Recruitment at IFFCO: Opportunity to apply for Agricultural Graduate Trainee posts; monthly stipend of ₹33,300..
Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) has invited applications for the position of Agriculture Graduate Trainee. A four-year full-time regular degree in Agriculture is mandatory for this post. Selected candidates will be required to complete a one-year training period. Upon successful completion of the training, candidates may be appointed to a regular position based on IFFCO's requirements.
**Key Recruitment Details**
| Details | Information |
| :--- | :--- |
| Post | Agriculture Graduate Trainee |
| Training Period | One year |
| Stipend during training | ₹33,300 per month |
| Basic pay upon regular appointment | ₹37,000 per month |
| Regular pay scale | ₹37,000 – ₹70,000 |
| Maximum age | 30 years (as of September 1, 2026) |
| Application deadline | October 14, 2026 |
| Mode of application | Online only |
| Place of training/posting | IFFCO offices, states, projects, or establishments across India |
**What are the educational qualification requirements?**
Candidates must possess a four-year full-time regular B.Sc. (Agriculture) degree from a university or institute recognized by the UGC or AICTE. Minimum qualifying marks have been prescribed for different categories:
* A minimum of 60% marks is required for General and OBC candidates.
* A minimum of 55% marks is required for SC and ST candidates.
Candidates with CGPA scores must convert their CGPA into a percentage while filling out the application.
**What is the age requirement?**
The maximum age of the candidate should be 30 years as of September 1, 2026. Age relaxation will be provided in accordance with the rules. 5-year relaxation for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
3-year relaxation for Other Backward Class (OBC) candidates belonging to the non-creamy layer.
What is the stipend during the one-year training?
Selected candidates must complete a one-year training period.
As per current rules, a stipend of ₹33,300 per month will be provided during the training.
Upon successful completion of training and subject to IFFCO's requirements, Agriculture Graduate Trainees may be absorbed into regular service.
What will be the salary upon regular appointment?
Upon absorption, the basic salary will be ₹37,000 per month.
The regular pay scale ranges from ₹37,000 to ₹70,000.
Additionally, allowances and other benefits will be provided in accordance with the organization's rules.
How will the selection take place, and how many exams will there be?
Eligible candidates must first appear for a preliminary online computer-based examination. This exam will be conducted in an open environment, and candidates will be required to use their own resources; a computer or laptop and internet connectivity will be necessary.
Candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the preliminary online exam will be called for the final online exam. The final exam will be conducted in a controlled environment at designated centers. However, IFFCO management reserves the right to modify the selection process based on the number of applications received.
What stages are involved in the selection process?
Preliminary online computer-based examination
Shortlisting based on performance in the preliminary exam
Final online examination at a designated center
Personal interview
Medical examination following the interview
Final selection after being found medically fit according to IFFCO's medical standards
Where will the posting be after selection?
The training for the position of Agriculture Graduate Trainee is organized for IFFCO's regional offices located across the country. However, despite the selection and initial location designated for training, candidates may be posted to any state, project, or establishment of IFFCO in India upon their induction into regular service. Therefore, applicants must be prepared for placement at any location across the country.
**Knowledge of the local language is mandatory**
Candidates must possess a good command of the regional language of the state for which they are applying. Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking that language is essential. Knowledge of one or more additional languages will be considered an added advantage. Furthermore, knowledge of Hindi is desirable (preferred).
**When and where to apply?**
Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply online. The last date for submission of applications is October 14, 2026.
Applications will be accepted only through the designated website; applications submitted via any other mode will not be considered.
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