| Year | Tuition Fees | Total |
| 1st Year | ₹ 14,400/- | ₹ 14,400/- |
| Total Fees | ₹ 14,400/- | |
| Course Name | Diploma |
| Course Level | Diploma |
| Course Mode | Full Time |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Accreditations | NAAC A++, NIRF |
The Diploma in Value Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables (DVPFV) from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) is a 1-year diploma program, extendable up to 3 years, offered in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online (OL) modes.
The program is designed for students, working professionals, homemakers, and food entrepreneurs, focusing on fruit and vegetable processing, preservation, value addition, quality control, and entrepreneurship.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme Name | Diploma in Value Added Products from Fruits and Vegetables |
| Programme Code | DVPFV |
| Duration | 1 Year (minimum) – 3 Years (maximum) |
| Mode | ODL & Online |
| Medium of Instruction | English & Hindi |
| Eligibility | 10+2 or equivalent |
| Admission Criteria | Merit-based, no entrance exam |
| Programme Fee | Rs. 14,400 (total) |
| Registration Fee | Rs. 500 |
| Mode of Exam | Online/Offline (as per IGNOU guidelines) |
| How to Apply | IGNOU ODL Admission / IGNOU Online Admission |
Educational Qualification: 10+2 or equivalent
Minimum Marks: No minimum percentage required
Age Limit: No age restrictions
Entrance Exam: Not required
IGNOU offers direct admission to this diploma program, without an entrance exam.
Visit the IGNOU Samarth Portal for ODL or IGNOU IOP Portal for Online mode.
Register as a new applicant with username, password, mobile number, and email ID.
Upload scanned copies of required documents.
Fill in the application form with academic and personal details.
Pay the Rs. 500 registration fee + Rs. 7,600 programme fee online.
Download and save the application confirmation.
| Document | Format | Maximum Size |
|---|---|---|
| Passport-size Photograph | JPG/JPEG | 100 KB |
| Signature | JPG/JPEG | 100 KB |
| Educational Certificates | PDF/JPG/JPEG | 200 KB |
| Experience Certificate (if applicable) | PDF/JPG/JPEG | 200 KB |
| Category Certificate (if applicable) | PDF/JPG/JPEG | 200 KB |
Check : IGNOU Admission 2026
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | 500 | One-time |
| Programme Fee | 7,600 | One-time |
| Exam Fee | Included | One-time |
Check : IGNOU Course & Fee
The curriculum covers fruit and vegetable processing, preservation techniques, food safety, and entrepreneurship skills, with compulsory practical training.
| Semester/Year | Subjects |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Introduction to Fruit and Vegetable Processing, Preservation Technology, Quality Control & Food Safety, Entrepreneurship & Marketing |
This diploma equips students for roles in the food processing, agriculture, and agribusiness sectors, as well as for self-employment ventures.
Job Roles: Food Processing Technician, Quality Control Officer, Product Development Specialist, Entrepreneur
Average Salary: INR 2.5–4 LPA
Highest Salary: Up to INR 6 LPA
Recruiters: Food processing companies, agricultural firms, NGOs, and startups
Q1. What is the duration of the IGNOU DVPFV diploma?
A: 1 year minimum, 3 years maximum.
Q2. What is the eligibility?
A: 10+2 or equivalent. No entrance exam required.
Q3. What is the fee structure?
A: Rs. 14,400
Q4. How do I apply?
A: Online via the IGNOU Samarth or IOP portal.
Q5. Is there any entrance exam?
A: No, admissions are merit-based.
Q6. What career opportunities are available?
A: Roles in food processing, quality control, agribusiness, and entrepreneurship.
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