B.Sc. in Biotechnology colleges in Chennai

No, Maths is not compulsory for pursuing a BSc Biotechnology. So, you can go for a BSc in Biotechnology without having mathematics in your 12th class. The minimum requirement for BSc. Biotechnology requires successfully passing 12th class in the Science stream with PCBM or PCM subjects. The criteria may vary based on different universities/colleges.

The BSc Biotechnology eligibility criteria can vary depending on the university offering the course. Aspiring candidates are advised to carefully review the specific eligibility criteria of BSc Biotechnology.

BSc Biotechnology eligibility criteria vary from institute to institute. The common eligibility criteria are as follows:

• Candidates should clear the Class 12 Board exam in the Science stream.
Secure a minimum of 50% aggregate,  having PCB  (Science stream.Biology) as core subjects.
• For reserved category candidates  (SC/ST/OBC),  the criteria are 45%.
• There is no age limit prescribed as such.

Note: This information is sourced from external sites and may vary.

Interested candidates can refer to the table below to learn about the most popular private colleges of India, offering a BSc in Biotechnology:

Colleges	Fees
JSS Mysore	INR 1.05 Lakh
Christ Vidyapith	INR 2.82 Lakh
Christ2 Era University	INR 2.82 Lakh
SRM IST Chennai	INR 3.80 Lakh
Lovely Professional University	INR 4.80 Lakh
Amity University, Noida	INR 5.10 Lakh
Christ University	INR 5.44 Lakh
Chandigarh University	INR 5.84 Lakh

Note: The information is sourced from the official/counseling body and may vary.

SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur conducts its own admissions for each school to admit candidates to its BSc courses. For Medicine & Health Sciences, SRMJEEH is conducted every year to admit candidates while for others, a different SRM IST national level entrance exam is conducted.

Yes, the Sathyabama University BSc admissions are open for academic year 2026. Candidates who have cleared their Class 12 board exams can apply for BSc admissions by going to the admission portal of Sathyabama University.

Currently, the deadline for Sathyabama University BSc course admission has not been revealed.

The Bharath University's the highest package has been offered the best in 2023 in comparison to last two years. The Bharath University the highest package trends for 2023, 2022, and 2021 placements are presented below: 

Particulars	Placement statistics (2021)	Placement statistics (2022)	Placement statistics (2023)
the highest package	INR 10 LPA	INR 14 LPA	INR 27 LPA

 

Dr MGR Educational and Research Institute BSc application process can be done online by visiting its official website. Candidates can refer to the following steps for application details.

Step 1: Visit the official website to apply.

Step 2: Candidates then click on the admission tab.

Step 3: Click on 'Apply for Admission'.

Step 4: Register with basic details to get application credentials.

Step 5: Log in to fill out the application form.

Step 6: Pay the application fee and submit the form.

VELS is a merit-entrance-based admissions institution. Admission to VELS University requires checking below the process:

• Application: This has been applied online. Professional course application fee is INR 1, 100. In the process of making the choice, candidates are allowed to apply with the relevant documents.
• Selection Rounds: The university receives VELS Entrance Exam to take admission to different UG and PG courses. Other than this, CAT and other entrance tests are also accepted by MBA. The university publishes a merit list that gives the names of the shortlisted aspirants.
• Counselling & Document Checking Round: The shortlisted candidates are invited to counselling and document checking round. Successful candidates should pay course fee to ensure admission.

 

 

The total seats offered for B.Sc. at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology and MCC - Madras Christian College are 60 and 50, respectively. While Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology offers this course in 13 specialisations, MCC - Madras Christian College offers the same in 8 specialisations. Hence, there are higher chances of getting a seat at Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology due to higher seats.

The BSc programme at HCAS Chennai offers a wide range of subjects and specialisations. Those with a strong understanding of the principles in their chosen field will have many job opportunities, including Teaching, Research Analysis, Data Science, Agriculture, Forestry, Biochemistry, and more. However, candidates can improve their skills and job prospects by enrolling in add-on courses specific to their BSc specialisation.

The placement rate recorded during Loyola College placement 2025 was 100%. This was for LIAC - (Loyola - International Academic Collaboration). More than 600 offers were made and 60 recruiters visited during the overall placement drive 2025.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing B.Sc. from VIT Vellore is INR 300,000 - INR 810,000. While, the Median package offered by School of Science and Humanities, SRM IST, Chennai after completion of B.Sc. is INR 275,000 - INR 425,000. Basis these stats, VIT Vellore is better option compared to School of Science and Humanities, SRM IST, Chennai on the Median salary parameter.

SRM Ramapuram is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). The institute is accredited by (National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with A+ Grade. Moreover, during SRM Ramapuram placements 2023, the highest package offered stood at INR 1.1 crore per annum. Further, more than 140 companies made offers so far and made over 12,000 total offers to the students.

WCC students can apply for a variety of scholarships. The scholarships will be granted to the students if the meet the following eligibility criteri: 

Scholarship Name	Criteria
Post Matric Minority Scholarship	The Central Government offers Post Matric Minority Scholarships to students belonging to minority communities like Muslims, Sikhs, Jains, Christians, etc. The scholarship is offered based on the income of the parents of the applicants
SC/ST Scholarship	Scholarships offered by the government of Tamil Nadu to the SC/ST students
Management Scholarship	Management scholarship is a merit cum means scholarship and it is sanctioned based on the recommendations of the department and the discretion of the Principal
Blue Oval Scholarship	Students are chosen through a selection process as decided by the donor
Scranton Scholarship	Students are chosen through a selection process as decided by the donor

There are no entrance exam for the BSc course at Crescent University Chennai. BSc admission is entirely based on the class 12 exam. Candidates must have 50% aggregate with specialisation relevant subjects for admission. Eligible candidates are required fill out the online application form availbale on the official website of Crescent School of Life Sciences.