Spices Board Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 21 Trainee (Development) Posts (Notification No. 12/2026)

The Spices Board, functioning under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has officially released its employment notification (Notification No. 12/2026, dated 1st October 2026) for the engagement of qualified candidates as Trainee (Development) exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates across various regional, divisional, and field offices located in India.

The online application registration window opened on 2nd October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal up to 19th October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
Notification Number	Notification No. 12/2026 (Dated 1st October 2026)
Post Designation	Trainee (Development)
Total Openings	21 Vacancies (Provisional, distributed across various unit offices)
Exclusive Category Eligibility	Exclusively for SC and ST Candidates
Training Duration	2 Years from the date of joining
Job / Training Location	Various Regional, Divisional & Field Offices across India (Gangtok, Sakleshpur, Guwahati, Guntur, etc.)
Application Mode	Online Only (via official Spices Board recruitment portal)
Notification Release Date	1st October 2026
Online Application Start Date	2nd October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	19th October 2026
Official Website Portals	www.indianspices.com / spicesboard.in/recruitment/

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Official Notification Publication Date	1st October 2026
Commencement of Online Application Window	2nd October 2026
Closing Date for Online Applications	19th October 2026
Region-Wise Written / Walk-in Tests	22nd October 2026 to 31st October 2026
Reporting Time at Test Venue	10:00 AM (Document verification followed by test at 11:00 AM)

Stipend & Compensation Structure Matrix

Parameter / Component	Financial Details & Benefits
Monthly Stipend Amount	Consolidated stipend of ₹20,000/- per month during the training period.
Travel Allowance (TA)	Authorized Traveling Allowance (TA) is paid when trainees travel to spice fields as part of official duties.
Leave Entitlement	Casual leave allowance as per Spices Board trainee rules (typically 1 day per month).

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters

• Maximum Age Limit: Not exceeding 35 Years as on the date of the written test.
• Category Reservation: Since the drive is exclusively for SC/ST candidates, standard upper-age relaxations apply as per government directives.

2. Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Core Academic Degree: Four-year or regular Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following specialized subjects from a recognized University or Institute:
  • Agriculture
  • Horticulture
  • Forestry
  • Botany
  • Microbiology
  • Biotechnology
• Computer Literacy: Candidates must possess a working knowledge of computers (MS Office / digital data handling).
• Important Note: Candidates who have already undergone training at any office of the Spices Board previously are not eligible to apply again. Candidates awaiting final degree certificates are generally not permitted unless provisional requirements are fully satisfied.

Selection Process & Test Structure

The selection methodology comprises two core sequential stages:

1. Document Verification: Conducted on the day of the test at the respective regional centers prior to the examination. Candidates must present all original educational and category certificates.
2. Written Test / Computer Proficiency Test: Objective-type evaluation conducted at designated regional testing centers between 22nd October 2026 and 31st October 2026. Final selection is drawn purely on merit based on written test outcomes.

Application Fee Structure

• Application Fee: Nil (Free of Cost). No processing fee is required for SC/ST candidates applying under this notification.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Navigate to the official Spices Board recruitment website at spicesboard.in/recruitment/.
2. Review Guidelines: Read Notification No. 12/2026 thoroughly to confirm regional office allocations and eligibility rules.
3. Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form with accurate personal particulars, academic records, and SC/ST certificate details.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned digital copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and supportive certificates.
5. Final Submission: Submit the application form before the final deadline of 19th October 2026. Print a hard copy of the submitted application form and carry it along with original documents to the designated test venue on your test date.

🔗 Spices Board Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online via Spices Board Portal

📄 Download Spices Board Trainee Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for Spices Board Trainee Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application submission deadline is 19th October 2026.

Q2: Who is eligible to apply for these trainee posts?

A: This recruitment is exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates holding a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Botany, Microbiology, or Biotechnology.

Q3: What is the monthly stipend provided during the training period?

A: Selected trainees receive a fixed consolidated monthly stipend of ₹20,000/-.

Q4: What is the duration of the training program?

A: The training engagement is for a period of two years from the date of joining and does not guarantee regular permanent absorption.

Q5: What is the selection process?

A: Selection is based on document verification and a Written Test conducted region-wise across designated test centers.