BFUHS Punjab Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 FSO Posts

BFUHS Food Safety Officer Recruitment 2026 notification has been released for 05 Group‑C posts under the Food & Drug Administration, Punjab. Interested candidates can apply online from 09 March to 29 March 2026 at bfuhs.ac.in as per the revised terms and conditions. Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has issued Advt. No. BFU‑26/05, inviting online applications for the Food Safety Officer posts. Graduates and postgraduates in Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Science, Veterinary Sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Medicine, and other FSSAI‑recognized disciplines are eligible to apply. Candidates must follow the official guidelines and submit applications before the last date to be considered for the Punjab Food Safety Officer Vacancy 2026

Salary Details — BFUHS Food Safety Officer 2026

• Pay Level: Level‑5 (as per Punjab Government Pay Matrix)
• Monthly Salary Range: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
• Perks & Allowances: Eligible for Dearness Allowance, Grade Pay, and other allowances as per government rules (if applicable).
• Salary increases with annual increments and promotions.

Eligibility Criteria — BFUHS Food Safety Officer 2026

1.Educational Qualification:
Candidates must possess a degree in any of the following fields:
Food Technology / Dairy Technology
Biotechnology / Oil Technology
Agriculture / Veterinary Sciences
Biochemistry / Microbiology / Chemistry
Medicine or equivalent

2.Age Limit:
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 37 years
(Age calculated as on 31 Dec 2025)
Age Relaxation: As per Punjab Government rules (e.g., SC/BC, Ex‑Servicemen, physically handicapped etc.)

3.Other Requirements:
Candidate must be an Indian citizen
Must fulfill physical and medical standards if specified in the notification

Selection Process — BFUHS Food Safety Officer 2026

The selection of candidates for the Food Safety Officer post will be based on the following stages:
Written Examination – Candidates will be tested on subjects related to food technology, microbiology, chemistry, and relevant regulations.
Document Verification – Candidates who qualify the written test will have to produce educational, age, and category certificates.
Final Merit List – Prepared based on performance in the written exam and verification of eligibility documents.

Note: No separate interview is mentioned; final selection depends mainly on the written test and verification.
In short: Written Exam → Document Verification → Merit List → Selection.

How to Apply — BFUHS Food Safety Officer 2026 (Step‑by‑Step)

1. Visit the official Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS) website: www.bfuhs.ac.in
2. Go to the “Recruitments” / “Careers” section and find the notification for Advt. No. BFU‑26/05 – Food Safety Officer (Group‑C).
3. Read the full notification carefully to check eligibility, age, qualifications, fee, and other important details before applying.
4. Click the online application link for Food Safety Officer.
5. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number (you’ll receive login credentials).
6. Fill in your personal details, educational qualifications, category, and contact information accurately.
7. Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, degree certificates, caste/domicile certificate, etc.) in the prescribed format.
8. Pay the application fee online through debit card / credit card / net banking (₹2360 for all except SC; ₹1180 for SC).
9. Submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page and fee receipt for future reference.