Biotechnology Career Guide: Roles, Salary 2025 & Future Scope

Updated on Dec 26, 2024 05:42 IST
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Biotechnology is the utilization of living organisms like cells and bacteria in industrial and scientific procedures. It is a branch of Science that integrates both Biology and Technology to create products that improve human life. The application of Biotechnology is spread through various fields including health and medical sciences, biomedical engineering, agriculture, cell biology, immunology and seed technology.

After a course in Biotechnology, you can go for job roles like Biotech Analyst, Research Scientist, Biochemist, Epidemiologist, Bioinformatics Specialist, Genetic Counselor, etc.

Some of the top companies hiring freshers include Serum Institute of India, IQVIA, AstraZeneca, Biocon, Bharat Biotech, and so on. The average salary of a Biotechnologist is INR 3 LPA in India. Biotechnology students can also seek employment options from top colleges offering placements such as AIIMS Delhi, Mumbai University, IIT Bombay, Delhi University, Dibrugarh University, etc.

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Top Career Profiles in Biotechnology

You can choose among the following job profiles mentioned below -

Job Profiles

Average Salary

Biotech Analyst 

INR 6.8 LPA

Research Scientist 

INR 9.1 LPA

Biochemist

INR 2.6 LPA

Epidemiologist

INR 12 LPA

Bioinformatics Specialist

INR 9.6 LPA

Genetic Counselor

INR 4.75 LPA

Environmental Biotechnologist

INR 6.5 LPA

Source of salary data - Ambitionbox.com.

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Emerging Trends in the Biotechnology Field

The latest inventions in the Biotechnology field are shifting towards AI, ML, Data Automation and so on. Here are some emerging trends in the field that have been a hit in 2025 -

  • Gene Editing: Molecular scissors, engineered nucleases and more recently, CRISPR have improved the efficiency of gene editing.
  • Synthetic Biology: Unique progress in genome reading and writing has increased product development in Biotechnology.
  • Microfluidics: Microfluidics are miniaturized labs that allow for affordable and swift testing of infectious diseases. 
  • Artificial Intelligence: AI can accelerate drug discovery, provide analytics, precisely diagnose illnesses, modify gene structures, create personalized medicine and so much more.

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Biotechnology Employment Areas

In India, several top recruiters actively hire Biotechnology graduates for various roles in research, development, quality control, regulatory affairs and more. These recruiters include:

Top Employment Areas

Pharmaceutical Companies

Biotechnology Companies

Clinical Research Organisations 

Agricultural Biotech Companies

Government Research Institutions

Food Industry

Soure - Multiple external/official sites , data may vary.

Biotechnology Top Recruiters

For a Biotechnology career, it's important to explore job options across these sectors. Students can check top recruiting companies in the table below.

Pharmaceutical Companies

Sun Pharmaceuticals

Dr Reddy's Laboratories

Cipla

Biocon

Lupin Pharmaceuticals

Zydus Lifesciences

Biotechnology Companies

Biocon Ltd

GlaxoSmithKline 

The Syngene International Company

Jubilant Life Science

Wockhardt Ltd.

Panacea Biotec Limited Company

Clinical Research Organisations 

IQVIA

Syneos Health

Labcorp Drug Development

Reliance Life Sciences

ICON PLC

Quest Diagnostics

Agricultural Biotech Companies

National Agro-Industry

Poabs Organic Estates

Advanta Limited

Lemken India Agro Equipment Private Limited

Nuziveedu Seeds Limited

Rallis India Limited

Government Research Institutions

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology

CSIR 

Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute

Council Of Scientific And Industrial Research–Indian Institute Of Integrative Medicine (CSIR–IM)

S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences

Food Industry

Hindustan Unilever

ITC

Nestle

Britannia Industries

Godrej Consumer Products

TATA Consumer Products

Soure - Multiple external/official sites , data may vary.

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Best Biotechnology College for Placements in India

Several colleges and universities in India are known for offering Biotechnology admission and providing strong Biotechnology programs and excellent placement records. The following colleges are generally recognized for their Biotechnology programs and good placement opportunities -

Best Colleges

Average Package Offered

G.V.M.Girls College Placements INR 20.6 LPA
AIIMS Delhi Placements INR 20 LPA
Mumbai University Placements INR 6 - 18 LPA
IIT Bombay Placements INR 17.92 LPA
DU Placements INR 16 LPA
Dibrugarh University Placements INR 14.55 LPA
KSG College of Arts and Science Placements INR 14.02 LPA
Chaudhary Bansi Lal University Placements INR 13.32 LPA
SNU Placements INR 12.08 LPA
Manipal School of Life Sciences Placements INR 7 - 11.75 LPA

Soure - Multiple external/official sites , data may vary.

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Biotechnology Career FAQs

Q. Can I get a job in USA from India after Biotechnology?

A. Of course you can. Though it will be a difficult process because of immigration and visa requirements. Here are some steps you can follow

  • Meet Educational Qualifications
  • Work Authorization
  • Job Search
  • Visa Sponsorship

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Q. Which university is best for Biotechnology abroad?

