ICT Mumbai B.Tech Oleo Chemicals And Surfactants Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The B.Tech in Oleo Chemicals and Surfactants Technology at ICT Mumbai is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the Department of Oils, Oleochemicals and Surfactants Technology, one of the oldest and most specialised departments in India, established in 1943. The programme covers the science and technology of edible oils, fats, waxes, oleochemicals, surfactants, soaps, detergents, cosmetics, and related industries, with a strong emphasis on laboratory work, in-plant training, industrial visits, and project work. The total fees for the programme is approximately Rs. 1.33 Lakhs for the entire 4-year duration (General category), with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 15,000 per year. The course has an intake of 18 seats and is admitted primarily through MHT CET, making it one of the most competitive specialised technology programmes in Maharashtra. The programme is popular for its niche focus, world-class research infrastructure, and strong alumni network in the oils, surfactants, and FMCG industries.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently upcoming. The MHT CET 2026 (PCM) exam is ongoing (April 11 to April 27, 2026), and CAP counselling for B.Tech admissions is expected to begin in late June/July 2026 after the MHT CET result is declared in June 2026.

Key Points

• One of the oldest and most specialised departments in India for oils and surfactants technology, established in 1943 at ICT Mumbai.
• The department has pioneered research in oil technology and maintains close industry ties with edible oil, surfactant, soap, cosmetics, and FMCG sectors.
• The curriculum is regularly updated to align with industry and international standards, covering theory, practicals, seminars, in-plant training, and project work.
• Nearly 30% of undergraduate students from this department pursue higher education at top universities abroad (Columbia, Virginia Tech, University of Waterloo, etc.).
• The department is equipped with advanced research instruments including HPLC, HPTLC, Gas Chromatographs, Short Path Distillation Unit, Toilet Soap Plant, Refining Plant, and more.
• Students are generally placed before the completion of their degree, with core recruiters from edible oils, surfactants, cosmetics, perfumery, and paints industries.

ICT B.Tech Oleo chemicals and Surfactants Technology Fees

Fee Structure

• The tuition fee for General (Open) category students is Rs. 15,000 per year; for OBC category students, the total fees is approximately Rs. 73,350 for the entire course.
• SC/ST and other reserved category students from Maharashtra are eligible for full tuition fee waiver under government scholarship schemes (MAHADBT).
• Library Deposit of Rs. 5,000 is a one-time refundable deposit, returned at the end of the course upon clearance.
• Hostel accommodation is not guaranteed to all students; it is allotted on merit and preference is given to outstation students.
• Hostel fees mentioned are as per the last published rates and may be revised.
• Mess charges are approximately Rs. 1,800 per month (paid separately by hostel residents).
• A mess deposit of Rs. 5,000 is required at the time of joining, which is refundable at the end of stay.
• No EMI options are officially available; fees are paid at the time of admission as per the schedule notified by DTE Maharashtra for CAP admissions.

ICT B.Tech Oleo chemicals and Surfactants Technology Admission 2026

ICT Mumbai B.Tech Admission Dates 2026-27 (CAP Counselling)

MHT CET 2026 Exam Dates (Primary Entrance Exam for this Course)

• JEE Main 2026 scores are also accepted for admission to ICT Mumbai B.Tech programmes for candidates from outside Maharashtra (All India seats).
• JEE Main 2026 Session 2 was held from April 2 to April 9, 2026, and results were declared on April 20, 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed 10+2 (HSC) or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks in PCM at HSC level (45% for reserved category candidates from Maharashtra).
• Must have a valid MHT CET 2026 score (for Maharashtra State candidates) or JEE Main 2026 score (for All India / Outside Maharashtra candidates).

Admission Process

• Appear for MHT CET 2026 (PCM group) or JEE Main 2026.
• Register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal (cetcell.mahacet.org) and upload required documents.
• Participate in online document verification and confirmation.
• Fill option form during CAP rounds and accept seat allotment.
• Report to ICT Mumbai with original documents and pay fees within the stipulated deadline.
• For All India seats, candidates must apply separately through ICT Mumbai's admission portal.

ICT B.Tech Oleo chemicals and Surfactants Technology Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• MAHADBT scholarships must be applied for online at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in.
• The last date for application is typically notified by the institute at the start of each academic year.
• Asian Paints and other private scholarships require a separate application process; students are notified by the institute.
• The ICT Alumni Association also provides interest-free loans to students in financial need, which are separate from scholarships.
• Reserved category students (SC/ST) from Maharashtra effectively pay a nominal fee of Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 15,000 per year after government scholarship deductions.