Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science

49, New Marine Lines, India • 4000203.8(14)

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1955

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Mumbai University, Mumbai

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About Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science

Nirmala Niketan College of home science is a Christian minority grant-in-aid Institute affiliated with the University of Mumbai. Located in Mumbai the institute offers education in home science to women from all the spheres of society. The college offers courses at graduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. levels.

A number of vocational, diplomas, certificates, and add-on courses are also offered by the institute. Accredited grade “A” by the NAAC, Nirmala Niketan College of home science offers admissions to the courses on a merit basis.

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Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Highlights
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Courses
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Admission
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Placement
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Scholarships
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Facilities
Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science FAQs

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Highlight

Established I Institute Type	1955 I Private
Accredited to	NAAC “A”
Affiliated to	University of Mumbai
Courses Offered	B.Sc(General), B.Sc (Hons.), M.Sc (General), M.Sc (Hons.), Ph.D., Diploma and certification courses
Application mode	Online
Top Recruiters	Equinox Labs, future group, Nestle India, Danone Nutricia International Pvt Ltd, Mota chips
Admission Criteria	Merit-based and qualifying examination
Facilities Available	Library, research laboratories, hostel, computer labs, gymnasium, first aid center
Official Website	https://www.nirmalaniketan.com/

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Courses Offered

The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and other certification courses under different specializations.

Course	specialization	Details	Selection criteria
B.Sc (Hons.)	Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics, Human Development, Textile and Fashion Technology, Community Resource Management	Eligibility: Should pass the Higher Secondary School Certificate Examination (Std. XII) in Science stream from recognized school board with English, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects. Duration: 03 years Subjects: Fashion studies, textile and apparel marketing, Indian traditional embroidery, Food science, child development, contemporary social issues	Merit-Based
M.Sc (Hons.)	Food, Nutrition, and Dietetics, Human Development, Textile and Fashion Technology, Community Resource Management	Eligibility: Should pass bachelors of science in the relevant stream with the minimum aggregate marks Duration: 02 years Subjects: Clinical nutrition, nutrition epidemiology, advanced family studies, food quality and assurance, food safety, quality control, and shelf-life studies, nutrition for team sports.	Merit-Based
PhD	-	Eligibility: Should have a masters degree in home science or any relevant discipline with minimum aggregate marks of 55%	P.E.T
Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics and Applied Nutrition	-	Eligibility: Should pass B.Sc home science or any related discipline to be eligible to apply Duration: One year with 02 months internship	Merit-Based

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Admission Details

Admissions in Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science are based on the merits scored by the students in the latest qualifying examination.

For admissions in the Ph.D. program, candidates have to pass the Ph.D. Eligibility Test (P.E.T.)

How to Apply?

Candidates are required to download the application form from the official website of the university, fill in all the details thoroughly and submit it. Candidates are also required to generate a hard copy for the same for later submissions.
Candidates must fill and submit the application form within the time period notified by the college.
The college will announce the merit list on the official website and on the notice board of the college. Qualifying candidates are required to submit the below documents to confirm their admission and secure a seat.

Documents to be submitted by the student during admission :

Photo-copy of required mark-sheets
Transfer Certificate
Migration Certificate
Passing Certificate
Baptism Certificate
Caste Certificate
Documentary Evidence for Special Category status
Aadhar card
Certificates of achievements
Any relevant information about any medical condition

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Placements

The institute offers ample placement opportunities to students. The institute has a designated placement cell. The placement cell of the institute also provides 6-8 weeks long summer and winter internship opportunities to the students during the final year of their course. Frequent recruiters at Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science for different specializations are mentioned below:

Future Group	Equinox Labs	Hexagon Nutrition
Raw Pressery	Nestle India	Mother Dairy
Dignity Foundation	K11 Academy	Danone Nutricia International Pvt Ltd

After graduating, candidates can find themselves working in health, hospitality, textile industry, and HR departments.

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Scholarships

The institute offers various scholarship opportunities to meritorious students. There are a number of scholarships offered by UGC, the University of Mumbai, the government of India, and the government of Maharashtra. Students can apply for these scholarships online.

Apart from these, there are a few offline scholarships offered by the institute at the college level as well.

Scholarships Offered at Centre Scheme (Govt. of India)

Post Matric Scholarships Scheme for Minorities- offered by Ministry of Minority Affairs.
National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students – Scholarship- offered by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs.

