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The College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, under KVASU, has produced notable alumni like Padma Shri awardee Sosamma Iype, known for conserving the Vechur cow, and pioneers like Harichand Megha Dalaya and M.L. Madan, who contributed significantly to dairy technology and reproductive science. Their achievements reflect the institution's strong academic and research foundation.

Graduates of Mannuthy's College of Dairy Science and Technology are employed in reputable food and dairy companies both domestically and outside. Amul, Milma, Mother Dairy Dynamix (Pune), and Almarai (UAE) are major recruiters offering positions such as Dairy Extension Officer Quality Control Officer, and Dairy Technologist. Many graduates work for banks like SBI and ICICI as well as public sector companies like NDDB. Some land government jobs in Kerala's Department of Dairy Development as Dairy Extension Officers.

Those seeking admission at B.Tech at College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, should register for KEAM 2025 (registration closes on March 10) through the website of CEE Kerala.

They should submit the marks of 10+2 (45% marks in Physics, Maths, Chemistry) and pay the stipulated fee to appear in the KEAM exam to be held on April 24-28. Admission is done through CEE counseling on the basis of KEAM rank.

To apply for B.Tech Dairy Technology, register for KEAM (or ICAR AIEEA? UG) and score at least 50% in PCM. After the exam, participate in KEAM's centralized allotment. If selected for CDST, complete document verification and pay the fees online/in-person.  

For M.Tech, apply through the KVASU entrance test or ICAR AIEEA? PG. Upon qualifying, attend counseling/interview at KVASU. Submit your credentials and finalize admission by paying fees at the college.  

Specialization-specific KEAM 2024 cutoffs were set for the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy's B.Tech programme In the last round the B.Tech in Dairy Technology closed at rank 18193, while the B.Tech in Food Technology closed at position 13332 for the General High School category. Cutoffs vary per round and category (SC, ST and OBC) with Food Technology having the most challenging cutoffs. For particular categories, candidates can view the detailed cutoff ranks on the college website or on cetcell.mahacet.org.

For general candidates, KEAM at College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, has cutoffs varying in rank requirement from 1000 to 3000, depending on the branch, such as Dairy Technology.

However, for SC/ST candidates, the cutoff has been much lower, running between 5000 and 8000. The actual ranks, though, depend on the year, the general competition pool, and the number of seats. The cutoffs for the year 2025 will be published after the counseling process by the Commissioner for Entrance Examinations and will be available on the KEAM portal.

To join the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy, candidates must apply through the KEAM entrance exam for B.Tech (Dairy Technology). Selection is based on performance in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. ICAR AIEEA quotas also apply. For M.Tech, admission is via ICAR or KVASU's own entrance. Counseling and document verification finalize admission.

The College of Dairy Science and Technology in Mannuthy has a moderately competitive admissions process Candidates must have a valid KEAM or ICAR AIEEA score in addition to 50% in 10+2 (Physics, Chemistry Mathematics/Biology) There is a significant demand as evidenced by the KEAM 2024 cutoff for the B.Tech in Dairy Technology closing at rank 18193 and the Food Technology cutoff for the General HS category closing at 13332. Securing admission is difficult particularly for well-known fields like the food technology due to the limited number of seats (around 40 per specialization) and the centralized counseling provided by CEE.

No, direct admission to the college of dairy Science and technology, mannuthy is generally not available. Addmission are typically based on merit through entrance exam like KEAM or ICAR AIEEA,   and there is nor management quota or no quota-based systems.

Yes, admissions are currently open for the B.Tech Dairy Technology programme at the College of Dairy Science & Technology (CDST), Mannuthy, under Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. You can apply via KEAM or ICAR AIEEA, with counseling starting soon; application processes for both UG and M.Tech courses are underway. 

There isn't a specific 100% scholarship that covers all tuition and other costs at the College of Dairy Science and Technology in Mannuthy. Nonetheless it offers need-based and merit-based scholarships including ICAR-sponsored scholarships and the Merit Cum Means scholarship for non-SC/ST students who are financially disadvantaged While full fee waivers are not guaranteed, these may cover a sizable amount of fees for qualified students.

Yes, the college of dairy Science and technology at Kerala veterinary and Animal Science University has a placement cell that supports students in finding employment. The cell is active and works to connect students with potential employers, including dairy companies and other related industries.

The highest placement offer at the College of Dairy Science & Technology, Mannuthy (KVASU), reached ?15? LPA, with an average package of around ?9.7? LPA .

Despite varying reports, the institute's placement record stands strong—be it internships or roles with cooperatives like Amul and NDDB—demonstrating solid industry demand for its graduates.

At the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy the four-year B.Tech degree in Dairy Technology has a total tuition cost of about INR 33,600. A one-time admission fee dormitory fees (about INR 25,000 year including meals and power) and other incidentals like application and security deposit fees are among the extra expenses. Depending on the category and particular programme requirements the pricing schedule may change somewhat.

The hostel fee for the College of Dairy Science and Technology, Mannuthy - Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, is INR 1050 per semester. The mess fee is INR 3800 per month. So, the total fee is INR 4850 per semester. The hostel fee is paid at the time of each semester registration.

Yes, the College of Dairy Science & Technology (CDST) in Mannuthy is a recognised and well-established institute. Founded in 1993, it's Kerala's first B.Tech in Dairy Science & Technology, and operates under the government university KVASU. Approved by ICAR, it's affiliated with KVASU and well-respected for its academic standards and industry relevance .

The College of Dairy Science & Technology, Mannuthy is a government institution, not private. It is a constituent college under Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (KVASU) and all its operations, funding, and administration are managed by KVASU, a state public university.

The college of dairy Science and technology at Kerala veterinary and Animal Science University is generally considered a good institution, particularly for those interested in dairy processing education and research. It has a strong reputation for producing graduation who have achieved success in the dairy industry and related fields.

College of Dairy Science & Technology (CDST), Mannuthy, is famous for being Kerala's first B.Tech in Dairy Science & Technology since 1993. It's part of KVASU and recognised by ICAR, offering hands-on training in dairy plants and farms, plus industrial visits. Graduates find solid placements with industry leaders and in government roles.