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Akansha Bisht

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Under the Dairy Science courses, you'll learn about the Market Milk Industry, Dairy Processing & Engineering, Animal Nutrition, Feed Processing, Animal Reproduction, etc., subjects. These courses are designed to prepare students to deal in the dairy processing industries, research, quality assurance, and entrepreneurship.

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Dairy Science courses are offered in a limited number of colleges in India. Among these colleges, ICAR AIEEA is the only entrance exam score preferred for admissions to the UG and PG level courses. However, some colleges also conduct CUET, CUET-PG, LPU NEST, etc., exams.

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A BTech in Dairy Science is an undergraduate programme that is specifically designed to focus on different facets of dairy production, processing, and management in India. Because the dairy industry is so important to India's economy, there are a lot of opportunities for students pursuing a BTech in Dairy Science in that country. Here are some key points:

  • Graduates with a B.Tech in Dairy Science can work in quality control labs, government agencies that deal with dairy, dairy processing companies, farms, research and development organizations, and quality control companies.
  • Graduates of the BTech programme may also think about launc
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No, you cannot pursue a Dairy Science course without having Biology as a core subject in Class 12. Dairy Science course is a combination of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, and Economics that focuses on dairy production and product development.

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Dairy Science courses available at various levels, thus the eligibility criteria also vary depending on the course level. Here is a general idea of eligibility requirements of Dairy Science courses:

Course LevelEligibility Criteria 
UG
  • Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB subjects,
  • A minimum of 50% aggregate score from a recognised board.
PG
  • Bachelor's degree in BSc Dairy Science or any relevant discipline,
  • 60% aggregate score or above from a recognised university.
Doctorate
  • Master's degree in MSc Dairy Science or any relevant discipline,
Diploma
  • Class 12 in the Science stream with PCB subjects,
  • A minimum of 50% aggregate score from a recognised board.
  • Some Diploma courses are also pursued after Class 10. 

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Given the continued expansion and innovation of the dairy industry, the prospects for a B.Sc. in Dairy Technology seem bright. Prospects for graduates include research, quality assurance, and dairy production. Their technological and dairy processing know-how will be highly valued for guaranteeing food safety and satisfying the dietary requirements of an expanding populace, creating a dynamic work environment.

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The study of milk's constituent chemistry, the management of microorganisms—both beneficial and harmful—associated with milk and dairy products, all engineering specialties related to milk processing, and the financial aspects of milk distribution, processing, and retailing are all included in the field of Dairy Science and Technology courses.

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MSc Dairy Science is a 2-year PG degree course that focuses on advanced studies in the field of Dairy Science. The course provides deeper understanding of various aspects related to dairy production, processing, technology, management, and research. Graduates in Dairy Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, or related disciplines can pursue MSc Dairy Science.

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Agriculture is a broader field that encompasses various aspects of crop cultivation, animal husbandry, agribusiness, agricultural economics, and sustainable farming practices. 

Dairy Science, on the other hand, is a specialised branch within agriculture that focuses specifically on the Science and technology of milk and dairy product production.

Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison between the two.

Particulars

Dairy Science

Agriculture

Dairy Science Course Level

UG, PG and Diploma

UG and PG

Dairy Science Course Duration

6 months - 3 years

2-3 Years

Dairy Science Course Fees

INR 1,000 and INR 3.2 Lakh

INR 2, 000 - INR 10 Lakh

Dairy Science Admission Process

Merit-Based/Entrance-Based

Merit-Based/Entrance-Based

Dairy Science Entrance Exams

ICAR AIEEA

ICAR AIEEA, KCET, AP EAPCET (AP EAMCET)

Dairy Science Popular Colleges

LPU, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, IGNOU, etc.

AP8 Hindu University, Bharathidasan University, Calcutta University, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology

Dairy Science Job Profiles

Dairy Technologist, Dairy Nutritionist, Farm Manager, Dairy Scientist, etc.

Agricultural Scientist, Production Manager, Food Microbiologist, Crop Specialist, Agricultural Engineer, etc.

Dairy Science Average Salary

INR 2.2 LPA - INR 10.5 LPA

INR 2.6 LPA - INR 8.4 LPA

Dairy Science Top Recruiters

Amul, Nestle, Mother Dairy, Reliance, Metro Dairy, etc.

  • Agrotech Food, Research labs, ITC Limited, Government institutes, Colleges (as lecturers), etc.

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You can pursue from a variety of Dairy Science and Technology courses. Here are some of the best course names in this field:

  • BTech in Dairy Technology
  • BSc in Dairy Science and Technology
  • MTech in Dairy Technology
  • MSc in Dairy Science and Technology
  • MBA in Dairy Management
  • PhD in Dairy Science and Technology

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