Biotechnology

An interdisciplinary curriculum in biotechnology blends biology and technology to create cutting-edge solutions for industrial operations, healthcare, agriculture and environmental management. For an undergraduate program (Bachelor of Science, BSc), the curriculum normally lasts three to four years and offers a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical skills and research experience. Numerous topics are included in the biotechnology curriculum, such as genetics, molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, bioinformatics and genetic engineering. Along with these topics, students study environmental biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, bioprocess engineering and the moral, legal and societal ramifications of biotechnological breakthroughs.

Biotechnology Course Details: Highlights

Understanding the molecular processes and genetics of living things is the foundation of a career in Biotechnology courses. In essence, this creates a vital link between technology and biosciences. Please refer to the table below for more details:

Parameters	Course Details
Biotechnology Course Level	UG, PG, PhD, Diploma & Certificate
Biotechnology Course Duration	UG: 3 years PG: 2 Years PhD: 2-5 Years After 10th Diploma: 6 months to 1.5 Years
Biotechnology Eligibility Criteria	UG: Class 12 with PCMB from a recognized board. PG: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline. PhD: A master’s degree in a relevant discipline. After 10th Diploma: Class 10 score or its equivalent.
Biotechnology Admission Procedure	Merit-Based/Entrance-Based
Biotechnology Entrance Exams	IIT JAM, CUET, CUET-PG, ICAR AIEEA, AP PGCET, UGC NET, CPGET, CSIR NET, GATE, etc.
Biotechnology Course Fee	INR 360 – INR 10.47 Lakh
Biotechnology Colleges in India	Banaras Hindu University, Bharathiar University, Calcutta University, Delhi University, Amity University, CGC Landran, PSGCAS, etc.
Biotechnology Jobs	Biochemist, Epidemiologist, Lab Technician, Research Scientist, etc.
Biotechnology Salary in India	INR 2.8 LPA – INR 6 LPA
Biotechnology Top Recruiters	Biocon, Cipla, GlaxoSmithKline, Cadila Healthcare, Reliance Life Sciences, etc.

Biotechnology Courses Highlights

Particulars	Details
Biotechnology courses	B.Sc, B.Tech, M.Sc, M.Tech
Level of Biotechnology courses	Diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate
Minimum eligibility	10+2 qualified from science stream
Top colleges	IIT, AIIMS, DU, JNU
Top exams	DUET, JEE Main, GAT-B
Average salary	INR 3-5 L
Top Recruiters	Hospitals, Research Labs, Laboratories, Clinics, Pharma companies

Biotechnology Courses Eligibility Criteria

Those who want to make career in Biotechnology field can opt for different courses as per their eligibility. The table given below highlights different Biotechnology courses, duration and eligibility requirements for the same.

Name of the Course	Duration	Eligibility
Diploma in Biotechnology	3 years	10+2 passed
B.Sc in Biotechnology	3 years	Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology
B.Tech in Biotechnology	4 years	Candidates should have passed 12^th with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology as compulsory subjects
M.Tech in Biotechnology	2 years	Must hold graduation degree in either Physics, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology or in any other related discipline
M.Sc in Biotechnology	2 years	Should have B.Sc degree in relevant discipline
PhD in Biotechnology	3 years	Candidates should have completed relevant Master or PG programme

Biotechnology Courses: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q What is Biotechnology?

A. Biotechnology is amalgamation of bio-molecular processes and technology to develop useful products for humankind. It has huge applications in various fields including healthcare.

Q What are the Biotechnology courses offered by institutes?

A. Students can do different Biotechnology courses to make career in this field which is growing as never before. Colleges offer diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Biotechnology. B.Sc and B.Tech in Biotechnology are most sough after courses in Biotechnology.

Q What are the basic eligibility criteria for admission to Biotechnology courses?

A. Candidates should have passed 10+2 with science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as mandatory subjects.

Q. What are the top exams for admission to B.Sc in Biotechnology?

A. Some of the top exams for B.Sc in Biotechnology courses are as follows:

AIIMS Biotechnology Entrance Test
Delhi University Entrance Test (DUET )
Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology (GAT-B)
Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Entrance Examination (KIITEE)
Karnataka Common Entrance Test (KCET)

Q. Which are the top colleges for Biotechnology courses?

A. AIIMS, IIT, Delhi University, and JNU are some of the top institutes which offer courses in Biotechnology.

Q. What is the career scope in Biotechnology?

A. As Biotechnology encompasses both biology and technology and both have stake in our day to day normal lives, it offers a huge scope to students. There are ample job opportunities available in this field for those who have required degree in the Biotechnology. Students can make a career in both government and private sectors in the fields of Healthcare, Pharma, Food Industry, Agriculture, and many other domains.

Q. What are the job profiles in the field of Biotechnology?

Some of the job profiles after completing the courses in Biotechnology are given below: