M.Tech. in Dairy Technology 

at Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Dairy Technology, Patna

Hi, 

The BTech Dairy Technology scope in India is quite promising, offering many opportunities across various sectors. Here's a breakdown of the key aspects:

Industry Growth:

• Leading Producer: India is the world's primary milk producer, accounting for over 22% of global production. This tells about the high demand for skilled dairy professionals in this sector.
• Economic Contributor: The dairy industry is one of a major contributor to India's GDP, employing millions of people, specifically in rural areas. 

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There are immense opportunities in India after completing Dairy Technology courses in various number of industries and companies, as shown in the table below:

Strong Salary Potential: Average starting salary ranges from INR 5 LPA - 7 LPA.

Note- The above information has been taken from external sources, and hence may vary.

Hi,

Yes, specializations are available within Dairy Technology field. Some of the common specialisations include:

1. Dairy Chemistry: Focusing on the chemical aspects of milk and dairy products.

2. Dairy Microbiology: Concentrating on the study of microorganisms in milk and their impact on dairy product quality and safety.

3. Dairy Processing: Emphasizing the engineering and technology involved in processing milk into various dairy products.

4. Dairy Management: Covering aspects of business and management related to the dairy industry.

These specializations allow students to delve deeper into specific areas of interest within the broader field of Dairy Technology.

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The Dairy Technology syllabus for a BTech degree includes some core and elective subjects. The core subjects are compulsory to study in every semester because they give foundational knowledge about the field. Though the subjects might vary from college to college, some general core subjects for B Tech Dairy Technology are given here:

• Milk Production Management & Dairy Development
• Fundamentals of Microbiology
• Physical Chemistry of Milk
• Traditional Dairy Products
• Fat Rich Dairy Products
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• Dairy Engineering
• Cheese Technology
• Packaging of Dairy Products
• Food Technology