Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), a Navratna Central PSU under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, has released Advertisement No. CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01 for 327 vacancies across 8 posts — six Assistant Manager posts and two Junior Executive posts. Online applications are open at cewacor.nic.in from 17 October to 15 November 2026. Assistant Manager posts carry a pay scale of Rs. 40,000–1,40,000 and Junior Executive posts carry Rs. 29,000–93,000. The post is on an All India cadre.
Important Note
1. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate online application and pay the fee separately for each post. Not more than one application per post is allowed.
2. Assistant Manager (Finance) candidates applying through the Commerce graduate route need 3 years of post-qualification experience in Finance and Accounting. Articleship is not counted — only regular employment counts.
3. Selected candidates must furnish a service bond of Rs. 1,00,000 for Assistant Manager posts and Rs. 50,000 for Junior Executive posts, committing to serve CWC for a minimum of 2 years.
CWC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), Navratna CPSE |
| Ministry | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution |
| Advertisement No. | CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01, dated 17 October 2026 |
| Posts | Assistant Manager (General, Technical, Finance, Engg.-Civil, Engg.-Electrical, Engg.-Mechanical) and Junior Executive (General, Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | 327 |
| Pay Scale | AM: Rs. 40,000–1,40,000 (E-1, IDA); JE: Rs. 29,000–93,000 (S-V, IDA) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 28 years as on 15 November 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start | 17 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 November 2026 |
| Selection | Online Test + Interview (AM posts); Online Test + DV (JE posts) |
| Posting | All India cadre |
| Official Website | cewacor.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration start | 17 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply and pay fee | 15 November 2026 |
| Call letter for exam download | Around 21 days before exam date |
| Online Examination date | To be announced at cewacor.nic.in |
| Interview / Document Verification date | To be announced at cewacor.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Post Name | Post Code | Total Posts | Category Breakup |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Manager (General) | 01 | 70 | SC-9, ST-3, OBC-23, EWS-7, UR-28; PwBD-3 |
| 2 | Assistant Manager (Technical) | 02 | 60 | SC-9, ST-4, OBC-16, EWS-6, UR-25; PwBD-2 |
| 3 | Assistant Manager (Finance) | 03 | 10 | ST-1, OBC-3, EWS-1, UR-5; PwBD-2 (1 current + 1 backlog) |
| 4 | AM (Engineering)-Civil | 04 | 22 | SC-1, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-2, UR-10 (current) + SC-2 (backlog); PwBD-2 |
| 5 | AM (Engineering)-Electrical | 05 | 5 | SC-1, OBC-1, UR-3; PwBD-1 backlog |
| 6 | AM (Engineering)-Mechanical | 06 | 4 | OBC-1, UR-3 |
| 7 | Junior Executive (General) | 07 | 78 | SC-11, ST-5, OBC-21, EWS-7, UR-34; PwBD-4; Ex-SM-11 |
| 8 | Junior Executive (Technical) | 08 | 78 | SC-7, ST-6, OBC-26, EWS-7, UR-32; PwBD-5; Ex-SM-11 |
| Total | 327 |
PwBD and Ex-Servicemen are horizontal reservations within the overall vacancies. Vacancy count is tentative and may change.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| AM (General) — Code 01 | 2-year PG Degree or PG Diploma in any discipline | Nil |
| AM (Technical) — Code 02 | B.Tech / B.E. in Agriculture / Food Technology / Food Science / Food Science & Technology / Food Technology Management / Biotechnology | Nil |
| AM (Finance) — Code 03 | Route A: Graduate in Commerce + 3 years’ post-qualification experience in Finance & Accounting; Route B: Graduate in any discipline + CA Intermediate or CMA Intermediate | Route A: 3 years’ regular employment (articleship not counted) |
| AM (Engg.)-Civil — Code 04 | B.Tech / B.E. in Civil Engineering | Nil |
| AM (Engg.)-Electrical — Code 05 | B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Nil |
| AM (Engg.)-Mechanical — Code 06 | B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering | Nil |
| JE (General) — Code 07 | Graduate in any discipline + working knowledge of computer applications, MS Office | Nil |
| JE (Technical) — Code 08 | B.Sc. in Agriculture / Botany / Zoology / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Food Science / Chemistry + working knowledge of computer applications, MS Office | Nil |
All qualifications must be completed as on 15 November 2026. Candidates in their final year or final semester are not eligible.
