Master of Science [M.Sc] (Applied Nutrition)

All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health Kolkata offers a 2-year full-time M.Sc Applied Nutrition programme affiliated to the West Bengal University of Health Sciences. The programme admits 20 students annually through the JEMAS PG entrance examination with a total course fee of INR 48,000. AIIHPH Kolkata is a central government public health institute providing interdisciplinary training in nutritional epidemiology, community nutrition, and applied food science.

📋 Admission Status: JEMAS PG 2026 entrance examination was held on July 5, 2026 and merit-based admissions to AIIHPH M.Sc Applied Nutrition 2026 are expected to proceed following result declaration.

AIIHPH Kolkata M.Sc Applied Nutrition Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Annual Tuition Fee	INR 24,000
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 48,000

• Confirm the current fee structure with AIIHPH Kolkata before admission.

AIIHPH Kolkata M.Sc Applied Nutrition Admission 2026

Event	Date
JEMAS PG 2026 Registration	May 19 to May 31, 2026
JEMAS PG 2026 Exam	July 5, 2026

• JEMAS PG is conducted by WBJEEB and results are available on wbjeeb.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Sc Honours in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Biochemistry, Physiology, or Food Technology with a minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university
• B.Sc in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks is also accepted as a qualifying degree for admission
• Valid JEMAS PG 2026 rank from the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board is mandatory for merit-based seat allotment

Admission Process

• Appear in the JEMAS PG 2026 examination conducted by WBJEEB and obtain a valid rank on wbjeeb.in
• Check the provisional merit list and available seats for M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata
• Attend the document verification round on the date notified by AIIHPH or WBUHS for the 2026 cycle
• Submit original certificates including qualifying degree mark sheets, JEMAS PG scorecard, and category certificates if applicable
• Pay the prescribed fee and collect the official admission confirmation letter from AIIHPH Kolkata

✓ Opt for this if

• Seeking a low-cost government M.Sc Applied Nutrition degree in Kolkata
• Background in food science, nutrition, dietetics, or biochemistry from a recognised university
• Targeting careers in government nutrition programmes or public health nutrition research
• Preferring a research-oriented programme at a premier central government institution

✗ Skip if

• B.Sc was not in an eligible nutrition or life science discipline
• JEMAS PG rank does not meet the AIIHPH Applied Nutrition cutoff
• Looking for a programme with a larger cohort or multiple specialisation tracks
• Requiring an M.Sc from a private university with formal placement assistance

AIIHPH Kolkata M.Sc Applied Nutrition Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
CSS Post-Matric Scholarship for SC Students	Tuition fee reimbursement + INR 1,200 to 3,000 per month	SC students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year
CSS Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students	Tuition fee reimbursement + INR 1,200 to 3,000 per month	ST students with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per year
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarship	INR 10,000 to 20,000 per year	Top 20 percentile of Class 12 board with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs

• Apply through the National Scholarships Portal before the academic year deadline.

AIIHPH Kolkata M.Sc Applied Nutrition FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata?

Ans. The total course fee for the 2-year M.Sc Applied Nutrition programme at All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health Kolkata is INR 48,000. The annual fee works out to INR 24,000 per year. As a central government institute under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, AIIHPH maintains a highly subsidised fee structure. Candidates should confirm the latest fee details with the institute directly before the admission deadline.

Ques. How many seats are available for M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata?

Ans. The M.Sc Applied Nutrition programme at AIIHPH Kolkata has an intake of 20 seats affiliated to the West Bengal University of Health Sciences. Admissions are merit-based through the JEMAS PG entrance examination conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board. Seats are allotted in accordance with WBUHS reservation norms and the inter-se merit from the JEMAS PG result.

Ques. Which entrance exam is required for M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata?

Ans. Admission to M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata is based on the JEMAS PG examination conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board. The JEMAS PG 2026 examination was held on July 5, 2026, with online registration from May 19 to May 31, 2026. Candidates can access merit lists and seat allotment results on the official WBJEEB portal at wbjeeb.in after result declaration.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Applied Nutrition at AIIHPH Kolkata?

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc Honours degree in Food and Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Biochemistry, Physiology, or Food Technology from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. A B.Sc in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics with 50% marks is also accepted. In addition, candidates must hold a valid JEMAS PG rank to be considered for merit-based seat allotment at AIIHPH Kolkata.

Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Applied Nutrition from AIIHPH Kolkata?

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Applied Nutrition from AIIHPH Kolkata are eligible for roles in government nutrition programmes such as the National Health Mission, POSHAN Abhiyaan, and the Integrated Child Development Services. Other career avenues include clinical dietetics, public health nutrition consulting, food industry positions, and teaching at nutrition and food science departments in universities. A central government academic background adds recognition to the degree across health sector recruiters.

Ques. Is AIIHPH Kolkata affiliated to a university for M.Sc Applied Nutrition?

Ans. Yes, the M.Sc Applied Nutrition programme at All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health Kolkata is affiliated to the West Bengal University of Health Sciences. AIIHPH operates under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, and is one of the oldest central government public health institutions in the country. The degree awarded is recognised under the WBUHS framework for health science postgraduate qualifications.