The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, has opened its internship program for the July 2025 quarter. This initiative is part of the FSSAI Internship Scheme 2024, designed to provide young professionals and students with hands-on experience in the domain of food safety and standards regulation across India.
About the FSSAI Internship Program #
FSSAI offers internships throughout the year to provide students with exposure to food regulatory mechanisms, scientific research, administration, and public outreach. Interns are assigned specific divisions at FSSAI Headquarters, Regional Offices, and National Food Laboratories, depending on their background and interest.
Eligibility Criteria #
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate, postgraduate, or higher degree course from a recognized institution in India or abroad. Completed degree holders are not eligible. The eligibility differs based on the subject domain:
A. Technical & Science Fields
- B.Tech/BE or Postgraduate students in:
- Food Technology / Food Science & Technology / Food & Nutrition
- Chemistry / Biochemistry / Edible Oil Technology
- Microbiology / Dairy Technology / Agricultural / Horticultural Sciences
- Life Science / Biotechnology / Industrial Microbiology / Toxicology
- Public Health / Fruit & Vegetable Technology
- Food Safety & Quality Assurance
B. Business & Management
- Postgraduate students in:
- Business Administration / Finance / Marketing / HR / Economics / Policy Regulation
- Taxation Law / Entrepreneurship / Statistics / ICT / Psychology
C. Communication & Policy
- Students pursuing:
- PG Diploma/Degree in Journalism, Mass Communication, Public Relations
- Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Public Policy/Public Administration
D. IT & Legal
- 3rd and 4th year students of B.E/B.Tech in:
- Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Technology
- Bachelor/Master of Law
E. Commerce
- Bachelor of Commerce and equivalent streams
Note:
- Multiple applications will not be entertained.
- Ensure the location selected offers the relevant domain before applying.
- Only those currently pursuing the degree are eligible; past graduates should not apply.
Duration of Internship #
- Minimum: 2 months
- Maximum: 6 months
- No internship of less than 2 months will be considered.
Locations & Domains Available #
Internships are offered at FSSAI HQ, regional offices, and labs:
1. FSSAI HQ – New Delhi
Areas: HR, IT, Standards, Finance, Legal, Science, Imports, QA, Library, RTI, Procurement, General Admin
2. Regional Offices
- WRO Mumbai
- SRO Chennai
- ERO Kolkata
Domain: Food Imports Clearance, Licensing
3. National Food Laboratories
- NFL Ghaziabad
- NFL Kolkata
- NFL Chennai
- Raxaul Extension Centre
Domain: Food Sampling, Testing, Quality Analysis
Facilities Provided #
- Provided: Workspace, Internet access
- Not Provided: Local lodging, boarding, travel allowance
- Required: Intern must bring their own laptop
Stipend #
A stipend of ₹10,000 is provided for the complete duration, subject to performance and assessment by the reporting division.
The stipend is awarded only to deserving interns based on:
- Attendance record
- Evaluation by supervisors
- Final report/presentation quality
Certification #
Upon successful completion, interns will be issued a Certificate of Internship by the respective FSSAI division.
How to Apply Online #
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Visit the Official Portal:
- Go to fssai.gov.in/internship
- Click on “Apply Online”
- You’ll be redirected to the internship application form.
- Save and Generate Application Code
- Fill your name and email to save progress.
- You’ll receive a unique application code for login and editing.
- Complete Personal and Educational Details
- Sections include personal info, academic history from Class 10 onwards, and course details.
- Upload Required Documents
- Photo: Max 500 KB, JPG/PNG only
- Resume: Max 2 MB, PDF or Word format
- Write-up Section
- Major Projects
- Subject Area of Interest
- Why FSSAI?
- Preferred Internship Month
- Final Submission
- Review thoroughly before submitting.
- Once submitted, no edits are allowed.
Documents to Carry on Joining #
- NOC and Student Status Letter from Institution
- Character Certificate from Institute
- Educational Qualification Proof
Key Dates & Deadlines #
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications Open | 10 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 June 2025 |
| Shortlist Announcement | Last week of June / First week of July 2025 |
| Internship Start Date | Will be notified individually |
Important: Selected interns must join within one week of the scheduled date, or the offer will be cancelled.
Important Notes #
- Applications must be submitted fresh for each quarter; previous non-selected candidates must reapply.
- Final list of selected candidates will be published on FSSAI’s website.
- For queries, contact via email: internship-fssai@fssai.gov.in
