Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, has released Advertisement No. CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01, dated 17.10.2026, for CWC Recruitment 2026. The Corporation is inviting online applications from eligible male, female and transgender candidates for 327 vacancies across 8 posts: six Assistant Manager posts (General, Technical, Finance, Engineering-Civil, Engineering-Electrical and Engineering-Mechanical) and two Junior Executive posts (General and Technical).
The educational qualification differs by post, from a Post Graduation degree or diploma and B.Tech/B.E. degrees to a graduation or B.Sc degree. The online application started on 17.10.2026, and the last date to apply is 15.11.2026. Applications are accepted online only through the CWC website, www.cewacor.nic.in. The posts are on an All India cadre.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The detailed advertisement gives the post-wise vacancies, eligibility, exam pattern, syllabus, fee, application procedure and the prescribed certificate formats. The direct links are given below.
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Apply Online Link: www.cewacor.nic.in (Career @CWC (Direct Recruitment)-2026)
- Official Website: www.cewacor.nic.in
CWC Recruitment 2026 Overview
The table below summarises the key facts of the CWC Recruitment 2026 notification.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC), a Navratna CPSE |
| Advertisement No. | CWC/I-Manpower/DR/Rectt/2026/01, dated 17.10.2026 |
| Post Names | Assistant Manager (General, Technical, Finance, Engineering-Civil, Engineering-Electrical, Engineering-Mechanical) and Junior Executive (General, Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | 327 |
| Pay Scale | Assistant Manager: Rs. 40000-140000 (E-1); Junior Executive: Rs. 29000-93000 (S-V) |
| Who Can Apply | Male, female and transgender candidates who meet the nationality, qualification, experience and age conditions of the post |
| Application Mode | Online only, at www.cewacor.nic.in |
| Application Start Date | 17.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15.11.2026 |
| Job Location | All India cadre; posting anywhere in India/outside India as decided by CWC |
| Selection Process | Online Test + Document Verification followed by Interview (Assistant Manager); Online Test + Document Verification (Junior Executive) |
| Official Website | www.cewacor.nic.in |
CWC Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The CWC apply online date is 17.10.2026, and the last date to apply and to pay the fee is 15.11.2026. The remaining dates are tentative and will be intimated later on the website.
| Event | Tentative Dates/Month |
|---|---|
| Online Registration | 17.10.2026 to 15.11.2026 |
| Payment of Application Fees (Online) | 17.10.2026 to 15.11.2026 |
| Download of Call Letter for Examination | Around 21 days before the exam |
| Online Examination | Will be intimated later (some/all/additional dates as the need arises) |
| Download of Call Letters for Interview/Document Verification | Will be intimated later |
| Interview/Document Verification | Will be intimated later |
CWC Vacancy 2026
CWC Vacancy 2026 has a total of 327 posts across 8 posts. The category-wise break-up as given in Table-A of the notification is shown below. PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) are horizontal reservations. The number of posts is tentative and may vary as per the actual requirements of CWC.
| S. No. | Post Name (Post Code) | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 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-1 current and PwBD-1 backlog) |
| 4 | Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Civil (04) | 22 (current: SC-1, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-2, UR-10; backlog: SC-2; PwBD-1 current and PwBD-1 backlog) |
| 5 | Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Electrical (05) | 5 (SC-1, OBC-1, UR-3; PwBD-1 backlog) |
| 6 | Assistant Manager (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-3 current and PwBD-1 backlog; Ex-SM-11) |
| 8 | Junior Executive (Technical) (08) | 78 (SC-7, ST-6, OBC-26, EWS-7, UR-32; PwBD-3 current and PwBD-2 backlog; Ex-SM-11) |
The Table-A figures add up to 327 posts. Ten percent of the vacancies are reserved for the EWS as per DoPT OM No. 36039/1/2019-Estt (Res) dated 19th January, 2019. The notification also gives the post-wise PwBD slots by disability category for the Assistant Manager posts: Assistant Manager (General) has 2 for category (a) and 1 for category (e); Assistant Manager (Technical) has 2 for category (b); Assistant Manager (Finance) has 1 for category (c) and 1 backlog for category (e); Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Civil has 1 backlog for category (a) and 1 for category (c); and Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Electrical has 1 backlog for category (a). The categories are (a) Visual Handicapped, (b) Hearing Handicapped, (c) Orthopedically Handicapped, (d) Intellectual Disability and Mental Behaviour, and (e) Multiple Disabilities.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To meet the CWC eligibility, a candidate must satisfy the nationality, qualification and age conditions as on the last date of application, 15.11.2026.
