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M.Sc - Dairy Technology

The objective of diary technology is to deal in all methods related to this right from handling milk production to its processing, storage and its physical distribution. The principles of engineering are implemented in this technology.

Now there are quiet good number of institutions and agricultural colleges offering M.Sc. Dairy Technology Course.

Eligibility Criteria for Admission in M.Sc. Dairy Technology Course

Conventionally diary technology was a component of veterinary courses. Though these courses are still available in the same manner, but now there is a separate course of Dairy Technology too.

  • You must have cleared 10+2 exam with Chemistry, Physics, Maths and English/Physics and Biology/Agriculture from a recognized school or educational institution.
  • You must have secured at least 50% marks in aggregate.
  • You must have done B.Tech or B.Sc in Diary Technology.

Duration and Admission Process to M.Sc. Dairy Technology Course

The course is of 2 years duration. Generally, admission to the course in most of the colleges is made on the basis of an All India Entrance Exam in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. However, an entrance exam can be conducted by the university or college independently too.

Personal Skills

  • You need to have scientific temper and will to work hard.
  • Career in this field asks for commitment and a questioning mind.
  • You should be ready to move to remote areas which might be away from the comfort of the city.

Career Prospects

The demand for good qualified and trained personnel is on high these days in diary plants. You can take the job of equipment design and fabrication or execution of project. In addition, you can also take consultancy job and conduct advanced research in the field.