MSc Biotechnology Admissions 2025

Admission to the MSc Biotechnology course is based on both merit and entrance exam. MSc Biotechnology admission will be based on an entrance exam such as CUET PG, BHU PET, BITSAT, and GATE. Different colleges hold their own admissions exams for Biotechnology as well. To be eligible for admission to the MSc Biotechnology, students must have a minimum of 50% in bachelor's degree in Physics, Biological Sciences, Food Science, Nursing, or Pharmacy, BPT, BMIT, or any other related discipline. The minimum score required for ST/SC/OBC students is 45%. The average MSc Biotechnology course fee ranges between INR 40K and INR 2.40 LPA.  

The top MSc Biotechnology universities in India include JNU (Jawaharlal Nehru University), BHU (Banaras Hindu University), IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) and others. The two-year MSc Biotechnology programme focuses on teaching the application of biological processes which enables the creation of novel technology and goods in a wide range of industries.

Graduates with a BA in Psychology have a variety of career options including Laboratory Technician, Professor, Entrepreneur, Research Associate, etc. An average salary for a MSc Biotechnology graduate is between INR 3 and 6 LPA.

The following are the key highlights of the MSc Biotechnology programme:

The students must determine their eligibility to pursue an MSc Biotechnology. Following is the MSc Biotechnology eligibility criteria which interested applicants must satisfy:

• A bachelor's degree in Physics, Biological Sciences, Food Science, Nursing, or Pharmacy, BPT, BMIT, or any other related discipline is required
• Students must have a minimum aggregate score of 50% to get admission to the MSc Biotechnology course
• Students who fall into ST/SC/OBC category must have a minimum aggregate score of 45%

The average fees for MSc Biotechnology course ranges between INR 40K - 2.5 LPA.

1. Graduate Aptitude Test - Biotechnology (GAT-B)

 Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology (GAT-B), is an all India Entrance Examination to test the eligibility of bonafide Indian nationals for admissions to DBT supported Postgraduate programmes in Biotechnology and allied areas, at  institutions/universities. Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology (GAT-B) is conducted by RCB, Faridabad. Admission is given on basis of Graduate Aptitude Test for Biotechnology (GAT-B) in:

• JNU (Jawaharlal Nehru University), 
• BHU (Banaras Hindu University)

2. Joint Admission Test for Masters (JAM) IIT

It is another entrance exam conducted by the IIT(Indian Institute of Technology) for granting admission to the MSc Biotechnology course.

The MSc Biotechnology Entrance Exam syllabus is as follows.

GAT-B MSc Biotechnology Entrance Exam Syllabus:

There will be multiple choice questions of the level of 10+2 out of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. 

Other than this there will be multiple choice questions of Bachelor’s (Graduate) level requiring thinking and analysis from Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied areas as per syllabus given below:

• Biomolecules-structure and functions 
• Viruses- structure and classification
• Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure 
• Molecular structure of genes and chromosomes
• History of Immunology
• Major bioinformatics resources and search tools
• Restriction and modification enzymes
• Totipotency
• Animal cell culture
   

IIT JAM MSc Biotechnology Entrance Exam Syllabus:

The Biotechnology (BT) Test Paper comprises questions from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.

Syllabus of Biology (10+2+3 level)

• Cell Biology
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• Molecular Biology
• Evolution
• Microbiology
• Plant Biology
• Animal Biology
• Ecology

Syllabus of Chemistry (10+2+3 level)

• Structure and properties of Atoms
• Bonding in molecules
• Chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and equilibrium
• Physical and chemical properties of compounds
• Chemistry of organic compounds
• Instrumental techniques - Spectroscopy
   

Syllabus of Mathematics (10+2 level)

• Sets
• Relations and Functions
• Logarithms
• Trigonometry
• Permutations and Combinations
• Vectors
• Matrices and Determinants
• Functions
• Statistics
• Probability

Syllabus of Physics (10+2 level)

• Units and measurements; 
• Motion in one and two dimensions;
• Laws of motion
• Thermal properties of matter
• Heat and laws of thermodynamics;
• Kinetic theory of gases
• Electromagnetic waves
• Alternating currents
• Optics

MSc Biotechnology admission is typically granted through an entrance exam by recognised institutes in India. Candidates must first research the admissions procedure for the respective institute before applying for MSc Biotechnology admission. To take the entrance exam, students must demonstrate that they meet all of the prerequisites. The candidate will be selected for MSc Biotechnology admission at the respective institute based on their performance in the entrance exam.

However, for MSc Biotechnology admission, some colleges offer direct admission, or admission without taking an entrance exam. In this case, the applicant must apply directly to the institute and ensure that they meet the direct admission cut off.

The MSc Biotechnology admissions procedure differs from college to college because different colleges and universities conduct different types of entrance exams. However, there are some prerequisites that students must complete before being admitted to MSc Biotechnology courses. Students may examine the steps listed below. 

• Students must choose the MSc Biotechnology college where they want to pursue their MSc Biotechnology. They must look for application and admission dates. 
• Once the application process begins and a link for applying online/offline is available, students must apply for the examination and double-check other details. 
• The students have to study for and take the examination. 
• Students are able to access their results on the official website, and if they pass the exam, they must attend the counselling session hosted by their respective colleges or universities. In order to attend the counselling session, students have to pay an additional fee. 
• After this, the colleges release the final admission list containing the students who have been chosen. The names of the students are published on the official website. Students are given an offer letter to enrol in the MSc Biotechnology course. 
• The students have to acknowledge the offer letter and submit the prescribed MSc Biotechnology fees in the specified time frame. 

The application procedure for MSc Biotechnology differs based on the admissions process followed by different colleges and universities. Candidates can, however, apply to their preferred college either online or offline. However, almost all colleges now handle admissions online. Candidates can register and fill out the application form on the official website by uploading the required documents and providing the necessary information.

Following are the documents required for the MSc Biotechnology course: 

• Graduation Mark Sheet Photocopy (All Years)
• Photocopies of high school and intermediate marksheets, as well as certificates  
• Original Aadhaar cards
• 4 passport-size photographs
• Certificate of Caste (If Applicable)
• Domicile Certificate (for candidates from other states)