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Job details & eligibility
NIFTEM Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
NIFTEM-Kundli, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, has invited online applications for one contractual Junior Research Fellow position.
Project
Project ID: N/E/FST/2025/0152
“Integrating Millets and Almonds/Almond Flour in School Meals: A sustainable approach to enhancing Nutrition in Private Schools in India.”
Eligibility
- Master's degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, Food Technology and Management or allied sciences.
- Experience in product development and analysis and knowledge of food fortification are desirable.
- Maximum age: 35 years; relaxation of five years for women, SC, ST, OBC and differently-abled candidates as per Government rules.
Pay and tenure
- ₹37,000 plus 10% HRA per month.
- Initial duration: six months.
- Engagement is contractual and co-terminus with the project.
How to apply
Complete the online application at the official NIFTEM career portal and upload scanned self-attested supporting documents by 20 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview; the schedule will be communicated by email.