is the monthly stipend offered?
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 20,000/- per month, with travel allowances provided when visiting spice fields.
Can candidates waiting for their final degree results participate in the test?
No. Candidates who have not yet received their final degree certificates are explicitly not eligible to appear for the test.
Is there any offline application mode?
No. All applicants must submit their application online through spicesboard.in/recruitment before appearing at the examination center.
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