The Spices Board trainee notice invites applications for 3 Trainee (Marketing) posts at the Head Office in Kochi. Spices Board, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has released Notification No. 15/2026 dated 4 November 2026 on indianspices.com. The training is exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates. It suits graduates in any discipline with computer knowledge who want two years of paid training in marketing.
The notice lists 3 posts with a stipend of ₹20,000 a month for two years of training. Selection is through a written test, and the last date to apply is 25 November 2026. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Spices Board notice No. 15/2026 dated 4 November 2026. Last verified: 5 November 2026.
Spices Board is taking 3 trainees in Marketing, only from SC and ST candidates, at its Head Office in Kochi. The stipend is ₹20,000 a month for two years, and selection is through a written test. Candidates must apply online at spicesboard.in by 25 November 2026.
Quick Summary of Trainee (Marketing) 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Spices Board (Ministry of Commerce & Industry) |
| Notice No. | 15/2026, dated 4 November 2026 |
| Post | Trainee (Marketing) |
| Total Posts | 3 |
| Category | SC and ST candidates only |
| Stipend | ₹20,000 per month |
| Training Period | Two years from joining |
| Training Place | Head Office, Kochi |
| Selection | Written test |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree with computer knowledge |
| Age Limit | Not more than 30 years |
| Leave | One day per month |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
| Official Website | indianspices.com |
Spices Board Trainee Posts and Stipend
The Board needs 3 trainees for its marketing work at the Head Office in Kochi.
| Trainee | Posts | Stipend | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trainee (Marketing) | 3 | ₹20,000 per month | 2 years |
Trainees get one day of leave per month. The Board calls the number of trainees provisional and says it may change at the time of selection.
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Eligibility
Only SC and ST candidates can apply. The notice limits the Spices Board trainee programme to these two categories.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University or Institute, with computer knowledge |
| Age | Not more than 30 years as on the last date of submitting the online application |
The last date for the online application is 25 November 2026. Candidates can check their age on the age calculator before applying.
Candidates must get the original degree certificate within two years from the date of issue of the provisional degree certificate. Those who miss this period cannot apply for the test.
Who cannot apply
- Candidates who have undergone training in any office of the Spices Board, whether or not they completed it.
- Candidates who did not get the original degree certificate within two years of the provisional certificate’s date of issue.
Selection Process
Selection for the Spices Board trainee posts is through a written test only.
- Candidates submit the online application by 25 November 2026.
- The Board publishes the details of shortlisted candidates on its website, along with the written test venue, date and time.
- Shortlisted candidates take the written test.
- The Board prepares a rank list from the results.
The Board pays no travel allowance (TA) or daily allowance (DA) to candidates who attend the written test. Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification. The Board’s decisions on eligibility, the test and selection are final, and it does not entertain representations.
The Board uses the rank list only if a selected candidate does not join by the stipulated date. It also uses the list if a trainee leaves through death or resignation within one year of joining. The list stays valid for up to one year from the date results are published. A fresh notification for the same training ends that validity. Filled posts can never exceed the number notified.
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How to Apply
- Read the Spices Board trainee notice on indianspices.com and check the eligibility criteria.
- Open the recruitment page on spicesboard.in.
- Submit the application online before 25 November 2026.
- Keep the registered email address and mobile number active, since the Board sends all selection updates there.
- Watch the Board website for the shortlist and the written test details.
Details to keep ready
- Degree certificate, provisional or original
- Active email address and mobile number
Candidates should apply only through the official link and never pay anyone for a training seat. The Board advises candidates to follow updates on indianspices.com and not to rely on third-party websites. A false or suppressed detail cancels the candidature. If the Board finds one after selection, it can end the training.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice dated | 4 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 25 November 2026 |
| Written test | Announced with the shortlist |
The Board will publish the venue, date and time of the Spices Board trainee written test on its website with the shortlist.
After the Training Period
The Board states that selection as a trainee is only training. It has no link to regular appointment and cannot be regularised at any stage. Candidates who want other short-term training can browse the latest internship and trainee notices on this site.
Training Location in Kochi
The Head Office is at Sugandha Bhavan, N.H. Bypass, Palarivattom, Cochin 682025, in Kerala. A Spices Board trainee spends the full two years at this office. Kochi is far from Darjeeling, Sikkim and the North East, so candidates from these regions must move to Kerala for the period.
This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website.
Should You Apply?
This training suits SC and ST graduates who want two years of paid marketing training at a central government body. It does not suit candidates who need a regular salaried post, since the notice rules out regular appointment at any stage. Those candidates can browse current all-India jobs instead.
Only 3 Spices Board trainee posts are open, and a written test decides selection, so competition among eligible candidates can be tight. The ₹20,000 is a stipend, not a salary. Candidates from North Bengal, Sikkim and the North East should plan the cost of travel and stay. The notice gives no TA or DA for the test.
This is added context, not part of the official notice. Confirm with the official website.
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Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification No. 15/2026 | Download Notification No. 15/2026 PDF |
| Online application | Apply online at spicesboard.in |
| Board website | Visit the Spices Board website |
| More government jobs | Latest government job updates |
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for Spices Board trainee 2026?
The last date to apply online is 25 November 2026. Candidates apply through the recruitment page on spicesboard.in. The Board will publish the shortlist and the written test venue, date and time on its website.
What is the stipend for Trainee (Marketing) at Spices Board?
The stipend is ₹20,000 per month for the two-year training period. It is a stipend and not a salary. Trainees also get one day of leave per month.
Can I apply if I have already trained at Spices Board?
No. Candidates who have undergone training in any office of Spices Board are not eligible. This applies whether or not they completed the earlier training.
Can a Spices Board trainee get a permanent job?
No. The notice says the selection is only training, has no link to regular appointment and cannot be regularised at any stage. The Board also states that the number of trainees is provisional.
Written and verified by
Sandeep Khati
Founder and Editor, India Job Alerts
B.Tech in Computer Science from Jalpaiguri Government Engineering College (2010). Former Systems Engineer at TCS and in digital publishing since 2011. He started India Job Alerts in April 2025 to publish verified government and PSU job notifications for West Bengal, Sikkim and the rest of India. Every post is checked against the official notification before it goes live. Also writes about the Darjeeling hills at SearchDarjeeling.