CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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05 Aug, 2025 CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology Fee structure 2025-26 has been released. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.24 Lakhs.

Course Description

CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology is offered as 2 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 36 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for M.Sc is Graduation with 55%+Entrance. The total fees for CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology in 2025 is ₹ 1.24 Lakhs for the complete course duration, which includes total tuition fees of ₹ 1.24 Lakhs. Earlier, the fees in 2024 - 2025 for M.Sc Food Technology was ₹ 1.2 Lakhs.

CFTRI offers a total of 36 seats for M.Sc Food Technology. Check CFTRI Admission 2025

CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology Fees 2025

Fees (2025 - 2026) Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR)
Semester 1 2 3 4
Tuition Fees ₹31000 ₹31000 ₹31000 ₹31000
Semester Wise Fees ₹31000 ₹31000 ₹31000 ₹31000
Yearly Fees ₹62000 ₹62000

* Fees is refundable

CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology Previous Fees

Fees Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR)
Semester 1 2 3 4
Tuition Fees ₹30000 ₹30000 ₹30000 ₹30000
Semester Wise Fees ₹30000 ₹30000 ₹30000 ₹30000
Yearly Fees ₹60000 ₹60000

* Fees is refundable

CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology Admission 2025

The minimum eligibility for admission to M.Sc Food Technology at CFTRI is Graduation with 55%+Entrance.

You can check CFTRI M.Sc Food Technology admission dates 2025 in the section below.

CFTRI Admission Dates 2025

Events Dates
Document Verification at College for Admission 2025 [M.Sc] Oct 04, 2025
Last Date to Approve Admission for Session 2025 [M.Sc] Oct 10, 2025

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Eligibility Criteria

A Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Agriculture / Engineering / Technology with a minimum of 55% marks for General/ EWS/ OBC candidates/ Defence Personnel and 50% for SC/ST/PwD students from a recognized University (candidates waiting for final year results can appear for the entrance test, however, admission will be subjected to the above criteria) .For industry Sponsored candidates:- Bachelor’s Degree in Science / Agriculture / Engineering /
Technology with a minimum of 55% marks and two years industrial experience in a Food and allied industry is the eligibility

Admission Guidelines

Admission based on Entrance Test

Course Details

For Defence Personnel and Industry Sponsored candidates the course fee per semester will be Rs.60,000/- (Rupees Sixty Thousand Only).

Application Fee for the General/ OBC/ EWS/ Defence/ Industry Sponsored candidates is Rs.2000/- (inclusive of GST @ 18%) and for the SC/ST/PwD candidates is Rs. 1000/-

CSIR or Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI), Mysore offers a full time 2 year M.Sc program in Food Technology. The Merit-cum Entrance Examination system is adopted to admit the students to this course. The admission is based on CFTRI Entrance Exam Score followed by an interview. There is an intake of one candidate from the Defence and one candidate from Food Industries Sponsored (who secure minimum qualifying marks in Degree as well as in Entrance Examination). The application process is conducted both online and offline. 

Read More: CFTRI Mysore Admission 2021

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Course Highlights

  • The program is a regular full-time course and the duration of this course is 2 years divided into 4 semesters.
  • The total annual intake is 32 divided into 29 + 1 (Defence personnel) + 2 (Industry Sponsored; subject to availability of suitable candidates)
  • The total fee for the course is around INR 1,04,000 for general candidates & for Defense Personnel and Industry Sponsored is around INR 2,08,000. 
  • Admission is done based on Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) based entrance Examination which will be conducted at Mysore, Jorhat, Jammu, Chennai, Ghaziabad, Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Pune, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Bhubaneswar and Bangalore in coordination with respective laboratories/ Centres at these places. 
  • The average salary package is around INR 2.25 LPA

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Eligibility Criteria & Fees

For admission to the M.Sc Program at CFTRI, candidates are required to fulfill the following eligibility criteria:

  • Candidates must have passed a Bachelor's Degree in Science/ Agriculture/ Engineering/ Technology with a minimum of 55% marks for General/ OBC candidates/ Defence Personnel and 50% for SC/ ST/ PWD students from a recognized University for getting admission into M.Sc at CFTRI.
  • For industry Sponsored candidates, they must have passed a Bachelor's Degree in Science/ Agriculture/ Engineering/ Technology with a minimum of 55% marks and five years industrial experience in a Food and allied industry for getting admission into M.Sc at CFTRI.

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Fees

Semester General Candidates Defence Personnel and Industry Sponsored Candidates
1 INR 26000 INR 52000
2 INR 26000 INR 52000
3 INR 26000 INR 52000
4 INR 26000 INR 52000
Total Fees INR 104000 INR 208000

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Admission Criteria

Selection to M.Sc at CFTRI is made based on merit secured in the CFTRI Entrance Test. Candidates have to qualify for the entrance test with at least 50% marks (for General/ OBC/ Defense Personnel/ Industrial Sponsored candidates) and 45% marks (for Sc/ ST/ PwD candidates) for getting admission into M.Sc at CFTRI.

