Vellalar College for Women B.Sc Nutrition & Dietetics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The college offers a range of courses and conducts its own entrance exam for admissions, featuring 100 multiple-choice questions with no negative marking, open to students after their 12th exams. The faculty is highly qualified, with 98% holding PhDs. Despite some instances of rudeness, the staff is generally supportive, conducting thorough question-and-answer sessions. Course fees vary, with the Nutrition and Dietetics course costing Rs 1,778 annually. Additional costs include hostel fees, but the overall fee structure is lower than other institutions.

Scholarships, particularly for low-income students, and bank loans are available, facilitated by the Bank of Baroda. Students whose parents earn below Rs 1,00,000 per year can receive a scholarship of Rs 3,000. Tuition, being aided, is about Rs 3,000, with extra fees ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,000, plus transport charges. Placement opportunities involve over 12 companies yearly, with 60% of participating students securing jobs at major firms like Infosys and Mahindra. The highest and lowest salary packages are Rs 15,000 and Rs 9,000, respectively.

COVID-19 affected placements, reducing options significantly, but 300 students were still selected this year. Placement training is given to final-year students on Saturdays. Internships are limited, with a virtual option by Elite Diet Studio and some students opting for 30-day paid internships costing Rs 3,000 without stipends.