Certificate in Grain Milling & Processing

Description

Course Name: Certificate in Grain Milling & Processing

Course Id: CGMP/Q1001.
Eligibility: 10th Grade(High School) or Equivalent.

Duration: One Month.

Objective: The objective of this course is to provide learners with essential technical knowledge and hands-on skills in the milling and processing of various grains such as wheat, rice, maize, and pulses. The course covers cleaning, grading, milling techniques, machinery operation, quality control, packaging, and marketing, enabling participants to efficiently operate or establish grain milling units.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

 Key Benefits of Certification- Earning a professional certification not only validates your skills but also enhances your employability. Here are the major benefits you gain:

 Practical, Job-Ready Skills – Our certifications are designed to equip you with real-world, hands-on skills that match current industry demands — helping you become employment-ready from day one.

 Lifetime Validity – Your certification is valid for a lifetime — no renewals or expirations. It serves as a permanent proof of your skills and training.

 Lifetime Certificate Verification – Employers and institutions can verify your certification anytime through a secure and reliable verification system — adding credibility to your qualifications.

 Industry-Aligned Certification –All certifications are developed in consultation with industry experts to ensure that what you learn is current, relevant, and aligned with market needs.

 Preferred by Employers – Candidates from ISO-certified institutes are often prioritized by recruiters due to their exposure to standardized, high-quality training.

 Free Job Assistance Based on Your Career Interests – Receive personalized job assistance and career guidance in your preferred domain, helping you land the right role faster.

Syllabus

Introduction to Grain Milling Industry: Overview of the grain milling sector, Types of grains processed (wheat, rice, maize, millets, pulses), Importance of grain milling in food processing, History and development of grain milling, Major players in the industry, Market demand and consumer trends, Government policies and schemes, Challenges and opportunities, Scope for entrepreneurship, Career opportunities in milling and processing.

Grain Structure and Composition: Anatomy of cereal grains (bran, germ, endosperm), Nutritional composition of different grains, Factors affecting grain quality, Moisture content and its importance, Impurities and foreign materials, Grain hardness and milling suitability, Storage conditions affecting grain quality, Grain classification and grading, Sampling techniques for analysis, Use of grain composition in product development.

Pre-Milling Operations: Cleaning and grading of grains, Use of mechanical cleaners and separators, Destoning and magnetic separation, Conditioning and tempering of grains, Dehusking and peeling processes, Moisture control techniques, Importance of proper pre-milling, Machines used in pre-milling, Inspection of pre-milled grains, Automation in pre-processing.

Milling Techniques and Equipment: Principles of milling operations, Milling of wheat (roller mill), Milling of rice (huller and sheller), Milling of maize and other coarse grains, Hammer mills and disc mills, Pulse milling methods, Modern vs traditional milling methods, Flow diagram of milling process, Maintenance of milling equipment, Safety precautions in milling.

Grain Processing and Product Development: Processing into flour, semolina, bran, etc., Fortification of milled products, Development of value-added products, Extrusion and puffing processes, Blending of multigrain flours, Fermentation and instant mixes, Quality control during processing, Use of enzymes and additives, Packaging of processed products, Nutritional labeling.

Quality Control and Standards: Quality parameters of raw and finished products, Physical and chemical testing, BIS and FSSAI standards for grains and flour, Sampling and lab analysis, Hygiene and sanitation protocols, Food safety certifications (ISO, HACCP), Shelf-life testing, Prevention of contamination and infestation, Recordkeeping and traceability, Internal and external audits.

After successful completion of the Certificate in Grain Milling & Processing program, graduates gain technical knowledge and practical skills in handling, milling, processing, quality control, and packaging of grains such as wheat, rice, maize, and other cereals. The food processing industry in India offers growing opportunities due to increasing demand for processed grain products.

---

✅ Career Options After Certificate in Grain Milling & Processing – India

---

🌾 Industries That Employ Graduates

• Flour mills and grain processing units

• Food processing companies producing cereal products

• Grain storage and packaging companies

• Retail and wholesale flour distributors

• Exporters of grain and processed flour products

• Quality control and food safety agencies

---

💼 Entrepreneurial Opportunities

Graduates can:

• Start small-scale grain milling units producing wheat flour, maize flour, rice flour, etc.

• Offer custom milling services to farmers and food producers.

• Launch branded packaged flours and grain-based products.

• Provide consultancy and technical support to milling units.

💰 Earnings Potential:

• Small milling unit: ₹30,000 – ₹1 lakh/month profit

• Medium-scale milling business: ₹8 – ₹30+ Lakh per annum