B.Tech Food Technology Entrance 2083: TU IOST Form Is Now Open

The Institute of Science and Technology (IOST), Tribhuvan University, has opened the online application form for the four-year, semester-based B.Tech (Food Technology) program for the academic year 2083. If you have completed +2 Science and want a career in food science, this is the single entrance exam that opens the door to Padmashree College, Tinkune and ten other campuses across Nepal.

Here is everything you need: the key dates, application fees, eligibility, exam pattern, exam centres, the full list of colleges with seat quotas, and how placement and admission work after the result.

Quick summary—B.Tech Food Technology 2083

• Form opens: Asar 15, 2083 (Monday) 
• Regular-fee deadline: Shrawan 29, 2083 
• Late (double-fee) window: Shrawan 30 – Bhadra 4, 2083
• Entrance exam: Bhadra 7, 2083 (Sunday), 1:00 PM
• Application: 100% online via iost.tu.edu.np
• Regular fee: NPR 1,650 | Double fee: NPR 3,300

Important Dates at a Glance

• Form opens (regular fee begins): Asar 15, 2083
• Regular-fee deadline: Shrawan 29, 2083 
• Double-fee (late) window: Shrawan 30 – Bhadra 4, 2083 
• Entrance exam: Bhadra 7, 2083 (Sunday), 1:00 PM
• Exam centre details: to be published separately by IOST

(BS dates are taken directly from the official IOST notice and are authoritative. AD equivalents are approximate please confirm against a Nepali calendar.)

What Is B.Tech in Food Technology?

B.Tech (Food Technology) is a four-year, eight-semester undergraduate degree under Tribhuvan University's Institute of Science and Technology. It blends food science, chemistry, microbiology, processing, quality control, and product development — preparing graduates for Nepal's growing food, dairy, beverage, and agro-processing industries, as well as quality-assurance, R&D, food-safety, and entrepreneurship roles.

For +2 Science graduates who want a science career that is hands-on, lab-based, and directly job-linked, food technology is one of the most practical and under-rated options in Nepal. 

Eligibility — Who Can Apply

You are eligible to apply for the B.Tech Food Technology 2083 entrance if you meet any one of the following:

• 10+2 (Science) / I.Sc. or equivalent: Chemistry and Mathematics of 100 full marks each, passed in at least second division or Final Grade C, with English of at least 100 full marks. A minimum GPA 1.6 is required in the other subjects.
• CTEVT three-year diploma: with English, Chemistry, and Mathematics of 100 full marks each, passed in at least second division.
• A-Level: with English, Chemistry, and Mathematics of 100 full marks each, achieving at least a D grade (with or without small letter) in each subject.
• Foreign qualifications: applicants with degrees from foreign institutions must submit an equivalence certificate from the Curriculum Development Centre, Sanothimi, Bhaktapur.

How to Apply — Completely Online

1. Go to the IOST website iost.tu.edu.np and fill the application form yourself, then submit it online through the same website.
2. Pay the entrance fee through any branch of Global IME Bank into the IOST account (Kirtipur branch), or pay digitally using the app/link available in the admission portal. The bank voucher number or Product ID is mandatory while filling the online form.
3. Upload clear, readable copies of your documents: transcript, mark-sheet, equivalence certificate (if applicable), your signature in black ink, and an MRP-standard photo. Blurry or unreadable documents will not be accepted.
4. After submitting, print the Confirmation Page immediately.
5. A few days before the exam, download your admit card from the portal and take a colour print. Carry the admit card and a photo ID (citizenship, national ID, driving licence, or your previous level's admit card) to the exam.

(The entrance exam fee is non-refundable. Apply early during the regular-fee window to avoid the double fee.)

Application Fees

• Regular fee — NPR 1,650: Asar 15 – Shrawan 29, 2083
• Double (late) fee — NPR 3,300: Shrawan 30 – Bhadra 4, 2083

Entrance Exam Pattern

The entrance exam is worth 100 marks and consists entirely of objective / multiple-choice questions based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus:

• Chemistry — 25 marks
• Mathematics — 25 marks
• Physics — 25 marks
• Language Aptitude (English) — 25 marks
• Total — 100 marks

Other key rules:

• Duration: 2 hours
• No negative marking on any objective question
• Pass mark: 35% of the full marks

How placement is decided: the merit list is prepared on entrance marks. If two candidates score equal marks, priority goes to Chemistry marks first, then Mathematics, then Physics, then Language Aptitude (English), and finally the lower academic level. These tie-break scores are not published.

