B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS: overview

PSGCAS, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, offers B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics as a 3-year undergraduate degree. Fees for the full course come to ₹30,000 – ₹2.7 lakh (roughly ₹10,000 a year).

Expect to spend most of your time on how organisations run: accounting, marketing, finance, human resources, operations and business communication, usually with case studies and an internship.

PSGCAS is a public/government institute, founded in 1947. This page brings together what is on record for this course at PSGCAS — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

What you study in B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics

Most B.Sc programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means how organisations run: accounting, marketing, finance, human resources, operations and business communication, usually with case studies and an internship. Typical first jobs: management trainee, business development, sales, marketing or operations roles. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask PSGCAS for the current semester-wise plan.

B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics fees at PSGCAS

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 PSGCAS as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹30,000 – ₹2.7 lakh
Tuition fee₹30,000 – ₹2.7 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹10,000

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

B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics eligibility

To get into B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics, 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 PSGCAS's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS

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 PSGCAS on its website (www.psgcas.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. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics placements at PSGCAS

The most recent placement data we hold (2024) show an average package of ₹3.83 lakh and a median package of ₹3.5 lakh at PSGCAS. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics specifically, the average salary on record is ₹3.6 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 PSGCAS

Is B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Are you genuinely interested in how organisations run? You will spend 3 years on it.
  • Can you manage ₹30,000 – ₹2.7 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 PSGCAS compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Coimbatore?

B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS?

The total fee on record for B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS is ₹30,000 – ₹2.7 lakh, about ₹10,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS?

B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics at PSGCAS is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics?

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.

What are the placements like at PSGCAS?

In 2024, PSGCAS recorded an average package of ₹3.83 lakh. These are college-wide figures.

Which other B.Sc specialisations does PSGCAS offer?

Besides B.Sc. in Nutrition, Food Service Management and Dietetics, PSGCAS offers B.Sc. in Zoology, B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Botany, B.Sc. in Chemistry, B.Sc. in Computer Science with Data Analytics, B.Sc. in Mathematics (Computer Applications), B.Sc. in Electronics and B.Sc. in Microbiology and 14 more.

Is PSGCAS a government or private college?

PSGCAS is a public/government institute, founded in 1947, located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.