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    NIFTEM-T Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Application Form

    Varunika Verma

    Updated on Apr 07 2026, 03:33 PM IST

    NIFTEM-T Admission Process

    NIFTEM Thanjavur admissions are available for courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. NIFTEM-T admissions are available for courses in full-time mode. NIFTEM Thanjavur admissions are available for B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech and PhD courses. 

    • Students can register on NIFTEM Thanjavur admission portal to apply for the B.Tech, M.Tech, and PhD courses.
    • NIFTEM Thanjavur entrance exam - Admissions to B.Tech are based on JEE Main, M.Tech on GATE/NIFTEM-T and PhD on GATE/NIFTEM-T followed by interview.
    • JEE Main 2026 examination for session 2 has been conducted from April 2-8, 2026.
    • Students who qualify the respective entrance exams must then participate in counselling for NIFTEM Thanjavur i.e JoSAA/NIFTEM-T counselling.
    • NIFTEM Thanjavur seat matrix - B.Tech seat intake is 90, M.Tech seat intake is 36 and PhD seat intake is 16.

    National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Management Thanjavur offers one undergraduate course, three postgraduate courses, and two doctoral programmes to the students. NIFTEM B.Tech admissions are based on the JEE Main exam. NIFTEM M.Tech admission is based on the scores of GATE entrance exam. 

    Candidates interested in applying for the course need to complete the NIFTEM registration process in online mode. The authority updated the link for the registration of NIFTEM 2026 is available on the website, admission.niftem.ac.in. Candidates are advised to check the eligibility criteria for NIFTEM admission 2026 before filling out the application. NIFTEM B.Tech admissions 2026 and final selection will be based on JEE Main scores. 

    Candidates will be offered admission through the JoSAA 2026. Through NIFTEM-T admission 2026, candidates will be offered admission to the B.Tech course of Food Technology and Management (FTM). Admission to the courses at NIFTEM is offered for specified seat intake. 

    Also See: NIFTEM Thanjavur Placements

    NIFTEM Thanjavur Admissions 2026 Highlights

    Candidates can check the details of the entrance exam required for NIFTEM Thanjavur admissions 2026 for the courses at different levels.

    Entrance Exam for NIFTEM Thanjavur Admissions 2026

    CoursesEntrance Examination
    UG CoursesJEE Main
    PG CoursesGATE/NIFTEM -T Entrance Examination

    How to Register for NIFTEM Thanjavur Admissions 2026

    The authorities released the application form for NIFTEM admission 2026 on the official website. The NIFTEM 2026 registration process is available in online mode. All of the candidates have to submit the NIFTEM application form 2026 before the final date.

    Steps to Fill the NIFTEM-T Registration Form 2026

    The following steps can be referred to fill out the application for NIFTEM 2026. 

    • Go to the official website of NIFTEM admission 2026 i.e. niftem.ac.in.

    • Candidates will have to complete the registration process.

    • The personal, academic and contact details have to be submitted.

    • Photographs and signatures have to be uploaded by the candidates.

    • Finally, the application fee has to be paid in online mode.

    NIFTEM Thanjavur Application Fee

    CategoryApplication Fee

    General/OBC

    Rs. 1000

    SC/ST

    Rs. 500

    Also See: NIFTEM Thanjavur Courses & Fees

    NIFTEM-T Admissions 2026 for B.Tech

    NIFTEM undergraduate admissions 2026 are offered for B.Tech courses in the specialisation of Food Technology. NIFTEM-T B.tech admission is offered for 90 seats for a duration of four years. 

    NIFTEM-T B.Tech Admission Eligibility Criteria and Seat Intake 

    CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility

    B.Tech

    90

    Candidates must have passed 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects

    NIFTEM B.Tech Admission Process 2026

    • NIFTEM B.Tech admission 2026 will be made based on JEE Main scores. 

    • Candidates will have to participate in the counselling of JoSAA 2026. Selection will be done per the ranks secured by the candidates in JEE Main 2026.

    • After seat allotment through JoSAA 2025, candidates will have to pay the seat acceptance fee.

    • The remaining fee has to be paid through the SBI collect portal of NIFTEM admission 2026.

    • If candidates fail to pay the required fee before the final date then they will be disqualified and their seat will be forfeited.

    • Selected candidates will have to report to the institute for document verification and confirmation of admission.

    Also See: NIFTEM Thanjavur Cutoff

    NIFTEM M.Tech Admissions 2026

    NIFTEM postgraduate admissions are done M.Tech courses in three different specialisations. NIFTEM M.Tech admissions are offered for the duration of two years. 

    NIFTEM M.Tech Admission Eligibility Criteria and Seat Intake

    CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility

    M.Tech

    36

    Must have completed a bachelor’s degree from a recognised University.

    NIFTEM M.Tech Admission Process 2026

    • Candidates applying to the courses must meet the National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management Thanjavur eligibility criteria for the desired course. 

    • Admission to the M.Tech course at NIFTEM is based on the GATE/NIFTEM-T entrance examination scores

    • Shortlisted candidates should attend the counselling session.

