Maya Devi University (MDU), Dehradun, Uttarakhand, offers the Bachelor of Vocational Studies (B.Voc) in Food Processing & Management through its School of Skill Development and Vocational Studies, Faculty of Agriculture and Applied Sciences. The three-year full-time vocational undergraduate programme equips students with practical and theoretical knowledge in food processing techniques, food preservation and packaging, food safety and quality control, FSSAI compliance, food product development, supply chain management, food labelling standards, cold chain logistics, and food industry operations. Admission is through MDUCET or CUET-UG; candidates with Class 12 from any stream and a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks are eligible. The total programme fee is INR 1,88,500 for the three-year duration. Graduates are industry-ready for careers in food processing, food manufacturing, and agri-food business.
Admissions for 2026-27 are in progress; MDUCET and CUET-UG 2026 were conducted in April to May 2026. Counselling and document verification are scheduled for June to July 2026 at the Selaqui campus.
Key Points
- MDU offers B.Voc Food Processing & Management as a three-year full-time vocational undergraduate programme recognised by UGC; it integrates industry-aligned skill training with academic learning.
- The programme is delivered by the School of Skill Development and Vocational Studies, providing hands-on training in food processing techniques and food preservation and packaging.
- Total programme fee is INR 1,88,500 for the three-year duration (INR 50,000 per year tuition plus annual charges and one-time fees); hostel charges are separate.
MDU B.Voc Food Processing & Management Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year) | INR 50,000 |
| Annual Other Charges (examination, ERP, library) | INR 7,000 |
| One-Time Registration Fee | INR 1,500 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | INR 16,000 |
| Total Fees (3-Year Programme) | INR 1,88,500 |
- Annual tuition of INR 50,000 is payable each year for three years; total tuition over the programme is INR 1,50,000.
- Other annual charges of INR 7,000 per year cover examination, ERP, and library fees; total over three years is INR 21,000.
- One-time charges of INR 17,500 (INR 1,500 registration and INR 16,000 admission fee) are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from academic fees; optional on-campus accommodation is available at the Selaqui campus in Dehradun.
MDU B.Voc Food Processing & Management Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Opens | February 2026 |
| Application Deadline | April 2026 |
| MDUCET / CUET-UG | April to May 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | May to June 2026 |
| Counselling and Document Verification | June to July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| MDUCET 2026 | April 12, 2026 | April 13, 2026 | April 15, 2026 |
| CUET-UG 2026 | February 26, 2026 | May 11 to 31, 2026 | June 14, 2026 |
- Admission to B.Voc programmes at MDU is merit-based through MDUCET or CUET-UG; candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks.
- B.Voc Food Processing and Management is open to candidates from any Class 12 stream; students with a background in Agriculture, Biology, Home Science, or Food Technology have a foundational advantage.
- Counselling and document verification are conducted at the Selaqui campus; candidates must carry original Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, transfer certificate, and character certificate.
- All schedules including merit lists, counselling dates, and seat matrix are published on the official university website (maya.edu.in) and the admission portal (admission.maya.edu.in).
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed Class 12 or Higher Secondary examination from a recognised board with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks. B.Voc Food Processing and Management is open to candidates from any Class 12 stream; students with a background in Agriculture, Biology, Home Science, or Food Technology have a foundational advantage.
- No specific Class 12 subject is mandatory; candidates from Science, Commerce, and Arts streams are equally eligible for B.Voc admission.
- Entrance examination: MDUCET (university-level entrance test) or CUET-UG. Admission is merit-based on entrance score combined with Class 12 aggregate.
- Candidates currently appearing in Class 12 examinations may apply provisionally; admission is confirmed on submission of the final mark sheet meeting the minimum eligibility.
Admission Process
- Visit the admission portal at admission.maya.edu.in and register; fill the B.Voc Food Processing & Management application form with Class 12 details and upload mark sheets.
- Pay the application processing fee and submit before the April 2026 deadline; upload copies of Class 12 mark sheets and entrance examination score card.
- Merit lists based on entrance score and Class 12 aggregate are published on maya.edu.in; shortlisted candidates receive offer letters with admission instructions.
- Attend counselling and document verification at the Selaqui campus in June to July 2026; carry original Class 12 mark sheets, pass certificate, transfer certificate, and character certificate.
- Complete fee payment at the accounts section or through the online payment gateway to confirm enrolment. Classes for the 2026-27 academic year commence in August 2026.
MDU B.Voc Food Processing & Management Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MDU Merit Scholarship | Up to 50% of tuition fee | Based on MDUCET score; candidates scoring 95 percentile and above receive maximum scholarship |
| CUET-UG Merit Scholarship | 30 to 50% of tuition fee | Candidates admitted on the basis of CUET-UG scores |
| Girl Child Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | All female students at MDU; automatically applied at the time of admission |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | Tuition and maintenance support | SC/ST candidates; family income below INR 2,50,000; apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship | 10% of tuition fee | Children or dependents of serving or retired defence/paramilitary personnel |
| Uttarakhand Domicile Scholarship | 25% of tuition fee | Students who are domicile of Uttarakhand under Uttarakhand Private Universities Act |
- Merit scholarships are contingent on maintaining a minimum of 80 percent attendance per semester and clearing all semester examinations without backlogs on the first attempt.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) typically from August to November each year.
- Uttarakhand domicile students receive a 25 percent tuition scholarship under the Uttarakhand Private Universities Act; this is applied directly at the time of admission.
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