BSc Food Science and Technology
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Eligibility
A minimum of 50% or 5.0 CGPA in Intermediate or 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology or equivalent from a recognized Central / State Board or its equivalent and Qualified in GAT.
Scope of the Programme
Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology programme can explore a wide range of exciting career paths in the ever-evolving food industry. They gain the expertise to understand and contribute to the technological advancements in food production and manufacturing.
Beyond traditional roles, graduates with a BSc in Food Science and Technology are increasingly sought after in food journalism and food styling and photography. The food science industry is constantly evolving, offering new and exciting opportunities for graduates with a strong foundation in this dynamic field.
Key Highlights
Application Domain Experience of Faculty
- Nutraceuticals and Functional Food
- Bioprocess Technology
- Food Processing Technology
- Micro Biology
- Nutrition
- Biotechnology
Centres of Excellence & Infrastructure
- Central Research Laboratory
Research Centre
- MURTI Multidisciplinary Research
Liberal Education Model
24 credits can be earned across different Schools:
- Architecture
- Business
- Physiotherapy
- Law
- Engineering
- Humanities
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- ICRISAT Hyderabad
- Uttarakhand University
- Dodla Dairy Pvt Ltd
- Parul University
Venture Development Centre
- Mandatory 2-credit venture development course
- Transcending disciplinary boundaries
- Hands-on learning
- Innovative product creation with business potential
Syllabus
Under the guidance of esteemed academic leaders from renowned institutions such as the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), and other premier institutions, our curriculum is designed to be industry-oriented, research-based, and foster entrepreneurial thinking.
Standard track course offerings
- Food and Nutrition
- Food Chemistry
- Functional Food
- Food Microbiology
- Technology of Plant and Animal food
- Food Engineering
Specialisation course bundles offered
- Food Packaging
- Food Regulations and Standards
- Food Safety
- Sensory Science
- Food Regulations and Standards
Key topics covered
- Food chemistry ,Microbiology and food Analysis
- Food and Nutrition , Technology of foods
- Sanitation, Hygiene, Packing, and Preservation
- Food Quality Control
- Fermentation Technology
- Applied psychology
- Food Engineering
Career Options
As the global demand for safe, nutritious, and sustainable food continues to grow, professionals with a BSc in Food Science and Technology are increasingly sought after. Experts in this field play a crucial role in ensuring food quality, safety, and innovation across various industries, including food processing, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals.
With a population of 1.4 billion people, India boasts one of the world's largest food industries, driven by its large population and diverse food preferences. The Indian food processing market is estimated to reach a substantial value of $535 billion by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 15.2%.
Are you ready to contribute to the future of food security, safety, and innovation?
Here are some exciting career paths to consider:
- Food Technologist
- Quality control officer
- Technical brewer
- Food production manager
- Food purchasing manager
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Dr. Yeluripati Jagadeesh Babu
Senior Scientist
Ms. Nalanda
FST
Mr. Gowtham
Ph.D. student
Ms. Bidya Rani Mohanty
M.Sc. Microbiology R&D
Ms. Kavya Srivastava
M.Sc. Microbiology QA Manager
Dr. V. Ravi Raju
Assistant Professor
Dr B. Sai Kumar
Head
Dr MVVN Murali Krishna
Manager
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
P. Lakshmi Parimala
Senior Analyst
T. Solomon
Research Scholar
Jayanta Kumar Pal
Data Scientist
P. Lakshmi Parimala
Senior Analyst
T. Solomon
Research Scholar
Jayanta Kumar Pal
Data Scientist
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
B.Sc. Food Science and Technology
1st Year
₹1,10,200
2nd Year
₹1,15,700
3rd Year
₹1,21,400
Scholarships
Merit-Based Scholarships
The scholarship from GAT/National/State Entrance Tests applies only in the first year. To continue receiving it in subsequent years, a minimum CGPA of 8.0 must be maintained.
Apart from the above, the following scholarships are also offered to eligible students.
- Employee Children Scholarships: (60%, 40%, and 20%)
- Loyalty Scholarships: (10% for Any alumni returning to do higher studies/Children of Alumni/Real siblings (Not applicable to step siblings or cousins)/Children of retired employees of GITAM/Spouse of GITAM employees).
- Sports Scholarships: (100%, 75%, 50%, 25% and 15%)
Need-Based Scholarships
- To be eligible for the need-based scholarship, the combined income of both parents/guardians of the eligible student/If the student is married, the combined income of the family, i.e., the student's and spouse's income, must be less than 8.00 LPA.
- The candidates admitted through merit scholarship in the slabs of 75%, 60%, 40%, 25%,and 15%, and the parents/guardians combined income is less than the prescribed limits are eligible for the additional need-based scholarship.
| Scholarship % | Upgraded Scholarship % |
|---|---|
| 75% | 100% |
| 60% | 75% |
| 40% | 60% |
| 25% | 40% |
| 15% | 25% |
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food fees.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Aggregate Score | JEE(Main) 2025 Percentile | AP EAPCET / TS EAPCET 2025 Rank | CUET (UG) 2025 Domain Test Marks | NEET(UG) 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 85 - 100 | >=90.00 | 1-8000 | >=180 | 1-200000 |
| 75 | 80 - 84.99 | 85-89.99 | 8001-10000 | 170-179 | 200001-400000 | |
| 60 | 75 - 79.99 | 80-84.99 | 10001-12000 | 160-169 | 400001-500000 | |
| 40 | 70 - 74.99 | 75-79.99 | 12001-15000 | 150-159 | 500001-600000 | |
| 25 | 65 - 69.99 | 70-74.99 | 15001-25000 | 130-149 | 600001-800000 | |
| 15 | 60 - 64.99 | 60-69.99 | 25001-40000 | 110-129 | 800001-1200000 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
