Punjab Food Safety Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2026

Punjab Food Safety Officer (FSO) Recruitment 2026

The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has officially released the recruitment notification for the post of Food Safety Officer (FSO) under the Department of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India (Punjab). This is a highly sought-after role for candidates with a background in food technology and allied sciences.


📅 Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Date 09 March 2026
Online Application Starts 09 March 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 29 March 2026
Correction Window Available after submission

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

  • Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields from a recognized university:

    • Food Technology / Dairy Technology / Biotechnology

    • Oil Technology / Agricultural Science

    • Veterinary Sciences / Biochemistry / Microbiology

    • OR Master’s Degree in Chemistry

    • OR Degree in Medicine (MBBS)

  • Punjabi Language: Must have passed Punjabi at the Matriculation (10th) level.

  • Age Limit (as of 01-01-2026):

    • Minimum: 18 Years

    • Maximum: 37 Years

    • (Age relaxation: SC/BC/Govt Employees as per Punjab Govt rules).

💸 Application Fee

  • General: ₹1000 + GST

  • SC/BC/EWS: ₹500 + GST

  • Ex-Servicemen: ₹200 + GST

  • Physically Handicapped: ₹500 + GST


📝 Exam Pattern & Selection

The selection will b-e based on a Computer Based Test (CBT) or Written Exam followed b-y Document Verification.

  • Paper Composition: General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Food Safety & Standards Act 2006, and subject-specific questions (Food Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.).

  • Qualifying Marks: Punjabi Language proficiency is mandatory to qualify for the merit list.

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