A. Here are some top universities for Biotechnology abroad you can seek admission for

Location

Colleges

UK

Australia

Singapore

Q. What is the salary package for a Biotechnology fresher?

A. A fresher's salary in the field of Biotechnology in India can differ based on the specific job role, the employer, the location, etc. But some job profiles are

Job Profiles

Salary

Biotech Analyst 

INR 6.8 LPA

Biochemist

INR 2.6 LPA

Epidemiologist

INR 12 LPA

Bioinformatics Specialist

INR 9.6 LPA

Environmental Biotechnologist

INR 6.5 LPA

Q. Is Biotechnology a good career?

A. Of course it is. You can opt for various job profiles like 

Jobs

Salary

Biotech Analyst 

INR 6.8 LPA

Biochemist

INR 2.6 LPA

Epidemiologist

INR 12 LPA

Bioinformatics Specialist

INR 9.6 LPA

Environmental Biotechnologist

INR 6.5 LPA

Q. Which are the top private colleges offering Biotechnology course?

A. Here are some top private colleges offering Biotechnology courses in India:

College Name

Average Package (in INR)

JMI Delhi

4.8 - 8.66 LPA

DU

15.5 LPA

JNU

7.95 LPA

Jadavpur University

8 LPA

UoH 

6.75 - 7.3 LPA

Calcutta University

9.2 LPA

AMU

8.47 LPA

UNIPUNE 

5 LPA

Bharathiar University

6.6 LPA

Q. Which are the top government colleges offering Biotechnology course?

A. Here are some of the top government colleges in India where you can study Biotechnology

College Name

Average Package (in INR)

VIT Vellore

3 - 8 LPA

SOA University

4.2 LPA

MAHE Manipal

6.8 LPA

CU

2.7 - 6.35 LPA

Amity University

4.5 - 8.65 LPA

SRM IST

4.25 LPA

Thapar University

7 LPA

LPU

4 - 6.75 LPA

SASTRA (Deemed to be University)

4- 4.5 LPA

Q. Who is paid more Biotechnology or Pharmacy?

A. In the beginning, you can get around INR 2.5 LPA to INR 5 LPA. With experience, you can move onto higher paying roles earning from INR 7 LPA to INR 15 LPA.

While entry level Pharmacists may start with salaries of around INR 2.5 LPA to INR 5 LPA. Clinical pharmacists and those working in hospital settings get higher salaries of around INR 5 LPA to INR 12 LPA.

Table of contents
  • Popular Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
  • Popular Private Biotechnology Course Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Popular Biotechnology Course UG Courses
  • Popular Biotechnology Course PG Courses

Popular Biotechnology Course Colleges in India

Following are the most popular Biotechnology Course Colleges in India. Learn more about these Biotechnology Course colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
3 Courses
20.95 K - 42.7 K
6 - 9.25 LPA

#3 NIRF

1 Course
432
9.5 LPA

#7 NIRF

#2 NIRF

3 L - 20.18 L
6.5 LPA

#38 NIRF

Biotechnology Applications open. Apply Now

1 Course
5.0
8.3 LPA

#23 NIRF

1 Course
12 K
7.2 LPA

#6 NIRF

Popular Private Biotechnology Course Colleges in India

3 L - 20.18 L
6.5 LPA

#38 NIRF

Biotechnology Applications open. Apply Now

4 Courses
3.5 L - 6.72 L
4.8 LPA

#44 NIRF

3.65 - 5.8 LPA
90 K - 2.4 L
3 Courses
1.4 L - 2.2 L

#46 Outlook

2.78 L - 6.28 L
3.6

#155 NIRF

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for Biotechnology Course. Students interested in pursuing a career on Biotechnology Course, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

Mar '26

CUET 2026 Application Process

TENTATIVE

May '26 - Jun '26

CUET 2026 Exam

TENTATIVE

Dec '25

CUET PG Exam Notification

TENTATIVE

Jan '26 - Feb '26

CUET PG 2026 Application Process

TENTATIVE

Nov '25

UPCATET 2025 Physical Counselling Registration UG...

TENTATIVE

Nov '25

UPCATET Campus Counselling 2025 for PhD

TENTATIVE

Mar '26 - Apr '26

IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Registration Window

TENTATIVE

Apr '26

IISER Aptitude Test 2026 Correction Window

TENTATIVE

Popular Biotechnology Course UG Courses

Following are the most popular Biotechnology Course UG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these UG Courses by clicking the links below.

UG Courses

Popular Biotechnology Course PG Courses

Following are the most popular Biotechnology Course PG Courses . You can explore the top Colleges offering these PG Courses by clicking the links below.

PG Courses

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Hi.

Here are some options (and nearby related choices) if you're looking to pursue a B.Tech in Biotechnology (or closely related engineering) in or near Surat after 12th PCB:

1. Aspee Shakilam Agricultural Biotechnology Institute – Surat / NAU, Surat

Course: B.Tech in Biotechnology (4 years)

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heena agrawal

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If you have completed 12th with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and are interested in Agro Biotechnology, there's a clear academic and career pathway you can follow. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Undergraduate Options (After 12th PCB)

1. B.Sc in Biotechnology / Agricultural Biotechnology / Agro Bi

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heena agrawal

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Yes, a B.Sc in Agriculture qualifies you for M.Sc Biotechnology at most IITs.

