NSHM Durgapur M.Sc Dietetics FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Dietetics at NSHM Durgapur?
Ans. The total fee for M.Sc in Dietetics and Nutrition at NSHM Durgapur is INR 22,500 for the two-year programme. Hostel accommodation and transport charges are payable separately. The fee structure is very affordable compared to similar postgraduate programmes. Confirm the current fee with NSHM Durgapur admissions before applying, as fees may be updated for 2026-27.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Dietetics at NSHM Durgapur?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Home Science, Food Science, Biochemistry, or a related life science from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks. Graduates from B.Sc Nutrition and Dietetics, B.Sc Home Science, and B.Sc Biochemistry are commonly eligible. Admission is merit-based as per NSHM and MAKAUT norms.
Ques. What subjects does M.Sc Dietetics cover at NSHM Durgapur?
Ans. The M.Sc Dietetics and Nutrition programme covers clinical nutrition, therapeutic diets for disease management, community nutrition, food science and food safety, sports nutrition, nutritional biochemistry, public health nutrition, and research methodology. Students complete a research dissertation and clinical dietetics internship during the two-year programme at NSHM Durgapur.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Dietetics from NSHM?
Ans. M.Sc Dietetics graduates can work as clinical dietitians, community nutritionists, sports nutritionists, food and nutrition consultants, diet counsellors, and public health nutritionists in hospitals, fitness centres, food companies, public health organisations, and government nutrition programmes. The growing wellness and healthcare industry offers increasing demand for qualified nutrition specialists.
Ques. Which university awards the M.Sc Dietetics degree at NSHM?
Ans. The M.Sc Dietetics and Nutrition degree is awarded by MAKAUT (Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology), West Bengal. NSHM holds NAAC Grade B accreditation. The MAKAUT postgraduate degree in dietetics is recognised by hospitals, healthcare institutions, and nutrition organisations across India for clinical and community dietitian roles.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for M.Sc Dietetics at NSHM Durgapur?
Ans. Admission to M.Sc Dietetics and Nutrition at NSHM is merit-based on the UG degree performance with no separate entrance exam required. Shortlisting is based on Bachelor’s degree marks and an interview at NSHM Durgapur. Contact NSHM directly for the current selection process and seat availability for 2026-27.







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