Scholarships Offered Under UGC Schemes

PG Indira Gandhi Scholarship for Single Girl Child- offered by University Grants Commission MHRD
Post Graduate Scholarship for University Rank Holders- offered by University Grants Commission MHRD

Scholarships offered by the Government of Maharashtra

Post-Matric Tuition Fee and Examination Fee (Freeship)- offered by Social Justice and Special Assistance Department.
Post Matric Scholarship to VJNT, OBC, and SBS Students- offered by VJNT, OBC, and SBC Welfare Department.

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Facilities

The college offers a number of facilities to provide better infrastructure and cater to the need of their students:

Library- The College has a full-fledged library stacking books and journals for the students. Facilities such as a reading room, photocopy, printout, inter-library loan facility, and internet are also available.
Computer Laboratory- The computer lab of the college is well equipped facilitating students to learn various software as per their course syllabus.
Laboratories- The college has well equipped labs designed for students to conduct and perform practical and research.
Gymnasium- The College also has a gymnasium established for the students and faculty to use. This gym houses both aerobic and anaerobic exercise equipment under the supervision of competent fitness trainers.
Hostels- The institute provides boarding facilities for students coming from distant locations. The hostel also has a mess that serves subsidized meals.

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science FAQs

Ques. Is a student eligible to apply for more than one scholarship in Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science?

Ans. No, Candidates cannot apply for more than one scholarship or freeship. Students will be eligible to apply for only one scholarship.

Ques. What are the location and contact details of the Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science?

Ans. The College is located in 49, New Marine Lines, Mumbai, Maharashtra and is within walking distance from the Western and Central Railway terminus.

Ques. What are the student support facilities offered at Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science?

Ans. The College aims to take care of the student’s needs. Facilities such as remedial coaching and bridge courses are provided to establish a better understanding of concepts in students. The college also focuses on the development of soft skills. There are personal counseling sessions held to help students put forward their concerns and grievances.

Ques. Does Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science follows reservation policy?

Ans. No, as per the government’s rules, minority colleges are not required to set aside any seats for backward classes. Being a Christian minority institute, Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science only reserves 50% seats for the Christian minority students.

Ques. What are the job prospects after pursuing an M.Sc in food and nutrition from Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science?

Ans. There are ample opportunities available for students after graduating in M.Sc food and nutrition from Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science. Students can work in major MNCs in the food industry at job profiles such as nutritionist, food technologist, food scientist. They can also work in hospitals as dieticians or can start their own practices. Research profiles at various non-profits are also available for graduates to pursue.

Courses & Fees

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₹3,500

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₹23,592

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Pre Admission Online Enrolment [B.Sc]

Start: 25 May 2024

Last Date: 11 Jun 2024

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Home Science

Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Home Science)

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₹8,618

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₹22,764

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Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] (Home Science)

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Start: 22 May 2024

Last Date: 19 Jun 2024

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Food Processing and Preservation

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Food Processing and Preservation)

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₹40,227

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₹78,979

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Food Processing and Preservation

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Food Processing and Preservation)

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Human Development

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Human Development)

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₹16,682

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₹31,239

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Human Development

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Human Development)

₹16,682

₹31,239

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Food Nutrition and Dietetics

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Food Nutrition and Dietetics)

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₹16,682

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₹31,239

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Food Nutrition and Dietetics

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Food Nutrition and Dietetics)

₹16,682

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Sports Nutrition

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Sports Nutrition)

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₹40,227

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₹78,979

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Sports Nutrition

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Sports Nutrition)

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Fashion and Textile Technology

Master of Science [M.Sc] (Fashion and Textile Technology)

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₹16,682

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Dietetics & Applied Nutrition

Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics & Applied Nutrition

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₹23,592

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Design and Applied Ergonomics

Certificate Course in Workstation Design and Applied Ergonomics

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Certificate Course in Workstation Design and Applied Ergonomics

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Entrepreneurship

Certificate in Entrepreneurship [CIE]

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₹3,500

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₹3,500

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Entrepreneurship

Certificate in Entrepreneurship [CIE]

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Nutrition & Exercise for Fitness

Certificate Course in Nutrition & Exercise for Fitness

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₹3,500

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₹3,500

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Nutrition & Exercise for Fitness

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Ph.D. (Home Science)

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Admission Process

Admission to Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Placements & Recruiters

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Placement Details

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Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science Facilities

Nirmala Niketan College of Home Science in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

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