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T Academic Associate Trainee

Official gazetted recruitment notification for T Academic Associate Trainee administered by NIFTEM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIFTEM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: ₹20 to RS25 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-21 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	₹20 to RS25 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Academic Vacancies Fddi Noida	1 Openings	Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200)	2026-09-30
Academic Vacancies Fddi Rohtak	1 Openings	Level-13 (₹1,23,100 - ₹2,15,900)	2026-09-30
Academy Young Scientist Award	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Ais Extension of Timelines Recording of Par the Year 2022 23 in R	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by NIFTEM

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Employee Information Database and Appraisal Management System Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Energy and Environment Unit Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Engagement with Mstc for Auctioning of Old Scrapped Unusable Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Empanelment of Expert Resources Professionals Individual Consulta Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for T Academic Associate Trainee?

The sanctioned remuneration is ₹20 to RS25 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-08-21. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIFTEM Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain niftem.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIFTEM recruitment portal to complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering basic personal details, valid email address, and active mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in with credentials to fill the detailed online application form, specifying academic qualifications, research publications, and relevant experience in food technology or allied sciences.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, category certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph with signature, conforming to the prescribed file dimensions.

Remit the non-refundable application fee online via integrated payment gateways using Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI, and download the generated fee receipt for future reference.

Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the admit card and examination schedule updates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for T Academic Associate Trainee is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Written Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, English Communication, Basic Food Science, General Awareness of Food Sector
Stage 2: Domain Knowledge Assessment	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Food Chemistry and Nutrition, Food Microbiology, Food Process Engineering, Agricultural Processing, Food Safety Regulations and Quality Auditing
Stage 3: Presentation and Personal Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Pedagogical Skills, Research Methodology, Communication and Presentation, Subject Matter Expertise, Academic Vision for NIFTEM
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Caste and Category Validity, No Objection Certificate from Current Employer, Physical Fitness Standards Assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Academic Associate Trainee position at NIFTEM is structured under the equivalent of Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) rate of 53%, amounting to Rs. 18,762, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) calculated at 30% for Class X cities (Rs. 10,620), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is provided at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (Rs. 5,508). This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 70,290. For Class Y and Z cities, HRA is adjusted to 20% and 10% respectively. Deductions for the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and other statutory deductions result in an estimated net in-hand monthly salary of Rs. 64,500, ensuring robust financial security for trainees.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NIFTEM strictly adheres to the statutory reservation policies mandated by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India. Vertical reservation is implemented with 10% seats allocated for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Non-Creamy Layer Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Age relaxations are granted as per rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Women candidates are exempted from application fees in accordance with central welfare guidelines to promote gender diversity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — T Academic Associate Trainee

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS categories and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD categories, though actual shortlisting depends on merit-based ratios.

Is there a service bond associated with the Academic Associate Trainee position?

No, there is no mandatory service bond, but selected candidates must sign a standard training agreement outlining the terms of their temporary engagement.

What is the duration of the training or probation period for this role?

The traineeship is initially for a period of one year, extendable up to a maximum of two additional years based on annual performance evaluations.

Will there be normalization of marks across different exam shifts?

If the written exam is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method approved by NIFTEM will be applied to ensure equity.

Where will the primary posting location be for selected trainees?

Selected candidates will be posted at the main NIFTEM campus in Kundli (Sonepat, Haryana) or Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), depending on institutional requirements.

Can final-year postgraduate students apply for this trainee position?

No, candidates must possess the completed postgraduate degree in Food Science, Technology, or allied disciplines with the final marksheet at the time of application.