Exam Districts

While filling the online form, you select one exam district from the following four:

• Kathmandu Valley
• Sunsari
• Kaski
• Chitwan

Colleges Offering B.Tech Food Technology (with Seat Quotas)

Eleven campuses and colleges run the B.Tech Food Technology program under IOST. Here is the full list with the allotted quota for 2083:

1. Padmashree International College, Tinkune, Kathmandu — 24 seats
2. Central Campus of Technology, Hattisar, Dharan — 48 seats
3. National College of Food Technology, Naya Bazar, Khusibu — 24 seats
4. Lalitpur Valley College, Jawalakhel — 24 seats
5. Goldengate International College, Battisputali, Kathmandu — 24 seats
6. Nagarik College, Gaidakot, Nawalparasi — 24 seats
7. Pokhara Science and Technology Campus, Pokhara — 24 seats
8. Birat Multiple College, Biratnagar — 24 seats
9. Nilgiri College, Itahari — 24 seats
10. Dharan Multiple Campus, Dharan — 24 seats
11. Sunsari Technical College, Dharan — 24 seats

(Note: Central Campus of Technology, Dharan also has a separate regular + donation-quota provision; details on 025-570226 or cct.tu.edu.np.)

After the Result Placement, Admission & Scholarships

Once the entrance result is published, each candidate downloads their score sheet and contacts the college where they wish to enroll. Admission is then confirmed at the chosen college based on the merit/placement list and available seats.

• Inclusive quota: reserved seats are filled as per Tribhuvan University's reservation regulations, 2074.
• Scholarships: Campuses and colleges award scholarships per the IOST scholarship guidelines, 2079 (including the 2082 amendment).
• Program delivery: the course runs on the semester system as per the 2074 directive.

Studying B.Tech Food Technology at Padmashree College, Tinkune

Padmashree College is one of the eleven IOST-affiliated colleges authorized to run B.Tech Food Technology, with a quota of 24 seats. For students based in or around Kathmandu, Padmashree's Tinkune location is a real advantage  central, well-connected by public transport, and close to Koteshwor and the airport.

What students value about doing B.Tech Food at Padmashree:

• Practical, lab-based learning with food-science facilities
• Industry exposure through field visits and internships
• An established campus (since 2007) with an alumni base across Nepal's food and IT sectors
• Need-cum-merit scholarship support

If you are planning to sit for the IOST entrance and want Padmashree as your placement choice, our admission team can walk you through the form, documents, and next steps. Learn more on our B.Tech Food Technology program page or reach out via the admission page.

Need help with your B.Tech Food application or placement at Padmashree? Call our admission counselor at 01-4112252 or 01-4112403, or visit our campus at Raja Janak Marg, Tinkune, Kathmandu. We're open Sunday–Friday.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the B.Tech Food Technology 2083 entrance form open and close?

The online form opens on Asar 15, 2083 and the regular-fee deadline is Shrawan 29, 2083. A double-fee (late) window runs from Shrawan 30 to Bhadra 4, 2083. After that the online form closes automatically.

What is the B.Tech Food Technology 2083 entrance exam date?

The entrance exam is scheduled for Bhadra 7, 2083 (Sunday) at 1:00 PM. The exact exam centre will be published separately by IOST.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech Food Technology?

10+2 Science (or equivalent / I.Sc.) with Chemistry and Mathematics of 100 full marks each, passed in at least second division or Final Grade C, with English of at least 100 full marks and minimum GPA 1.6 in other subjects. CTEVT three-year diploma holders and A-Level students with the required subjects are also eligible.

What is the entrance exam pattern?

It is 100 marks of objective multiple-choice questions based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabus — Chemistry 25, Mathematics 25, Physics 25, and Language Aptitude (English) 25. The duration is 2 hours, there is no negative marking, and 35% is required to pass.

How much is the application fee?

The regular application fee is NPR 1,650. During the late window (Shrawan 30 – Bhadra 4) the double fee of NPR 3,300 applies. The entrance exam fee is non-refundable.

Where can I study B.Tech Food Technology in Kathmandu?

Padmashree College in Tinkune, Kathmandu is one of the TU-affiliated campuses offering B.Tech Food Technology, with a quota of 24 seats. After passing the IOST entrance and securing placement, you can confirm admission at Padmashree.

Where are the entrance exam centres?

While filling the online form you choose one exam district from Kathmandu Valley, Sunsari, Kaski, or Chitwan.