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Entrance Examination

Candidates have to qualify for the Entrance Examination conducted by CFTRI for getting admission into the M.Sc course. The entrance will be conducted in MCQ based and there is a penalty for each wrong answer. 

CFTRI M.Sc Entrance Exam Syllabus Click Here

How to Apply? 

Necessary steps to apply online for M.Sc at CFTRI:

  • Visit the official website of CFTRI.
  • Go to the “Admission Portal” of M.Sc.
  • Register yourself with a valid mobile number & Email ID.
  • Fill up the application form with all necessary personal & academic details
  • Upload the photographs in the prescribed order.
  • Submit the application form.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 590 for SC/ ST/ PwD and INR 1180 for other candidates through “SBI Collect” only.
  • Do not click “Refresh” or Go Back in the browser while entering data.
  • Take a printout of the duly filled application form & fee receipt.

Documents Required 

  • Printout of duly filled Application form along with photo & signature
  • Recent passport size coloured photograph - 01
  • 10th/ 12th Mark Sheet
  • All Semesters Marks/ Grade Cards of the qualifying exam
  • Proof of Date of Birth
  • Caste Certificate
  • Income Proof of Guardian’s
  • Proof of Application fee

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc Course Details

CFTRI provides an M.Sc program in Food Technology with a duration of 2 academic years including 2 semesters each. The course structure for each semester is as mentioned below.

Semester Course Structure Detailed Syllabus
1st Food Chemistry - FCH, Basic & Food Microbiology - BFM, Principles of General Engineering - PGE, Applied Mathematics & Statistics - AMS, Advances in Engineering - ANG Click Here
2nd Principles of Food Processing - PFP, Biochemistry - BCH, Food Engineering – FEG, Human Physiology & Nutrition - HPN, Bioinformatics & Biostatistics - BFS, Baking & Confectionery Technology - BCT
3rd Microbial Fermentations - MFT, Food Biotechnology & Bioengineering - FBB, Minor Project (Dissertation) - MNP, Animal Product Technology - APT, Technology of Milk & Milk Products - TMP, Packaging Technology & Supply Chain - PKS
4th Technology & Infestation Control of Cereals, Legumes & Oilseeds - TIC/ Technology & Infestation Control of Food & Vegetables - TIF/ Technology & Infestation Control of Plantation Products & Flavours - TIP, Major Project (Investigation) - MJP, Food Quality, Safety & Analysis - QSA, Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering - MBG, Agri-Food Business Management & Intellectual Property - ABI

CFTRI Mysore M.Sc FAQs

Ques. Is there any entrance exam for getting admission into CFTRI Mysore M.Sc?

Ans. Yes, there is an entrance test for taking admission into the M.Sc course at CFTRI. The final selection for this course is done through the CFTRI Entrance Score and a personal interview conducted by CFTRI.

Ques. What are the facilities provided to the CFTRI Mysore M.Sc students?

Ans. CFTRI provides various facilities to their students are as follows:

  • SIR- CFTRI Campus Blog
  • Animal House Facility
  • Computer Centre
  • Central Instruments Facility Services
  • Online Work Request for CCM, EMM & AGRI-HORTICULTURE
  • Library
  • Health care facility
  • Pilot Plant Services
  • Analytical Facilities

Ques. Is there any hostel accommodation provided to the CFTRI Mysore M.Sc students?

Ans. CFTRI provides hostel facilities to their students with all the basic amenities such as electricity, water supply, and food. CFTRI also provides some indoor games for their students. The hostel is very neat & clean and the food is quite good. The fees are also adorable.

Ques. How are the CFTRI Mysore M.Sc faculties?

Ans. CFTRI provides excellent faculties to its students. Most of them have PhD degrees. They are well experienced, highly knowledgeable, and very helpful. They have great research experience in their respective fields and are loaded with tons of practical knowledge. They always try to solve the queries of each student.

Ques. Is there any reservation quota for admission in the CFTRI Mysore M.Sc course?

 Ans. Yes, there is a reservation quota for the students applying for M.Sc at CFTRI. The reservation quota is as follow:

Category No. of Seats
General 12
OBC 8
SC 4
EWS 3
ST 2
Industry-Sponsored 2

Defence Personnel

For Defence Personnel and Industry Sponsored candidates, the
course fee per semester will be Rs. 56,000/- (Rupees Fifty Six Thousand Only).

