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Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI) Internship Scheme
About Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI) Internship Scheme
FSSAI’s Internship Programme gives interns a distinctive learning experience across various aspects of food regulation and food-safety administration. FSSAI is a statutory body set up under the Food Safety & Standards Act, 2006, functioning under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, and serves as the country’s apex authority for food safety and standards compliance. > Tenure:
Internships run year-round on a quarterly basis, for up to 3 months, extendable to a maximum of 6 months; internships shorter than two months are not offered. > Assignments:
Interns are attached to one of FSSAI’s several Divisions (HQ/Regional Offices/Labs), based on their academic and technical background, and assigned project(s) covering various aspects of Food and Nutrition Management Processes. > Place & Domain of Internship:
1. Region: FSSAI (HQ), New Delhi; Topics/Subjects: Science & Standards; Regulation; Regulatory Compliance; KRCDC (Library); Human Resource; Finance & Accounts; Trade and International Cooperation/Imports; Quality Assurance; Legal; IT 1. Region: Regional Offices (Chennai & Kolkata); Topics/Subjects: Food Imports Clearance and Licensing 1. Region: National Food Laboratory, Ghaziabad, Kolkata, and Chennai; Topics/Subjects: Food Sampling and Testing 1. Region: NFL Kolkata Extension Centre, Raxaul; Topics/Subjects: Food Sampling and Testing
Scheme Overview
Central Government
Ministry Of Health & Family Welfare
Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI)
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI) Internship Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
Full-time Graduate/Post Graduate/higher-degree students from a recognized institute, in India or abroad, in any of these fields:
PG Degree/B.Tech/BE from a recognized University/Institution in Chemistry,…
PG Degree/B.Tech/BE from a recognized University/Institution in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Food Science & Technology, Food & Nutrition, Edible Oil Technology, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural or Horticultural Sciences, Industrial Microbiology, Toxicology, Public Health, Life Science, Biotechnology, Fruit & Vegetable Technology, or Food Safety & Quality Assurance.
Business Administration & Management, including policy regulation and…
Business Administration & Management, including policy regulation and related fields — only at FSSAI (HQ).
PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, and Public…
PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, and Public Relations.
B.E./B.Tech (3rd and 4th year students only, not…
B.E./B.Tech (3rd and 4th year students only, not 1st or 2nd year) in Computer Science/Information Technology/Software Engineering or a related stream.
PG Degree/Diploma in Public Policy or Public Administration…
PG Degree/Diploma in Public Policy or Public Administration — only for FSSAI (HQ).
Bachelor/Master of Law — only for FSSAI (HQ)
Bachelor/Master of Law — only for FSSAI (HQ). NOTE: Those who have already completed the above courses need not apply.
Benefits Provided
Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI) Internship Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
Stipend:
Deserving interns receive a stipend of ₹10,000/- for…
Deserving interns receive a stipend of ₹10,000/- for the internship period, based on the recommendation of the Office/Division they are attached to at FSSAI (HQ)/Regional Offices/Laboratories. NOTE: "Deserving" status is judged on (a) attendance, (b) assessment by the reporting officer, and (c) the Committee's evaluation of the intern's report. Working Space:
FSSAI provides working space, internet access, and other…
FSSAI provides working space, internet access, and other essentials. NOTE 1: FSSAI does not cover local lodging or travel. NOTE 2: FSSAI does not bear boarding expenses. NOTE 3: Interns must bring their own laptops. Certificate:
The Human Resource Division, FSSAI (HQ), issues a…
The Human Resource Division, FSSAI (HQ), issues a certificate to every intern who successfully completes the internship — i.e., submits and gets their final report/presentation reviewed and recommended by the Project Evaluation Committee.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
During Online Application
Passport-sized photograph
Passport-sized photograph.
Resume
Resume. Upon Shortlisting
A short write-up/presentation for final selection
A short write-up/presentation for final selection. Upon Joining
A letter from the institute confirming the applicant's…
A letter from the institute confirming the applicant's student status.
A "No Objection Certificate" permitting the internship
A "No Objection Certificate" permitting the internship.
A Character Certificate from the institute's authority
A Character Certificate from the institute's authority.
Proof of educational qualifications
Proof of educational qualifications.
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Food Safety & Standards Authority Of India (FSSAI) Internship Scheme through the online application process outlined below.
Interested, eligible students can apply online following FSSAI's specified process and timelines.
Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗
Go to the Official Website of the FSSAI…
Go to the Official Website of the FSSAI Internship Scheme, click "Apply Online" in the header menu, and you'll be redirected to the online application form.
Fill in every mandatory field and upload the…
Fill in every mandatory field and upload the required documents in the specified file type & size.
Read every question carefully, then click "Submit" —…
Read every question carefully, then click "Submit" — note your Application ID for future reference.
(Optional) View or print the form after final…
(Optional) View or print the form after final submission.
Note:
Applicants who applied in earlier months must reapply fresh.
Multiple applications will not be entertained.
Candidates must confirm that their chosen internship location offers their subject/topic — for instance, only technically qualified candidates are eligible at an FSSAI lab.
The selected candidates' final list, along with joining date and internship tenure, is announced online on the FSSAI website by the office where they chose to intern.
Official Application & Website
Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.