Department of Food Process Engineering
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About the Department
Food Process Engineering is a multidisciplinary professional field that interprets the application of engineering principles food matrix, and mathematical solutions to food manufacturing and operations, including the processing, production, handling, storage, conservation, control, packaging and distribution of food products. Due to the complex nature of food materials, food engineering also combines the study of more specific chemical and physical concepts such as biochemistry, microbiology, food chemistry, thermodynamics, transport phenomena, rheology, and heat & mass transfer etc.
Food engineers apply this knowledge to the cost-effective design, production, and commercialization of sustainable, safe, nutritious, healthy, appealing, affordable and high-quality ingredients and foods. As well as also to the development of food systems, machinery, and instrumentation. Furthermore, the importance of food process engineering lies in the fact that it has the capability to provide food to our population through scientific conservations, eliminating available losses and making available more balanced and nutritious food. The Department was started in the year 2003 and established with well-furnished laboratories for food Microbiology, food Biochemistry, food Analysis, fruits and vegetable processing, bakery and confectionery and DST-FIST supported Food Engineering and Properties laboratory.
The main focus our department into processing and preservation, which involved stabilizing and sterilizing foods, preventing spoilage, and preserving nutrients in food for prolonged periods of time. More specifically adopting traditional and technological advancement in processing of food viz., dehydration and concentration, protective packaging, spray drying, freeze-drying and super critical extraction in food processing. Other activities which include modern extrusion cooking process, ohmic and pulsed electric field process etc.
Department of Food Process Engineering
2003
Established
5
Faculty & Staff
304
Publication
8
Funded Projects
21
Patents Published
17
PhD Awarded
Vision
To educate and train the students about the advanced and emerging techniques in the area of Food Process Engineering so as to serve as technologists, managers, Food safety officers, Auditors and Entrepreneurs of the food industries and to emerge as a centre of excellence in training, research, outreach and consultancy services in food industrial sector with a focus on value addition of agricultural produce, food bioprocessing and technology, nutraceuticals, phyto medicine, food nutrition, food quality and safety.
Mission
To produce trained technical manpower of highest standard in the field of food safety and quality, Food and Nutritional Biotechnology sector.
To re-orient and develop safe food products by applying fundamental and applied technologies.
To provide solutions to the problems and leadership in the areas of education, training and research.
To provide Industry consultancy program for start-up food industries, micro, medium and small-scale industries

Dr. Periyar Selvam S
Head of the Department
hod.food.ktr.et@srmist.edu.in
Welcome message
Welcome to the Department of Food Process Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, where innovation meets sustainability in the dynamic world of Food Science and Technology. Integration of Science, Technology and Engineering is key to solving complex challenges like food scarcity, waste reduction, and the development of healthier, more sustainable food products.
Our department’s vision aligns with the global goals of reducing food waste, minimizing environmental impact, and optimizing resource use in the food industry. By advancing technologies that extend the shelf life of products, we aim to build resilient food systems that can sustainably feed the growing population. We believe that innovation in food processing is essential to achieving these objectives. Our faculty members collaborates with industry leaders, government bodies, and research institutions to pioneer solutions that the exploration of sustainable packaging solutions and the design of new food products that enhance food safety and nutritional quality.
Our programs offer a balance of classroom learning and experiential education. Students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities where they can apply what they have learned in real-world contexts. Companies like ITC foods, Aachi Masala, Britannia, Parle Agro, Perfetti, Hatsun Agro, Pepsi, Coca-Cola, Mega foods, Manna foods and Parikshan has recruited our students through the campus recruitment. Our students also qualified for the competitive examinations such as FSSAI exam and GATE, IELTS, TOEFL and other exams for pursuing their higher studies in the various reputed aboard institution. Our Alumni is working in both Central and State Government sectors as Technical Officers and Food Safety Officers.
At the Department of Food Process Engineering, we are passionate about shaping the future of food security and sustainability. We believe that through innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability, we can create a food system that not only meets the needs of today but also preserves the planet for future generations. Whether you are a prospective student, a researcher, or an industry professional, we invite you to explore the exciting work happening in our department and join us in making a difference.
Thank you for visiting our page. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community and working together to create a more sustainable, efficient, and safe global food system.
Faculty
Teaching environment and quality are central to SRMIST’s capabilities profile. Our Professors are the reason for our continued ability to foster vibrant and value adding learning experiences for our students. The success of our students’ in terms of their learning and overall development enabled by our faculty members is an area of focus of Leadership at SRMIST. Many opportunities are provided to our faculty members to conduct research and engage with the industry in consultancy and other projects. This platform brings to our faculty members an opportunity to expand their knowledge contribution as well as bring those rich experiential inputs to the classrooms and labs therefore benefiting our students
Infrastructure
The Department of Food Process Engineering is well-furnished with laboratories to aid in teaching and research activities.
Testimonials
Our faculty members have given a wide exposure to various techniques and interdisciplinary field apart from curriculum to cope up with the current advancement in the field of food Processing

