Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology and Sciences (ANITS Visakhapatnam), Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, offers a two-year Master of Technology [M.Tech (Food Process Engineering)] affiliated to Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. The programme focuses on food processing, food safety, food technology, and bioprocess engineering with a curriculum covering food chemistry and microbiology, food processing equipment, food safety and quality management, thermal processing, dairy and cereal technology, packaging technology, and thesis. Total fees are Rs. 86,000 for two years (Rs. 43,000 per year). Anil Neerukonda Institute of Technology and Sciences holds NAAC Grade A+ accreditation and is AICTE approved with autonomous status. Collegedunia ranks ANITS 231 in its 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
Admission to M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) 2026-27 is through AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026. AP PGECET 2026 was conducted on April 28-30, 2026. Counselling by APSCHE is expected in July to August 2026 (Tentative).
AP PGECET 2026 was conducted on April 28-30, 2026. GATE 2026 scores (result: March 19, 2026) are also accepted. APSCHE counselling for M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) seat allotment at ANITS Visakhapatnam is expected in July to August 2026 (Tentative). Candidates must register for APSCHE M.Tech counselling to participate.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) at ANITS Visakhapatnam; affiliated to Andhra University; autonomous status; focuses on food processing.
- NAAC Grade A+ (score 3.4); AICTE approved; UGC recognised; established 2001; Collegedunia Engineering rank 231 (2026); ranked 15th in Andhra Pradesh.
- Total fees Rs. 86,000 for two years (Rs. 43,000 per year); hostel charges separate.
- Admission through AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026; eligibility: B.E./B.Tech with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).
- GATE-qualified admitted students eligible for MHRD stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month.
ANITS Visakhapatnam M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Fees
M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (Year 1) | Rs. 43,000 |
| Annual Fee (Year 2) | Rs. 43,000 |
| Total Fees | Rs. 86,000 |
- Total fees of Rs. 86,000 are for the two-year M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) programme at Rs. 43,000 per year.
- Hostel charges are applicable separately and excluded from Total Fees above.
- GATE-qualified students admitted to ANITS M.Tech may be eligible for the MHRD stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month; verify current norms at anits.org.
ANITS Visakhapatnam M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| AP PGECET 2026 Exam | April 28, 29 and 30, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | March 19, 2026 |
| APSCHE M.Tech Counselling Registration (Tentative) | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Seat Allotment and Reporting (Tentative) | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
| M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Classes Commence (Tentative) | August to September 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| AP PGECET 2026 | March 23, 2026 | April 28-30, 2026 | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| GATE 2026 | October 13, 2025 | Feb 7-15, 2026 | March 19, 2026 |
- M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) admission at ANITS Visakhapatnam is through AP PGECET 2026 or GATE 2026 counselling conducted by APSCHE; candidates must register for APSCHE M.Tech web counselling when announced.
- Eligibility: passed B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in the relevant discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PH candidates as per AP norms).
- AP domicile reservation applies for AP PGECET quota seats; GATE-qualified candidates may also apply for GATE-admitted seats as per APSCHE norms.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognised university.
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks in qualifying degree (45% for SC/ST/PH candidates as per AP norms).
- Must qualify AP PGECET 2026 or hold a valid GATE 2026 score; participate in APSCHE M.Tech counselling for seat allotment.
Admission Process
- Qualify AP PGECET 2026 (conducted April 28-30, 2026) or hold a valid GATE 2026 score (result: March 19, 2026) in the relevant paper.
- Register for APSCHE M.Tech counselling in July 2026 (Tentative) at the official AP PGECET counselling portal; pay the counselling processing fee online.
- Fill college and branch preferences during the web option entry window; select ANITS Visakhapatnam for M.Tech (Food Process Engineering).
- Check seat allotment result; if allotted, download the provisional allotment order and report to ANITS Visakhapatnam within the reporting deadline.
- Submit original documents: B.E./B.Tech certificate and marksheets, AP PGECET or GATE score card, caste/category certificate if applicable, transfer certificate; pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat.
ANITS Visakhapatnam M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Scholarships 2026
M.Tech (Food Process Engineering) Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE-based MHRD Scholarship | Rs. 12,400 per month (stipend) | GATE-qualified students admitted to M.Tech; disbursed by the institution; available for GATE-admitted seats only |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full fee reimbursement | SC/ST students; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Jagananna Vidya Deevena (JVD) | Full tuition fee reimbursement | AP domicile students; family income below Rs. 2.5 Lakhs; apply at jnanabhumi.ap.gov.in |
- GATE-qualified students admitted to M.Tech at ANITS Visakhapatnam are eligible for the MHRD stipend of Rs. 12,400 per month, subject to availability of GATE-admitted seats and institutional norms; verify at anits.org.
- SC/ST students may apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship at scholarships.gov.in for full fee reimbursement; Aadhaar-linked bank account and income certificate required.
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