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Best Food Technology Engineering (Lateral Entry) College in Punjab, India

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Food Technology Engineering (Lateral Entry)

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Best Food Technology Engineering (Lateral Entry) College in Punjab, India

Bachelors of Engineering in Food Technology Lateral Entry is an undergraduate degree program that enables candidates with a three years diploma in Engineering or an equivalent degree to get admission directly to 2nd year (3rd semester). The objective of this program is to save academic year and fees, and develop a strong foundation for students with new methods and systems for keeping food products safe and resistant from natural harms such as bacteria and other micro-organisms.

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Chandigarh University is one of the most prominent institutes to pursue Food Technology Engineering. Our top-grade teaching faculty offers an in-depth analysis of countless areas of Food Science and Technology to make the students understand nutritional, microbiological, and sensual aspects of food composition.



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Unprecedented Industry Patronage

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Why Join Food Technology Engineering?

Flexible Choice Based Academic Model with wide choice of Elective subjects to choose from that can be tailored to the specific interests and needs of the student.

Emphasis on Hands-on Practical Training

State-of-Art Infrastructure based on the pattern of premier institutes such as IIFPT, IIFST, IFST, CSIR

Regular Visits to Food Production and Food Processing Units to enhance Experiential Learning

Academic Training and Learning under renowned scientist and academicians from Industry and Research Institutes.

Industry tie-ups and certifications from leading Food Processing and Production Companies

Learn from renowned and Celebrity Chefs of India and Foreign Countries

Choice to Study Abroad under Semester Aboard in 525+ top-notch International Universities of USA, Canada, Australia, UK & many other countries.

Entrepreneurship training module as an integral part of the academic set-up

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What makes the Department of Food Technology Engineering unique?

Food Technology is an undergraduate degree programme in applied sciences that amalgamates the facts from both basic sciences and technology. The program balances theoretical understanding with experiential practices in specific laboratory skills needed by employers. These practical components are the focus of the program and are developed and reinforced through an integration of practical laboratory experiences. The curriculum of course is designed in such a way to impart engineering skills and practical knowledge to students through courses on Basics of Food Engineering, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Operation, Fluid Mechanics, Food Engineering, Numerical Methods in Engineering, Process modeling and Simulation and Process Plant Design.

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Specialization aligned to Industry requirements, better employability, Research and Development

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Industry sessions and workshops, mentoring and career guidance sessions, Industrial visits and industry projects

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Options for International Semester exchange, semester abroad and frequent interactions with international experts

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Highest number of Placement opportunities for Food Technology students at decent packages up to 6-24 LPA

Vision

Educate and train the critical thinkers who can sustainably meet the ever-growing dietary needs of the masses’ by developing engineering skills and creating solutions to deliver affordable and complete nutrition for all.

Mission

The Mission of the Department of Food Technology Engineering, Chandigarh University is to:

  • M1: To impart quality education under which students can conceptualize ideas of food sustainability.
  • M2: Inculcating skills to enhance food processing efficiency through food Engineering Technology.
  • M3: To strengthen the scale-up of the by-product utilization in the food industry.
  • M4: Introducing students to value-added food products and functional foods.
  • M5: To nourish the research aptitude to address current problems of the food industry.
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Step 1 - Signup

Sign up or Register for CUCET with basic details (Name, Email ID, Mobile No., State, Gender and Password). Your Email ID will act as your Username for the portal while the password will be set by you upon registration.

On successful registration, you will receive the confirmation message on your registered contact number and Email. Use the Username and Password to Login to your CUCET Account.

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After successfully creating your candidate profile for CUCET, you can proceed with choosing the Date for your examination. Complete your profile by logging into your CUCET account and choose an examination date as per your convenience and preference.

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You become eligible for admission into Chandigarh University after clearing the CUCET examination. Following your attempt at CUCET, the result will shortly be intimated, based on which you can submit your application for admission and avail merit-based scholarship.

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The B.E. Food Technology program is a core engineering degree that blends engineering principles with food science. Students study thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, mass transfer, process modelling, mechanical operations, plant design, and food engineering alongside food chemistry, microbiology, and nutrition. The curriculum also includes specialisations such as Food Engineering, Plant- & Animal-Based Processing, Food Industry Management, and Food Safety & Regulations. With modern laboratories, pilot-plant training, and real industrial projects, students graduate with strong engineering, technical, and problem-solving skills suited for the global food industry.

Yes. CUCET is mandatory for admission to all Engineering programs, including B.E. Food Technology.

The program strongly focuses on hands-on learning from the first year. Students train in advanced laboratories such as Food Processing Lab, Food Technology Lab, and Bioprocess Engineering Lab equipped with industry-grade equipment like rotary ovens, cabinet dryers, fermenters, lyophilizers, incubators, dough mixers, and meat processing units. Practical exposure also includes pilot-scale production, industrial visits, internships with leading companies, and live projects. This ensures students gain real-world skills in food processing, quality testing, and production systems.

Yes. The program maintains strong industry integration through guest lectures, industrial visits, workshops, live projects, and internships with food processing, dairy, biotech, and FMCG companies. Students interact with industry experts, learn emerging trends like nutraceuticals, functional foods, AI in food technology, and sustainable food systems, and work on real-world challenges. This industry-aligned approach helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional practice.

Graduates have wide career opportunities across the global food and allied industries. Career roles include food technologist, quality assurance manager, production engineer, R&D specialist, food safety officer, packaging technologist, and supply chain analyst. Students get placed in food processing companies, dairy and beverage industries, pharmaceuticals, FMCG brands, and regulatory organisations. The program also prepares students for higher studies (M.Tech/MS/PhD) and entrepreneurship in food product development and start-ups.