BSc Biotechnology Admission 2025: Dates, Eligibility, Fees, & Selection Process

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BSc Biotechnology admission 2025 is based on both merit and entrance procedures. BSc Biotechnology is a 3-year UG degree program which teaches students how to utilize living organisms such as bacteria for innovating new products.

BSc Biotechnology eligibility criteria is to clear Class 12 in Science stream with PCB (Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) subjects and secure at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board.

While many institutes offer BSc Biotechnology admission on merit basis; CUET, ICAR AIEEA, LPU NEST, etc., are popular BSc Biotechnology exams which help candidates get into their desired university.

UniPune, Amity University, Jamia Millia Islamia, University of Mumbai, JSS Mysore, Graphic Era University etc. are popular BSc Biotechnology colleges in India. average BSc Biotechnology fees ranges between INR 1 Lakh and INR 10.47 Lakh.

Interested candidates can continue reading article for more BSc Biotechnology admission details. 

BSc Biotechnology Admission Process 

Candidates can check a general overview of the admission process below:

  • Make sure you meet the eligibility
  • Apply online by filling the form
  • Take entrance exam
  • Wait for the merit list and result
  • If selected, attend the counselling session
  • Get the documents verified and pay the fee to secure the seat

BSc Biotechnology Eligibility

Candidates should know that eligibility can be different according to the courses. This is why they should check it. Failure to fulfill the eligibility can lead to cancellation of candidature.

Candidates can see the general outline of the eligibility below:

  • Pass Class 12 exams in Science stream.
  • Minimum 50% aggregate
  • 45% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC etc.
  • No age limit

BSc Biotechnology Exams

Candidates can see the table below - 

Entrance Exams

Exam Dates

Exam Schedule

CUET 2025

May 8 - June 1 '25

CUET Exam Date 2025 

ICAR AIEEA 2025

June ‘25

ICAR AIEEA Exam Date 2025 

SAAT 2025

Apr '25 (Phase 1)

Apr - May ‘25 (Phase 2)

SAAT Exam Date 2025 

CUCET 2025

Phase 1 is till 16 Apr ‘25

Phase 2 will commence in Apr ‘25

CUCET Exam Date 2025 

LPU NEST 2025

Conducted on 2 Feb ‘25

LPU NEST Exam Date 2025 

BSc Biotechnology Exam Syllabus

Candidates can see the table below -

Entrance Exams

Exam Syllabus

CUET Syllabus

CUET syllabus is divided into 2 sections: Language & Domain Specific. Language includes reading comprehension, verbal ability, rearranging parts, vocabulary, etc. Whereas, Domain Specific include subject-specific topics.

ICAR AIEEA Syllabus

ICAR Syllabus comprises essential topics related to Horticulture, Plant Ecosystems, Veterinary Science, Entomology, Fisheries, Dairy Science, Animal Husbandry etc.

CUCET Syllabus

CUCET Syllabus consists of core fundamental subjects such as physics, chemistry and mathematics along with general aptitude.

LPU NEST Syllabus

LPU NEST Syllabus consists of Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics along with English as core subjects.

BSc Biotechnology in Best Colleges

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BSc Biotechnology in Government Colleges

Candidates can see the table below - 

Best Government Colleges

Tuition Fee

Jamia Millia Islamia Admission

INR 24,000

PSGCAS Coimbatore Admission

INR 2.7 Lakh

Madras Christian College Admission

INR 58,270

UniPune Admission

INR 61,100

Panjab University Admission

INR 71,220

Pachhunga University College Admission

INR 38,100

University of Mysore Admission

INR 86,630

S.S. Jain Subodh PG College Admission

INR 72,150

Central University of Tamil Nadu Admission

INR 97,900

Kishinchand Chellaram College Admission

INR 1.05 Lakh

BSc Biotechnology in Private Colleges

Candidates can see the table below - 

Best Private Colleges

Tuition Fee

Loyola College Admission

INR 44,100 - INR 88,680

VIT Vellore Admission

INR 3.75 Lakh

St. Xavier’s College Admission

INR 6.53 Lakh

Amity University Admission

INR 5.1 Lakh - INR 20.18 Lakh

Chandigarh University Admission

INR 5.84 Lakh

SOA University Admission

INR 5 Lakh

SRM Institute of Science & Technology Admission

INR 3.8 Lakh

LPU Admission

INR 4.8 - INR 6.4 Lakh

JSS Mysore Admission

INR 1.05 Lakh

SASTRA (Deemed to be University) Admission

INR 2 Lakh

Table of contents
  • Popular BSc Biotechnology Colleges in India
  • Popular Private BSc Biotechnology Colleges in India
  • Popular BSc Biotechnology Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular BSc Biotechnology Colleges in India

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Popular BSc Biotechnology Specializations

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Popular Specializations

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Start with CUET PG and DBT GAT-B. DU's plant molecular biology M.Sc fills 25 seats, 15 through CUET PG and 10 through DBT GAT-B. Most M.Sc entrance tests cover biotechnology, biology, chemistry, physics and basic maths from graduation. So study your core subjects well. Start preparing in the third

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Check the table below for the affordable private BSc Biotechnology colleges in Delhi NCR.

