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The basic eligibility criteria for becoming a food scientist is that the candidate must need a bachelor's degree in food science, microbiology or any science related field from a recognized institution. Specific food science related certification are generally not required for a food scientist, but they can help enhance your career once you start working.

Yes, you can too become a food scientist. You just need to research based on the food science related field too.

Any science related field is preferred where you study the fundamental principles involved in the food science.

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First of all Complete a Bachelors Degree Program. Then Earn an Advanced Degree.
Attend workshops/certification programs
Job opportunities of food scientists:
Research and development departments of all food companies like Nestle, Britannia, Cadbury, Pepsico etc.

All government universities under ICAR, CSIR, CFTRI etc. as research scientists.

Government Regulatory bodies like BIS, FSSAI, FFRC,DFRL, WHO, NIN, ICMR etc.

All government and private universities as professors, involved in teaching as well as research.

One can apply for research projects independently, for which government provide proper funding.

Research project collaborations can be done with foreign universities also.

SALARY OF FOOD SCIENTISTS:

Starting salary after a masters degree maybe around 40-60,000 per month which may gradually increase with experience up to 1-2 lakhs per month.

Hope this helps you.
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