The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), a food technology institute based in Haryana, has announced recruitment for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) with two positions on offer. The fellows will work on a project titled Millet Based Protein Snack Formulations, a purely contractual engagement, making this a good opportunity for researchers in the food science field.
NIFTEM Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026NTIBIF/INC/2025-26/62
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
06 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 06 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed06 Oct
About NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management
- Advertisement No.
- NTIBIF/INC/2025-26/62
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Job Location
- Haryana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 37,000/- + 10% HRA per month
- Tenure
- Six months, extendable as per the requirement of the project and performance
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Master's degree with 60% marks in the area of Food Science and Technology/ Food Technology/ Food Engineering/ closely allied fields.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Master's degree with 60% marks in the area of Food Science and Technology/ Food Technology/ Food Engineering/ closely allied fields. |
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years (relaxation of 5 years for women/SC/ST/OBC/differently abled as per the Government of India Rules)
Age Relaxation
5 years for women/SC/ST/OBC/differently abled as per the Government of India Rules
Selection Process
- 1Shortlisting
Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of eligibility and relevant work experience; only shortlisted candidates are called for the interview.
- 2Interview
Conducted in person or online; the date, time and schedule are shared with shortlisted candidates by email only.
Salary Structure
Rs. 37,000/- + 10% HRA per month
How to Apply
- 1Fill the application form using the online Google Form link given in the notification
- 2Attach scanned, self-attested supporting documents with the form
- 3Submit the completed form on or before 6 October 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Scanned
•Self-attested supporting documents
Important Details
- The position is purely contractual for six months, extendable based on project requirements and performance.
- Candidates with relevant work experience in New Product Development or plant proteins will be given preference.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview and no TA/DA will be paid for attending it.
- The interview date and time will be communicated to shortlisted candidates by email only, and candidates should keep visiting the NIFTEM website for any change in the interview schedule.
Project Details
Project ID NTIBIF/INC/2025-26/62, titled Millet Based Protein Snack Formulations.
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