The Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Dairy Technology) at Karnataka Veterinary Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), Bidar, Karnataka, is a two-year postgraduate programme offered through the Dairy Science College, Bangalore, a constituent college of KVAFSU. The curriculum covers advanced dairy processing, dairy plant engineering, and new dairy product development, combining advanced coursework, laboratory research, and a compulsory postgraduate project. Admission is through the NTA-ICAR All India Entrance Examination for Admission to Master’s Degree Programmes (AIEEA-PG), with total fees of INR 97,380 for the two-year programme.
📋 Admission Status: KVAFSU M.Tech Dairy 2026-27 admissions: ICAR AIEEA-PG 2026 application closed June 7, 2026; exam scheduled July 3, 2026 (exams.nta.nic.in/icar). Results expected August 2026 followed by KVAFSU counselling and document verification.
Key Points
- M.Tech (Dairy Technology) at KVAFSU is offered through the Dairy Science College, Bangalore, ICAR-accredited, making graduates eligible for ICAR JRF and NDRI research fellowships.
- Advanced curriculum in advanced dairy processing, dairy plant engineering, and new dairy product development includes mandatory research project and exposure to state-of-the-art pilot plant facilities at the Dairy Science College.
- Graduates qualify for faculty positions in ICAR-accredited dairy science colleges and for researcher roles at ICAR-NDRI Karnal, NDDB, and Karnataka state dairy federations.
KVAFSU Bidar M.Tech (Dairy Technology) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (indicative) | INR 48,690 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 97,380 |
- Verify the current fee schedule at kvafsu.edu.in before enrolment.
- Hostel accommodation charges are separate from tuition fees.
- Karnataka SC/ST and OBC-NCL students may apply for state scholarships.
KVAFSU Bidar M.Tech (Dairy Technology) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| ICAR AIEEA-PG Application End | June 7, 2026 (Closed); exams.nta.nic.in/icar |
| ICAR AIEEA-PG Exam Date | July 3, 2026; exams.nta.nic.in/icar |
| ICAR AIEEA-PG Result | August 2026 (Tentative) |
| KVAFSU Document Verification | October to November 2026 (Tentative) |
| Classes Commence | November 2026 (Tentative) |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| ICAR AIEEA-PG | June 7, 2026 (Closed) | July 3, 2026 | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- AIEEA-PG 2026 closed June 7; counselling follows after August result.
- Karnataka domicile of seven years required for state-quota seats.
- Bring AIEEA-PG rank card, B.Tech marks, and ID at verification.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.Tech (Dairy Technology) degree or equivalent from an ICAR-accredited institution with a minimum OGPA of 6.00 on a 10-point scale (or 60 percent aggregate); SC/ST/OBC-NCL candidates require a minimum OGPA of 5.50 (55 percent).
- A valid NTA-ICAR AIEEA-PG 2026 score card and rank card are compulsory. State-quota seats require Karnataka domicile for at least seven academic years up to the qualifying degree.
Admission Process
- Confirm eligibility: B.Tech Dairy Technology with minimum OGPA 6.00 and a valid ICAR AIEEA-PG score.
- Application to ICAR AIEEA-PG 2026 closed on June 7, 2026 (exams.nta.nic.in/icar); appear for the exam on July 3, 2026 and download the score card after result in August 2026.
- Monitor the KVAFSU seat matrix published after AIEEA-PG results; participate in online counselling using the valid AIEEA-PG rank.
- Attend document verification at KVAFSU (Dairy Science College, Bangalore) in October to November 2026 with B.Tech degree/mark sheets, AIEEA-PG score card, and caste/domicile certificates where applicable.
- Pay the first-year fee at the college cashier and complete enrolment to confirm the M.Tech seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- B.Tech Dairy graduates wanting advanced dairy processing expertise
- Interested in dairy plant design, product development, or operations
- Plan to work with NDDB, NDRI, or state cooperative dairy federations
- Want low-fee ICAR-accredited PG in Karnataka with research focus
✗ Skip if
- Not from a dairy technology or food technology background
- Need high-placement-rate private PG beyond dairy sector roles
- Want M.Tech in general food technology or mainstream engineering
KVAFSU Bidar M.Tech (Dairy Technology) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| ICAR-AIEEA-PG Junior Research Fellowship | As per ICAR norms | ICAR JRF qualifiers; icar.nta.nic.in |
| KVAFSU Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on OGPA; KVAFSU-affiliated postgraduate students |
| Karnataka SC/ST Scholarship | Full/partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka SC/ST domicile; state scholarship portal |
- ICAR JRF for AIEEA-PG toppers; check icar.nta.nic.in.
- Karnataka state scholarships apply after admission; karnataka.gov.in.
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