- A candidate must be a citizen of India, a subject of Nepal or Bhutan, a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1 January 1962 with the intention of settling permanently, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia or Vietnam with the intention of settling permanently in India. Candidates in the last four groups must hold a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
- The minimum age to apply for all the posts is 18 years.
- All qualifications must be from a University/Institution/Board recognized by the Government of India or approved by Government regulatory bodies. Candidates appearing in the final year or final semester are not eligible.
- Where SGPA/CGPA/OGPA is awarded, it should be converted into equivalent percentage in the online application.
- No change of category is permitted after registration.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Qualification
The post-wise CWC qualification and experience are given below.
| Post Name (Post Code) | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (General) (01) | Two years Post Graduation Degree/Post Graduation Diploma in any discipline | Nil |
| Assistant Manager (Technical) (02) | Bachelor of Technology or Bachelor of Engineering in Agriculture/Food Technology/Food Science/Food Science and Technology/Food Technology Management/Biotechnology | Nil |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) (03) | Graduate in Commerce with three years' post qualification experience in Finance & Accounting, OR Graduate in any discipline with CA Intermediate/CMA Intermediate | 3 years (for the Commerce graduate route) |
| Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Civil (04) | Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering | Nil |
| Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Electrical (05) | Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Electrical Engineering, or in Electrical and Electronics Engineering | Nil |
| Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Mechanical (06) | Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering | Nil |
| Junior Executive (General) (07) | Graduate in any discipline with working knowledge in computer applications, MS Office etc. | Nil |
| Junior Executive (Technical) (08) | B.Sc. (Agriculture)/B.Sc. (Botany)/B.Sc. (Zoology)/B.Sc. (Biotechnology)/B.Sc. (Microbiology)/B.Sc. (Biochemistry)/B.Sc. (Food Science)/B.Sc. (Chemistry), with working knowledge in computer applications, MS Office etc. | Nil |
For the post of Assistant Manager (Finance), the period of articleship is not counted in the required experience. Only regular employment experience is counted.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The CWC age limit is a maximum of 28 years as on 15.11.2026 for all the posts. Candidates should not have been born earlier than 16.11.1998 and later than 15.11.2008, both days inclusive. The maximum age in Table-A is applicable to UR candidates, and the following relaxation is given on top of it.
| 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, Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs who have rendered at least 5 years of military service and been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to complete within one year of the last date), otherwise than by dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct, inefficiency or physical disability attributable to military service or invalidment | 5 years, subject to the ceiling as per Government guidelines |
| Ex-Servicemen for the post codes 07 and 08 | 3 years after deducting the number of years of military service |
| Persons affected by 1984 riots | 5 years |
- With cumulative age relaxation, the maximum age limit cannot exceed 55 years as on 15.11.2026.
- For Ex-Servicemen (post codes 07 and 08), the period of actual military service is deducted from the actual age, and the resultant age should not exceed the maximum age limit by more than 3 years (8 years for SC/ST and 6 years for OBC candidates).
- The relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates is allowed on a cumulative basis with any one of the other categories listed above, except SC/ST/OBC themselves.
- Departmental candidates (regular CWC employees) get age relaxation only if they have at least 5 years of service left on the last date of receipt of applications.
