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FSSAI Internship Opportunity 2025, Stipend ₹10k– Apply Now!

  • Writer: Varun Deval
    Varun Deval
  • Mar 30
  • 2 min read

Are you passionate about food safety and nutrition? You can contribute to shaping India’s food landscape through the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) which is offering an exciting internship opportunity for students looking to gain hands-on experience in the field of law, food safety, public health, policy and technology.


About the Internship

Now in its third year, the FSSAI Internship Scheme provides young talent with an opportunity to engage in live projects ranging from 1 to 6 months. This initiative fosters a mutually beneficial Industry-Academia collaboration, helping students apply their knowledge while contributing to real-world food safety solutions.

Eligibility Criteria

Students pursuing full-time Graduate/Postgraduate/Higher degrees from a recognised institution in India or abroad in the following fields are eligible to apply:


  • Law: Bachelor/ Master of Law (Only at FSSAI HQ)

  • Technical Fields: Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Food Science & Technology, Food & Nutrition, Edible Oil Technology, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural/Horticultural Sciences, Industrial Microbiology, Toxicology, Public Health, Life Science, Biotechnology, Fruit & Vegetable Technology, Food Safety & Quality Assurance.

  • Business & Management: Business Administration & Management, including policy regulation and related fields (Only at FSSAI HQ).

  • Media & Communication: Journalism, Mass Communication, and Public Relations.

  • Technology & IT: B.E./B.Tech (Only 3rd and 4th Year students) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields.

  • Public Policy: Postgraduate Degree/Diploma in Public Policy and Public Administration (Only at FSSAI HQ).

  • Library Science: Degree/Diploma in Library & Information Science or related disciplines (Only at FSSAI HQ).


Important Notes:

  • Students who have already completed their degrees are not eligible to apply.

  • Multiple applications will not be entertained.

  • Candidates must ensure that the internship location they choose aligns with their field of study (e.g., only technical candidates are eligible for FSSAI lab internships).

  • Stipend: Rs. 10,000.


Internship Duration

Internships are offered on a quarterly basis throughout the year.

  • Minimum Duration: 2 months

  • Maximum Duration: 6 months

  • No internships will be granted for a period of less than 2 months.


Application Timeline

Event

Date

Start of application submission

March 25, 2025

Last date to submit application

April 4, 2025

Announcement of shortlisted candidates

1st/2nd week of April 2025

Date of joining

To be intimated

How to Apply?

Interested candidates can apply through the following links:


For assistance or queries, reach out to us at:📩 internship-fssai@fssai.gov.in


Don't miss this opportunity to gain real-world experience and contribute to food safety in India!


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