Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The B.Sc. in Food Technology and Management (FTM) offered at CSIBER's College of Non-Conventional Vocational Courses for Women (CNCVCW), Kolhapur, is a 3-year full-time undergraduate programme affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The course covers food science, food preservation, dairy technology, food microbiology, human nutrition, food biochemistry, post-harvest technology, bakery and confectionery, beverage technology, and food quality control. With a total fee of Rs. 41,144 per year (including all charges), the programme is one of the most affordable food technology courses in Maharashtra. The college has an approved intake of 60 seats and the course is conducted in English medium on campus. It is particularly popular among women students from southern Maharashtra who wish to build careers in the food processing, nutrition, and quality assurance sectors.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are currently open. Applications for non-entrance-based courses (including B.Sc. FTM) can be submitted until May 30, 2026, through the Shivaji University online portal (sukapps.unishivaji.ac.in). The college also conducts its own written examination and interview as part of the selection process. Admission is based on 50% weightage to 12th marks and 50% to the college entrance test/interview.

Key Points

Exclusively for women students; offered at CNCVCW, a constituent college under the CSIBER Trust, Kolhapur
NAAC accredited with B++ grade (CGPA 2.97), valid up to January 2028
Curriculum integrates food science, nutrition, management, and entrepreneurship development
MoU with Shivaji University's Dept. of Food Science and Technology, Bureau Veritas India, and Gold's Gym Kolhapur for practical training and workshops
Add-on certificate courses in French, German, and Japanese languages available on campus
Students can pursue M.Sc. (Food Science and Nutrition) at the same campus after completing B.Sc. FTM
Minimum 80% attendance is mandatory to be eligible for university examinations

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CSIBER Kolhapur Latest Updates and News

05 Mar, 2026 CSIBER Kolhapur Admission 2026 is open for B.Sc Food Technology programs. The last date to apply is April 25 (Entrance Exam courses) and May 30 (Non-Entrance Exam courses). The Exam will be held from May 12 to 15, 2026. Read more.

CSIBER B.Sc. FTM Fees

The B.Sc. Food Technology and Management programme at CNCVCW is priced affordably, with a total annual fee of Rs. 41,144 (as per the 2023-24 prospectus, which is the most recently published official fee structure). The tuition fee component is Rs. 33,000 per year, and the remaining amount covers library, workshop, computer lab, gymkhana, university fees, and other charges. A refundable library deposit of Rs. 1,000 is also collected at the time of admission.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Admission Fees	300
Tuition Fees	33,000
Library Fees	1,500
Workshop Fees	1,000
Development Fees	150
Computer Lab / Studio / Other Lab	1,200
I-Card	50
Borrow Card	50
Extra-Curricular Activity	100
Gymkhana Fees	150
Shivaji University Fees	644
Sub-Total (A)	38,144
Library Deposit (Refundable)	1,000
Alumni Registration Fee	500
Language Course Fees	1,500
Sub-Total (B)	3,000
Total Fees (A + B)	41,144

Library deposit of Rs. 1,000 is refundable on completion of the programme, subject to no damage or loss of library books.
Hostel facility is available on campus for women students (not mandatory).
Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the above total.
Fees are as per Shivaji University and Government of Maharashtra directives and may be revised annually.
Refund policy: 100% refund (minus up to Rs. 5,000 processing fee) if cancellation is made 15 or more days before August 31; 90% if less than 15 days before August 31; 80% if within 15 days after August 31; 50% if 16-30 days after August 31; no refund after 30 days post August 31 (only refundable deposits returned).

CSIBER B.Sc. FTM Admission 2026

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently open. The selection process at CNCVCW is merit-based, combining 12th standard marks and a college-level entrance test/interview. The final merit list is prepared giving equal weightage (50:50) to both components. Government of Maharashtra reservation norms are strictly followed.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start Date (Shivaji University Portal)	March 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply (Non-Entrance Courses incl. B.Sc. FTM)	May 30, 2026
College Entrance Test / Interview	To be announced by CNCVCW
Merit List Declaration	To be announced by CNCVCW
Last Date of Admission	August 31, 2026 (tentative)
Commencement of Classes	July 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (HSC) from the Science stream from any recognized board or equivalent.
Students from other states must submit a Migration Certificate and Eligibility Certificate at the time of admission.
Minimum 35% marks in the qualifying examination (as per general norms; reserved category relaxation as per Government of Maharashtra rules).

