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NIFTEM Kundli Recruitment 2026: Apply for 1 contractual Assistant Professor vacancy in Postharvest Technology. Salary ₹70,900 per month. Last date: 12 November 2026.

Posted Date: 28-10-2026

Organization: NIFTEM Kundli 

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, Haryana, has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for the post of Contractual Assistant Professor in the Department of Postharvest Technology, Bioprocessing and Environmental Sciences (PHTBES).

Interested and eligible candidates can apply by email using the prescribed application form. The last date to submit the application is 12 November 2026.

Job Details

  • Organization Name: National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli
  • Post Name: Assistant Professor (Contractual)
  • Department: Postharvest Technology, Bioprocessing and Environmental Sciences (PHTBES)
  • Total Vacancies: 1
  • Job Type: Contractual
  • Contract Period: Initially one year, extendable based on the institute’s requirements
  • Salary: ₹70,900 per month (all-inclusive)
  • Application Mode: Email
  • Advertisement Number: AES-17011/8/2026-Conf_hall
  • Advertisement Date: 23 October 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 12 November 2026

Educational Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following essential qualifications:

  1. A Master’s degree with at least 55% marks, or an equivalent grade, from a recognized Indian university or an equivalent accredited foreign university.
  2. The Master’s degree must be in one of the eligible disciplines listed below, or the required specialization must be covered by the Master’s or Ph.D. degree:
    • Life Sciences and allied sciences
    • Food Science and Technology
    • Agricultural Process Engineering
    • Basic and Applied Sciences
    • Agricultural Sciences
    • Bioprocess Engineering
    • Chemical Engineering
    • Food Biotechnology
    • Microbiology
  3. A Ph.D. in one of the relevant subjects is required.
  4. Candidates must have qualified NET conducted by UGC, CSIR, ICMR, ICAR, DBT, or an equivalent UGC-accredited test such as SLET/SET, unless eligible for the specified Ph.D.-based exemption under the applicable UGC regulations.

Candidates should carefully check the official notification to confirm their eligibility.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Preference may be given to candidates with:

  • Research experience in relevant disciplines.
  • Experience in microbial engineering.
  • A strong academic record.
  • Research publications, patents, and other evidence of research achievement.
  • At least five research papers in refereed journals, with a minimum cumulative impact factor of 10, as specified in the notification.

No specific minimum number of years of work experience is mentioned in the recruitment notice.

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive ₹70,900 per month, inclusive of applicable components.

The appointment is initially for one year and may be extended depending on the institute’s requirements.

Age Limit

The recruitment notice does not specify an age limit.

Application Fee

The application fee is not specified in the available recruitment details. Candidates should check the official notification for confirmation.

Selection Process

The selection process involves shortlisting based on qualifications, relevant experience, and research publications.

  • Shortlisting will broadly follow the relevant UGC criteria.
  • Relevant experience will receive due consideration.
  • If applications are numerous, the institute may restrict interviews to a reasonable number of candidates with stronger qualifications or experience.
  • Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed through SMS or email.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should follow these steps:

  1. Visit the official NIFTEM website.
  2. Download the prescribed application form.
  3. Complete the application form and include the required photograph and signatures.
  4. Attach copies of educational certificates and marksheets.
  5. Include the required NET/SLET/SET certificate or applicable Ph.D. exemption documents.
  6. Attach evidence of teaching and research experience, if applicable.
  7. Include copies of published research articles and a certificate showing the date of birth.
  8. Attach the required undertaking confirming that the submitted publications are free from plagiarism.
  9. Email the completed application form and supporting documents to recruitmentniftem@gmail.com.
  10. Submit the application on or before 12 November 2026.

Candidates should ensure that their application is complete and submitted before the deadline.

Important Dates

  • Advertisement Date: 23 October 2026
  • Last Date for Application: 12 November 2026

Important Links

Institute Address

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana, India.

Contact Number: 0130-228-1020

Job Location: Kundli, Sonipat, Haryana