The Spices Board of India, functioning under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, has announced multiple Recruitment 2026 opportunities across training, analyst and contractual posts. These engagements are mostly on training or temporary contract basis with selection through walk-in tests/interviews at various regional offices and quality laboratories.
About the Spices Board
The Spices Board of India works to promote Indian spices domestically and globally, organise quality evaluation, extension services and market development. It conducts periodic recruitment to support operational, analytical and field extension functions across different regions in India.
Vacancy Details
1. Trainee Analyst & SRD Trainee Posts (Walk-in)
The Spices Board has invited candidates for walk-in tests for Trainee Analyst and SRD Trainees at the Quality Evaluation Laboratory in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
- SRD Trainee: 02 posts (Bachelor’s degree in any discipline + basic computer knowledge)
- Trainee Analyst (Chemistry): 01 post (B.Sc. with Chemistry/major chemistry subject)
Selection is through a walk-in test and document verification. Stipend for trainees is approximately ₹20,000 per month.
2. Trainee Analyst — Mumbai Quality Lab (Walk-in)
Separate notification was issued for 4 Trainee Analyst posts (Microbiology and Chemistry) at the Quality Evaluation Laboratory, Mumbai. This walk-in test is scheduled with attendance required before the interview time, and selected candidates will undergo training on similar stipend terms.
3. Spices Extension Trainee (SET) Posts (SC/ST Only)
The Board also conducted a walk-in selection for Spices Extension Trainee roles exclusively for SC/ST candidates at various regional offices (including Gangtok, Sakleshpur, Guwahati). There are 08 vacancies for graduates in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Botany, Microbiology, Biotechnology with basic computer knowledge. Selection involves a written test and computer proficiency test followed by training. Stipend is around ₹20,000 per month, with travel allowance for spice field visits.
4. Research Associate (Agronomy & Soil Science)
The Board released a recruitment for Research Associate in the Agronomy and Soil Science Division, requiring a postgraduate degree (such as M.Sc. in Agronomy/Soil Science/Chemistry/Horticulture) and relevant research experience, to be posted at Kochi, Kerala. Selection involved a written test and interview.
5. Clerical Assistant (Retired Staff, Contractual)
Contract opportunities were available for Clerical Assistant posts for retired government employees across various regional and divisional offices of the Spices Board. These are short-term contractual roles with consolidated pay.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualifications:
- SRD Trainee: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with computer knowledge.
- Trainee Analyst: Bachelor’s degree with Chemistry or Microbiology major (for Mumbai posts).
- Spices Extension Trainee: Bachelor’s degree in relevant agricultural/science fields + computer knowledge.
- Research Associate: Postgraduate degree in relevant subjects with research experience.
- Clerical Assistant: Retired government service personnel proficient in office work.
Age Limits:
- Trainee/Analyst posts: Typically not more than 30 years for Trainee Analyst posts (age calculated as on walk-in date).
- Extension Trainees (SET): Generally not exceeding 35 years at walk-in.
- Age relaxations apply as per Government of India norms where applicable.
Selection Process
The selection process depends on the post:
- Walk-in Test/Interview: For Trainee Analyst, SRD, Spices Extension Trainees and related roles, selection is based on performance in the walk-in written/computer skill tests followed by verification of documents.
- Written Test & Interview: Research Associate and some specialised posts involve written tests followed by interview evaluation.
- Direct Contract Offers: Clerical Assistant posts for retired personnel involve application submission and credential verification.
Salary / Stipend
- Trainee roles: Approx. ₹20,000 per month stipend during the training period.
- Research Associate: Consolidated salary (e.g., around ₹35,000 per month for agronomy/soil science position).
- Clerical Assistant: Consolidated salary around ₹25,000 per month (contract basis).
These figures are indicative based on official walk-in notifications.
How to Apply
For most Spices Board Recruitments 2026:
- Candidates must attend the walk-in test/interview on the scheduled date at the specified venue with original certificates and photocopies.
- For specific research or retired staff roles, applications were submitted via email/hard copy to the Spices Board offices before the deadline.
- Official notifications and detailed guidelines are published on the Spices Board website at indianspices.com under the Opportunities / Careers section.
Work Locations
Positions and training engagements are based in multiple locations depending on the post:
- Guntur, Andhra Pradesh (Quality Evaluation Laboratory)
- Mumbai, Maharashtra (Quality Evaluation Laboratory)
- Regional Offices such as Gangtok (Sikkim), Sakleshpur (Karnataka), Guwahati (Assam/Nagaland)
- Headquarters and Research Offices such as Kochi, Kerala.
Final Notes
The Spices Board Recruitment 2026 offers a variety of training and temporary positions for graduates, postgraduates and experienced candidates under government notifications. Most selections are conducted through walk-in tests and interviews, and while these provide valuable government-linked experience, they are generally training or contract based and may not lead directly to permanent employment. Candidates are advised to refer to official notifications on the Spices Board website for complete eligibility and application details.