Biotechnology Admission 2026: Registration Fees, Eligibility, Top Institutes/Colleges in India

Diya NihalaniContent Author
The admission to Biotechnology course is based on both the entrance tests and Class 12 scores.
Biotechnology Course- Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can see the table below for eligibility for the bachelor's degree.
| Course Level | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate |
Class 12 (PCB) + 50% |
| Postgraduate |
BSc Biotechnology + 50% |
| Doctorate |
PG degree |
| PG Diploma |
BSc Biotechnology or other UG discipline + 50% |
| Diploma/Certification |
Class 10 or 12 scores |
Biotechnology Admission Process
Candidates can see the table below for admission process:
- Check the eligibility
- Fill out the application
- Appear for entrances
- Wait for the result
- Attend counselling
- Pay the admission fee
Biotechnology Entrance Schedule
Below mentioned are the tests accepted in this course.
Biotechnology UG Entrance
Candidates can see the table below for UG Biotechnology:
|
Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
|
CUET 2026 |
|
|
NEST 2026 |
|
|
ICAR AIEEA 2025 |
Biotechnology PG Entrance
Candidates can see the table below for PG Biotechnology exams:
|
Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
|
IIT JAM 2026 |
|
|
CUET-PG 2026 |
|
|
ICAR AIEEA PG 2025 |
Biotechnology Doctorate Entrance
Candidates can see the table below for Doctorate Biotechnology exams:
|
Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
|
GATE 2026 |
|
|
UGC NET 2025 |
|
|
CSIR NET 2026 |
Biotechnology Syllabus for Entrances
Candidates can see the table below for Biotechnology subjects syllabus:
|
Entrance Exam |
Exam Syllabus |
|---|---|
|
The syllabus of IIT JAM includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology subjects. |
|
|
The syllabus of CUET UG is divided into 3 sections: Language, domain-specific subjects, and General Tests. |
|
|
The ICAR AIEEA PG exam syllabus is divided subject-wise and unit-wise. |
|
|
The syllabus of GATE is divided into 2 sections: General Ability and domain-specific subjects. |
|
|
The syllabus of NEST includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology subjects. |
Biotechnology Entrance Prep Tips
Candidates can see below for prep tips:
- Read the exam syllabus
- Practice sample papers
- Study material
- Manage time
Best Biotechnology Colleges
Candidates can see below the top Biotechnology colleges in both private and government sectors.
Biotechnology Government Colleges
Candidates can see below the top government Biotechnology colleges in India.
BSc Biotechnology Government Colleges
Candidates can see below top BSc Biotechnology government colleges in India with their cost:
|
Best BSc Biotechnology Government Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| University of Mysore BSc Biotechnology Admission |
INR 7,311
|
| Jamia Millia Islamia BSc Biotechnology Admission |
INR 24,000
|
| INR 58,270 | |
| Panjab University BSc Biotechnology Admission | INR 71,220 |
| INR 2.7 Lakh |
MSc Biotechnology Government Colleges
Candidates can see below top MSc Biotechnology government colleges in India-
|
Best MSc Biotechnology Government Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
|
INR 432
|
|
| Jamia Millia Islamia MSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 15,600 |
| INR 47,800 | |
| Savitribai Phule Pune University M.Sc. in Biotechnology Admission | INR 61,100 |
| AMU MSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 2.25 Lakh |
| St. Xavier's College Kolkata MSc in Biotechnology Admission |
INR 6.53 Lakh
|
Biotechnology Admissions in Private Colleges
Candidates can see below the top private Biotechnology colleges in India.
BSc Biotechnology Admission in Private Colleges
Candidates can see below the top BSc Biotechnology private colleges in India with their cost-
|
Best BSc Biotechnology Private Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Parul University BSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 3.07 Lakh |
| Lovely Professional University BSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 4.8 Lakh |
| Amity Noida BSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 5.1 - 20.18 Lakh |
| Christ University BSc in Biotechnology Admission |
INR 5.78 Lakh
|
| Chandigarh University BSc in Biotechnology Admission |
INR 5.84 Lakh
|
MSc Biotechnology Admission in Private Colleges
Candidates can see below the top MSc Biotechnology private colleges in India with their cost-
|
Best MSc Biotechnology Private Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| INR 2.2 Lakh - 3.75 Lakh | |
| Chandigarh University MSc in Biotechnology Admission | INR 2.96 Lakh |
| INR 3.20 Lakh | |
| INR 3.64 Lakh - 7.5 Lakh | |
| Loyola College MSc in Biotechnology Admission |
INR 7.5 Lakh
|
Biotechnology Colleges Accepting Different Entrance Scores
Candidates can see below -
- Colleges accepting scores of IIT JAM.
- Colleges accepting scores of CUET
- Colleges accepting CUET-PG exam scores.
- Colleges accepting ICAR AIEEA exam scores.
