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FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026
The Food Corporation of India (FCI Assistant Grade 3) will conduct a recruitment drive to fill 5043 vacancies for Assistant Grade III for various departments, including General, Accounts, Technical, and Depot. Food Corporation of India is counted as one of the largest Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) that deals with food grain and supply chain management that provides job opportunities for graduated candidates at various posts.
FCI has announced 5043 vacancies to be recruited through FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026. The official notification will be released on 06th September 2026, as announced by the officials. SBI Clerk Notification 2026
Food Corporation of India (FCI) has released a notification for FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 in employment news, along with the complete details. The important dates for FCI Recruitment 2026 exam have been officially tabulated below.
FCI Assistant Grade 3 Online Application
The FCI Assistant Grade 3 2026 application process has commenced from 6th September 2026. Candidates are required to click on the mentioned below link or to visit the official page of FCI to fill in the online application forms as the entire process to apply for FCI Assistant Grade 3 2026 exam will be online. The application fee for FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam is Rs. 500/- for General category and NIL for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Female category.
FCI has announced 5043 vacancies to be recruited through FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026. The official notification will be released on 06th September 2026, as announced by the officials. SBI Clerk Notification 2026
FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam Date
Food Corporation of India (FCI) has released a notification for FCI Assistant Grade 3 Recruitment 2026 in employment news, along with the complete details. The important dates for FCI Recruitment 2026 exam have been officially tabulated below.
| Events | Dates |
| FCI Assistant Grade 3 Notification | To be announced |
| Online Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Last Date To Apply Online | To be announced |
| Availability of FCI Assistant Grade 3 Admit Card | To be notified |
| FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 Exam Date | To be announced |
| FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 2 Exam Date | To be notified |
| FCI Assistant Grade 3 Result | To be notified |
FCI Assistant Grade 3 Online Application
The FCI Assistant Grade 3 2026 application process has commenced from 6th September 2026. Candidates are required to click on the mentioned below link or to visit the official page of FCI to fill in the online application forms as the entire process to apply for FCI Assistant Grade 3 2026 exam will be online. The application fee for FCI Assistant Grade 3 Exam is Rs. 500/- for General category and NIL for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Female category.
EXAM PATTERN
FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 Exam Pattern
The Phase 1 online test is common for all the candidates irrespective of the different profiles under FCI Assistant Grade–III. The online test will be conducted in Hindi and English, except for the English Language paper.
1. The online test accounts for 100 marks for 100 questions.
2. Each question carries 1 mark, and there will be a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every wrong answer.
3. The duration of the examination is 1 hour, there will be a sectional timing in FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 Exam.
4. The marks obtained in Phase 1 shall not be considered while preparing the final merit list as this is a qualifying exam.
The Phase 1 online test is common for all the candidates irrespective of the different profiles under FCI Assistant Grade–III. The online test will be conducted in Hindi and English, except for the English Language paper.
1. The online test accounts for 100 marks for 100 questions.
2. Each question carries 1 mark, and there will be a negative marking of 1/4th mark for every wrong answer.
3. The duration of the examination is 1 hour, there will be a sectional timing in FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 Exam.
4. The marks obtained in Phase 1 shall not be considered while preparing the final merit list as this is a qualifying exam.
| Paper | No. of questions | Total Marks | Medium of Exam | Duration |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | English | 15 minutes |
| Reasoning Ability | 25 | 25 | Bilingual | 15 minutes |
| Numerical Ability | 25 | 25 | Bilingual | 15 minutes |
| General Studies | 25 | 25 | Bilingual | 15 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | -- | 60 minutes (1 hour) |
FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 FAQs
Q How is FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock test series by Smartkeeda helpful?
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FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock tests by Smartkeeda simulate the actual FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 exam and familiarize you with the latest examination pattern. It is especially useful for those who want to assess their preparation level and crack their exam on the first attempt.
Q How many mock tests are included in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock test series?
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5 mocks are included in the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock test series by Smartkeeda. These mock tests are completely based on the revised examination pattern released by the commission.
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Q Is the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock test series Bilingual?
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Yes! The FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock test series is bilingual (Hindi + English) and you can change the language any time by clicking on the language change option available at the upper right corner of the test window.
Q Is there a time limit for each mock test?
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Yes, each mock test has an overall time limit that is exactly similar to the actual FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 exam.
Q Can I pause the mock test in between?
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Yes, You can! However, we strongly recommend that you attempt the complete mock test in one go so that you can get familiar with the actual examination scenario. Nonetheless, if there is an emergency and you need to take a break, the option to pause and resume the mock test is available.
Q Can I reattempt the FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock tests if I am not satisfied with my performance?
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Yes! You can attempt the Smartkeeda FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock tests any number of times.
Q Can I find questions from the mock test in the actual FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 exam?
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The mock test questions are designed to simulate the actual FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 exam questions. While the questions may not be the same, the mock tests cover the same topics and are of a similar difficulty level.
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Performance tracking tool, "Smart Analysis" is available in the solution window where you can track your progress, identify your strengths and weaknesses, and focus on areas that require more attention.
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Q What is the difficulty level of FCI Assistant Grade 3 Phase 1 mock tests at Smartkeeda?
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