Agriculture

Dairy Technologist

Develops and improves processes for producing milk-based products.

ScienceNSQF Level 6
At a glance
Salary range in India
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year
Market demand
growing
LowVery High
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Work environment
Office / Hybrid / Remote

Your pathway into Dairy Technologist

1
Step 1
Polytechnic diploma (3 years)
2
Step 2
Lateral entry to degree
3
Step 3
Industry placement

Skills you'll need

crop knowledge
Core skill
environmental awareness
Core skill
technical skills
Core skill
physical fitness
Core skill
data analysis
Core skill

Salary breakdown in India

Junior (0–2 yrs)
Entry Level
Mid (2–5 yrs)
Mid Level
Senior (5–8 yrs)
₹2.0L – ₹5.0L/year
Lead / Head
Upper Range

What does a Dairy Technologist actually do?

Develops and improves processes for producing milk-based products.