Updated on Mar 26, 2025 03:29 IST
Akansha Bisht

Akansha BishtSenior Executive

Food Technology jobs in India can turn out to be extremely rewarding with the growing demand in the Food Manufacturing and Processing, Retail, Quality Control, Hospitality, and Research and Development sectors. The scope of the Food Technology jobs for freshers looks very promising with the increasing demand for food products with high nutritional value, especially plant-based products and dairy, digital food management via lab-grown food, and a shift towards sustainable food packaging.

Food Technology jobs options are Food Technologist, Food Inspector, Biochemist, Regulatory Affairs Manager, Nutritional Therapist, Food Policy Analyst, Product Development Scientist, etc. The salary that is offered at entry-level positions for Food Tech jobs in India is approx. INR 4 LPA to 6 LPA, for mid-level profiles INR 7 LPA to 10 LPA, and senior-level profiles INR 10 LPA to 20 LPA and above.

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Food Technology Jobs: Top Profiles

Food Technology jobs for freshers present decent earning potential, good career prospects, and a plethora of earning opportunities, making it a popular choice for those who are passionate about food development and related operations along with exploring the impact of AI and big data analytics in the food industry.

As someone with a B Tech Food Technology or MTech Food Technology degree from a reputed college or university, one may pursue a career in various industrial sectors presenting great salary benefits, which can differ as per individual skills and experience. There are several B Tech Food Technology jobs available in India.

This section talks about the popular Food Tech jobs, both in the government and private sectors, that students can look forward to in India.

Food Technology Government Jobs

There are many vacancies for Food Tech jobs in the government sector in the government food processing facilities, agricultural units, food regulatory agencies, public health departments, and research and development sector. This section throws light on some of the popular government Food Technology jobs that students can opt for in India along with the average salary packages offered by the top recruiters.

Food Tech Govt Jobs

Average Food Tech Govt Jobs Salary

Food Safety Officer

INR 4.3 LPA

Quality Control Manager

INR 12.5 LPA

Food Scientist

INR 13 LPA

Public Health Officer

INR 5.5 LPA

Assistant Professor (Government Universities)

INR 5.7 LPA

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

INR 8.8 LPA

Source - External and may differ.

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Food Technology Jobs in the Private Sector

Students can check the table below to see the popular private Food Tech jobs that they can opt for in India:

Food Tech Jobs

Average Food Tech Jobs Salary

Food Technologist

INR 5 LPA

Food Inspector

INR 4 LPA

Food Chemist

INR 4 LPA

Food Safety Manager

INR 10 LPA

Food Consultant

INR 8 LPA

Product Development Manager

INR 7.5 LPA

Source - External and may differ.

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Food Technology Jobs: Top Recruiters

Food Technology graduates are expected to possess good research knowledge about the field, which makes them highly valuable for various Food Tech jobs in India. Top recruiters understand the importance of having such competent graduates as a part of their workforce and hence, end up extending excellent salary packages to them.

Some of the top recruiters that offer Food Technology jobs in India are listed below:

Top Recruiters for Food Technology Jobs

MTR Foods Limited

Britannia

Cadbury

PepsiCo

Dabur

Heritage Foods

Licious

Nestle India

ITC Limited (Foods Division)

Amul India

Food Technology Jobs: Core Sectors

There are many key sectors which provide a diverse range of Food Technology job opportunities, ensuring graduates have multiple career options to explore. Here’s a table below providing the core employment industries where graduates can find Food Tech jobs:

Industry

Top Companies for Food Technology Jobs

Food Processing

Nestle, Britannia, Amul, ITC Limited, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Parle Agro, Dabur

Food Export

ITC, APEDA, Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED)

Food Retail

Reliance Fresh, Big Bazaar, Metro Cash & Carry, DMart, More Supermarket

Food Service

QSR Brands (KFC, Pizza Hut), Domino's Pizza, McDonald's, Subway, Café Coffee Day

Food Packaging

Amcor, Huhtamaki, Tetra Pak, Uflex, EPL Limited

Pharmaceuticals

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, Cipla, Lupin, Aurobindo Pharma

Hospitality

Radisson Hotel Group, Marriot International, Hilton

Research and Development

ICAR, Ministry of Food Processing Industries, FSSAI

Source - External and may differ.

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Food Technology Jobs: Best Colleges for Placements in India

Let us have a look at some of the best colleges in India and the average salary packages offered by recruiters during their respective placement drives:

Food Technology Colleges

Average Package Offered

IIT Kharagpur Placements

INR 21.28 LPA

IIT Guwahati Placements

INR 9 LPA

NIT Rourkela Placements

INR 7.5 LPA - 10 LPA

ICT, Mumbai Placements

INR 7 LPA - 8 LPA

NIFTEM, Sonepat Placements

INR 6 LPA- 7 LPA

Jadavpur University Placements

INR 9.02 LPA - 10 LPA

Chandigarh University Placements

INR 2.7 LPA - 7.5 LPA

Amity University, Noida Placements

INR 4.2 LPA - 5.5 LPA

Source - Official sites and may differ.

