HRIT University Ghaziabad Diploma Food Production: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Graduates of the Diploma in Food Production from HRIT University can work as commis chefs, kitchen supervisors, production cooks, pastry assistants, and food processing technicians in hotels, resorts, catering companies, airline caterers, institutional kitchens, and food manufacturing units. The Delhi-NCR region hosts a large number of five-star hotels, QSR chains, and corporate canteen operators, providing ample entry-level opportunities for diploma holders with practical kitchen training.

Ans. The Diploma in Food Production at HRIT University covers core culinary skills including cooking methods such as braising, roasting, grilling, and baking, continental and Indian cuisine preparation, bakery and confectionery basics, kitchen hygiene, HACCP food safety protocols, kitchen equipment handling, and cost control principles. Students receive hands-on training in the university’s food production labs, covering both hot and cold kitchen operations, which are essential for entry-level roles in professional kitchens.

Ans. Yes, Diploma in Food Production holders may be eligible for lateral entry into the second year of bachelor-level hotel management or culinary degree programmes at various institutions, including BHMCT programmes, subject to each institution’s lateral entry eligibility criteria. At HRIT University itself, students can explore progression pathways into the BHMCT or B.Sc Hotel and Hospitality Administration programmes. Students should verify lateral entry seat availability and eligibility norms with the respective institution before applying.

Ans. No, JEECUP (Joint Entrance Examination Council, Uttar Pradesh) governs polytechnic and technical education diplomas in UP. The Diploma in Food Production at HRIT University is a hospitality programme and falls outside the JEECUP category. Admission is merit-based through the HRIT National Aptitude Test (HNAT) or direct assessment at the university. Students can apply directly through the HRIT University portal at hrituniversity.edu.in before the last date of September 10, 2026.

Ans. The total fee for the Diploma in Food Production at HRIT University is INR 67,500, paid over three semesters. Year 1 (Semesters 1 and 2) is INR 45,000, and Semester 3, which covers the final 0.5 year, is INR 22,500. Fees are payable at the start of each academic period. Students are advised to contact the HRIT University finance office for available payment instalment plans or education loan tie-ups before the September 2026 session begins.

Ans. HRIT University provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students on the Ghaziabad campus. Hostel charges are not included in the diploma fee of INR 67,500 and are payable separately per the current hostel fee schedule. Students from outside Ghaziabad or Delhi-NCR who wish to stay on campus should contact the HRIT University admissions office or check hrituniversity.edu.in for hostel seat availability and charges for the 2026-27 academic session.