Admission to the college is based on an entrance exam, with applications open from May to June and exams held in June. The exam fee was 1200 INR in 2016. Results are announced within one to two weeks, followed by counseling in late June or early July. The college, noted for its legacy, is the only autonomous institution in Punjab offering a four-year honors bachelor's in Food Science and Technology.
It boasts a faculty of 30 lecturers, including 10 permanent members with at least 20 years of service. All faculty hold or are pursuing Ph.D. degrees, enriched by considerable industrial and research experience. The course fee is approximately 2.2 lakhs, payable in eight installments over four years, plus an annual program fee of 60,000 INR and a 2,500 INR security deposit. The college, run by a charitable trust, offers transparent fees with discounts for certain castes.
However, fees increase yearly without explanation. Placement opportunities are robust in the food science department, with companies like Nestle and Cadbury visiting. Although specific interview preparation isn't offered, students receive training at reputed companies. The college provides scholarships for high achievers, backward caste students, and those excelling in sports or cultural activities, with awards ranging from 200 INR to full fee waivers. Eligible students also benefit from a 25% fee reduction and loan facilities to assist with admission costs.
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