NIFTEM Thanjavur Faculty Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 9 Associate & Assistant Professor Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
NIFTEM Thanjavur Faculty Recruitment 2026: Notification Overview
The National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T) has released an official notification (Advt No: A/217/2026) for the recruitment of 09 Faculty Positions. This is a significant opportunity for academic professionals in the fields of Food Technology, Agricultural Process Engineering, and related disciplines.
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit, screening tests (for Assistant Professors), and personal interviews. It is not a competitive examination requiring Prelims/Mains written tests.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature |
Details |
| Organization Name |
National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T) |
| Post Name(s) |
Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies |
09 |
| Application Start Date |
01 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
01 March 2026 (30 days from publication) |
| Official Website |
www.niftem-t.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
The total of 9 vacancies are distributed across Associate and Assistant Professor roles in various specialized departments.
Post-wise Breakdown
| Post Name |
Total Posts |
| Associate Professor |
03 |
| Assistant Professor |
06 |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post & Specialization |
Category |
Posts |
| Associate Professor (Food Process Engg./Agri. Process Engg.) |
UR |
1 |
| Associate Professor (Food Process Engg./Agri. Process Engg.) |
EWS |
1 |
| Associate Professor (Food Process Engg./Agri. Process Engg.) |
ST |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Food Process Engg. / Agri. Process Engg.) |
UR |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Food Process Engg. / Agri. Process Engg.) |
OBC |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Agricultural Entomology) |
EWS |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Tech / Meat Science) |
UR |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Food Science / Food Science & Nutrition) |
SC |
1 |
| Assistant Professor (Food Science and Technology) |
EWS |
1 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Associate Professor: Doctoral Degree in Post-Harvest Technology, Food Technology/Food Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Agricultural Process Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering/Chemical Engineering specialized in Food Processing.
- Assistant Professor (Food Process Engg./Agri. Process Engg.): Masters Degree in Post-Harvest Technology, Food Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Food Technology, Agricultural Process Engineering, or Agricultural Engineering/Chemical Engineering, specialized in Food Processing.
- Assistant Professor (Agricultural Entomology): Masters Degree in Agricultural Entomology.
- Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Tech/Meat Science): Masters degree in Veterinary/Animal Sciences with specialization in Livestock Products Technology/Meat Science and Technology.
- Assistant Professor (Food Science/Nutrition): Masters Degree in Food Science/Food Science and Nutrition.
- Assistant Professor (Food Science and Technology): Masters Degree in Food Science and Technology/Food Technology.
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Associate Professor: Maximum 47 years.
- Assistant Professor: Maximum 32 years (Relaxation to 35 years in case of Ph.D holders).
- Age Relaxation Rules:
- OBC: 3 years for posts reserved for OBC-(NCL).
- SC/ST: 5 years for posts reserved for SC/ST.
- PwBD: 5 years for unreserved/EWS posts; 8 years (5+3) for OBC-(NCL) posts; 10 years (5+5) for SC/ST posts.
Mandatory Requirements
There are no specific physical standards mentioned in the notification. However, candidates must ensure they meet the specific educational specialization requirements for the post they are applying for.
Selection Process
The selection for NIFTEM-T faculty positions involves the following stages:
- Screening Test: Applicable for Assistant Professor posts to shortlist candidates for the interview.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates from the screening test (or direct applicants for Associate Professor) will be called for an interview.
- Document Verification: Final verification of original certificates and eligibility criteria.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee Amount |
| UR / OBC / EWS |
Rs. 500/- + Transaction Charges |
| SC / ST / Women / PwBD |
Exempted (No Fee) |
Payment Mode: Online via SBI Collect.
Salary Structure
| Post Name |
Pay Level (VII CPC) |
Salary Range |
| Associate Professor |
Level 13A |
Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100/- Per Month |
| Assistant Professor |
Level 10 |
Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400/- Per Month |
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.niftem-t.ac.in or use the direct link provided below.
- Read Notification: Download and carefully read the official notification Advt No: A/217/2026 to ensure eligibility.
- Fill Online Form: Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay Fee: Pay the application fee (Rs. 500/- for UR/OBC/EWS) via SBI Collect.
- Submit & Print: Submit the form before 01 March 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
- Hard Copy (If Required): Check the notification if a hard copy dispatch is required within 07 days of online submission.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 01 February 2026
- Application Start Date: 01 February 2026
- Application End Date: 01 March 2026 (30 days from publication in Employment News)
- Hard Copy Receipt Deadline: 07 days after closing of online portal (15 days for specified remote areas)
- Screening Test/Interview Date: To be announced later
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