NIFTEM Research Associate Job 2026 is open for one post. The selected candidate will work at the Ministry of Food Processing Industries in New Delhi and get Rs. 58,000 a month plus HRA. You need a Ph.D. in food science or a related subject. Send your form by email before 10 November 2026, 6 PM.
NIFTEM Research Associate 2026: Overview
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Research Associate |
| Seats | 1 |
| Work Place | MoFPI, Panchsheel Bhawan, New Delhi |
| Monthly Pay | Rs. 58,000 + HRA |
| Contract | 1 year to start |
| Last Date | 10 November 2026, 6 PM |
Latest Recruitment Update
NIFTEM, Kundli, released this notice on 27 October 2026. Although NIFTEM is hiring, the job is placed at the ministry in Delhi. The form is on NIFTEM’s careers page.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 27 October 2026 |
| Last date to email | 10 November 2026, 6 PM |
| Interview | Not Announced |
Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Seats |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 (category not given) |
Who Can Apply?
- You have a Ph.D. in Food Technology, Food Technology and Management, or a food or allied science. Basic sciences related to food also count.
- You have at least 1 year of work in food processing, food regulation or food quality.
- Your age is 35 or below. Women, SC, ST, OBC and differently abled candidates get 5 more years.
Extra skills that help: work on nutraceuticals or food safety, food adulteration awareness, knowledge of ultra-processed food issues, and experience in writing policy or scheme drafts.
Age Limit and Application Fee
The age limit is 35 years, with 5 years of relaxation for the groups listed above. The notice does not mention any application fee.
Salary Details
The pay is Rs. 58,000 a month, plus house rent allowance (HRA) as per rules. The contract is for one year. NIFTEM may extend it if your work is good.
Is This Job Right for You?
This is a good fit if you want to see how food policy is made, rather than work only in a lab. Your Ph.D. knowledge will be used for ministry-level work. Keep in mind:
- It is a contract job, not a permanent one.
- You will be based in New Delhi, not at the NIFTEM campus.
- The notice does not list the daily duties, so ask about them if you get an interview call.
Selection Process
NIFTEM will check all forms. If many people apply, it may call only those with more experience or higher skills than the minimum. Selected candidates will get an SMS or email. The interview date and mode are Not Announced.
Merit Points and Exam Pattern
There is no written exam or merit points table in the notice. Your form and documents decide your chance. Write clearly about your Ph.D. topic, your food sector work and any policy-related experience.
How to Apply
- Download the application form from the link below.
- Fill in every detail, paste a photo and sign it.
- Add copies of your certificates, mark sheets and experience letters. One document must show your date of birth.
- Email it all to recruitmentniftem@gmail.com.
Incomplete forms will be rejected. You cannot add or change details after the last date. If you face trouble, call 0130-228-1020.
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Notice PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| NIFTEM Careers | Click Here |
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FAQs
Can I apply without a Ph.D.?
No. A Ph.D. in food science or a related subject is required.
Where is the job located?
At the Ministry of Food Processing Industries in New Delhi.
Do women get age relaxation?
Yes. Women get 5 extra years, so the limit becomes 40.
How do I send my application?
Email it to recruitmentniftem@gmail.com before 10 November 2026, 6 PM.