The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has officially released the notification for its Internship Scheme 2024 for the upcoming July – September 2026 quarter.
As a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, FSSAI offers an excellent opportunity for students pursuing graduation, post-graduation, or higher degrees to gain hands-on experience in food regulation, legal enforcement, policy framework, and food safety administration.
If you are looking to build a career in public policy, corporate compliance, or food law, here is everything you need to know about the FSSAI Internship 2026.
📌 Important Dates & Timeline
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | June 18, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | June 27, 2026 |
| Announcement of Shortlisted Candidates | To be communicated |
| Date of Joining | To be communicated |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
FSSAI is accepting applications only from students currently pursuing full-time Graduate, Post-Graduate, or Higher Degrees from recognized Indian or foreign institutions.
⚠️ Note: Students who have already completed their courses are not eligible to apply.
The eligible educational streams include:
- Law: Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) / Master of Law (LL.M.).
- Science & Technology: Post-Graduate Degree/B.Tech/B.E. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Technology, Food Science, Nutrition, Microbiology, Dairy Technology, Agricultural/Horticultural Sciences, Biotechnology, Toxicology, or Public Health.
- Engineering: B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Software Engineering (Strictly 3rd and 4th-year students only).
- Management & Business Administration: Policy Regulation, Finance, Taxation Law, Marketing, Human Resources (HR), Economics, Statistics, and Entrepreneurship.
- Commerce: Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) & equivalent courses.
- Public Policy & Journalism: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Public Policy, Public Administration, Journalism, Mass Communication, or Public Relations.
💼 Internship Tenure & Stipend
- Duration: The internship is offered for a minimum of 2 months, which can be extended up to a maximum of 6 months. No applications for less than 2 months will be considered.
- Stipend: A stipend of ₹10,000 (Rupees ten thousand only) for the entire internship period will be awarded to deserving interns.
- Stipend Criteria: The stipend is subject to recommendation based on attendance, assessment by reporting officers, and evaluation of the final project report.
📍 Location & Available Domains
Candidates must choose their preferred location based on the availability of their domain:
1. FSSAI Headquarters (New Delhi)
- Legal
- Human Resource (HR)
- Information Technology (IT)
- Regulatory Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Science and Standards
- Imports/Trade and International Cooperation
- Policy Coordination, Public Administration, & Social Change
2. Regional Offices (Kolkata, Ghaziabad, Chennai)
- Food Imports Clearance and Licensing
3. National Food Laboratories (Ghaziabad, Kolkata, Raxaul, Chennai)
- Food Sampling and Testing (Only for technically qualified candidates)
🛠️ Logistics & Infrastructure
- Laptops: Interns must carry their own laptops.
- Facilities Provided: FSSAI will provide designated working space, internet access, and administrative necessities.
- Accommodation: FSSAI does not cover local lodging, travel, or boarding expenses.
📝 How to Apply for FSSAI Internship 2026
- Online Portal: Eligible candidates must apply online through the official FSSAI portal: fssai.gov.in/internship@fssai.php.
- Short Write-up: Be prepared to submit a short write-up or presentation on the application portal as part of the final selection process.
- Single Application: Submit only one application. Multiple applications will be rejected.
📄 Documents Required at the Time of Joining
If selected, you must produce the following original documents on your date of joining:
- An official letter from your Institute confirming your current student status.
- A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your college/university for the internship duration.
- A Character Certificate from your Institute authority.
- Proof of educational qualifications (as listed in your application).
Contact Information: For any official queries regarding the internship program, students can reach out directly via email to internship-fssai@fssai.gov.in.
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