- Colleges accepting UGC NET exam scores.
- Colleges accepting CSIR NET exam scores.
- Colleges accepting GATE exam scores.
Biotechnology Colleges: Placements
Candidates can see below top Biotechnology colleges in India with average salaries:
|
Best Colleges for Placements |
Average Salary Offered |
|---|---|
|
INR 23.5 LPA |
|
|
INR 20 LPA |
|
|
INR 14.02 LPA |
|
|
INR 12 - 24 LPA |
|
|
INR 8.63 LPA |
|
|
INR 8.6 LPA |
|
|
INR 7 LPA |
|
|
INR 5.33 LPA |
- Popular Exams
- Popular Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
- Popular Private Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
- Most Popular Courses
- Popular Biotechnology Course UG Courses
- Popular Biotechnology Course PG Courses
Popular Exams
Apr '26 | CUET UG 2026 Intimation Slip TENTATIVE |
May '26 | CUET UG 2026 Admit Card TENTATIVE |
6 Mar ' 26 - 27 Mar ' 26 | CUET PG 2026 Exam Dates |
Apr '26 | CUET PG Provisional Answer Key 2026 TENTATIVE |
5 Mar ' 26 - 13 Apr ' 26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Registration Window |
16 Apr ' 26 - 18 Apr ' 26 | IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Correction Window |
17 Apr ' 26 | Last date to apply for May Attempt |
2 May ' 26 | SAT India exam (May attempt) |
Popular Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
Popular Private Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
#38 NIRF
Biotechnology Applications open. Apply Now
Biotechnology Applications open. Apply Now
Biotechnology Applications open. Apply Now
Most Popular Courses
Popular Courses
- B.Sc. in BiotechnologyJamia Millia Islamia
- M.Sc. in BiotechnologyJawaharlal Nehru University
- M.Sc. in BiotechnologyIIT Roorkee - Indian Institute of Technology
- Master in BiotechnologyAll India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi
- Ph.D. in BiotechnologyIIT Guwahati - Indian Institute of Technology
- B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Biotechnology (Dual Degree)Amity University, Noida
- M.Sc. in BiotechnologyAmity University, Noida
- B.Sc. (Hons.) in BiotechnologyAmity University, Noida
- M.Sc. in BiotechnologyVIT Vellore
- Integrated M.Sc. in BiotechnologyVIT Vellore
Popular Biotechnology Course UG Courses
UG Courses
- B.Sc.
1009 Colleges
- UG Diploma
9 Colleges
- B.Sc(Hons.)
9 Colleges
- B.E. / B.Tech
3 Colleges
- B.Voc
2 Colleges
Popular Biotechnology Course PG Courses
PG Courses
- M.Sc.
819 Colleges
- PG Diploma
13 Colleges
- M.Pharma
11 Colleges
- MBA/PGDM
10 Colleges
- MVSC
3 Colleges
News & Updates
Student Forum
Answered 6 days ago
This is the most common route for PCB students who want to focus on the pure Science and research aspects (lab work, genetics, molecular biology). Math is not required for the BSc program. Your PCB combination is perfectly sufficient. You may need to appear for the CUCET (Chandigarh University Comm
C
Beginner-Level 5
Answered 6 days ago
Chandigarh University typically follows a slab-based system for scholarships. 90% and above: Usually 50% to 100% scholarship (depending on the programme and entrance score). 85% to 89.9%: You are likely looking at a 20% to 40% scholarship on the tuition fees. 80% to 84.9%: Usually up to 20% scholars
C
Beginner-Level 5
Answered a week ago
BSc Biotechnology is one of the most competitive courses at Pt. JLN Government College because of the limited seat count. Since there are only 80 spots available, the merit list usually closes at a very high percentage. Students often need to have scored above 85% or 90% in their 12th board exams to
R
Contributor-Level 9
Answered a month ago
Hi.Yes, JMI is offfering Bsc.Biotechnology through CUET in the year 2026 Jamia Milia Islamia BSc admission is done based on scores in the JMI entrance exam. For BSc in Biotechnology admission is done based on a valid score in the CUET exam. The final selection depends upon the performance in the p
Answered a month ago
Hi.Yes, M.Sc from biotechnology field are eligible for PGT teacher in haryana and elsewhere.
Eligibility Criteria for PGT Biology:
M.Sc Zoology/Botany/Bio-Sciences/Bio-Chemistry/Genetics/Micro Biology/Planet Physiology/Bio-Technology/Life Sciences/Molecular Bio with at least 50% provided that the app
Answered a month ago
Hi.The admissions for M.Sc. Biotechnology (2 years) programme in the Post Graduate Department of Biotechnology, St. Xavier's College (Empowered Autonomous Institute), Mumbai will be through an Entrance Examination. Admission is based on score obtained in the entrance examination -70% weightage an
Answered a month ago
Hi.Top B.Sc. Biotechnology colleges near Jharkhand include St. Xavier's College (Ranchi), Amity University (Ranchi), Netaji Subhas University (Jamshedpur), Usha Martin University (Ranchi ), YSN University (Ranchi) and Arka Jain University (Jamshedpur).For detail information of B.Sc Biotechnology
Answered a month ago
Bsc Biotechnology is one of the popular courses offered by St. Xavier's College Ranchi. The course fee ranges between Rs 83,000 to 92,000 based on different categories. Additional fees like that of hostel can also be applied if one opts for it.
