Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in Millet-Based Protein Snack Formulations

National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM)

Total Vacancies

Job Location

National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Haryana (exact posting location not specified; interview may be online/in-person)

Apply Deadline

06 Oct 2026

🚀 Apply Online Direct Link 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) (NIFTEM)
Job Category	Other
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree)
Number of Vacancies	2 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	From ₹37,000 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 35 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Desirable: Work experience in New Product Development or plant proteins (preference given).
Application Fee	• Summary: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.

📄 Details & Description

- Contractual position under Project ID NTIBIF/INC/2025-26/62 focused on developing millet-based protein snack formulations.
- Two vacancies available for the role of Junior Research Fellow (JRF).
- Duration: Six months, extendable based on project requirements and performance.
- Position is purely contractual with no permanent employment guarantee.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Master’s degree with 60% marks in Food Science and Technology, Food Technology, Food Engineering, or closely allied fields.
- Desirable: Candidates with relevant work experience in New Product Development or plant proteins will be given preference.
- Age limit: Maximum 35 years (relaxation of 5 years for women, SC, ST, OBC, and differently-abled as per Government of India rules).

⚙️ Selection Process

- Shortlisting based on submitted applications.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates only.
- No written test mentioned in the notification.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

General, OBC, SC, ST, Differently-Abled, Women (5-year age relaxation)

📂 Required Documents

- Scanned, self-attested copies of all academic certificates (Master’s degree and mark sheets).
- Proof of work experience (if applicable).
- Age proof (birth certificate, passport, or 10th/12th mark sheet).
- Caste certificate (if claiming relaxation under SC/ST/OBC/differently-abled categories).
- Disability certificate (if applicable).

💳 Application Fee Details

• Summary: No explicit mention of an application fee is provided in the raw job notification text.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many vacancies are available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under Project ID NTIBIF/INC/2025-26/62?

There are two vacancies available for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) role in the Millet-Based Protein Snack Formulations project at NIFTEM.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying to this JRF position, and are there any relaxations?

The maximum age limit is 35 years. Relaxations of 5 years are applicable for women, SC, ST, OBC, and differently-abled candidates as per Government of India rules.

Q. Is there an application fee for this recruitment, and where can I apply?

There is no application fee mentioned for this recruitment. Interested candidates must apply via the official link: [Apply Here](https://forms.gle/arAfvr6ahVXP5JpR9).

Q. What is the last date to submit the application for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position?

The last date to apply is 6th October 2026. No extensions will be provided.

Q. Will I be notified about the interview date and venue, and will travel allowance be provided?

The interview date and time will be communicated only via email to shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.