M.Tech. Food Processing Technology
The 2-year M.Tech. Food Processing Technology programme is designed to develop professionals who can apply mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to address challenges in the food processing industry. This programme aims to produce self-reliant individuals capable of conceiving novel solutions and leveraging technology to create industrial and enterprise solutions for overcoming food processing challenges.
The programme covers a wide range of topics, including:
- Engineering properties of food materials
- Food process engineering
- Food processing and microbiology
- Process equipment design
- Advances in food engineering
Additionally, graduates will gain proficiency in modern tools and technologies to design comprehensive solutions for the food processing industry. The curriculum also includes business analytics, operations research, and effective communication skills to build a holistic skill set for a successful career.
Eligibility
A minimum of 50% or 5.0 CGPA aggregate marks in B.E./B.Tech./AMIE in Food Technology / Biotechnology / Chemical Engineering / Bachelor of Pharmacy / M.Sc. in Food Science / M.Sc. in Chemistry or its equivalent from a recognized Central / State University or its equivalent and Qualified in GAT.
Scope of the Programme
Graduates of the M.Tech. Food Processing Technology programme will acquire the knowledge and skills to apply biotechnology and biochemical engineering principles to food processing. They will be equipped to develop products with improved characteristics, contributing to increased farmer income, improved human health, and reduced environmental impact. Graduates will also be prepared to conduct research in food processing and pursue entrepreneurial ventures in the field.
Key Highlights
Centre of Excellence & Infrastructure
Access to state-of-the-art Food Processing Technology Lab in collaboration with MOFPI.
Research Centre
Students will engage in multidisciplinary research with opportunities for high-impact journal publications and participation in research and consultancy projects.
Industry & Academic Collaborations:
Collaborations with organizations such as UNIQUE Biotech and Prathista Industries.
Venture Development Centre
A mandatory venture development course that transcends disciplinary boundaries and encourages innovation.
Research Projects
Dr. I. Sarat Babu and the team have been granted Rs 3.65 Crore for a project aimed at uplifting the socio-economic status of the tribal population through the establishment of Science Technology and Innovation Hubs.
Syllabus
The curriculum is guided by experts various companies, and academic leaders from IITs, NITs, and other premier institutions. Key topics include:
- Engineering properties of food materials
- Food process engineering
- Food processing and microbiology
- Process equipment design
- Advances in food engineering
Career Options
The integration of advanced technologies into the food industry has opened a vast array of career opportunities for graduates with a Master of Technology in Food Processing Technology. With innovations in food safety, packaging, and sustainability becoming crucial in industries like agriculture, food production, and retail, professionals in food processing technology are in high demand.
Graduates can pursue roles such as Food Process Engineer, where they will design and optimise processing techniques, or Quality Assurance Specialist, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and improving product quality.
India's food processing sector is projected to grow from US$ 866 billion in 2022 to US$ 1,274 billion by 2027, driven by rising disposable incomes and urbanisation.
(Source: IBEF)
Graduates of this programme can pursue various career paths, including:
- Food Technologist
- Nutritionist
- Food Production Engineer
- Quality Analyst
- Food Inspector
- Beverage Technologist
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Applied Education
Notable Alumni
Dr . Rajendra Pamula
Professor, Department of CSE
Sri. Mallavarapu Surya Teja
I.A.S
Indrakanti Raghuma
Scientist F
K.Narendra
Vice President
Srinivas Iragavarapu
Sr. SDM, Amazon Code Whisperer
Rajanala Hari Hara Kumar
Software Developer
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
Viswa Teju Colluru
CEO and Founder
Kalyan Nallaparaju
Associate Director
Eswar Sunil Kumar
VP & Head of India Operations
Prashant Ganji
Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development
Aravind kshatri
Senior Scientist
Dr. Sushmitha Sundar
Head (Life Sciences) RICH,
Rajesh Chitta
Senior Technology Manager
T.Srinivasan
Registrar
Dr K D D Srikanth
Adjunct faculty
Lakshmi Prasad
Deputy Manager
Nirmal Kumar
Manager
Gangadhar
Deputy Manager
Dr. Manideep Tummalapudi
Assistant Professor , Construction Management
M.Praveen Kumar
IES
KNV Siva Kumar
Assistant Vice President
Dhiraj Varma
Entrepreneur, Director - Technical & Operations
Niranjan Reddy Renati
Grad Year: 2002, Vice President / Country Head at Olam Group, Thailand
Sindhura Polasana Palli
Grad Year: 2002, Sr. Director - Marketing - Keurig Dr Pepper
Maurya Chandra Pydah
Grad Year: 2004, Associate Director at Greenko Group
Krishna Devareyalu Lavu
Grad Year: 2004, MP - TDP, Andhra Pradesh, India
Adarsh Atluri
Grad Year: 2006, Director - Harmony Ventures, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Srinivasa Raju Namburi
Grad Year: 2006, CEO & Co-founder - BridgeThings Hyderabad, India
Amaranath Dabbara
Grad Year: 1990, Group Software Engineering Manager - Qualtrics, Seattle , USA Greater Seattle Area
Bharath Satti
Grad Year: 1999, Chief Architect, Director R&D - Plymouth Rock Assurance, Greater Boston
Narasimha Bhogavalli
Grad Year: 1990, Director - Tekdynamics Inc, Irving, United States
Vaibhav Sisinty
Grad Year: 2015, CEO - Growth School, Bengaluru, India
Mr. G Srinivasa Rao,
Vice President
Mr. B Raghu Kiran
IRS
Prof. G Sasibhushana
Professor
Mr. D Ashok
Senior Physical Design Engineer
Mr. Murali P
VP Engineering - VLSI
Ms. B V Srilekha
Analog Design Engineer
Dr. Edwin Vijay Kumar
AGM
Dr K V Srinivas
Scientist C
Narasimha Eswara Sarma Munukutla
SCADA Specialist/Principal Engineer
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Vasupalli Ganesh Kumar
EX. MLA, VIZAG SOUTH
TLN Sharma
Designation: Software Group Manager Current Organisation: Schaeffler AG, USA
Vijay Rudra Raju
Associate Director Ericcson
B.SREENIVASA REDDY
Scientist H ADA-DRDO, Bengaluru
B.Raghu Kiran
IRS, Joint Commissioner, GST-Hyderabad
Shekhar Movva
Founder and CEO
Dr. Vidya kumari
Associate Professor
Mr. Anand Stanley
President
Smt. V. Shanti
Scientist-F
Prof. P.V.G.D. Prasad Reddy
Former Vice Chancellor
Mr. Partha Datta
Head, Engineering, Design
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
M.Tech. Food Processing Technology
1st Year
₹ 1,21,800
2nd Year
₹ 1,27,800
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 charges.
| Year | Scholarship % | GAT 2025 Score | GATE 2025 Respective Test Score * | AP / TS PGECET | CUET (PG) 2025 Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 100 | 141 - 200 | 900 – 1000 | 1-10 | >=285 |
| 75 | 131 - 140 | 800 - 899 | 11 - 25 | 275 - 284 | |
| 60 | 121 - 130 | 700 - 799 | 26 - 100 | 250 - 274 | |
| 40 | 111 - 120 | 600 - 699 | 101- 200 | 225 - 249 | |
| 25 | 101 - 110 | 500 - 599 | 201 - 300 | 200 - 224 | |
| 15 | 86 - 100 | 400 - 499 | 301 - 500 | 180 - 199 |
Note: Terms & Conditions Applied
*To be eligible for the scholarship, candidates must qualify in GATE 2025
