Career After BSc Biotechnology: Salary 2025, Jobs, Top Recruiters, Placements

Updated on Feb 20, 2025 12:53 IST
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BSc Biotechnology scope for a career is high in India as well as abroad. With Biotechnology being an important part of research and development of new drugs and treatments, India ranks amongst top 12 countries of most preferred biotech destinations in world.  

BSc Biotechnology course curriculum is designed to provide extensive training and knowledge for graduates to pursue careers in various sectors such as hospitals, education, chemical & fertilizer manufacturers, research, etc. College freshers can opt for jobs like Lab Technician, Microbiologist, Biotech Analyst, Epidemiologist, Biomanufacturing Specialist, Biochemist, etc.

Some popular employment sectors for BSc Biotechnology are Pharmaceutical, Agriculture, Medicine, Environmental Conservation, Animal Husbandry, Ecology, Textile Industry, etc. Top recruiters for BSc Biotechnology in India are GSK, Reliance Life Sciences, Biocon, Cipla, Cadila Healthcare, Ranbaxy, etc. Average Biotechnology salary in India is INR 3 LPA. 

Interested students can continue reading article to get more BSc Biotechnology career details.

BSc Biotechnology Jobs

Candidates can see jobs below - 

Job Profiles

Average Salary

Biomedical Engineer

INR 3.5 LPA

Biochemist

INR 2.6 LPA

Microbiologist

INR 3 LPA

Research Scientist

INR 9.3 LPA

Lab Assistant

INR 2.4 LPA

Epidemiologist

INR 17.5 LPA

BSc Biotechnology: Sector-Wise Jobs

Candidates can see below for sector wise BSc Biotechnology jobs in India -

Government Jobs after B.Sc Biotechnology

Candidates can see table for BSc Biotechnology jobs in government sector in India -

Government Jobs after B.Sc Biotechnology

Average Salary

Consultant-Epidemiologist

INR 5.1 – 6.6 LPA

Biostatistician

INR 3.8 LPA

Clinical Research Manager

INR 2.3 LPA

Food Safety Officer

INR 4.2 LPA

BSc Biotechnology Private Jobs

Candidates can see table for BSc Biotechnology jobs in private sector in India -

BSc Biotechnology Private Jobs

Average Salary

Research Associate

INR 4.1 LPA

Medical Coder

INR 2.6 LPA

Clinical Instructor

INR 2 LPA

Safety Officer

INR 2.8 LPA

BSc Biotechnology Career Scope: Core Industries

Candidates can see table below -

BSc Biotechnology Job Sectors

Details

Pharmaceutical

Pharmaceutical industry is a branch of medicine that finds, develops, manufactures and distributes Pharmacy drugs to be used as prescription medications.

Healthcare

It is collection and integration of economic sectors that offer products and services for treatment of patients in areas of preventive, rehabilitative and curative care.

Food Production

majority of food consumed by people worldwide is supplied by an international network of businesses known as food industry.

Agriculture

Crop and livestock production, aquaculture, fisheries and forestry for food and non food products are all included in agriculture.

Environmental Conservation

Environmental Conservation is protection and management of natural resources, such as air, water, soil, plants and animals.

Top Recruiters in BSc Biotechnology

Candidates can see table below -

Top Recruiters

Reliance Life Sciences

Zydus Lifesciences

GSK

Ranbaxy

Biocon

AbbVie

Cipla

Amgen

BSc Biotechnology Colleges: Placements

Candidates can see table below -

BSc Biotechnology Colleges

Average Package Offered

G.V.M.Girls College Placements INR 20.6 LPA
KSG College of Arts and Science Placements INR 14.02 LPA
Shiv Nadar University Placements INR 12.08 LPA
SK Somaiya College Placements INR 11.4 LPA
Avanthi Degree and PG College Placements INR 10 LPA
JSS Mysore Placements INR 9.75 LPA
Manipal University Jaipur Placements INR 8 LPA
Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences Placements INR 7.5 LPA
Bangalore University Placements INR 7.45 LPA
Srinath University Placements INR 6.78 LPA

Courses after BSc Biotechnology

B.Sc Biotechnology graduates can continue their education after completing their undergraduate studies. There are numerous of possibilities for B.Sc Biotechnology grads to pick from based on their choice.

Following completion of program, B.Sc Biotechnology graduates can pursue following courses:

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  • 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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8.4 LPA
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4.25 LPA
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5.4 L - 6.4 L
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3.65 - 9.4 LPA

Popular BSc Biotechnology Specializations

Following are the most popular BSc Biotechnology Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

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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

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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.

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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

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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. 

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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.

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The Panjab University entrance test for undergraduate programs like BSC (Hons) Biotechnology, testing 10+2 level physics, chemistry, biology and mathematics, and English.

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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

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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

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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. 

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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. 

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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

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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

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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.

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The BTech seat intake for BTech in Biotechnology at School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics - D.Y. Patil University is 120. BTech in Biotechnology is the flagship BTech course of School of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics - D.Y. Patil University.

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

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

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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)
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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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