Overview
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) has announced 5 Group‑C Food Safety Officer posts under the Food & Drug Administration, Punjab. Eligible graduates and postgraduates in specified food and allied sciences can apply online from 09 to 29 March 2026. The posts offer a Level‑5 pay scale of ₹29,200–₹92,300 per month, with a written test and Punjabi language test for selection. The application fee is ₹2360 for general candidates and ₹1180 for SC candidates.
Key Details
- Organization
- Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot
- Qualification
- Bachelor’s/Master’s/Doctorate degree in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Oil Technology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medicine or other FSSAI‑recognised disciplines; mandatory FSSAI‑specified training after selection.
- Vacancies
- 5
- Posted
- 09 March 2026
- Last date to apply
- 29 March 2026
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 09 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 29 March 2026 |
| Cut-off Date for Age Calculation | 31 December 2025 |
| Written Test Date | To be notified |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Freedom Fighter (Female): 1; BC: 1; Ex-Serviceman (Female): 1; SC Ex-Serviceman: 1; General: 1
Selection Process
Written Test (100 marks) with minimum 33% qualifying marks; Punjabi Language Test (Matric level) with minimum 50% marks; merit list based on written test; tie‑breaking by age; document & police verification; no extra weightage.
How to Apply
Visit the official BFUHS website (https://www.bfuhs.ac.in)., Navigate to the 'Recruitments / Careers' section., Locate the advertisement Advt. No. BFU-26/05 for Food Safety Officer (Group‑C)., Download and review the revised terms & conditions., Click on the online application link for FSO (Group‑C)., Register with a valid email ID and mobile number., Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category information., Upload scanned copies of required documents (degree certificates, category certificates, domicile, etc.)., Pay the non‑refundable application fee online (₹2360 for General, ₹1180 for SC)., Submit the application and print the confirmation page/fee receipt for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for BFUHS Punjab Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 5 FSO Posts?
Notification Release Date: ; Application Start Date: 09 March 2026; Last Date to Apply Online: 29 March 2026; Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: 31 December 2025; Written Test Date: To be notified
What is the application fee?
General: 2360; SC: 1180
What is the age limit?
General: 18‑37 years; SC/BC: +5 years; Persons with Disabilities: +10 years; Ex‑Servicemen: deduct full service; upper age relaxable up to 45 years for certain employees; widows/divorcees: up to 40 years.
What is the selection process?
Written Test (100 marks) with minimum 33% qualifying marks; Punjabi Language Test (Matric level) with minimum 50% marks; merit list based on written test; tie‑breaking by age; document & police verification; no extra weightage.