B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University: overview

Calcutta University, Kolkata, West Bengal, offers B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition as a 3-year undergraduate degree. There are 65 seats in each batch. The total fee on record is ₹4,150 – ₹11.92 lakh, which works out to about ₹1,000 a year.

Calcutta University is a other institute, founded in 1857. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Calcutta University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition fees at Calcutta University

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Calcutta University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹4,150 – ₹11.92 lakh
Tuition fee₹877 – ₹6.34 lakh
Hostel fee₹2,070 – ₹5.38 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹1,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Calcutta University before you pay anything.

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition eligibility

To get into B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Calcutta University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to Calcutta University on its website (www.caluniv.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition placements at Calcutta University

The most recent placement data we hold (2022) show a median package of ₹9.2 lakh at Calcutta University. 4,201 of 5,975 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition specifically, the average salary on record is ₹9.17 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other B.Sc specialisations at Calcutta University

Calcutta University runs 25 B.Sc specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:

Is B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹4,150 – ₹11.92 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does Calcutta University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Kolkata?

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University?

The total fee on record for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University (University of Calcutta) is ₹4,150 – ₹11.92 lakh, about ₹1,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University?

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University (University of Calcutta) is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition at Calcutta University?

Calcutta University (University of Calcutta) has 65 seats in B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition each year.

What is the eligibility for B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition?

You usually need Class 12 with Science subjects. Admission is usually through CUET and merit. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

Which other B.Sc specialisations does Calcutta University offer?

Besides B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition, Calcutta University offers B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Food and Nutrition, Discontinued (Jul 2023)- B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science, Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc in Biotechnology, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Economics, B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science and Discontinued (Jul 2023)- B.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology and 16 more.

Is Calcutta University a government or private college?

Calcutta University (University of Calcutta) is a other institute, founded in 1857, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.