- Age concession is not admissible to sons, daughters and dependents of Ex-Servicemen. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates applying against unreserved posts get no age or qualifying-marks relaxation.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Salary
The CWC salary for the Assistant Manager posts is Rs. 40000-140000 in the E-1 scale, and for the Junior Executive posts it is Rs. 29000-93000 in the S-V scale (IDA pattern). Besides basic pay and IDA, candidates are entitled to other allowances, perks and benefits as per the policies of the Corporation. The notification also lists CPF, contributory pension, gratuity, LTC, performance related pay or variable pay, and medical reimbursement as admissible for regular employees.
| Post Name | Scale of Pay (IDA) |
|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (all six posts, codes 01 to 06) | Rs. 40000-140000 (E-1) |
| Junior Executive (General and Technical, codes 07 and 08) | Rs. 29000-93000 (S-V) |
Selected candidates are appointed on probation. Assistant Manager candidates have to furnish a bond of Rs. 1,00,000 and Junior Executive candidates a bond of Rs. 50,000, to serve the Corporation for a minimum of two years, at the time of joining.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
The CWC application fee is Rs. 850 plus intimation charges of Rs. 500 (Rs. 1,350 in total) for UR, EWS and OBC candidates. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and women candidates are exempt from the application fee but must pay intimation charges of Rs. 500. The amount is inclusive of GST, and the payment gateway charges are borne by the candidate.
| Category | Application Fee | Intimation Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Serviceman and women candidates | Nil | Rs. 500 | Rs. 500/- |
| Other candidates (UR/EWS/OBC) | Rs. 850 | Rs. 500 | Rs. 1,350/- |
- The fee is non-refundable and is paid through the online payment gateway only. Payment by DD, cheque or postal order is not accepted.
- Payment can be made by debit card (RuPay/Visa/MasterCard/Maestro), credit card, internet banking, UPI, IMPS, cash cards or mobile wallets.
- A candidate applying for more than one post must apply and pay the fee separately for each post.
- On successful payment, an e-receipt is generated. If no e-receipt is generated, the payment has failed, and the candidate should log in again with the Provisional Registration Number and Password and repeat the payment.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The CWC selection process depends on the post. Candidates must first register for the online recruitment process for each post.
| Post Code | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 and 06 (Assistant Manager posts) | Online Test + Document Verification followed by Interview |
| 07 and 08 (Junior Executive posts) | Online Test + Document Verification |
- Candidates are shortlisted from the online test in the ratio of 1:5 for the Assistant Manager posts (Interview) and 1:3 for the Junior Executive posts (Document Verification). The Interview and Document Verification are conducted at Delhi.
- For the Assistant Manager posts, the Interview carries 30 marks. The minimum qualifying marks in the Interview are 50% for Unreserved and EWS candidates, 45% for OBC and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates. The weightage of the online exam and the Interview is 85:15.
- For the Junior Executive posts, appointment is based on the marks obtained in the online test, after successful Document Verification.
- Each candidate must obtain a minimum score in each section and a minimum total score. The minimum qualifying marks for the Professional/Subject Knowledge test (posts 02 to 06 and 08) and for the Language & Comprehension Abilities Descriptive Test (all posts) are 40% for Unreserved and 35% for OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.
- If two or more candidates get the same score, the senior candidate by date of birth is placed higher. A wait list up to 100% of the vacancies in each category may be kept.
- Cut-offs are applied in two stages, on the scores in individual tests and on the total score. If the exam is held in more than one session, the scores are equated and normalized.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The online examination is of 3 hours in total, with each test separately timed. There is a penalty of one-fourth of the marks of the question for each wrong answer, and there is no penalty for an unanswered question. Each post has 202 questions and 230 maximum marks.