Age Limit (as on 15 November 2026)
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 28 years |
| SC / ST | 33 years (5 years relaxation) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 31 years (3 years relaxation) |
| PwBD | 38 years (10 years relaxation) |
| Ex-Servicemen (codes 01–06) | 5 years after deducting military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (codes 07–08) | 3 years after deducting military service (max: UR up to 31, OBC up to 34, SC/ST up to 36) |
| 1984 riot-affected persons | 33 years (5 years relaxation) |
| Departmental CWC candidates | With at least 5 years of service remaining on the last date |
Cumulative age relaxation cannot exceed 55 years. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates applying against unreserved posts get no age relaxation.
Date of birth range (without relaxation): born between 16 November 1998 and 15 November 2008 (both inclusive).
Pay Scale and Benefits
| Post | Scale | Pay Range (IDA) |
|---|---|---|
| All 6 Assistant Manager posts | E-1 | Rs. 40,000 – Rs. 1,40,000 |
| Both Junior Executive posts | S-V | Rs. 29,000 – Rs. 93,000 |
Other benefits include IDA, CPF, gratuity, LTC, performance-related pay, medical reimbursement and other allowances as per CWC policies.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Nil | Rs. 500 | Rs. 500 |
| All others (UR / EWS / OBC) | Rs. 850 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,350 |
All amounts are inclusive of GST. Fee is paid online only (Debit card, Credit card, Net Banking, UPI, IMPS, Cash Cards, Mobile Wallets). Non-refundable. Gateway charges are borne by the candidate.
Selection Process
| Post Group | Selection Stages |
|---|---|
| AM posts (Codes 01–06) | Online Test → Shortlisting at 1:5 ratio → Document Verification → Interview (30 marks) |
| JE posts (Codes 07–08) | Online Test → Shortlisting at 1:3 ratio → Document Verification → Appointment |
For AM posts, the Interview carries 30 marks with minimum qualifying marks of 50% (UR/EWS), 45% (OBC) and 40% (SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM). The final merit is based on an 85:15 weightage of Online Test and Interview marks.
For JE posts, appointment is based on Online Test marks after successful Document Verification. No interview.
Shortlisting for the Descriptive Test and for the Subject Knowledge test has minimum qualifying marks of 40% for UR/EWS and 35% for all reserved categories.
Exam Pattern
All posts: 202 questions, 230 maximum marks, 3 hours total. Negative marking: –¼ mark per wrong answer. No penalty for unanswered questions.
Assistant Manager (General) — Code 01
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 60 | 60 | 50 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Data Analysis, Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 60 | 60 | 50 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Language and Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive) | 2 | 30 | 30 min |
AM (Technical/Finance/Engineering) — Codes 02–06
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional / Subject Knowledge | 60 | 60 | 55 min |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | 20 min |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 25 min |
| Data Analysis, Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | 25 min |
| Language and Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive) | 2 | 30 | 30 min |
Junior Executive (General) — Code 07
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 min |
| Data Analysis, Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | 45 min |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | 25 min |
| English Language | 50 | 50 | 35 min |
| Language and Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive) | 2 | 30 | 30 min |
Junior Executive (Technical) — Code 08
| Test | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge | 65 | 65 | 55 min |
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 25 min |
| Data Analysis, Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | 30 min |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | 15 min |
| English Language | 35 | 35 | 25 min |
| Language and Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive) | 2 | 30 | 30 min |
Subject Knowledge Syllabus (Key Topics)
The notification describes these as broad and indicative — topics may vary in the actual exam.
