NIFTEM Recruitment 2026: 1 Research Associate – Apply by Email @ niftem.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Research Associate (RA):Essential: Ph.D. in Food Technology, Food Technology & Management, and Food and allied Sciences (including Basic Sciences relevant to Food Science) with a minimum of 01 (One) year of experience in the areas of food processing, food regulation, and/or food quality.Desirable:Proven expertise/exposure in the nutraceutical sector, food safety and food adulteration awareness initiatives, food-processing policies, and issues related to ultra-processed foods (UPFs).Experience/expertise in capacity building and in preparing policy or scheme drafts would be an added advantage.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Shortlisting of eligible candidates based on application submissions.
• Candidates will be called for an Interview via SMS alert or email.
• Due to a potentially large volume of applications, it may not be possible to interview all candidates.
• Final selection will be based on the performance in the interview and screening of documents.
• Note: Possession of essential qualifications alone does not guarantee an interview call. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Prescribed application form with photograph and signatures.
• Copies of all certificates and marksheets.
• Experience certificate containing the record of date of birth.
• Application must be emailed to [email protected] on or before 10 November 2026, 6 pm.
• Incomplete forms without photograph, signatures, and documents will be summarily rejected.

What is the salary for the Research Associate at NIFTEM?

• The emoluments are Rs. 58,000 per month plus HRA as admissible.

Is there an application fee for NIFTEM RA recruitment?

• The official notification does not specify any application fee.

Application and notification links supplied by the source

• Download Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.