Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) — Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Cut-off Date: 13 Aug 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 14 Aug 1991 to 13 Aug 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 14 Aug 1991 to 13 Aug 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 14 Aug 1988 to 13 Aug 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Aug 1986 to 13 Aug 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Aug 1986 to 13 Aug 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 14 Aug 1981 to 13 Aug 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 13 Aug 2026)
The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Faculty and Lab Assistant, announcing a total of 4 vacancies located in Tamil Nadu. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 13 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Bachelor's/Master's degree with 55% marks and relevant diploma for Faculty; 12th pass with experience for Lab Assistant. and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 35 years for General, with relaxations up to 45 years for PWD., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 50,000 for Faculty and Rs. 30,000 for Lab Assistant.. The selection procedure comprises Interview-based selection.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
13 Aug 2026
|
|---|
| Post Name | Junior Faculty and Lab Assistant |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Qualification | Bachelor's/Master's degree with 55% marks and relevant diploma for Faculty; 12th pass with experience for Lab Assistant. |
| Age Limit | Max 35 years for General, with relaxations up to 45 years for PWD. |
| Salary | Rs. 50,000 for Faculty and Rs. 30,000 for Lab Assistant. |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned. |
| Selection Process | Interview-based selection. |
The Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI) has initiated the recruitment process for 4 vacancies on an ad-hoc basis. Interested candidates can apply for the positions of Junior Faculty and Lab Assistant through the official online portal. The application process must be completed by 13 August 2026.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Faculty (Ad-hoc) | 3 |
| Lab Assistant (Ad-hoc) | 1 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific academic and experience requirements before applying:
The maximum age criteria for applicants are as follows:
| Post | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|
| Junior Faculty | Rs. 50,000/- |
| Lab Assistant | Rs. 30,000/- |
Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification PDF thoroughly to ensure all prerequisites, including desired software skills (such as Photoshop, CorelDraw, or CAD tools), are met.
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