NIFTEM Recruitment Dossier

T Academic Departments of the Institute and the Faculty

Official gazetted recruitment notification for T Academic Departments of the Institute and the Faculty administered by NIFTEM Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIFTEM Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-08-28 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	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (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

Related Active Openings under NIFTEM

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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 Departments of the Institute and the Faculty?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (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 2026-08-28. 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 register using a valid email and mobile number to generate unique One-Time Registration (OTR) credentials for the academic application process.

Log in to complete the detailed profile, entering academic qualifications, teaching experience, and research publications, ensuring all entries align with the UGC/AICTE minimum eligibility criteria.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, proof of date of birth, category certificates, and a comprehensive research publication list in the prescribed PDF format.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using Net Banking, Credit Card, or UPI, and download the generated transaction receipt for records.

Submit the online form, download the generated application PDF, and send a signed hard copy with self-attested supporting documents to the NIFTEM Registrar office before the specified deadline.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for T Academic Departments of the Institute and the Faculty 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: Screening and API Score Evaluation	Shortlisting based on UGC/AICTE Regulations	Academic Record (Graduation, Post-Graduation, Ph.D.), Research Publications in Scopus/Web of Science Journals, Teaching or Post-Doctoral Experience, Awards and Academic Honors
Stage 2: Domain Presentation and Seminar	50 Marks / 30 Minutes	Pedagogical Skills and Teaching Methodology, Domain Expertise in Food Technology and Engineering, Proposed Research Plan and Funding Proposals, Communication and Interactive Skills
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks / 45 Minutes	In-depth Subject Knowledge, Vision for NIFTEM's Academic Growth, Industry-Academia Collaboration Ideas, Leadership and Administrative Potential
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying Stage	Verification of Original Academic Degrees and Experience Certificates, NOC from Current Employer (if applicable), Caste/Category Validity Certificate Verification, Standard Medical Fitness Assessment

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Recruitment for the Academic Faculty at NIFTEM is governed by the 7th CPC under Academic Pay Level 10 (Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 57,700) for Assistant Professors. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 30,581), the financial package is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated based on the institute's location (Class Y/Z classification, ranging from 18% to 9% of basic pay; for Class Y, it is Rs. 10,386). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 3,600 plus DA (totaling Rs. 5,508). The Gross Monthly Salary amounts to approximately Rs. 1,04,175. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,828) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 93,500, making it a highly lucrative academic career in the food technology domain.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

NIFTEM strictly adheres to the reservation policies mandated by the Government of India and the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Vertical reservation is provided with a 10% quota 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 DoPT guidelines: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). In compliance with central norms, women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — T Academic Departments of the Insti

What is the minimum API score required for shortlisting to the presentation stage?

Shortlisting is done as per UGC/AICTE norms. Candidates must meet the minimum threshold API score calculated based on academic records and research publications, typically a minimum of 60 points for Assistant Professor positions.

Is there a normalization process applied to the screening test scores?

If a written screening test is conducted across multiple sessions due to a high volume of applicants, a standard percentile-based normalization method is applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected faculty?

No, there is no financial service bond, but selected candidates are expected to serve a mandatory probation period before permanent absorption.

What is the duration of the probation period for newly recruited faculty?

The probation period for newly appointed academic faculty members at NIFTEM is one year, which may be extended by another year based on performance evaluation.

Are the syllabus and research expectations aligned with international standards?

Yes, the academic and research expectations are aligned with global standards in Food Science, Technology, and Management, focusing on high-impact journal publications and patents.

Where will the selected faculty members be posted?

Selected faculty members will be posted at the NIFTEM campus in Kundli (Sonepat, Haryana) or Thanjavur (Tamil Nadu), depending on the specific vacancy and institutional requirements.