Prospectus

Centre for Nutrition and Dietetics Studies (CNDS) has been set up under the aegis of IGMPI registered as a non-profit society (under The Societies Registration Act, 1860) with the Government of India.The Centre is committed to promote proper diet and nutrition which is crucial to the health and happiness of the society at large.

CNDS is imparting education in the field of Nutrition and Dietetics to thousands of knowledge seekers in the classroom setting as well as research dissertation, field and online learning training programmes.

CNDS provides and education programmes and imparts extensive knowledge through classroom and online modes, in the holistic Nutrition programmes like Nutrition and Dietetics as well as specialized courses like diabetes education, paediatric nutrition, nutritional oncology, ayurvedic food and nutrition, obesity and weight management, clinical diabetology, nutritional gastroenterology and hepatology and many other programmes. Our courses are designed with outmost care given to the industry requirements and shaping careers in the field of Nutrition dietetics, medical and non-medical.

Students gets to experience the expertise from faculties who are specialized in Nutrition, dietetics, foods, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, etc. The centre is well equipped with all the teaching aids and advance laboratory equipment and devices.

The Centre is committed to making nutrition accessible to everyone through nutrition recommendations, easy-to-follow explanations, interactive two way communication lectures, dynamic presentations of the lectures.Apart from this the center provides ample opportunities for the students to comprehend the latest diet plans and nutrition requirements with hands-on practices in Industry, Hospitals and Clinics.

Post completion of the all the courses, CNDS also provides job and Internship placement assistance to students in an easy and effortless way.

The Post Graduate and Executive Diploma programmes of IGMPI in Good Manufacturing Practices, Regulatory Affairs, Intellectual Property Rights, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Public Health, Nanotechnology, Hospital Management, Product Management, Sales and Marketing Management, Clinical Research, Medical Writing, Drug Discovery and Development, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Coding have been duly assessed and approved by Quality Council of India, Government of India based on fulfillment of QCI's following criteria:

    1. Course Content
    2. Course Design
    3. Course Material
    4. Instructors
    5. Class size & Attendance
    6. Facilities
    7. Evaluation of Students
    8. Written Examination
    9. Certificate

IGMPI is also approved by Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) (FSSAI ID: TPINS18). IGMPI® is licensed by Department of Food Safety & Drug Administration under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 and registered under Food Safety and Standards Act 2006.

IGMPI is also approved by Sector Skills Council under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) setup by Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Govt of India (TC ID:TC342267).

IGMPI has been conferred with the prestigious "BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS (BIS) AWARD OF HONOUR 2023". QUALITY COUNCIL OF INDIA (QCI) has also conferred IGMPI with D.L. SHAH NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD, Certificate of Merit & ASSOCHAM has conferred IGMPI with the Services Excellence Award based on excellence of its services to the students and training participants.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is a member of International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and through the Indian National Committee (INC) which is a member of International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). BIS is also a member of regional standards bodies like Pacific Area Standards Congress (PASC) and South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO). India started taking part in IEC from 1911 and subsequently the then Indian Standards Institution (now BIS) took over the responsibility of Indian National Committee of IEC(INC-IEC) in 1949. Since then the INC-IEC is actively participating in the activities of the IEC both at the policy level and technical work and carrying out the responsibilities as member body of IEC Council. India is a member in Standards Management Board (SMB) of IEC since 2015.BIS has also signed Bilateral Cooperation Agreements (BCA)/Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA) with the National Standards Bodies of several countries like Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Egypt, European Union , Germany, Ghana, Greece, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Jordon, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Mali, Mauritius, Nigeria, Russia, Saudi Arabia , Slovakia, Slovenia, Suriname, USA, UAE, Uzbekistan, Viet Nam, Bhutan, Brazil, Israel, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies (NABCB), Quality Council of India is a member of International Accreditation Forum (IAF) & Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (PAC) as well as signatory to its MLAs for Quality Management Systems, Environmental Management Systems and Product Certification. NABCB is also a Full Member of International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) & Asia Pacific Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (APLAC) as well as signatory to its MRAs for Inspection.

