Organization | The Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI) |
|---|---|
Advertisement No. | DR/CCI/2026 |
Date of Advertisement | 09/07/2026 |
Post Names | Assistant Manager (Official Language/IT), Management Trainee (Marketing/Accounts), Junior Commercial Executive, Junior Assistant (Accounts/General) |
Total Vacancies | 148 |
Mode of Application | Online |
Application Start Date | 09/07/2026 |
Last Date to Apply | 24/07/2026 |
Official Website |
Important Dates
Candidates should note the following important dates for CCI Recruitment 2026 and complete their application well before the closing date to avoid last-minute issues.
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Opening date of online registration | 09/07/2026 |
Closing date of online registration (last day of fee payment) | 24/07/2026 |
Note: CCI reserves the right to make any changes in these dates.
Vacancy Details
CCI has announced a total of 148 vacancies across seven posts. The post-wise vacancy breakup, including regular and backlog posts, is given below.
Post Code | Name of Post | Regular | Backlog | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
101 | Assistant Manager (Official Language) | 01 (UR) | - | 01 |
102 | Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | 01 (UR) | - | 01 |
103 | Management Trainee (Marketing) | 7 (SC-2, ST-1, OBC-2, EWS-1, UR-1) | 1 (OBC) | 8 |
104 | Management Trainee (Accounts) | 5 (SC-1, OBC-2, EWS-1, UR-1) | 3 (ST) | 8 |
105 | Junior Commercial Executive | 50 (SC-7, ST-4, OBC-14, EWS-5, UR-20) | - | 50 |
106 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | 50 (SC-7, ST-4, OBC-14, EWS-5, UR-20) | - | 50 |
107 | Junior Assistant (General) | 29 (SC-5, ST-2, OBC-8, EWS-3, UR-11) | 1 (ST) | 30 |
Out of the total posts for Junior Commercial Executive, Junior Assistant (Accounts), and Junior Assistant (General), 2, 2, and 1 posts respectively are reserved for PwBD candidates, and 7, 7, and 4 posts respectively are reserved for Ex-Servicemen.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
A candidate must be a citizen of India.
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies by post. Candidates must check the specific requirement for the post they intend to apply for before submitting their application.
Post Code | Post Name | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
101 | Assistant Manager (Official Language) | Post graduate degree in Hindi with minimum 50% marks in aggregate; should have studied English as one subject up to graduation and be well conversant in Hindi. Qualification in Hindi translation and MBA are added advantages. Minimum 1 year experience in an organization of repute. |
102 | Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | BE (IT/CS), MCA, or MBA/PGDM with specialization in IT/System with minimum 50% marks in aggregate; minimum 1 year experience in a reputed public/private sector organization holding a responsible position. |
103 | Management Trainee (Marketing) | MBA in Agri Business Management/Agriculture related Management equivalent to MBA. |
104 | Management Trainee (Accounts) | |
105 | Junior Commercial Executive | B.Sc Agriculture from a recognized University with 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates). |
106 | Junior Assistant (Accounts) | B.Com from a recognized University with 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates). |
107 | Junior Assistant (General) | Any Graduate from a recognized University with 50% marks in aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates). |
For post codes 105, 106 and 107, employees currently working in CCI (regular/temporary) require Any Graduate (10+2+3) qualification, with age relaxation limited to their years of service in CCI.
Age Limit
The minimum age for all posts is 18 years as on the date of advertisement. The maximum age limit varies by post as shown below.
Post | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
Assistant Manager (Official Language/IT) | 32 years |
Management Trainee (Marketing/Accounts) | 30 years |
Junior Commercial Executive / Junior Assistant (General/Accounts) | 30 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms.
Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
Other Backward Class (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | 10 years |
Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deduction of military service from actual age |
Persons domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir (1.1.1980 to 31.12.1989) | 5 years |
The maximum age limit, after considering cumulative age relaxation, shall not exceed 47 years as on the date of advertisement.
Salary/Pay Scale
CCI offers pay scales under the IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pattern based on the post applied for.
Post | Pay Scale (IDA) |
|---|---|
Assistant Manager (Official Language) | Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000 |
Assistant Manager (Information Technology) | Rs. 40,000 - 1,40,000 |
Management Trainee (Marketing) | Rs. 30,000 - 1,20,000 |
Management Trainee (Accounts) | Rs. 30,000 - 1,20,000 |
Junior Commercial Executive | Rs. 22,000 - 90,000 |
Junior Assistant (Accounts) | Rs. 22,000 - 90,000 |
Junior Assistant (General) | Rs. 22,000 - 90,000 |
Selected candidates will be on probation for 12 months and must execute a service bond to serve a minimum of 3 years in the Corporation, or pay 3 months' basic pay in lieu thereof.
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay the application fee/intimation charges online as per their category. The fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | GST (18%) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GEN/EWS/OBC | Rs. 1000/- | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 270/- | Rs. 1770/- |
SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PwBD | - | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 90/- | Rs. 590/- |
Payment must be made online only through debit card, credit card, or net banking via the SBI payment gateway. GST and bank/transaction charges are to be borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
Selection for CCI Recruitment 2026 will be made through a Computer Based Test followed by Document Verification.
The written test will consist of 120 objective-type MCQs to be completed in 120 minutes.
1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer, with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
The test covers General English, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, General Knowledge, Computer Proficiency (post-wise), and Subject Knowledge specific to the post.
Minimum qualifying percentage for the Computer Based Test is as follows:
Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
|---|---|
UR/EWS/OBC | 40% |
SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen | 35% |
Examinations will be conducted in Mumbai/Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, New Delhi, Chennai, Lucknow, Chandigarh, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Ahmedabad, Patna, and Jaipur.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload scanned copies of the following documents at the time of online application:
Recent passport size color photograph
Recent scanned signature
10th class certificate/mark sheet
12th class certificate/mark sheet
Essential qualification degree certificate
Additional qualification degree certificate (if any)
Experience certificate (if applicable)
Original documents along with photocopies will be required at the time of document verification.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for CCI Recruitment 2026 by following the steps below:
Visit the official website www.cotcorp.org.in and click on the "Recruitment" link.
Read the advertisement carefully and verify eligibility for the post.
Click "Enter" and fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and other required details.
Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates.
Preview the application form and read the declaration before submission.
Pay the applicable application fee/intimation charges through the online payment gateway.
Take a printout of the application form and the fee payment receipt for future reference.
Note: The online application, once submitted, cannot be altered or withdrawn under any circumstances. Candidates can apply for only one post; multiple applications will be summarily rejected.
Important Instructions
Candidates are advised not to bring mobile phones or any electronic/communication devices to the examination venue.
The Corporation reserves the right to fill or not fill any of the advertised posts without assigning any reason.
Candidates already employed with Government/Semi-Government/PSU organizations must submit a No Objection Certificate at the time of document verification.
Category, once selected in the application form, cannot be changed at any later stage.
No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the written test or document verification.
Cotton Corporation of India Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here