Assistant Manager (General)
| Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 60 | 60 | Hindi and English | 50 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | English | 25 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 60 | 60 | Hindi and English | 50 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | Hindi and English | 25 minutes |
| Language & Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive Test) | 2 | 30 | English | 30 minutes |
Assistant Manager (Technical), (Finance), (Engineering)-Civil, (Engineering)-Electrical and (Engineering)-Mechanical
| Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional/Subject Knowledge | 60 | 60 | Hindi and English | 55 minutes |
| General Awareness | 40 | 40 | Hindi and English | 20 minutes |
| English Language | 40 | 40 | English | 25 minutes |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 30 | 30 | Hindi and English | 25 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | Hindi and English | 25 minutes |
| Language & Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive Test) | 2 | 30 | English | 30 minutes |
Junior Executive (Technical)
| Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject Knowledge | 65 | 65 | Hindi and English | 55 minutes |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 40 | 40 | English | 25 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 40 | 40 | Hindi and English | 30 minutes |
| General Awareness | 20 | 20 | Hindi and English | 15 minutes |
| English Language | 35 | 35 | English | 25 minutes |
| Language & Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive Test) | 2 | 30 | English | 30 minutes |
Junior Executive (General)
| Test | No. of Questions | Maximum Marks | Medium | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reasoning and Computer Aptitude | 50 | 50 | English | 45 minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation and Quantitative Aptitude | 50 | 50 | Hindi and English | 45 minutes |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 | Hindi and English | 25 minutes |
| English Language | 50 | 50 | English | 35 minutes |
| Language & Comprehension Abilities (Descriptive Test) | 2 | 30 | English | 30 minutes |
CWC reserves the right to modify the structure of the examination. Other details will be given in an Information Handout, available with the call letters on www.cewacor.nic.in. The tentative list of exam centres across states and union territories is given in Annexure I of the notification, and the choice of centre once made is final.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Syllabus
The notification says the syllabus is broad and indicative and may change slightly in the examination. The professional/subject knowledge topics are as follows.
- Assistant Manager (Technical) (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.
- Assistant Manager (Finance) (03): Financial Accounting (Ind AS, GAAP, bank reconciliation, cash flow statement, final accounts, payroll accounting, cost accounting); Taxation (Income Tax Act, 2025 and Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017); Auditing (company audit, audit reports and certificates, ledger scrutiny, internal control).
- Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Civil (04): Structural Engineering; Geotechnical Engineering and Geomatics Engineering; Water Resources Engineering; Environmental Engineering; Transportation Engineering; Surveying; Project Management and Planning; Concrete Technology and Prestressed Concrete.
- Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Electrical (05): Electric Circuits; Electromagnetic Fields; Signals and Systems; Electrical Machines; Power Systems; Control Systems; Electrical and Electronic Measurements; Analog and Digital Electronics; Power Electronics.
- Assistant Manager (Engineering)-Mechanical (06): Applied Mechanics and Machine Design; Thermal Engineering and Fluid Mechanics; Manufacturing Technology and Engineering Materials; Production Engineering; Industrial Engineering.
- Junior Executive (Technical) (08): Basic Agriculture; Botany; Zoology; Chemistry; Physics.
The detailed sub-topics for each of these are given in the notification PDF.
Documents Required for CWC Recruitment 2026
The following documents, in original along with a self-attested photocopy, are required at the time of Interview/Document Verification, as applicable.
- Valid Interview/Document Verification call letter with a 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm photograph pasted
- System generated printout of the online application form
- Proof of date of birth (Birth Certificate or SSLC/Std. X certificate with date of birth)
- Photo identity proof (see the identity verification section of the notification)
- Mark sheets and certificates for educational qualifications from Std. X onwards
- Caste certificate in the prescribed format for SC/ST/OBC candidates. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate based on the income for FY 2025-26, 2024-25 and 2023-24, issued on or after 01.04.2026 and not later than 15.11.2026.
- EWS candidates: Income and Asset Certificate in the prescribed format for FY 2025-26, valid for 2026-27 and in possession on or before 15.11.2026
- PwBD candidates: Disability certificate in the prescribed format issued by the District Medical Board, and the scribe details if a scribe was used
- Ex-Servicemen: Copy of the discharge certificate/pension payment order and documentary proof of rank. Those still in defence service must submit a certificate that they will be relieved on or before 15.11.2027.
- Candidates serving in Government/Quasi-Government offices/PSUs: No Objection Certificate from the employer
- 1984 riot affected persons: Certificate from the District Magistrate. Candidates in the non-Indian-citizen categories: certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India.
