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The Association of Food Scientists and Technologists (India), established in 1957, is one of the largest professional and educational organizations, with around 2500 members - food scientists and technologists, across the globe.

The major objective of AFST(I) is to stimulate and advance knowledge base on various aspects of Food Science and Technology by organizing National and International Conferences and bringing out technical publications including prestigious journals-Journal of Food Science and Technology (JFST) and Indian Food Industry (IFI). The association recognizes talent and excellence in the profession of Food Science and Technology by conferring various Awards and Fellowship.

It has a well-written constitution, which forms the backbone of guidelines by which the Head Quarters and Chapters are functioning through their elected Central Executive Committee (CEC) and Local Executive Committees (LECs) respectively. The election of Office Bearers to these committees, their powers and functions are part of the constitution.