G.Madhavan (Batch 2012)
Technical officer, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
Excellent infrastructure to conduct product quality analysis. International exposure by inviting lead speakers from abroad Universities & conducting National level conference & inviting Principal Research Scientists & Industry Professionals

Nitin Rana
Food Safety & Quality Analyst, Lead Auditor-ISO 22000:2005 (IRCA Approved) QHSE Manager, Sodexo Corporate Services-North Region, Noida.
The Department of Food Process Engineering had made my dreams come true, developing my skills and understanding beyond what I could have hoped for.

Muralidharan Jaganathan
Deputy Manager (R&D) Lotte India Corporation Limited.
"Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind" - Thank you SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University) and the Department of Food Process Engineering for training me for the real world!

Nidhi Chitlangia
Technical Officer Kwality Milk Foods Ltd.
I take mighty pleasure in describing about the department that played a major role in shaping the working phase of my life. Thanks to SRM for giving me the opportunity. Dedicated Staff members with sound technical knowledge and well equipped labs to explore practical knowledge had moulded me and to come out with true colours.

Abdul Basith
Assistant Manager - Quality Control. Amrit group's Food processing division Kolkata.
The department have equipped with knowledge to excel in my field and have opened an eye for my research

Venkatesh Muthiah
Production Officer, Cavinkare Dairy Division
The interdisciplinary subjects are linked with research work which helped me to gain knowledge about recent happenings.

Mrityunjay Anand
Technical officer, Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
Good department with best teachers who has bestowed us with both practical and theory skills.

Sangeetha raja
Managing trustee, Raja's Institute.
Food processing is not only about adding preservatives to preserve food beyond that there are various techniques employed to improve shelf life of food. Food Department never fades until human being exists.

Vivekanandan.S
New Product Development and Quality Control Executive, ID Fresh Foods Pvt.Ltd, Bangalore.
I am Thankful to faculty members who have inspired me to taste the fruit of success.

Aisham Fatima
Software engineer, TCS
Best department to explore with knowledge. Supportive and friendly faculty members with good infrastructure.

Mansi Kathuria
Systems Engineer, Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., Delhi
The department gave me knowledge about Food processing and had practical experience by arranging IV to industries like Pepsi, United Breweries etc.

Meenakshi Kashyap (2005 Batch)
Post Graduation in business administration from IGTC, Bangalore
The department helped me to face challenges in life learning, experimenting, discovering new phases and techniques of the engineering world.

Shilpa Zhamnani (2009 Batch)
Associate – Projects, Cognizant Technology Solutions
Contact us

Department of Food Process Engineering
School of Bioengineering, SRM Institute of Science and Technology,
Kattankulathur – 603203
- 044 2741 7816/ 044 27417856
- hod.food.ktr.et@srmist.edu.in