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

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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:
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Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
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CUET 2026 |
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NEST 2026 |
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ICAR AIEEA 2025 |
Biotechnology PG Entrance
Candidates can see the table below for PG Biotechnology exams:
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Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
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IIT JAM 2026 |
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CUET-PG 2026 |
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ICAR AIEEA PG 2025 |
Biotechnology Doctorate Entrance
Candidates can see the table below for Doctorate Biotechnology exams:
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Entrance Exams |
Exam Schedule |
|---|---|
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GATE 2026 |
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UGC NET 2025 |
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CSIR NET 2026 |
Biotechnology Syllabus for Entrances
Candidates can see the table below for Biotechnology subjects syllabus:
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Entrance Exam |
Exam Syllabus |
|---|---|
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The syllabus of IIT JAM includes Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology subjects. |
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The syllabus of CUET UG is divided into 3 sections: Language, domain-specific subjects, and General Tests. |
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The ICAR AIEEA PG exam syllabus is divided subject-wise and unit-wise. |
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The syllabus of GATE is divided into 2 sections: General Ability and domain-specific subjects. |
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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:
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Best BSc Biotechnology Government Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| University of Mysore BSc Biotechnology Admission |
INR 7,311
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| Jamia Millia Islamia BSc Biotechnology Admission |
INR 24,000
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| 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-
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Best MSc Biotechnology Government Colleges |
Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
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INR 432
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| 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
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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-
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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
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| Chandigarh University BSc in Biotechnology Admission |
INR 5.84 Lakh
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MSc Biotechnology Admission in Private Colleges
Candidates can see below the top MSc Biotechnology private colleges in India with their cost-
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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
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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:
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Best Colleges for Placements |
Average Salary Offered |
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INR 23.5 LPA |
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INR 20 LPA |
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INR 14.02 LPA |
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INR 12 - 24 LPA |
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INR 8.63 LPA |
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INR 8.6 LPA |
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INR 7 LPA |
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INR 5.33 LPA |
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