The Centre for Nutrition & Dietetics Studies (CNDS) is committed to strengthening human resources through advanced research, innovation, and professional training in the field of nutrition and health. The centre integrates clinical nutrition, dietetics, food science, and applied research to meet the evolving needs of healthcare, wellness, and nutrition-based industries.

CNDS offers Project, Product Development, Internship, and Dissertation opportunities for graduates, postgraduates, research scholars, and working professionals in the fields of Clinical Nutrition, Dietetics, Food & Nutrition, Public Health Nutrition, and Allied Health Sciences. Each project is structured to ensure hands-on experience, practical exposure, and research competency, under the close supervision of experienced faculty members.
The programme places strong emphasis on project and product development–based dissertation work, including:

• Functional and therapeutic food product development
• Nutraceutical formulation and evaluation
• Diet-based food products for lifestyle and metabolic disorders
• Clinical nutrition intervention studies
• Nutritional assessment and diet planning research
• Community and public health nutrition projects

Research topics are designed in line with current healthcare requirements, consumer trends, and academic standards. All project and dissertation work is conducted with continuous faculty involvement, ensuring scientific accuracy, innovation, and compliance with university norms.

The primary objective of the programme is to enhance practical skills, analytical ability, and professional competence, giving students a distinct advantage in career paths such as clinical dietetics, nutrition research, wellness consulting, hospitals, academia, NGOs, and health-focused industries.

Each student is allotted a dedicated project guide who mentors them throughout the project, product development, or dissertation period. Faculty members devote time, expertise, and resources to plan, guide, and successfully complete each project in a structured and professional manner.

CNDS admits a significant number of trainees every year referred by Universities and Educational Institutions for hands-on training, academic projects, and dissertation work. Students are exposed to real-life clinical, community, and industry-oriented scenarios, enhancing confidence, competence, and professional readiness.

Currently, students from reputed universities across the country are pursuing their project, product development, and dissertation work at CNDS in areas such as clinical nutrition, lifestyle disorder management, functional foods, nutraceuticals, maternal and child nutrition, and community nutrition.

The centre provides access to essential research facilities, academic resources, and expert guidance required for high-quality nutrition research. Students may also opt for short-term internships, summer projects, or full academic-year dissertation work, enabling comprehensive learning and applied research exposure. Students from B.Sc., M.Sc., Postgraduate Diploma, and allied health science programs have successfully completed their projects, product development, and dissertation work at CNDS, meeting university requirements while gaining industry-relevant knowledge and practical expertise.

Eligibility

Graduation in Science and Candidates appearing for the final year of Bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification exam or awaiting their results, are also eligible to apply.

Fees

Students are required to pay 35,000/- for 1 months project work, 45,000/- for 3 months project work, 55,000/- for 6 months project work and Rs. 90,000/- for 12 months project work. This covers all laboratory expenses. Programme fee shall not be refundable at any case.

Programme Duration

As specified in respective University norms.

Methodology

1. Identifying scope of the topic: Topic of the project will be analyzed by the experts. It’s widest possible scope will be considered and worked upon.
2. Planning: Effective strategies will be developed and planned wisely so as to make it possible to carry out maximum study and work in the specified time.
3. Execution of the Strategy: The plan for the project will be followed step by step to complete the project successfully in the stipulated time period, giving student the maximum benefit of knowledge and expertise. Hands-on experience will be provided with Practical analysis and prototyping so that students are made aware of the Industrial applications and their Implementation.
4. Preparation of Project Report: Writing of project report is the last and most important part of a project. Documenting all the literature review, procedures and results are important aspects of a successful project report. Thus, report should be prepared in the best possible manner, which will be ensured by the experts of our team.

Registration

The registration dates for this programme run by the Institute are updated timely on the webpage. Effective online learning tools incorporated into the design of the webpage make the course lectures, online live classes and study material easily accessible. This gives a huge window of self-regulated and self-paced performance to the participants.

Certification

On the successful completion of their project/Dissertation, a certificate of completion will also be awarded by Faculty of Food Safety & Quality, IGMPI.

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