The Dairy Engineering Department has been a key part of the Faculty of Dairy Technology since the College of Dairy Technology, Udgir, was established in 2008. The department is actively involved in teaching, research, and extension activities. Each year, the college admits 32 candidates into its B. Tech in Dairy Technology Graduate Program. The Dairy Engineering Department offers a total of 15 different courses, including core courses.
The department plays a significant role in imparting foundational knowledge to trainees through training programs, seminars, and courses organized in collaboration with ICAR, ATMA, and the Alumni Association of the College of Dairy Technology, Udgir. Additionally, the department provides research and consultancy services to various public and private sector organizations and receives research and modernization grants from ICAR.

Mission

To produce competent professionals who can tackle challenges and provide viable solutions to problems in Dairy Engineering.

• To acquire and disseminate quality knowledge in Dairy and Food Engineering.
• To integrate knowledge and skills for excellence in the profession through continuous learning and to contribute to the well-being of society in the dairy sector.
• To organize training programs, seminars, workshops, and other activities on various topics in Dairy and Food Engineering, strengthening knowledge, human resource development, and relationships with dairy plants.
• To enhance technical knowledge and research aptitude, enabling us to serve society with a high level of competence.