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

Admission to the Centre of Food Technology requires an entrance test for candidates with a B.Sc degree, where chemistry is a major or secondary subject. The process starts in March-April, with the entrance exam in late May. The program, especially the MSc in Food Technology, is popular for its NABL accredited lab, experienced faculty, and moderate fees. The faculty mostly holds PhDs, with some subjects taught by research scholars. The curriculum incorporates summer training, seminars, and industrial visits.

Courses run five days a week, with multiple lectures and practical sessions. Fees for the MSc course are Rs. 27,000 per semester for Merit seats and Rs. 35,000 for Paid seats, plus a Rs. 5,000 refundable security deposit. The four-semester program totals around Rs. 120,000. Placement varies by department, with major companies like Parle and Amuk recruiting from the Food Technology department. The highest package is about 6 LPA, with an average of 3 LPA.

Placements are between 35% to 75%, relying heavily on alumni networks. Internships in companies like Coca-Cola and Pepsi provide practical experience and stipends from 10,000 to 15,000 INR. Scholarships are mainly for financially weak students, with local and national options available. No college-specific scholarships are offered. The B.Sc. Food Technology program costs Rs. 30,000 per semester, while MSc is Rs. 35,000 per semester, plus additional fees for the first semester. Opportunities exist in companies like Dabur, Patanjali, Amul, Nestle, and government sectors.

UP students can apply for the UP scholarship.