IUST M.Tech Food Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for M.Tech Food Technology at IUST is ₹1,48,200 for the two-year programme, comprising ₹36,000 tuition per semester (₹1,44,000 for four semesters), a one-time admission fee of ₹2,200, and a refundable security deposit of ₹2,000. GATE qualified students who receive the AICTE PG Scholarship of ₹12,400 per month can effectively offset the full tuition over two years.

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Tech in Food Technology or an allied engineering discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks. A valid GATE score in the Food Technology paper (XE-G) is required. Admission is merit-based through centralised counselling at IUST.

Ans. The programme covers advanced food processing engineering, food biotechnology, food safety and quality management systems, preservation technology, novel food packaging, nutraceuticals, and food product development. A research project or thesis is required in the second year, often aligned with regional agri-processing challenges.

Ans. Graduates can pursue R&D roles in food companies, positions in quality assurance and regulatory compliance, and roles in government bodies such as FSSAI and agri-processing export agencies. Academic positions as assistant professors in food technology departments are open to M.Tech holders. PhD admission at IUST and other universities is also an option.

Ans. Yes, the GATE paper for Food Technology is XE (Engineering Sciences) Section G, which covers food chemistry, food microbiology, food processing, and engineering operations. Candidates targeting M.Tech Food Technology should specifically attempt the XE-G section in GATE. The GATE 2026 exam was conducted in February 2026, with results in March 2026.