Top CollegesTuition Fee
BMU - Baba Mast Nath UniversityINR 66,000 - 90,000
Meerut Institute of Engineering and TechnologyINR 78,000 - INR 1.1 lakh
Venkateshwara Group of InstitutionsINR 1 lakh
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Yes, it is adding new roles. One university blog says AI and ML technologies are widening the chances of landing a high-paying career in the field. Students who learn bioinformatics and basic coding can stand out. You do not need to be an expert. Start with free online courses.

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Yes, but you must clear exams or interviews. Listed roles like epidemiologist and biostatistician, and one site says a Drug Inspector can earn up to INR 12 Lacs a year. Government bodies like DBT, CSIR and ICMR also support biotech research. Each job has its own eligibility rules.

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For DU and central universities, yes. UG admissions to B.Sc Biotechnology (Hons) at DU colleges are through CUET UG 2026. Many private universities do not need it. They use their own tests or your Class 12 marks. Check each college's admission page. Do not skip CUET if you want a government seat.

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Government BSc Biotechnology colleges are more affordable than private colleges as they are managed by central and state government. Check some of the Delhi NCR colleges in the table below.

Top Government BSc Nursing Colleges in Delhi NCRBSc Biotechnology Tuition Fee
Jamia Millia IslamiaINR 32,920
Gautam Buddha UniversityINR 3.2 lakh
Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru Government CollegeINR 18,060
DCRUSTINR 17,000

 

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Private BSc Biotechnology colleges in Delhi NCR are somewhat expensive than government colleges as they are managed by private entities. You can check some of the colleges below.

Top Private BSc Nursing Colleges in Delhi NCRBSc Biotechnology Tuition Fee
Amity University NoidaINR 5.46 Lacs - INR 11.55 lakh
IAMR Group of InstitutionsINR 1.8 lakh
Shiv Nadar University (SNU)INR 16 lakh
Sharda UniversityINR 7.95 lakh
Galgotias UniversityINR 1.95 Lacs - INR 2.8 lakh
Amity University GurugramINR 8.64 lakh
Noida International UniversityINR 3.13 lakh
SVSU - Swami Vivekanand Subharti UniversityINR 1.23 lakh
Shobhit Institute of Engineering and TechnologyINR 1.2 lakh
SGT University GurgaonINR 6 Lacs - INR 8 lakh

 

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As per the popularity basis by the shiksha.com, listed below are some of the top colleges for BSc Biotechnology in Delhi NCR. Some of them are mentioned below, along with their tuition fees.

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Jamia Millia IslamiaINR 32,920
Amity University, NoidaINR 5.46 Lacs - INR 11.55 lakh
IAMR Group of InstitutionsINR 1.8 lakh
Shiv Nadar University (SNU)INR 16 lakh
Sharda UniversityINR 7.95 lakh

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Shiksha lists 51 BSc Biotechnology colleges in Delhi NCR. Out of which, 34 are private colleges, 5 are government colleges, and 4 are semi-government colleges. Admission happens into these colleges through merit basis or through CUET or university level entrance exams. Some of the top colleges are

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Top colleges for B.E./B.Tech. Biotechnology in Hyderabad include public and private institutions known for strong academics, research labs, and placement records
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Quantum University (located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand) offers several research and practical learning opportunities for Biotechnology students, like mandatory final-year research project within the Department of Sciences, giving students independent scientific investigation experience. Students perfor

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Yes, SRM University Delhi is a reputed university in Delhi-NCR. Students will get a lot of good opportunities to build their careers in the Biotechnology field. It has modern labs and all other necessary amenities.

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No, it is important for a student to complete Class 12. Without a Class 12 score, admission will not be given by the university for this course. For Biotechnology, Class 12 in Science stream is required.

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The annual tuition fee for BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology at SRM University Delhi is INR 95,000. There asome extra charges too which a student need to pay directly to the university.

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Faculty is generally supportive project-based learning and assisting students with competitive exams like GATE and CSIR UGC-NET.

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Yes, you have a solid and competitive chance of getting a seat for B.Tech in Biotechnology at JNTUH College of Engineering Hyderabad with a TG-EAMCET (TS EAMCET) rank of 7,990 under the Female BC-B category.

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With TS EAPCET rank of 18223, you have a strong chance of getting admission to B.Tech Biotechnology at CBIT.

For four years, the fee for 4-year is approximately around INR 6.82 Lakhs.

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B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biotechnology, and Microbiology will open your career options in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, food-safety and research. After completing your course, you can get a starting salary package between INR 2.5 LPA to 4 LPA.

 

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