P
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
I think all over 3-4 lakhs if the students is live outside the campus.
A
Beginner-Level 1
Answered 2 months ago
The duration of Masters in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics course at Milan University is 2 years. The course is offered at Milan location. Students must have a band good knowledge in the areas like Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology. An English language proficiency of B2 lev
G
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The total number of seats available for BSc Biotechnology in SVIMS Kolkata is 45. Candidates are admitted as per sanctioned intake and selection procedure. This seat count is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics - D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai has an entrance baed selection criteria BTech. The minimum eligibility is passing Class 12 with PCM/PCMB stream with atleast 45% aggregate. The institute accepts JEE Main and MHT CET scores for the same. Students can app
h
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The minimum eligibility for MSc offered at School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics - D.Y. Patil University, Navi Mumbai is passing UG with atleast 50% aggregate score. The selection criteria is merit based with the institute accepting UG scores for the same.
h
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The PU CET (UG) 2026 Biotechnology key subjects are physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics with questions based on CBSE class 11 & 12 syllabus, focusing on core concepts in genetics, cell biology, botany, zoology, thermodynamics, electrodynamics, calculus, organic chemistry etc.
R
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The Panjab University entrance test for undergraduate programs like BSC (Hons) Biotechnology, testing 10+2 level physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics, and English.
There will be negative marking in the exam; 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
R
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
GAT-B question paper consists of a total of 100 questions, out of which students have to attempt 60 questions. Candidates must check details carefully before solving question paper.
B
Contributor-Level 7
Answered 2 months ago
Getting government jobs after BSc Biotechnology abroad is possible. However, having a higher degree like an MSc or some relevant work experience makes it easier to get hired. You can work in agencies like NIH, FDA or EPA in foreign countries. While in India, you can apply to CSIR, ICMR, or DRDO. The
A
Contributor-Level 8
Answered 2 months ago
The best field after BSc Biotechnology depends on your interests and aspirations. However, top areas include Pharmaceuticals (drug discovery, QA/QC), Clinical Research ( CRA, data management), Bioinformatics, Agricultural Biotech and Environmental Biotech. Students aiming for specialised roles go fo
P
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The MSc in Biotechnology course at Institute of Science, Nirma University offered a total seat intake of 40 during 2025 admissions. The seat intake for the aforementiond course is yet to be revealed for 2026 and may change when the admissions are opened. MSc in Biotechnology had the highest number o
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Amity Mohali BSc in Biotechnology degree holders can work in the research and development field. Some of the popular job roles are Pharmacist, Microbiologist, Research Scientist, Business Developer, etc. There are opportunities in healthcare, including bioprocess engineers, biotechnologists, etc.
R
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Amity University, Punjab tuition fees for BSc + MSc (H) in Biotechnology is INR 5.15 lakh. The integrated course allow students to get both UG and PG degree. This given fee is as per official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.
P
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
No, the BTech in Biotechnology is not open to lateral entry admissions at Apeejay Stya University. Only the BTech in CSE courses at Apeejay Stya University are available for lateral entry admissions. To gain admission into the BTech in Biotechnology course at Apeejay Stya University, candidates need
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
No, the NEET exam dates are yet to be announced for the year 2026 for the BTech in Biotechnology admissions at Amity Bangalore. Candidates who wish to apply for the BTech in Biotechnology course can also apply through other state/ national level entrance exams such as JEE Mains to gain admissions wh
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
The fees for BTech in Biotechnology course at Amity Bangalore is yet to be revealed for 2026. In 2025, the BTech in Biotechnology fees at Amity Bangalore stood at INR 6.92 lakh.
Amity Bangalore is known to reveal its fees for the BTech course when the admissions are opened for that year.
S
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, the BTech in Biotechnology course at Amity Bangalore can apply for BTech admissions with JEE scores. However, if candidates fail to appear for the JEE Mains, they can also apply through valid scores of other state/national level exams as well as the NEET and AMCAT. Visit the official website to
S
Contributor-Level 10
Taking an Exam? Selecting a College?
Find insights & recommendations on colleges and exams that you won't find anywhere else
On Shiksha, get access to
- 66k Colleges
- 1k Exams
- 687k Reviews
- 1800k Answers
After my 12th with PCB, what eligibility is required for the Biotechnology programme at Chandigarh University?