Lady Irwin College B.Sc {Hons.} Food Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the college is merit-based, with students being admitted according to specific cutoff marks. The reviewer was admitted during the third cutoff phase. Faculty qualification is mostly high, with proactive departmental leadership that organizes seminars and programs, although a few teachers lack focus on students. The college charges a one-time admission fee, with the annual course fee being Rs. 29,000, and an additional Rs. 3,000 examination fee in the first year.

The Department of Food and Nutrition boasts a 100% placement rate for its first B.Tech in Food Technology batch with placements in companies like Nestle and Sudha Dairy. Despite lacking a formal placement cell, the department head and faculty help facilitate placements. Postgraduates secure roles in various sectors, while undergraduates often pursue higher education, sometimes leading to positions in esteemed institutions. Internship opportunities exist, with companies such as Britannia and Mother Dairy, though these are often found through personal networks.

The alumni network is robust, and faculty members assist in securing internships. Scholarships are available based on academic merit and family income, targeting financially needy students. Course fees vary, with figures like Rs. 76,000 for the whole course or Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 annually mentioned. While scholarships and financial assistance are available, the fee, ranging from Rs. 26,000 to Rs. 30,000 annually, is considered high for low-income students but affordable compared to other colleges.