Cotton Corporation of India Recruitment 2023

Job Introduction

THE COTTON CORPORATION OF INDIA LTD is a public sector undertaking under Ministry of Textile, Government of India extending necessary marketing support to the cotton growers in selling their kapas produce at most competitive prices in the various market yards in all cotton growing States through timely intervention – beginning from day one of the kapas arrivals till the end of season, procurement operations spread over in 19 Branches and over more than 450 market yards in the country and having its head quarter at CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai. For further strengthening its core competencies, CCI invites applications on direct recruitment basis from dynamic, proficient and motivated candidates looking for exciting career opportunities and want to be a part of our growth journey. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the vacancies ONLINE, through our website.

Job Details

Name of Post	Management Trainee (Marketing) \| Post Code : 101 Junior Commercial Executive \| Post Code : 103
Vacancy	Management Trainee (Marketing) -> 6 (1-SC, 1- ST, 1- OBC,1- EWS, 2-UR) Junior Commercial Executive -> 81 (12-SC, 6-ST, OBC20, EWS-8, UR-35), Out of total post, 3 post is reserved for PwBD and 8 post for Exservicemen
Qualification	Management Trainee (Marketing) -> MBA in Agri Business Management/ Agriculture related MBA. Junior Commercial Executive -> B.Sc Agriculture from any recognized University with an aggregate of 50% marks, 45% marks in case of SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Salary	Management Trainee (Marketing) -> Rs 30,000 – 1,20,000 (IDA) Junior Commercial Executive -> Rs 22000-90000 (IDA)
Probation Period	12 months

Age Limit	30 years
Application Fee	GEN / EWS / OBC -> Rs 1500 SC/ST/ExServicemen/PwBD -> Rs 500

Opening date of online registration form	24/07/2023
Closing date of online registration form(Last day of Fee payment)	13/08/2023
Cotton Corporation Official Website	CCI Online Apply Link
CCI Official Recruitment Notification	CCI Helpline : 917996109444

How to Apply ?

Interested persons fulfilling the criteria mentioned above can submit the application online by logging on to The Cotton Corporation of India website www.cotcorp.org.in followed by visiting “Recruitment” link. Applications will not be accepted through any other mode. The online registration will be open from on 24/07/2023 and closes on 13/08/2023, after which the web-link will be disabled.

Selection Process

The paper would be in 5 parts with 120 Objective MCQ type to be attempted in 120 minutes. 1 mark would be given for each correct answer and 0.25(1/4) marks deducted for each wrong answer. The Selection will be based on merit of marks secured in exam.

Syllabus and Study Material For Management Trainee (Marketing) And Junior Commercial Executive (Unit I to Unit IV are Common)

Unit-I: General English- Articles, Prepositions, vocabulary, Reading and Comprehension, synonym, jumbled sentences etc.

01 Mark per Question

15 Questions

Unit-II: Reasoning – Syllogism, coded inequalities, direction and distance, ordering and ranking, blood relation, Data interpretation, coding and decoding, deductive logic, data sufficiency, series compilation, puzzles, pattern completion etc.

01 Mark per Question

15 Questions

Unit-III: Quantitative Aptitude – Ratio and proportion, Time and work, speed and distance, percentages and averages, profit, loss and discount, probability, Simple and Compound Interest, etc.

01 Mark per Question

15 Questions

Unit-IV: General Knowledge – Indian geography, Indian trade & Economy, current affairs- World & India, scientific research, awards, sports , World geography etc.

01 Mark per Question

15 Questions

Management Trainee (Marketing) Subject Knowledge (Unit-V)

Subject Knowledge – Indicative syllabus
Agricultural & Food Policy
 Agricultural Finance
 Marketing of Agricultural Inputs
 Strategic Food Marketing
 Management for Agribusiness Projects
 Market Research and Information Systems
 International Agri-Food Trade
 Value Chain Management – Applications in Agribusiness
 CINE: Understanding Creativity, Innovation, Knowledge, Networks And
Entrepreneurship
 Food and Agri-business International Strategies and Organizations
 Micro Finance Management
 Food Supply Chain Management
 Analyzing and Building Competencies
 Carbon Finance
 Public Policy
 Social Entrepreneurship: Innovating Social Change
 Sales and Distribution Management For Agriculture
 Agribusiness Entrepreneurship
 Agribusiness Leadership
 Agricultural Futures and Option Markets
 Agricultural Markets and Pricing
 Economics of Food Quality
 Applied Agricultural Trade and Policy Analysis
 Managing Sustainability
 Managing Energy Businesses
 Agricultural marketing, Trade & Practices
 Farm Power and Machinery
 Agricultural Entomology
 Crop Pest and their Management
 Agricultural Microbiology
 Soil Microbiology
 Principles of Agricultural Agronomy
 Field crops
 Weed Management
 Organic Farming
 Dimension of Agricultural Farming
 Cotton procurement, cotton area, production, yield and cotton scenario both domestic and international cotton.

01 Mark per Question

60 Questions

Junior Commercial Executive Subject Knowledge (Unit V)

 Agricultural marketing, Trade & Practices
 Farm Power and Machinery
 Agricultural Entomology
 Crop Pest and their Management
 Agricultural Microbiology
 Soil Microbiology
 Principles of Agricultural Agronomy
 Field crops
 Weed Management
 Organic Farming
 Dimension of Agricultural Farming
 Cotton procurement, cotton area, production, yield and cotton scenario both domestic and international cotton.

01 Mark per Question

60 Questions

Frequently Asked Questions | FAQs

What does cotton corporation do ?

As of my last update in September 2021, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) is a government-owned organization established under the Ministry of Textiles in India. It primarily operates as the nodal agency for undertaking various activities related to cotton procurement, trade, and distribution in the country.

Here are some of the key functions of the Cotton Corporation of India:
Cotton Procurement: CCI purchases raw cotton directly from farmers at minimum support prices (MSP) declared by the government. This helps provide price stability to cotton growers and ensures a fair return for their produce.
Cotton Marketing: After procurement, CCI markets and sells cotton to various textile mills and traders across India. By participating in the cotton market, CCI contributes to price stability and regulates cotton supply in the country.
Price Support and Stabilization: CCI plays a vital role in stabilizing cotton prices by intervening in the market during price fluctuations. This helps in safeguarding the interests of cotton growers and maintaining a balanced market.
Cotton Export and Import: CCI also participates in the export and import of cotton, depending on the demand and supply situation in the country and international markets. This involvement contributes to promoting Indian cotton in the global arena.
Cotton Research and Development: The corporation engages in research and development activities to enhance cotton production, quality, and productivity. It also supports initiatives for improving agricultural practices in cotton-growing regions.
Cotton Quality Testing and Grading: CCI undertakes quality testing and grading of cotton to ensure that buyers receive cotton of consistent quality. This practice helps maintain the credibility of Indian cotton in the international market.

Is Cotton Corporation of India a statutory body?

Yes, the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) is a statutory body. It was established by an Act of Parliament called the Cotton Corporation of India Act, 1970. The act provided for the incorporation of the CCI and defined its functions, powers, and responsibilities. As a statutory body, the CCI operates according to the provisions and regulations outlined in the Act.

Where is Cotton Corporation of India situated?

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) has its headquarters in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The specific address of the headquarters is as follows:
Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) Kapas Bhavan, Plot No. 3/A, Sector 10, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai – 400614, Maharashtra, India.

Which ministry is the Cotton Corporation of India under?

Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) operates under the Ministry of Textiles, which is a ministry of the Government of India. The Ministry of Textiles is responsible for the formulation of policy, planning, development, export promotion, and regulation of the textile industry in India.