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ATAL FDP College of Food and Dairy Technology Chennai
The ATAL FDP College of Food and Dairy Technology Chennai is a six-day offline Faculty Development Programme scheduled from 17 August 2026 to 22 August 2026. Sponsored by the AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy, this training focuses on “Digitalisation and Sustainable Innovations in Food Process Engineering: Emerging Technologies and Research advancements”. Organized by the Department of Food Process Engineering in Koduveli, Chennai, the program is designed to expose participants to the digital revolution and its impact on food industry auditing, smart manufacturing, and resource optimization.
Programme Highlights
| Organising Body | Mode | Duration | Location |
| Department of Food Process Engineering, College of Food and Dairy Technology (CFDT) | Offline | Six days (8 hours/Day) | Koduveli, Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
About the Programme
This Faculty Development Programme imparts vital training to faculties and researchers regarding digital transformation in food process engineering, incorporating Industry 4.0 concepts such as IoT, AI, automation, and smart manufacturing. Participants will familiarize themselves with sustainable techniques emphasizing energy efficiency and waste minimization. The pedagogy features collaborative, experiential learning with 25 hours of theory, hands-on lab sessions, and a scheduled industrial visit to the Food Corporation of India or Creamline Dairy Products.
The host institution, the College of Food and Dairy Technology (CFDT), is a constituent unit of the Tamilnadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, spanning an 82.12-acre campus in Koduveli on the outskirts of Chennai. Renamed in 2012, CFDT is recognized by AICTE and accredited by ICAR, featuring a robust Technology Business Incubation scheme with well-equipped pilot processing plants for milk, ice cream, and meat products.
Eligibility Criteria
- Target Audience: Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Ph.D. Scholars, and PG Students from Higher Education or AICTE-approved Institutions.
- Relevant Fields: Participants must be from fields such as Food Science, Food Technology, Dairy Technology, Bio Technology, Food Nutrition, Poultry Technology, or Agricultural Sciences and Engineering.
- Selection and Intake: A maximum of 30 to 50 candidates will be selected on a strict FIRST COME FIRST SERVE basis.
- Nomination: Participants must be formally nominated by the respective Heads of their Institutions.
Benefits & Funding
| Component | Amount or Detail |
| Registration Fee | There are no registration fees for this programme. |
| Accommodation & Food | Free shared accommodation is provided in the CFDT/Trainees or Teachers Hostel at the Madras Veterinary College campus. Free boarding is also provided to selected candidates, while local candidates receive hospitality (lunch, tea, snacks). |
| Travel Allowance (TA) | Outstation participants will be provided to and fro fare by rail (restricted to AC II tier) or bus as per their entitlement for the shortest route, upon submission of original tickets. |
Topics / Themes Covered
- Industry 4.0 concepts applied to Food Processing.
- Digital transformation in the food industry utilizing Machine Learning.
- Smart manufacturing techniques and process automation.
- Digital integration across various unit operations.
- Sustainability aspects of emerging technologies like spray drying and evaporation.
- Digital auditing systems combined with e-documentation.
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning applications in Food processing.
- Next-Gen active and Intelligent food Packaging solutions.
- Research Methodology and effective Stress management tools.
How to Apply
- Navigate directly to the official AICTE ATAL registration portal at Click Here.
- Register your profile with basic details and choose your Role as “Participant”.
- Participants are highly requested to read through the portal guide before logging in.
- Download and secure the necessary No Objection Certificate (NOC) as prompted by the portal.
- Submit your complete online application before the limited 50 seats are filled.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Programme Start Date | 17-08-2026 |
| Programme End Date | 22-08-2026 |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download FDP Brochure | Download |
| Download FDP Schedule | Download |
Contact Details
- Coordinator: Dr. G. Sujatha (Professor, Dept. of Food Process Engineering)
- Mobile: 9994247990 / 8072782531
- Co-Coordinator: Dr. V. Nithyalakshmi (Assistant Professor, DFPE)
- Official Address: College of Food and Dairy Technology, Koduveli, Chennai – 600 052
FAQs
Q1: Who can apply for this ATAL FDP at the College of Food and Dairy Technology?
A1: Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Ph.D. Scholars, and PG Students from AICTE-approved institutions in fields like Food Technology, Dairy Technology, and Agricultural Engineering are eligible.
Q2: Is there a fee to register for the programme?
A2: No, there are absolutely no registration fees to attend this offline programme.
Q3: How many participants will be selected?
A3: A maximum of 30 to 50 candidates will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Q4: Will accommodation and travel allowances be provided for participants?
A4: Yes, free shared accommodation and boarding are provided. Outstation participants are also eligible for to and fro TA by rail (AC II tier) or bus upon ticket submission.
Q5: Are there any practical components included in the training schedule?
A5: Yes, the schedule includes hands-on lab sessions in Food Technology and Operations, as well as an industrial visit to the Food Corporation of India or Creamline Dairy Products.