The B.Tech in Dairy Technology at West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, located in Belgachia, Kolkata, is a prominent course recognized nationally, ranking 6th in India. Admission typically requires a rank under 15,000 in the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination. The course is government-funded, resulting in affordable fees: Rs 12,000 initially (including a Rs 2,000 caution deposit), with semester fees of Rs 6,000 for hostel students and Rs 3,000 for day scholars.
Hostel students receive free lodging but pay Rs 1,500 monthly for food. The total cost for day scholars over four years is approximately Rs 29,680. The program spans eight semesters over four years, with 16 exams and significant hands-on training. Students undertake three internships, including a six-month In-Plant Training in the final year, with stipends ranging from INR 8,000 to 20,000 monthly. Nearly 100% of students secure placements with annual packages between INR 3 to 10 LPA, with recruiters such as Amul, Mother Dairy, ITC, and TCS.
Common job roles include Dairy Technologist and Quality Control Officer. The institution, accredited by ICAR, offers robust faculty support, with a 13:2 faculty-to-student ratio and notable faculty members like Sukumar De and Dr. Surajit Mondal. The college provides numerous scholarships, such as the Swami Vivekananda Merit Cum Means (up to Rs 60,000) and the Oasis Scholarship (up to Rs 20,000) for disadvantaged groups. These financial aids, along with a canteen subsidy and summer internship scholarships, ensure accessibility for financially disadvantaged students.
The course prepares students for successful careers in the dairy industry, with many opting for higher studies like M.Tech or MBA programs.
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