National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Thanjavur (NIFTEM Thanjavur) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 09 Faculty Positions Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official NIFTEM Thanjavur website. The last date to submit the application form is 01-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the NIFTEM Thanjavur Faculty Positions Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

NIFTEM-T Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Company Name	National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management, Thanjavur (NIFTEM-T)
Post Name	Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
No of Posts	9
Advt No	A/217/2026
Salary	Rs.57,700 – 2,17,100/- Per Month
Qualification	Masters Degree / Doctoral Degree
Age Limit	Maximum Age: 47 years
Notification Date	01-02-2026
Last Date for Apply	30 days from the date of publication in Employment News
Apply Mode	Online
Job Type	Full Time
Official Website	www.niftem-t.ac.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Associate Professor	3
Assistant Professor	6

Category-wise Vacancy Details

Post Name	Category	Posts
Associate Professor (Food Process Engineering/Agricultural Process Engineering)	UR	1
Associate Professor (Food Process Engineering/Agricultural Process Engineering)	EWS	1
Associate Professor (Food Process Engineering/Agricultural Process Engineering)	ST	1
Assistant Professor (Food Process Engineering / Agricultural Process Engineering)	UR	1
Assistant Professor (Food Process Engineering / Agricultural Process Engineering)	OBC	1
Assistant Professor (Agricultural Entomology)	EWS	1
Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Technology / Meat Science and Technology)	UR	1
Assistant Professor (Food Science / Food Science and Nutrition)	SC	1
Assistant Professor (Food Science and Technology)	EWS	1

Eligibility Criteria

• Associate Professor: Doctoral Degree in Post-Harvest Technology, Food Technology/Food Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Agricultural Process Engineering or Agricultural Engineering / Chemical Engineering specialized in Food Processing.

• Assistant Professor (Food Process Engineering / Agricultural Process Engineering): Masters Degree in Post-Harvest Technology, Food Engineering, Food Process Engineering, Food Technology, Agricultural Process Engineering or Agricultural Engineering / Chemical Engineering, specialized in Food Processing.

• Assistant Professor (Agricultural Entomology): Masters Degree in Agricultural Entomology.

• Assistant Professor (Livestock Product Technology / Meat Science and Technology): Masters degree in Veterinary / Animal Sciences with specialization in Livestock Products Technology / Meat Science and Technology.

• Assistant Professor (Food Science / Food Science and Nutrition): Masters Degree in Food Science / Food Science and Nutrition.

• Assistant Professor (Food Science and Technology): Masters Degree in Food Science and Technology / Food Technology.

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
UR/OBC/EWSs	Rs.500/- + Transaction Charges as applicable
SC/ST/Women/PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability)	Exempted from application fees

Payment Mode: Online through SBI Collect

Age Limit

• Maximum Age for Associate Professor: 47 years

• Maximum Age for Assistant Professor: 32 years (35 years in case of Ph.D holders)

• Age Relaxation:

OBC: 03 (Three) years for posts reserved for OBC-(NCL)
SC/ST: 05 (Five) years for posts reserved for SC/ST
PwBD: 05 (Five) years for posts reserved for unreserved / EWS
PwBD: 08 (Eight) years (05+03) for posts reserved for OBC – (NCL)
PwBD: 10 (Ten) years (05+05) for posts reserved for SC / ST

Salary/ Stipend

Post Name	Salary / Stipend
Associate Professor	Pay Level: 13A as per VII CPC (Rs.1,31,400 – 2,17,100/- Per Month)
Assistant Professor	Pay Level: 10 as per VII CPC (Rs.57,700 – 1,82,400/- Per Month)

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	01 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 days from the date of publication in Employment News
Last Date for Hard Copy Receipt	07 days after closing of online application portal (15 days for specified remote areas)

Selection Process

• Screening Test (for Assistant Professor)

• Personal Interview

• Document Verification

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the NIFTEM-T Various Posts Recruitment 2026.

• Applications must be submitted online on or before 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News.

• To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.

• Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of NIFTEM-T to complete the application.

• Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.

• Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.

• Pay the application fee online, if applicable.

• Review all details carefully before submitting the form.

• Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

NIFTEM Thanjavur Faculty Positions Important Links

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NIFTEM Thanjavur Faculty Positions Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for NIFTEM-T Faculty Recruitment 2026?

Candidates can apply online until 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News through the official website. Applicants should complete the application before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues. Refer to the official notification for detailed instructions and eligibility requirements.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in NIFTEM-T Recruitment 2026?

A total of 9 vacancies have been announced. Candidates should check the official notification for post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution, reservation rules, and other important recruitment details.

Q3. What is the eligibility qualification required?

Candidates must possess Masters Degree / Doctoral Degree as specified in the official notification. Applicants should verify educational qualifications, experience requirements, and other eligibility conditions before applying to ensure they meet all criteria.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is up to 47 years for Associate Professor and 32 years (35 for Ph.D) for Assistant Professor, and age relaxation is applicable as per the official notification. Candidates should check category-wise relaxation rules and cutoff dates mentioned in the notification before applying.

Q5. What is the salary for the selected candidates?

Selected candidates will receive a salary of Pay Level 13A (Rs.1,31,400 – 2,17,100/-) for Associate Professor and Pay Level 10 (Rs.57,700 – 1,82,400/-) for Assistant Professor as per the notification. Additional allowances, benefits, or increments may be applicable depending on the organization’s rules and the nature of the post.

Q6. How can I apply online for this recruitment?

Candidates can apply online through the official website by filling out the application form, uploading required documents, and paying the application fee if applicable. It is recommended to verify all details before final submission.

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