    • The NIFTEM admissions are done based on the scores obtained in entrance examinations.

    • Shortlisted candidates will be informed regarding the seat allotment.

    • The students must also submit their verified documents and fees to complete the NIFTEM admission procedure.

    Also See: NIFTEM Thanjavur Facilities

    NIFTEM PhD Admissions 2026

    National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Thanjavur doctoral admissions are offered for PhD courses in two specialisations of Food Technology. 

    NIFTEM PhD Admission Eligibility Criteria and Seat Intake

    CoursesSeat IntakeEligibility

    PhD

    16

    Must have completed postgraduation.

    NIFTEM Ph.D Admission Process 2026

    • Candidates applying for the NIFTEM PhD admissions need to meet the eligibility criteria of the course,

    • The institute provides admission to PhD programmes based on the scores of the GATE or NIFTEM-T entrance examination followed by a personal interview.

    • The selection process for NIFTEM PhD admissions 2026 includes marks obtained by the candidate at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, the score obtained in the entrance examination and personal interview. 

    • The selected candidates are requested to complete the document verification and fee payment process for final admission. 

    NIFTEM Reservation Criteria 2026

    CategoryReservation

    Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer)

    27%

    General-EWS

    10%

    Scheduled Caste

    15%

    Scheduled Tribe

    7.5%

    Persons with Disabilities (Horizontal Reservation)

    5%

    What are the Documents Required for NIFTEM-T Admissions?

    Candidates will be required to carry the following documents for verification:

    • 10th standard mark sheet and certificate

    • 12th standard mark sheet and certificate

    • JEE Main admit card

    • JEE Main scorecard

    • Passport size colour photograph

    • Caste certificate (if applicable)

    • Character certificate from school/college/university last attended

    • Medical certificate of handicap for physically handicapped candidates

    • Migration certificate (if applicable)

    Note: Candidates applying for the courses should follow the complete National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Ahmedabad admission procedure.

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    FAQ’s

    Frequently Asked Questions
    Q: What is the basis of NIFTEM Thanjavur M.Tech Admission 2025?
    A:

    NIFTEM Thanjavur M.Tech Admission 2025 is based on the scores of GATE/ NIFTEM- T entrance examination. The final selection is based on the academic merit and score of entrance examination.

    Q: For which courses NIFTEM Entrance Exam score is accepted?
    Q: What is the process of NIFTEM Thanjavur admission 2025 for B.Tech courses?
    Q: What is the process of NIFTEM Thanjavur Ph.D admission process?
    Q: How can I get admission in NIFTEM Thanjavur in 2025?
    Q: What is the process of NIFTEM Thanjavur Ph.D admission process?
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    Q: What is the NIFTEM application fee for General category students?
    Q: Who are eligible to apply for the B.Tech course at NIFTEM?
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    Student Reviews for NIFTEM-T

    Average Rating

    4.3
    Rating given by students

    Total Reviews

    3
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    Overall

    4.3

    Infrastructure

    4.7

    Placements

    3.3

    Campus Life

    4.3

    Academics

    3.8

    Value for Money

    2.7

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    A very good learning experience

    Anonymous Posted on 20 Nov'24
    4

    Academics

    This institute has a NABL accredited lab which serves as a referral as well as reference laboratory. I chose food safety and quality assurance for the same reason to understand how it all works. The curriculum allows us to have an overall understanding on certification, analytical techniques, adulteration and auditing.

    College Infra

    This institute has 6 departments involving 2 centres of excellence. The college is a collaboration of academics with classrooms equipped with smart boards and recreational activities like sports. The laboratory facilities are good. The hostels are maintained well and equipped with WiFi 24/7.

    Placements

    This institute has a placement cell/ industry academia cell through which students are placed at various industries like ITC, Big Basket, Nestle etc. The process is all kept flexible according to the companies feasibility.
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    Definitely go with this college

    Anonymous Posted on 11 Sep'24
    4

    Academics

    There mainly 5 branches for M.Teach and 1 branch for B.Teach which is FTM I, e food teach and management. Every branch has one hod and atleast 5-6 faculty members which are highly qualified. The quality of teaching is very good and easy with the practical knowledge including industry ready knowledge of machines and equipments. Every lab is air conditioned and with proper lab technician. Curriculum of college is all about food and its betterment.

    College Infra

    Infrastructure and facilities provided by college are top level. Which contains auditorium, seminar halls, hostels and accommodation facilities for parents also. Also there is a gym and various courts for playing various games including volleyball, tennis, badminton etc. Hostel is compulsory for all and mess is included in hostels. The quality of mess food is also good.

    Placements

    About 85-90% of students got placed in our college. The highest package from our college is around 25 Lacs by amul and the lowest package from our college are 3.5 Lacs per annum and the average package is about 5-6lakh. Top recruiting companies on our campus are Nestled, mondleys, ITC. About all students got internships from our college few of students got internships from out of campus. Top roles offered by companies are as product develops, research, and development areas.
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    very good place to study food processing in INDIA

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