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CFTRI: Students' Opinion

AI-Generated Summary based on 18 Reviews

The M.Sc. Food Technology program at CFTRI College has a structured admission process that requires applicants to have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields with a minimum of 50% marks (55% for select candidates) and a 5% relaxation for SC/ST categories. The process involves an entrance exam and merit-based evaluation. The program's tuition is INR 48,000 for two years, payable in annual installments of INR 24,000. SC/ST students benefit from a reduced annual fee of INR 20,000, and the college offers flexible payment options, scholarships, and educational loans.

The faculty comprises highly qualified professionals, many with Ph.D. degrees from prestigious institutions, offering a robust educational experience through effective teaching methods and personalized support. The college's placement record is impressive, with about 90% of students securing jobs in reputable companies such as ITC Limited, Hindustan Unilever, and Infosys, with average annual packages around INR 2.25 lakh. Top students receive higher compensation, and internship opportunities with stipends up to INR 20,000 are available, enhancing practical knowledge.

The college's proactive placement cell significantly aids in preparing students for successful careers in various sectors, ensuring ample job opportunities.

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CFTRI Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

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Last Date to Approve Admission for Session 2025 [M.Sc]Oct 10, 2025
Last Date to Submit Application/Documents for Session 2025 [M.Sc]
Upcoming
Oct 15, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
Document Verification at College for Admission 2025 [M.Sc]Oct 04, 2025
Date of Commencement of Classes for Admission 2025 [M.Sc] (Food Technology)Aug 18, 2025
Date of Admission Session 2025-26 [M.Sc] (Food Technology)Aug 14, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
Last Date to Approve Admission for Session 2025 [M.Sc]Oct 10, 2025
Last Date to Submit Application/Documents for Session 2025 [M.Sc]
Upcoming
Oct 15, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
Document Verification at College for Admission 2025 [M.Sc]Oct 04, 2025
Date of Commencement of Classes for Admission 2025 [M.Sc] (Food Technology)Aug 18, 2025
Date of Admission Session 2025-26 [M.Sc] (Food Technology)Aug 14, 2025

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PRASANNAPRIYA. R
4.5
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2021(Enrolled 2017)

Fees and Financial Aid:

Karnataka scholarship is given to the meritorious students of the college. 25 top ranked students get shortlisted by the institute. Students can apply for educational loan with the permission of the institute.
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Kunal
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Reviewed on Nov 14, 2021(Enrolled 2017)

Fees and Financial Aid:

We had to pay two annual shifts of INR 24,000 for the M.Sc programme at CFTRI. As the total programme fee is just INR 48K thus no such pressure of fee is put on the students. For candidates who match the eligibility, Merit based scholarships are also available.
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Somnath
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Reviewed on Jun 9, 2020

Fee Structure And Facilities:

The fee structure is quite low. Each semester ?24,000 is the total fee so it is nearly ? 50,000 for two years. I think the fee structure of the Central Food Technological Research Institute is very 0 bit low as compared to other colleges
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kiran
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Reviewed on Jun 9, 2020

Fee Structure And Facilities:

As the college is governed by the government, fee structure is divided into two categories: general/OBC and SC/ST. For general/OBC category students fees is Rs 24,000 per annum. For SC/ST category students fees is Rs 20,000 per annum.
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K.Vengatesan
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Reviewed on Jun 4, 2020

Fee Structure And Facilities:

M.Sc in Food Technology is demanding course and I have paid just 24,000 rupees to the college for one year which is very much feasible. My friends are studying in other college and they are paying high amount for M.SC course.
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For my course M.SC fee I have paid to college just twenty four thousand for one year which was feasible. After giving annual fee college don't ask any fee except examination fee. Compare to any other college this college is taking less fees.
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Abikrishnaa
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Fee Structure And Facilities:

M.SC IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY this is a two year course and the fee was submitted yearly in end of the session , the first year fee is ?24,000 and this is the 2nd year fee also . this is not a huge amount students can pay this instalment also.
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Akshay
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Reviewed on May 31, 2020

Fee Structure And Facilities:

The fee structure of the university is very flexible. It is an affordable institute. The fee of one year for the course of M.Sc. is 24000. The students who deserve get some relaxation by the institute.
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Renju
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Reviewed on May 31, 2020

Fee Structure And Facilities:

The fee structure of the institute is good. The course of M.sc. is two years course. The fee for the each of the year is Rs. 24000. Thus the total fee of two years is Rs. 48000. The fee structure of all of the courses offered by the institute is fine.
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Food technology is gradually picking up the the speed and now more and more people are interested in pursuing it and fees for a a year in CFTRI is Rs 48,000 which is reasonable because the institute offers you all kinds of facility with it.
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Yes, CFTRI offers great placement opportunities in Food Industry. You can get placement in companies like Hindusthan Uniliver, Infosys, ITC Limited, etc. You can get into sectors like Manufacturing, Teaching, Research, and Development. 

You can also get placement offers through off-campus placements. The university offers good exposure to students. The college alumni group is also quite helpful regarding placements. 

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