Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

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

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) Sonepat is a premier institution dedicated to the advancement of food technology and entrepreneurship. It aims to nurture and develop skilled professionals in the field of food technology, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the industry.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Assistant Professor

🎯 DEPARTMENT / DISCIPLINE / SPECIALIZATION

• Postharvest Technology Bioprocessing and Environmental Sciences (PHTBES) 
• Food Technology
• Food Engineering
• Food Science
• Food Business Management
• Life Sciences
• Agricultural Process Engineering, Basic and Applied Sciences, Agriculture Science, Bio-process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Biotechnology, Microbiology

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

1. Master’s Degree with 55% Marks (or an equivalent grade in a point-scale wherever the grading system is followed) from and Indian University, or an equivalent degree from an accredited foreign University in any of the following specialization: Life Sciences and other allied Sciences, Food Science and Technology, Agricultural Process Engineering, Basic and Applied Sciences, Agriculture Science, Bio-process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Food Biotechnology, Microbiology

Desirable:  Experience in any/of the above fields as evident from research work, Publications, patents etc.  Having experience in Microbial Engineering. An excellent academic record throughout, in addition to proven tract record of outstanding research ability in food sector, candidate should have published minimum 5 research papers in referred journals as per UGC guidelines with minimum cumulative impact factor of 10.

The details of the required qualifications & experience along with other relevant information are available on the Institute Website.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

Rs. 70,900/- per month (All Inclusive)

💺 JOB LOCATION

Sonepat, Haryana, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph, to the specified email address.

1. The Position is purely on Contract basis initially for One Year and extendable as per requirement of the Institute.  The application form can be downloaded from the website www.niftem.ac.in.  The eligible and interested persons are required to apply and send the application in the prescribed format for the above said posts along with the relevant enclosures to recruitmentniftem@gmail.com till 12/11/2026. Applicants are requested to send the copies of all certificates, marksheets, evidence of teaching, research, Ph.D., NET certificates, copies of reprints of published articles, certificate containing the record of date of birth etc along with the prescribed application form. Short-listing of the candidates will be done largely on the pattern prescribed by UGC in Appendix II Table-3(A) and the relevant experience will also be given due weightage. The last date for submission of applications in all respects shall be 12/11/2026.  An undertaking to be given by the candidate mentioning that ‘the publications submitted by them are free from any plagiarism and if any plagiarism is found later, their candidature / selection shall stand rejected/ cancelled.

As per the UGC communication dated 21st September 2016, “if the M.Phil/Ph.D. degree is awarded by a Foreign University, the Indian Institution considering such a degree shall refer the issue to a Standing Committee constituted by the concerned institution for the purpose of determining the equivalence of the degree awarded by the foreign University”

In case of any difficulty in submitting application, please contact at 0130-228-1020

No request for change of position(s) and update of new information in the application form will be entertained after the last date of application. Only SMS alert/ email shall be sent for calling the shortlisted candidates for interview.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 12/11/2026

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM), Plot No. 97, Sector 56, HSIIDC Industrial Estate, Kundli, District Sonepat, Haryana – 131028, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Sonepat invites applications from eligible candidates for the Teaching Faculty positions

Teaching Faculty positions Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://www.niftem.ac.in/storage/careers/openings/NUDzF9gUYTpsDtfoB1uAx4uigRvuotsBEg5dCN8v.pdf

In conclusion, the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) Sonepat is seeking qualified candidates for the role of Assistant Professor in various specializations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers in food technology and contribute to a leading institution in the field.