The project "Integrating Millets and Almonds/ Almond Flour in School Meals: A sustainable approach to enhancing Nutrition in Private Schools in India" at the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana, needs one contractual Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for 6 months at 37,000 per month plus 10% HRA. The essential qualification is a Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management and allied sciences. Candidates fill the application form at career.droniftem.com on or before 20 November 2026.
NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management |
| Project ID | N/E/FST/2025/0152 |
| Project | Integrating Millets and Almonds/ Almond Flour in School Meals: A sustainable approach to enhancing Nutrition in Private Schools in India |
| Tenure | 6 months |
| Post Name(s) | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | One (1) |
| Pay | 37,000 per month + 10% HRA |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Job Location | Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana (address of the institute as printed) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 20-11-2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About NIFTEM
NIFTEM is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India. Its address in the notice is Plot No. 97, Sector 56, HSIIDC Industrial Estate, Kundli, District - Sonipat, Haryana - 131028. The notice is dated 09-11-2026 and invites applications for a contractual position on the project named above.
Who Can Apply
The notice has one post, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), with one position.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition/Food Science and Technology/ Food Technology and Management and allied sciences | Experience in product development and analysis; knowledge in food fortification |
Age Limit
The age limit is maximum 35 years. A relaxation of 5 years applies for women, SC, ST, OBC and differently abled candidates as per the Govt. of India Rules. The notice does not print a date for counting age.
Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.
Pay and Tenure
The emoluments are 37,000 per month plus 10% HRA. The duration of the engagement is 6 months. The engagement is purely contractual and co-terminable with the project, and selected candidates have no claim for a regular appointment.
How to Apply for NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Open the application link, career.droniftem.com, and fill in the application form on or before 20 November 2026.
- Enclose scanned, self-attested supporting documents with the application.
- For any query, write an e-mail to [email protected].
Selection and Interview
Only short-listed candidates will be called for an interview. The date and time of the interview will be communicated to candidates via email only. The notice does not print the interview date.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of the notice | 09-11-2026 |
| Last date to fill the application form | 20-11-2026 |
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for attending the interview.
- Candidates should appear for the interview with their original certificates and other relevant documents.
- The interview date and time will be sent by email only.
- The engagement is purely contractual and co-terminable with the project.
- Selected candidates will have no claim for a regular appointment.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Online application form for the JRF post |
| Official Notification PDF | NIFTEM notice dated 09-11-2026 |
| Official Website | career.droniftem.com |
