M.Sc. in Biotechnology 

at Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Sodepur

Yes, you can get direct admission into Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology through the Management Quota. There are several seats available at the Institute in Management Quota which allows direct or spot admission.

Eligibility Criteria:

• 10+2 with 45% aggregate
• Accepting Exams: WBCHSE, CBSE 12th, JENPAS UG

GNIPST offers B.Sc in Medical Laboratory Technology with 120 seats, B.Sc in Biotechnology with 40 seats, B.Sc in Microbiology with 40 seats and B.Sc in Genetics with 30 seats and each has a total tuition fees of 2.50 lacs .

It has total 230 seats for B.Sc .

GNIPST, which stands for Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, is categorized as a Tier 1 institute. This classification typically indicates that it meets certain standards of excellence in terms of infrastructure, faculty expertise, research output, and academic programs. Tier 1 institutes are often regarded as top-tier institutions within their respective fields, attracting high-caliber students and contributing significantly to advancements in pharmaceutical Science and technology.

GNIPST (Guru Nanak institute of pharmaceutical and Science technology) is one of the best institute that offers pharmacy in West Bengal. It is one of the best private institutes in West Bengal.

It had a rank of #84 out of 125 in India in  2022, #2nd in Kolkata, #2 in West Bengal whereas it dropped to #87 out of 125 in India in 2023, #3rd in Kolkata, #3 in West Bengal.

The cutoff is different every year for Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology (GNIPST) according to the number of applicants and seats available. The GPAT scores are used more or less as a qualifying cutoff; students scoring above or equal to this cutoff get considered for M.Pharm admission. Although GNIPST does not declare an exact cut off, usually it follows the general category cut off which GPAT has announced recently for the year 2023 at around 160–170 marks. To confirm the cutoffs specifically released by GNIPST regarding GPAT, you must contact the admissions office directly or visit the official website of GNIPST.

It is hoped that GNIPST cutoff list will come out after WBJEE result announcement. As WBJEE examination is scheduled for April 28, 2025, and the results are expected by June 6, 2025; therefore, it can be said that the GNI PG cut off list may be declared around June or July of 2025. But however it should be noted specifically that there might be some changes in date and to obtain more precise real-time updates one needs to visit GNIPST’s official website or directly call them up in their admission office.

Presently, the Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology (GNIPST) generally sets its cut-off in comparison to the common entrance tests like GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) for M.Pharm admissions. The institute does not always specify the cut-off score. Generally, applicants who clear the GPAT qualifying marks released by the governing bodies are eligible to apply. For the most recent and the latest cutoff, one should go directly to the admissions office of GNIPST or updates on their official website.

When comparing GNIPST and BCDA College of Pharmacy and Technology, GNIPST tends to have a slight edge. It typically boasts better infrastructure, including facilities like laboratories and libraries. Additionally, GNIPST tends to have slightly better placement records, meaning its students may have slightly more opportunities for employment after graduation. Overall, GNIPST is considered slightly superior when considering factors like infrastructure, placement, and other relevant aspects.

GNIPST has an excellent record of placement through out its courses. For instance about 80-90% of B.Pharm graduates get jobs from top firms such as Cipla, Dr.Reddy’s and Sun Pharma among others. On average B.Pharm graduates earn between 3-4 Lacs per annum.

The M.Pharm programme has even higher placement rates that range from 90% to 95%. This includes students who are absorbed into research firms like Pfizer, GSK and Novartis. The M.Pharm graduates earn an estimated 5-6 Lacs per annum on average.

About 70-80% of graduates from Pharmaceutical Technology and Quality Assurance find jobs in companies like Johnson & Johnson, Abbott and Biocon. For these courses, wages are estimated around four to five Lacs rupee annually.