📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana
- Project ID: N/E/FST/2025/0152
- Total Posts: 1
- Post Name: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Employment Nature: Purely Contractual (Co-terminable with the Project)
- Application Mode: Online Application
- Last Date to Apply: 20 November 2026
- Application Portal: career.droniftem.com
- Application Fee: Not Stated in Official Notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 | Maximum 35 Years | Rs. 37,000/- + 10% HRA |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF):
- Essential: Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management, and allied sciences.
- Desirable: Experience in product development and analysis; knowledge of food fortification.
Age Relaxation: A relaxation of 5 years is applicable for Women, SC, ST, OBC, and differently-abled candidates as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Shortlisting: Applications will be scrutinized, and only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview.
- Interview: The date and time of the interview will be communicated to candidates via email only.
- TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- Master's Degree Certificate and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications).
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN).
- Upload scanned, self-attested supporting documents with the online application.
- Carry original certificates and relevant documents when appearing for the interview.
- For any query, write an e-mail to [email protected].
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for the NIFTEM JRF Recruitment?
The last date to fill and submit the online application form for the NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow post is 20 November 2026.
2. Where is the venue and reporting time for the interview?
This is an online application process. There is no walk-in venue. Short-listed candidates will be informed about the interview date, time, and venue directly via email.
3. What is the application fee for NIFTEM JRF 2026?
The official notification for NIFTEM JRF does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.
4. Is this a permanent government job?
No. This is a purely contractual position for a duration of 6 months on a specific project. The engagement is co-terminable with the project, and selected candidates will have no claim for regular appointment or government job security.
5. What is the salary structure for the NIFTEM JRF?
The monthly remuneration is Rs. 37,000/- plus 10% House Rent Allowance (HRA).
6. How can I apply for NIFTEM Recruitment?
Candidates must visit career.droniftem.com and fill in the application form online on or before the last date.