Required steps:

Check IIT-specific eligibility on the JAM brochure.

Apply for JAM in the relevant subject (Life Sciences/Biotechnology).

Prepare for JAM thoroughly, especially Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Genetics s

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heena agrawal

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CU admissions for B.E./B.Tech (and most UG courses) are based on its own entrance test CUCET. 

According to CU's 2026 admission criteria page, to get admission you must apply through CUCET; that's the standard path for all engineering programmes. 

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Some good universities with low fees and an average cutoff in Chhattisgarh  for M.Sc Microbiology/ Biotechnology.

Kalinga University, RaipurM.Sc. Microbiology (also Biotechnology and related life‑science MSc options)Total fees ~ ₹ 55,000 for two years (₹ 27,500 per year) 
Rungta International University, Bhilai / DurgM.Sc. Biotechnology (and in some branches M.Sc. Microbiology via affiliated institute) ~ ₹ 50,000–₹ 70,000 per year depending on campus/branch. 
Dr. C. V. Raman University (CVRU), BilaspurM.Sc. Biotechnology (and possibly related life‑science MSc) Reported total fee ~ ₹ 40,000 for two years (₹ 20,000 per year)
Bharti Vishwavidyalaya, DurgLikely offers postgraduate life‑science / related MSc courses (per lists of MSc colleges) First‑year fee mentioned ~ ₹ 25,950 (though final fee may vary)

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heena agrawal

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Hi Sarojani,

For admission to the MSc Biotechnology program at the University of Mumbai, candidates are typically selected based on merit in the qualifying BSc degree—there is no separate entrance exam conducted by the university for this course.

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Akash deb

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Many of the universities that offers MS in Biotechnology in Germany do not have any tuition fees for international students but can go up to INR 3 Lakhs for the first year. The costs of studying MS in Biotechnology in Germany are mentioned in the table below:

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MS in Biotechnology 1st-Year Tuition Fee

Technical University of Munich No fees 
Heidelberg University - GermanyINR 3 Lakhs 
RWTH Aachen UniversityNo fees
Johannes Gutenberg UniversityNo fees

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Answered 2 months ago

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Teachers here have good experience and some have international exposure. Students get chances to work on  real projects, visit industries, and do internships which help them see how art works in real life. The campus has well-equipped studios and labs with modern tools for practice and research. The

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Diksha

Beginner-Level 4

Answered 2 months ago

Biotechnology at Chandigarh University is a course that mixes Science with modern research.The study covers life, cells, and technology in a very detailed way. The subjects start with core areas like General Microbiology, Cell Biology, Elementary Biochemistry, and Fundamentals of Chemistry. There ar

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Nabhjeet Sahota

Beginner-Level 1

Answered 2 months ago

For admission in B.Sc. Biotechnology at Chandigarh University, the requirement is 10+2 passed with at least 50% marks. Subjects must include Physics and Chemistry, along with either Biology, Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, or Mathematics. The exam must be from a recognised board or council. The durati

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Richa Sharma

Beginner-Level 4

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Yes, biotechnology students work in advanced labs at the university. Facilities like fermentation and bioprocess engineering labs give them real-time experience. They can test, analyze, and develop new processes using modern machines. The labs encourage learning by doing. This helps students connect

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Dashanpreet Singh

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The alumni network of biotechnology is helpful for present students. Graduates of Chandigarh University are placed in companies like Serum Institute, Panacea Biotech, and Abbott. Many are also pursuing higher studies in India or abroad. They share their journey with juniors through talks and webinar

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Dashanpreet Singh

Beginner-Level 3

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Interdisciplinary learning is very important in biotechnology. At Chandigarh University, students do not only study biology, they also explore engineering ideas, mathematics, and technology. The labs like DNA technology, microbiology, and fermentation give them a chance to use concepts from differen

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Dashanpreet Singh

Beginner-Level 3

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Hostel life is really very amazing for students of Biotechnology. The university has separate hostels for boys and girls with modern facilities. The hostel mess serves fresh food and the mess time table is also so perfect and that too on rotation basis and every type of food is available. There is i

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Industry professionals interact with biotechnology students at Chandigarh University on a regular basis. They visit the campus for guest lectures, workshops, and seminars to share insights about current trends and industrial practices. Students get a chance to ask questions and understand real-world

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Yes, Biotechnology students at Chandigarh University get good hands-on training through live projects. The course is designed to give practical exposure along with theory. Students work on real experiments in advanced labs like Fermentation & Bioprocess Engineering, Microbiology, Recombinant DNA Tec

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Beginner-Level 3

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For admission in B.Sc. Biotechnology at Chandigarh University, students need 50% marks in 10+2 with Science subjects like Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics. The course runs for four years. The semester fee is ₹73,000, which students pay every term. Apart from this, an exam fee of ₹2,500 is

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