A prestigious one-year programme from the Indian Institute of Packaging, Chennai. Designed for working professionals and fresh engineering graduates aiming to lead in the global packaging industry.
The Certified Packaging Engineer programme is a structured, industry-aligned curriculum covering the full spectrum of modern packaging, from materials science and sustainable design to automation, regulatory compliance, and global supply chain management.
Delivered through live online sessions and hands-on laboratory demonstrations at IIP Chennai's accredited facilities, the programme is designed to fit around your professional schedule.
The Indian Institute of Packaging is India's premier institution for packaging education and research, operating under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. With over five decades of deep industry relationships, IIP's credentials carry genuine weight across global markets.
Qualifications recognized nationally and internationally, opening doors across Asia, Europe, and North America's packaging industries.
Learn from leading packaging professionals and international experts actively shaping modern packaging technology and policy.
Comprehensive education from sustainable material science to automation, robotics, regulatory compliance, and business management.
Evening classes and Sunday examinations designed to fit around working professionals without disrupting their careers.
Access to cutting-edge testing laboratories, virtual demonstrations, and fully accredited centres meeting international standards.
Connect with 100+ industry partners through exclusive seminars, collaborative projects, placement assistance, and dedicated conferences.
A progressive structure that builds from fundamentals to specialisation and industrial application.
Core principles and functions of packaging, selection criteria, structural engineering, and the application of CAD in modern design.
Advanced processing of glass and metal packaging, wooden palletization, closure systems, and cushioned packaging technology.
Automation in corrugated packaging, paperboard processing, and the development of biodegradable and sustainable packaging solutions.
Introduction to plastic processing, advancements in polymer packaging, and technical mould design for industrial applications.
Hands-on quality evaluation and characterization of primary packaging materials following global standards and testing protocols.
Recent advances in flexible packaging, active antimicrobial systems, nanotechnology, and modern digital printing workflows.
Innovative packaging solutions for food, pharmaceuticals, automobiles, cosmetics, and various specialized industrial sectors.
Integration of robotics, AI, and 3D printing in packaging machinery, focused on Industry 4.0 and end-of-line solutions.
Compliance with global standards (BIS, FSSAI, ASTM), logistics, materials management, and strategic packaging operations.
Practical analysis of packaging dynamic behavior, transit performance testing, and characterization of ancillary materials.
A structured industry placement with an IIP partner company to apply engineering principles in a professional live environment.
Independent research investigation and final oral defense before an expert panel to evaluate technical expertise and communication.
Thoughtfully structured to respect your professional commitments. Evening classes and Sunday examinations ensure you never have to choose between your current career and your next one.
Fundamentals of packaging design, rigid packaging (glass, metal, wood), fibre-based materials, and primary packaging testing.
July 2026 – October 2026Functional packaging & printing, specialized applications (Food, Pharma), Automation 4.0, and regulatory affairs management.
November 2026 – February 2027Industrial training, independent research dissertation, and comprehensive professional viva-voce.
March 2027 – June 2027Awards ceremony, gold, silver, and bronze medal presentation, and certification by IIP governing body.
Every aspect of the CPE programme is designed with one goal: to make you the most capable, credentialed, and well-connected packaging engineer in any room.
An IIP certification carries weight with employers across India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Hands-on exposure to the latest in sustainable packaging, automation, smart materials, and Industry 4.0 applications.
Instant access to an established global community of packaging professionals across dozens of industries and countries.
Industrial training placements, merit awards, and IIP's direct industry relationships actively support your career advancement.
Any graduate from a UGC-recognised university with an engineering background is eligible. The programme welcomes students from a wide range of disciplines.
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"Packaging is the silent ambassador of every product. A skilled packaging engineer does not merely contain goods. They protect lives, preserve quality, reduce waste, and define the very first experience a consumer has with a brand."
The Indian Institute of Packaging, Chennai, has spent over five decades building the foundation upon which India's packaging industry stands. The Certified Packaging Engineer programme represents our deepest commitment to producing professionals who are technically sound and genuinely industry-ready from day one.
We have designed this curriculum in close consultation with our network of over 100 industry partners, ensuring every module reflects real challenges that engineers face in the field today, from sustainable material selection and regulatory compliance to automation, global trade, and supply chain resilience.
Whether you are a fresh graduate seeking to specialise or a seasoned professional ready to formalise your expertise, the CPE credential will be one of the most meaningful investments you make in your career.
CPE graduates are placed across India's leading packaging, FMCG, pharma, and logistics companies.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals are awarded annually to the top-ranking students of the Certified Packaging Engineer programme, sponsored by leading packaging industry companies.
Seats are limited. Join over 5000 alumni who have built distinguished careers through IIP's Certified Packaging Engineer programme.
