Tea Board India released this notice inviting applications for 2 posts of Contractual Management Trainee. The notice is published on the official website, www.teaboard.gov.in. The notification does not carry a separate notification number or release date. Candidates can send their application by email up to 24 July 2026. This job suits MBA or PGDM candidates with a specialization in Marketing who want work experience with a central government body.
There is 1 post on offer — Management Trainee — with a total of 2 vacancies. A full breakdown of pay and eligibility is given below. The notification does not state a separate place of posting; the notice is issued from the Tea Board India office at 14, B.T.M. Sarani (Brabourne Road), Kolkata – 700 001, and applications go to the Board’s West Bengal unit email ID. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official Tea Board India notification for recruitment of 2 nos. Contractual Management Trainees.
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Quick Summary – teaboard.gov.in
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tea Board India (Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Dept. of Commerce, Govt. of India) |
| Post | Contractual Management Trainee |
| Total Vacancy | 2 |
| Salary | Rs. 35,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Application Mode | Email (Bio-Data) |
| Eligibility | MBA/PGDM with specialization in Marketing |
| Selection Process | Written Test and Interview |
| Place of Posting | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Last Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Who Can Apply | MBA/PGDM graduates with a Marketing specialization |
| Download Official PDF Notification | Tea Board India Recruitment Official PDF Notification |
About Tea Board India
Tea Board India works under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department of Commerce, Government of India. It regulates and promotes the Indian tea industry, covering cultivation support, quality control, research, and export promotion. A Management Trainee role here gives an MBA graduate direct exposure to marketing and trade-promotion work tied to one of India’s oldest export commodities. Candidates looking at other government openings in the state can check the West Bengal jobs section on this site.
Working Out of Kolkata
This is added context based on the office address in the notification, not part of the official notice. Confirm the exact reporting location with the Board.
The notice is issued from Tea Board India’s office at Brabourne Road, in central Kolkata. This area sits close to Howrah Bridge and the Burrabazar business district, and is well connected to both Howrah and Sealdah railway stations. Candidates travelling from other parts of West Bengal, such as Durgapur, Siliguri, or Kharagpur, can reach central Kolkata by regular train and bus services. For an MBA candidate, this posting sits within an established government office cluster, alongside several other central government and PSU offices in the same part of the city.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of application | Not mentioned in the official notification |
| Last date to submit application (by email) | 24 July 2026 |
| Written Test / Interview | To be intimated to shortlisted candidates by email |
Vacancy Details and Salary
| Post | Engagement Type | No. of Posts | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Management Trainee | Contractual (1 year, extendable) | 2 | Rs. 35,000/- (consolidated) |
| Total | 2 |
The salary of Rs. 35,000 is a consolidated figure, subject to statutory deductions such as EPF contribution and professional tax, as stated in the notification. No separate allowances are mentioned. The notification does not give a category-wise or reservation-wise split for the 2 posts.
Eligibility
The notification sets one standard requirement for both posts.
- Qualification: MBA or PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management), with a specialization in Marketing, from a reputed recognized university.
- Age limit: Not mentioned in the official notification.
- Experience: Not mentioned in the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection is a two-stage process after bio-data submission. The notice does not describe a separate scoring method for either stage.
- Screening of bio-data received by email.
- Written Test for shortlisted candidates.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
The date and time of the Written Test and Interview will be sent only to shortlisted candidates by email. Candidates who are not shortlisted will not receive a separate communication, as per the notification.
Application Fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification. Check the official website for updates.
How to Apply
- Prepare a detailed Bio-Data covering education, specialization, and work history, if any.
- Email the Bio-Data to secretary.tbi-wb@gov.in.
- Send the application on or before 24 July 2026.
- Watch the registered email inbox for intimation about the Written Test and Interview, if shortlisted.
Documents to keep ready: The notification asks only for a detailed Bio-Data and does not list further documents. Candidates may still want to keep the following ready in case they are asked at a later stage — this is a general suggestion, not a requirement stated in the notice:
- MBA/PGDM mark sheets and degree certificate
- Proof of specialization in Marketing
- Identity proof
- Passport-size photograph
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Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Tea Board India official website | Full notification and further terms and conditions |
| secretary.tbi-wb@gov.in | Email ID to send Bio-Data (application mode) |
| West Bengal government jobs | More current openings in West Bengal |
| IDBI Bank SO Recruitment 2026 | Another current MBA/finance-linked opening |
| IHMCL Recruitment 2026 | Another current central government body opening |
The notification does not give a separate apply-online portal link. Application is by email only, as stated above.
Should You Apply?
This role suits an MBA or PGDM candidate with a Marketing specialization who wants a first government-sector entry on their résumé, particularly someone open to a fixed-term contract rather than a permanent post. The engagement is for 1 year, extendable at the Board’s discretion, and the Board can end the contract at any time without giving a reason — candidates should weigh this against the value of the experience. With only 2 vacancies, competition is likely to be high relative to the seats available, since MBA candidates across West Bengal and nearby states can apply by email with no stated restriction on location. The pay of Rs. 35,000 a month is moderate for an MBA-qualified candidate in a metro city, so this suits someone prioritising government-sector exposure and a Marketing-linked profile over starting pay. It suits freshers and early-career MBA graduates less suited to those seeking a guaranteed, permanent role from day one.
FAQs
Is this a permanent government job?
No. This is a contractual engagement for 1 year, which the Board may extend based on performance and approval. Tea Board India can also end the contract early without assigning a reason, as stated in the notification.
Is there an age limit to apply?
Age limit is not mentioned in the official notification. Candidates can check with the Tea Board India office directly if this detail matters to their application.
What is the selection process for this recruitment?
Selection is through a Written Test and an Interview. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed of the date and time by email, as per the notification.
How does this salary compare with similar MBA trainee roles?
This is added context, not part of the official notification. Government and PSU management trainee stipends for MBA-qualified candidates commonly range from about Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 45,000 per month, depending on the organisation. Tea Board India’s consolidated pay of Rs. 35,000 falls within this typical range.
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