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NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM)

By JobAlertCentral Editorial TeamPublished Updated

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, Sonipat, has invited applications for 1 Junior Research Fellow post (notice dated 9 November 2026) on project N/E/FST/2025/0152 — integrating millets and almonds/almond flour in school meals. Fellowship Rs. 37,000 per month plus 10% HRA for 6 months, purely contractual. A Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management, or allied sciences is required. Maximum age 35 years (5 years relaxation for women, SC/ST/OBC and differently abled). No application fee is stated. Apply at career.droniftem.com by 20 November 2026.

Total posts
1
Last date
20 Nov 2026
Qualification
Post Graduate
Age limit
18–35 yrs

01Important dates

Last Date to Apply
20 Nov 2026

03Age limit

—–35years

Maximum 35 years, with 5 years relaxation for women, SC/ST/OBC and differently abled candidates as per Government of India rules. No 'as on' date is printed in the notice. No minimum age is stated.

04How to apply for NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow 2026

  1. 01Open the official notification PDF linked below and read it in full.
  2. 02Prepare your application with scanned, self-attested supporting documents.
  3. 03Fill the application form at career.droniftem.com on or before 20 November 2026.
  4. 04Watch your email for the interview call and appear with your original certificates.

Vacancy details

1 posts
Post & eligibilityPosts
Junior Research FellowMaster's degree in Food Science and Nutrition / Food Science and Technology / Food Technology and Management and allied sciences; maximum age 35 years (5 years relaxation for women/SC/ST/OBC/differently abled)1

Full details

NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 — 1 post

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana — an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries — has invited applications for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post on a purely contractual basis, under a notice dated 9 November 2026. The fellow will work on project N/E/FST/2025/0152, "Integrating Millets and Almonds / Almond Flour in School Meals: A sustainable approach to enhancing Nutrition in Private Schools in India". The engagement is for 6 months and is co-terminable with the project, with no claim for regular appointment.

Pay

The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 per month plus 10% HRA.

Who can apply

You need a Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management, or allied sciences. Experience in product development and analysis and knowledge in food fortification are desirable. The maximum age is 35 years, with 5 years relaxation for women, SC, ST, OBC and differently abled candidates as per Government of India rules.

Fee

No application fee is stated in the notice.

How to apply

Fill the application form at career.droniftem.com with scanned, self-attested supporting documents, on or before 20 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, with the date and time communicated by email only; appear with original certificates. No TA/DA is paid. For queries, email croprojectniftem@gmail.com.

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NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post: FAQs

How many posts are there in NIFTEM JRF Recruitment 2026?

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1 Junior Research Fellow post, purely contractual for 6 months, on project N/E/FST/2025/0152 — integrating millets and almonds/almond flour in school meals to enhance nutrition in private schools in India.

What is the fellowship amount?

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Rs. 37,000 per month plus 10% HRA.

What is the qualification required?

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A Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management, or allied sciences. Experience in product development and analysis and knowledge in food fortification are desirable.

What is the age limit?

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Maximum 35 years, with 5 years relaxation for women, SC/ST/OBC and differently abled candidates as per Government of India rules. No 'as on' date is printed in the notice.

What is the last date and how do I apply?

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Fill the application form at career.droniftem.com with scanned, self-attested supporting documents, on or before 20 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates are called for interview, with the date and time sent by email only.

Is there an application fee?

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No application fee is stated in the notice.

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Official Notification — NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow (PDF)8 days left