Candidates should not send documents directly to CWC before or after Document Verification. Outstation candidates called for Document Verification/Interview are reimbursed A.C. III tier rail fare/bus fare or actual expenses, whichever is less, on production of proof of travel.
How to Apply for CWC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online only from 17.10.2026 to 15.11.2026. No other mode of application is accepted. A candidate can apply for one or more posts according to the qualification and eligibility, but must apply and pay the fee separately for each post. Not more than one application should be submitted for a particular post.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Apply Online
- Keep ready a scanned photograph, signature, left thumb impression and a hand-written declaration, a valid personal e-mail ID and mobile number, and the details for online payment.
- Go to www.cewacor.nic.in, click the link "Career @CWC (Direct Recruitment)-2026" and then "Click here to apply online for Advertisement No. 2026/01".
- Choose "Click here for New Registration" and enter the name, contact details and e-mail ID. A Provisional Registration Number and Password are generated and also sent by e-mail and SMS.
- Fill in the application form. The "Save and Next" option can be used to save the data and verify it. The name of the candidate and the father/husband must be spelt as in the Class 10 certificate/mark sheet.
- Upload the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and hand-written declaration, and capture the live photograph by webcam or mobile phone.
- Preview the form, click "Complete Registration" after verifying, then use the "Payment" tab to pay the fee and click "Submit".
- Take a printout of the application form and the e-receipt. Do not send them to CWC.
Documents to Upload
| Document | Specification |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent passport style colour photograph, 4.5 cm x 3.5 cm, file size 20 KB to 50 KB (200 x 230 pixels preferred) |
| Signature | On white paper with black ink (not in capital letters), file size 10 KB to 20 KB (140 x 60 pixels preferred) |
| Left Thumb Impression | On white paper with black or blue ink, JPG/JPEG, 3 cm x 3 cm (240 x 240 pixels at 200 DPI), file size 20 KB to 50 KB |
| Hand-written Declaration | In English, in the candidate's own handwriting (not in capital letters), JPG/JPEG, 10 cm x 5 cm (800 x 400 pixels at 200 DPI), file size 50 KB to 100 KB |
The text of the declaration is: "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." Visually impaired candidates or others who cannot write may get the text typed and put their left thumb impression below it. The online application is not registered unless the photograph, signature, left thumb impression and hand-written declaration are uploaded as specified.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- All details in the online application, including name, category, date of birth, post, address, mobile number, e-mail ID and exam centre, are final, and no change is allowed after submission.
- Online applications cannot be withdrawn, and the fee is neither refunded nor held in reserve for any other examination. For multiple applications for the same post, only the latest valid application is retained and the fee for the others is forfeited.
- Candidature at every stage is provisional. CWC can cancel the candidature at any stage if the candidate does not meet the eligibility norms or has given false information.
- Candidates must carry the call letter, the original photo identity proof and its photocopy to the exam. The name on the call letter must match the photo identity proof. Ration cards and learner's driving licences are not accepted as ID proof.
- Biometric data (left thumb impression) and a photograph are captured on the day of the exam and verified at Document Verification/Interview.
- Candidates reporting late are not permitted to take the exam. Candidates may need to be at the venue for up to 4 hours or more.
- Items not allowed in the exam centre include mobile phones, Bluetooth devices, calculators, watches, handbags, belts, caps, metallic items and eatables. Only half-sleeved clothing and open-toe footwear are allowed.
- Use of unfair means can lead to disqualification, debarment and an FIR. CWC analyses the answers of candidates to detect similarity patterns.
- Candidates with disabilities using a scribe get compensatory time of 20 minutes per hour or as advised. The scribe must be one step lower in qualification and must not be a candidate for any post in this advertisement.
- Intimations are sent by e-mail and SMS only. All announcements and any corrigendum are published only on www.cewacor.nic.in. In case of a dispute over interpretation, the English version prevails.
- Appointment is subject to medical fitness. No person dismissed or compulsorily retired from CWC, a State or Central Government department or a PSU, or convicted for an offence involving moral turpitude, is eligible.
CWC Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join Arattai Channel | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Sarkari Result | Click Here |
| Download Mobile App | Click Here |