Admission Process

Register and apply online through the Shivaji University portal (sukapps.unishivaji.ac.in) or directly at the college.
Appear for the college-level written entrance test and/or personal interview.
Final selection is based on 50% weightage to 12th marks and 50% to entrance test/interview score.
Submit required documents: SSC and HSC marksheets, school leaving/transfer certificate, Aadhaar card, caste/income certificate (if applicable), blood group certificate, migration certificate (for out-of-state students), and passport-size photographs.
Pay fees at the time of admission to confirm the seat.

CSIBER B.Sc. FTM Scholarships 2026

Students enrolled in the B.Sc. FTM programme at CNCVCW can avail of both government and institutional scholarships. The college offers the Late Dr. A.D. Shinde Merit Scholarship exclusively for meritorious students who do not receive any government scholarship. SC category students can apply for the Maharashtra State Government scholarship. These scholarships make the already affordable programme even more accessible for deserving students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
Maharashtra State Government SC Scholarship	SC category students	As per Government norms
Late Dr. A.D. Shinde Merit Scholarship (Rank 1 and 2)	Top 2 students on merit list	20% of tuition fees (Rs. 6,600 each)
Late Dr. A.D. Shinde Merit Scholarship (Rank 3, 4, and 5)	3rd, 4th, and 5th rank holders	10% of tuition fees (Rs. 3,300 each)

For 1st year: Merit is determined by 50% weightage to 12th marks and 50% to the merit scholarship test conducted by the college.
For 2nd and 3rd year: Top 5 students based on previous year's examination results are eligible.
Students receiving any government scholarship or freeship are not eligible for the institutional merit scholarship.
Scholarship amounts received from the government must be deposited with the college within one week of receipt.
For detailed terms and conditions, refer to the official college website: www.cncvcw.edu.in.

CSIBER B.Sc. FTM FAQs

Q1. Is B.Sc. Food Technology at CNCVCW only for women students?

Ans. Yes, CNCVCW (College of Non-Conventional Vocational Courses for Women) is exclusively for women students. It is a constituent college under the CSIBER Trust, Kolhapur, and all programmes including B.Sc. FTM are open only to female candidates.

Q2. What is the difference between B.Sc. FTM at CNCVCW and a regular B.Sc. Food Science course?

Ans. B.Sc. FTM (Food Technology and Management) at CNCVCW is a specialized programme that combines food science and technology with management and entrepreneurship. It covers areas like dairy technology, food packaging, agri-business management, and industrial business management, in addition to core food science subjects. This makes it more industry-oriented compared to a standard B.Sc. Food Science programme.

Q3. What are the career options after completing B.Sc. Food Technology from CNCVCW?

Ans. Graduates can work as product development scientists, food microbiologists, food safety experts, quality assurance managers, food chemists, health and nutrition specialists, and food regulatory affairs specialists. Many graduates also pursue M.Sc. (Food Science and Nutrition) at the same campus or at other universities. Government jobs as Food Safety Officers (FSSAI) are also a popular career path.

Q4. Does the college provide hostel facilities? What are the charges?

Ans. Yes, CNCVCW has a separate, well-maintained girls' hostel on the 11-acre campus. The hostel provides facilities like a purifier, ironing, reading room, and mess. A qualified doctor is available 24x7 on call. Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the course fee. Students are advised to contact the college directly for current hostel charges.

Q5. Is there any entrance exam required for admission to B.Sc. FTM at CNCVCW?

Ans. There is no external entrance exam (like MHT-CET) required for B.Sc. FTM. The college conducts its own written entrance test and/or personal interview. Final selection is based on 50% weightage to 12th marks and 50% to the college entrance test/interview. Students need to apply through the Shivaji University portal and also register with the college.

Q6. What is the minimum attendance requirement, and what happens if a student fails?

Ans. A minimum of 80% attendance is mandatory to be eligible to fill the university examination form. Students who fail in not more than 4 heads of theory or practical examination in Part I (Sem I and II combined) are allowed to keep term for Part II under ATKT rules. The maximum time to complete the programme is 6 years from the date of joining.