CSJMU M.Sc Food Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology at CSJMU is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered under the School of Advanced Agriculture Sciences and Technology (SAAST), established in 2022. The programme follows the ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) syllabus and has a seat intake of 40. The annual fee is Rs. 44,200 in the first year and Rs. 45,600 in the second year, making the total course fee Rs. 89,800. The programme is offered on the university's 264-acre campus in Kalyanpur, Kanpur. Admission is merit-based, drawing from graduates in Food Technology, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Home Science, and allied disciplines. CSJMU is a NAAC A++ graded, UGC Category-I university, and SAAST has active MOUs with ICAR-ATARI Kanpur, IIT Kanpur, CSAUA&T Kanpur, and ICAR-IIPR Kanpur, providing strong research and industry linkages for students.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected to open in April-May 2026, based on the 2025-26 cycle (application start: April 11, 2025; last date: June 1, 2025). The batch typically commences in July-August. As of April 2026, the 2026-27 admission portal is live at csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/ and candidates should check for specific dates for this programme.

Key Points

• The programme is based on the ICAR 5th Dean Committee's Report syllabus, ensuring alignment with national agricultural education standards.
• SAAST has MOUs with ICAR-ATARI Kanpur, IIT Kanpur, CSAUA&T Kanpur, and ICAR-IIPR Kanpur for research collaboration and student exposure.
• Students get hands-on training in food processing, food quality analysis, food safety, and food product development through well-equipped labs.
• The programme covers food chemistry, food microbiology, food engineering, food packaging, food laws and regulations, and nutraceuticals.
• Graduates are eligible for ICAR-JRF/SRF fellowships and can pursue PhD in Food Science and Technology.
• The school is relatively new (established 2022) but benefits from CSJMU's established infrastructure and research ecosystem.

CSJMU M.Sc Fees

Programme and Library Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional - Not Mandatory)

• The fee structure is as per the official CSJMU SAAST department page (csjmu.ac.in/departments/school-of-advanced-agriculture-sciences-and-technology/).
• Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the Total Course Fee.
• Mess/food charges are separate.
• No EMI facility is officially mentioned; fee is paid at the time of admission/semester commencement.
• There are no refundable security deposits specifically mentioned for this programme in official sources.

CSJMU M.Sc Admission 2026

CSJMU M.Sc. Food Science and Technology Admission Dates (2026-27 Session)

Relevant Entrance Exams for M.Sc. Food Science and Technology

• The 2026-27 admission portal is live at csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/.
• Specific dates for M.Sc.
• Food Science and Technology are yet to be announced.
• Candidates should regularly check the official website and contact the admission coordinator Dr.
• Sudhir Kumar (8840224961).
• Admission to M.Sc.
• Food Science and Technology at CSJMU is primarily merit-based (qualifying degree marks).
• There is no separate entrance exam conducted by CSJMU for this programme.
• ICAR AIEEA (PG) is a national-level exam for ICAR-funded seats at agricultural universities; CSJMU may consider ICAR scores for merit ranking.
• Candidates should confirm the exact admission criteria with the department at the time of application.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Sc. in Food Technology, Biology, Mathematics, Home Science, Agriculture, Food Processing and Management, or allied subjects from a recognised university.
• B.Tech. in Food Technology, Food Processing, or Food Engineering from a recognised university.
• B.Voc. in Food Processing and Management from a recognised institution.
• Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying degree (45% for SC/ST/differently-abled candidates).

Admission Process

• Register online at the CSJMU admission portal (csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627/).
• Submit application form with required documents and application fee.
• Merit list is prepared based on qualifying degree marks.
• Selected candidates must complete document verification and fee payment within the stipulated date to confirm admission.
• Contact Dr. Sudhir Kumar (8840224961) for programme-specific queries.

CSJMU M.Sc Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• UP Post-Matric Scholarships are applied online at scholarship.up.gov.in.
• The 2026-27 window is expected to open in July-August 2026.
• Only students originally belonging to Uttar Pradesh are eligible for UP state scholarships.
• The ICAR-JRF fellowship is available to students who qualify ICAR AIEEA (PG) and are admitted to ICAR-funded seats; CSJMU students may apply if ICAR scores are accepted.
• Students must get their scholarship application verified by CSJMU before the deadline.