📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM)
- Advertisement No: N/E/FST/2025/0156
- Total Posts: 1
- Post Name: Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Project-based, temporary)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Last Date to Apply: 02 October 2026
- Application Fee: No application fee required
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 | Maximum 35 years (relaxation as per GoI rules) | Rs. 42,000 + 10% HRA |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF):
- Master's degree in Food Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, Biochemistry, Toxicology, or other allied sciences.
- PhD in the mentioned discipline and publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Minimum 2 years of experience working on similar projects, with laboratory animal handling and in-vivo/ex-vivo model experience.
- Proficiency in MS Office and statistical analysis tools preferred; good communication skills in Hindi and English.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection process for NIFTEM Senior Research Fellow (SRF) recruitment involves a direct interview. No written test is mentioned. If the number of candidates exceeds a certain threshold, a screening process may be implemented as per the official notification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets for required qualifications.
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable).
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
- Candidates must apply online via the official portal before the deadline and retain a copy of the submitted application.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the last date to apply for NIFTEM Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026? The last date to apply online is 02 October 2026.
- Is there a walk-in interview for this recruitment? No, this is an online application process; interview details will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates.
- What is the application fee for NIFTEM SRF recruitment? No application fee is required; it is exempted for all categories.
- What is the employment nature of the Senior Research Fellow post? The post is contractual and project-based, temporary in nature, and not a permanent government job.
- What is the salary structure for the Senior Research Fellow position? The monthly salary is Rs. 42,000 plus 10% House Rent Allowance (HRA), subject to project duration.