AM (Technical) — Code 02: Agricultural Process Engineering and Storage Systems; Food Engineering and Preservation; Food Chemistry and Nutrition; Food Microbiology and Pest Control; General Biology and Biotechnology; Grain Storage, Quality Control and Chemical Preservation.
AM (Finance) — Code 03: Financial Accounting (Ind AS, GAAP, bank reconciliation, cash flow, final accounts, payroll, cost accounting); Taxation (Income Tax Act 2025, GST Act 2017); Auditing (company audit, audit reports, ledger scrutiny, internal control).
AM (Engg.)-Civil — Code 04: Structural Engineering; Geotechnical Engineering and Geomatics; Water Resources; Environmental Engineering; Transportation Engineering; Surveying; Project Management; Concrete Technology and Prestressed Concrete.
AM (Engg.)-Electrical — Code 05: Electric Circuits; Electromagnetic Fields; Signals and Systems; Electrical Machines; Power Systems; Control Systems; Electrical and Electronic Measurements; Analog and Digital Electronics; Power Electronics.
AM (Engg.)-Mechanical — Code 06: Applied Mechanics and Machine Design; Thermal Engineering and Fluid Mechanics; Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Materials; Production Engineering; Industrial Engineering.
JE (Technical) — Code 08: Basic Agriculture; Botany; Zoology; Chemistry; Physics.
How to Apply
- Visit cewacor.nic.in and click “Career @CWC (Direct Recruitment)-2026”, then “Click here to apply online for Advertisement No. 2026/01”.
- Click “New Registration” and enter your name, contact details and email ID. Note the Provisional Registration Number and Password sent by email and SMS.
- Fill in the application form and use “Save and Next” to verify data before proceeding.
- Upload: photograph (4.5 cm × 3.5 cm, 20–50 KB), signature (black ink on white, 10–20 KB), left thumb impression (3 cm × 3 cm, 20–50 KB) and a hand-written declaration (10 cm × 5 cm, 50–100 KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Capture a live photograph via webcam or mobile.
- Preview the form, click “Complete Registration”, then pay the fee via the “Payment” tab.
- Take a printout of the application and e-receipt. Do not send them to CWC.
- If applying for more than one post, repeat the process from Step 1 with a separate application and fee payment.
Hand-written declaration text: “I, (Name of the candidate), hereby declare that all the information submitted by me in the application form is correct, true and valid. I will present the supporting documents as and when required.”
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01) | Click Here |
| Apply Online (CWC e-Portal) | Click Here |
| CWC Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
How many vacancies are there in CWC Recruitment 2026?
327 posts across 8 posts — 171 Assistant Manager and 156 Junior Executive.
What is the last date to apply for CWC Recruitment 2026?
15 November 2026. This is also the last date to pay the fee.
What is the pay scale for CWC Assistant Manager and Junior Executive?
Assistant Manager: Rs. 40,000–1,40,000 (E-1, IDA). Junior Executive: Rs. 29,000–93,000 (S-V, IDA).
Is there an interview for CWC Junior Executive posts?
No. Selection for Junior Executive posts is by Online Test and Document Verification only.
What is the application fee?
UR/EWS/OBC male candidates: Rs. 1,350 total (Rs. 850 fee + Rs. 500 intimation charges). SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women: Rs. 500 (intimation charges only).
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must submit a separate application and pay the fee separately for each post.
Is there negative marking in the CWC exam?
Yes. Each wrong answer loses one-fourth of the marks allotted to that question.
What is the service bond requirement?
Rs. 1,00,000 for Assistant Manager posts and Rs. 50,000 for Junior Executive posts, with a minimum service commitment of 2 years.
Disclaimer
This article is based on CWC Advertisement No. CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01 dated 17 October 2026. Vacancy numbers are tentative. Exam dates will be announced at cewacor.nic.in. Detailed sub-topics for each subject knowledge area are in the official notification PDF. JobShouter is not associated with Central Warehousing Corporation. This article is for informational purposes only.
