ATAL FDP AMET University

The ATAL FDP AMET University operates as an AICTE-sponsored six-day offline faculty development program focused on marine resources in food biotechnology, processing, preservation, and value addition. Organized by the Department of Marine Biotechnology at AMET (Deemed to be University) in Chennai, this short-term initiative equips participants with theoretical and practical insights into functional food development, nutraceuticals, and the sustainable blue bioeconomy without charging any registration fees. Eligible faculty members, research scholars, and industry professionals can secure their seats by completing their registration via the official AICTE ATAL portal.

Programme Highlights

Organising Body	Mode	Duration	Location
Department of Marine Biotechnology, AMET (Deemed to be University)	Offline	Six Days	Chennai, Tamil Nadu

About the Programme

Sustainable utilization of marine bioresources plays a critical role in global food security, functional food innovation, and advanced waste valorization. Consequently, this six-day instructional course bridges food science and marine biotechnology to deliver practical knowledge regarding marine resource processing, preservation techniques, and value-addition strategies. Participants explore nutraceutical product development, safety standards, regulatory compliance, and commercialization opportunities within the marine sector.

The host institution provides a world-class academic environment for this advanced technological training. Established in 1993, AMET is India’s first Deemed to be University in Maritime Education, ranked third globally among maritime universities in the PIMET rankings and accredited with an NAAC ‘A’ Grade. Specifically, the Department of Marine Biotechnology at AMET focuses on nurturing bioengineers capable of driving innovation, enabling attendees at the ATAL FDP AMET University to align their research with translational health applications and industry requirements.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualification

• Postgraduate (PG) students and doctoral research scholars in biotechnology, food science, or allied disciplines qualify to attend.
• School teachers seeking exposure to advanced biotechnology concepts hold eligibility.

Experience & Other Conditions

• Faculty members actively teaching in AICTE-approved higher education institutions meet the primary criteria.
• Personnel from government sectors, research and development organizations, corporate industries, and host institution staff are eligible.
• The cohort capacity is strictly limited to 50 participants, filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Benefits & Funding

Significantly, this government-sponsored initiative offers specialized technical instruction and practical industry exposure at no cost to participants.

Component	Detail
Registration Fee	Free of cost (Sponsored by AICTE ATAL Academy)
Seat Limit	Capped at 50 participants on a first-come, first-served basis
E-Certificate	Issued by AICTE ATAL Academy upon fulfilling attendance and evaluation norms

Topics / Themes Covered

• Composition, processing, and preservation of marine resources in food biotechnology.
• Advanced technologies in functional food and nutraceutical product development from marine sources.
• Sustainable utilization, waste valorization, and circular economy in the marine sector.
• Food safety, quality standards, and regulatory frameworks governing marine bioresources.
• Entrepreneurship opportunities, commercialization strategies, and sustainable blue bioeconomy practices.

Selection Process

• Online Submission: Applicants submit their electronic registration forms through the centralized AICTE ATAL portal.
• Screening Criteria: The organizing committee processes received applications strictly on a first-come, first-served basis up to the limit of 50 participants.
• Final Certification: Selected candidates earn their official completion certificate upon meeting the mandatory attendance and assessment benchmarks set by ATAL guidelines.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official AICTE ATAL portal registration page.
2. Create a participant account via the sign-up link if you are a new user.
3. Log into the portal dashboard and navigate to the FDP section.
4. Filter by State: Tamil Nadu, Month: August, Thrust Area: All.
5. Select the program titled “Marine Resources in Food Biotechnology: Processing, Preservation and Value Addition”, fill in the required details, and submit your application.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Programme Start Date	03 August 2026
Programme End Date	08 August 2026

Important Links

Resource	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Download FDP Brochure	Download
Download FDP Schedule	Download

Contact Details

• Official Address: Department of Marine Biotechnology, AMET (Deemed to be University), Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
• Phone: +91-9840529274 (Dr. M. Jayaprakashvel, Convener & Coordinator) / +91-9092506671 (Dr. R. E. Anitha, Co-Coordinator).
• Email: jayaprakashvel.m@ametuniv.ac.in / anitha.re@ametuniv.ac.in.

FAQs

What is the core focus of the ATAL FDP AMET University program? The program focuses on marine resources in food biotechnology, exploring processing, preservation techniques, functional foods, and waste valorization.

Are participants required to pay a registration fee? No, registration is completely free of cost under the sponsorship of the AICTE ATAL Academy.

Who is eligible to participate in this offline training program? Faculty members from AICTE-approved institutions, PhD scholars, PG students, school teachers, host institution staff, and industry/R&D personnel are eligible.

How are candidates selected for this program? Participant selection operates strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to a maximum of 50 candidates.

What daily schedule applies to this six-day FDP? The program sessions run daily from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM across all six training days.