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Table of contents
  • Popular Food Technology Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Food Technology Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Food Technology UG Courses
  • Popular Food Technology PG Courses

Popular Food Technology Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Food Technology Colleges in India. Learn more about these Food Technology colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
3 Courses
3.2 L - 11 L
2.5
8 Courses
39.85 K - 8 L
14 - 19.76 LPA

#4 India Today

1 Course
60 K
11 LPA

#5 India Today

3 Courses
1.4 L - 5 L
9 - 11.5 LPA
3 Courses
9.6 K - 20.84 K
9.25 - 10.5 LPA
6.78 L - 9.04 L
5.0

Food Technology Applications open till Jan 31, 2026. Apply Now

Popular Private Food Technology Colleges in India

2.17 L - 4.86 L
4.75 - 7.5 LPA
5 Courses
1.2 L - 9.54 L
3.8
1.75 L - 7 L
4.0

Food Technology Applications open. Apply Now

2.29 L - 8.62 L
3.35 LPA
3 L - 11.2 L

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1.2 L - 6.2 L
6.2 - 6.96 LPA

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Food Technology. Students interested in pursuing a career on Food Technology, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

21 Jan ' 26 - 29 Jan ' 26

JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1

Jan '26 - Feb '26

JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2

TENTATIVE

10 Jan ' 26 - 12 Feb ' 26

MHT CET 2026 Application Form for PCM and PCB

Apr '26

MHT CET 2026 Admit Card

TENTATIVE

16 Jan ' 26 - 17 Feb ' 26

KCET Application Form 2026

18 Feb ' 26

Last date to pay application fee

7 Feb ' 26

GATE 2026 Exam- Afternoon (AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH...

7 Feb ' 26

GATE 2026 Exam- Forenoon (AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN,...

Popular Food Technology UG Courses

Following are the most popular Food Technology UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Food Technology PG Courses

Following are the most popular Food Technology PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Yes, School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada awards various scholarships to students as financial support. Under the JNTU, students who belong to SC, ST, minorities, differently- abled, etc. communities are supported through Post Matric Scholarship Under Jnanabhumi Scholarship provided by the Andhr

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Students who wish to get admission must take part in the School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada admission process before the last date of admission. Follow the below mentioned application procedure:

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The total fee for the BTech programme at School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada is not given on the official website yet. Students are free to keep visiting the official website of School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada for updated information about the course fee. 

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The mode of School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada course admissions is online. Admission to the available programmes is based on merit & accepted entrance examination. In general, JNTU, Kakinada accepts entrance examination scores of EAMCET and Andhra Pradesh PGECET for admission to several Engin

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The following subjects are taught to students in the 1st year 2nd semester at School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada:

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School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada is famous for facilities. The college's M.Tech students enjoy various available facilities such as modern classrooms, labs, library, and others. All the available constituent colleges/units of JNTUK have hostel facilities for girls.

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Some of the USPs of the School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada Engineering department are given below:

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School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada popular programmes are BTech and MTech. The Engineering department has a unique distinction of having a Centre for Research and Development with Pilot-scale level plant & machinery, Food Quality Testing Laboratory, Food Processing, and a Training Centre. This

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As per the past information available, the total seat intake for the BTech course at School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada is 25. This seat intake may have increased this year, hence keep visiting the official website for updated information. 

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MTech course students at School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada are taught subjects such as Advances in Food Process
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BTech students at School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada are taught Fundamental Chemistry, Communicative English, Programming for Problem Solving using C Lab, English Communication Skills Laboratory, and several other subjects. 

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Yes, School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada is a private college. School of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada was established in 2011. The school of Food Technology under the JNTU, Kakinada offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes to students. These programmes are given across the Engineering

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Yes, an average student can get admission in School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada. Students must make sure to fulfil the admission requirements of the course. The college accepts students on an entrance basis. Preparing for the accepted tests can be an easy start.

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Yes, you can get admission in School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada without JEE Main scores. The college accepts students through Andhra Pradesh EAMCET scores followed by counselling mainly. Hence, JEE Main is not mandatory for admission.

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School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada BTech eligibility requires students to complete Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 50%. Students need to have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Eligible students can apply online.

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Yes, you can get admission in School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada BTech with 65% in Class 12. The minimum marks for admission to the course are 50%. Marks however aren't enough as admissions are entrance-based. 

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Yes, School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada does offer M.Tech course. It is offered in full-time mode at the PG level. Students cna pursue the course in the Food Technology specialisation. For more details, students can visit the college's website.

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School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada applications are usually submitted online only. However, the college may accept offline applications at its discretion. Students can contact the JNTUK admission desk to know more. If offline submission is allowed, students can enclose documents and send it to

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Students have to submit some documents during the School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada admissions & applications. The list of documents is as below:

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School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada BTech admission fees is INR 1.8 lakh. Students have to pay this fees through online mode of payment. This amount may include tuition fees, library fees, lab fees, etc.

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No, it is not possible to get admission in School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada without entrance exam. The college offers seats only to those who have appeared for accepted test. Entrance exam is followed by counselling for seat allotment. 

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At School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada, students are selected based on entrance exam scores. The final selection is done on the basis of entrance exams + counselling basis. Students can submit scores of Andhra Pradesh EAMCET for UG and PGCET for PG admissions.

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School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada eligibility is as given below:

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No, direct admissions are usually not offered as the School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada admissions are generally based on entrance exam scores. The university offers admissions through entrance + counselling basis. However, students may connect with JNTU to know of the management quota.

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To get admission in School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada, students need to check the eligibility first. The college selects students on an entrance basis followed by counselling. Selected students then need to report for verification of documents. After the confirmation, students need to pay the

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School Of Food Technology JNTU, Kakinada admissions are expected to start soon. Interested students are required to apply for the accepted exams first and then sign up for the course. For more details, visit the JNTUK website.

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The School of Food Technology JNTU placement report is not out as of yet. Refer to the placement details fetched from the shiksha's students review given below:

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Placement Statistics

the highest Package

INR 12 LPA

Placement Rate

80%

Note: The data above has been taken from student reviews on shiksha

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The School of Food Technology JNTU placement rate is given in the table below:

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Placement Statistics

Placement Rate

80%

Note: The data above has been taken from student reviews on shiksha 

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