The Department of Food Process Technology at NIFTEM-Thanjavur is dedicated to advancing food processing innovations through cutting-edge research, academic excellence, and industry collaboration. The department plays a pivotal role in developing sustainable, efficient, and technology-driven solutions to enhance food quality, safety, and shelf life while ensuring minimal resource utilization.

The department offers M. Tech (Food Technology) in Food Process Technology and Ph.D. (Food Technology) in Food Process Technology, providing students with in-depth knowledge, hands-on experience, and research opportunities in emerging food processing technologies. Additionally, the department conducts specialized training programs and high-end workshops in Nonthermal Processing and Sensory Sciences to enhance industry knowledge and skill development. These include one-day and one-week training sessions designed for professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs seeking expertise in advanced food processing techniques and sensory evaluation.

The department houses two specialized research and innovation hubs:

Centre of Excellence in Nonthermal Processing
This center is at the forefront of developing advanced nonthermal food processing technologies, such as pulsed electric field processing, high-pressure processing, UV, Pulsed light, ultrasound, and cold plasma. These innovative techniques help retain nutritional integrity, improve food safety, and enhance product quality while minimizing thermal degradation. This is one of the unique centers in Asia, housed all nonthermal technologies under one roof. This center actively collaborates with industry partners, research institutions, and startups to drive commercialization and technology transfer.

School of Sensory Sciences
The School of Sensory Sciences focuses on sensory evaluation, consumer behavior, and product acceptability studies to ensure that food innovations meet consumer preferences and industry standards. The school integrates sensory science with food technology, helping manufacturers develop high-quality, consumer-friendly food products through scientific testing and analytics.

With a strong emphasis on research, education, and industry-driven solutions, the Department of Food Process Technology at NIFTEM-Thanjavur is committed to shaping the future of food processing and ensuring global food security through technological advancements.