Biotechnology

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Any student who is contemplating on pursuing a career in Biotechnology must be aware that this field is still developing in India. Therefore, the number of job openings and pay packages are both very low when compared with IT and CS fields. After a B.Tech degree, students can find jobs in pharmaceutical companies, research labs and institutions in India. However, most Indian students tend to go abroad to pursue their masters or doctorate studies in biotechnology and allied fields. Some students also shift to MBA and enter the world of business, finance and banking as their engineering background gives them the required quantitative skills to excel in these sectors. Also, many students shift to software through on-campus placements. Talking about on-campus placements, since the number of job openings is very less in biotechnology, the number of companies coming for placements will be very less. Also, core companies only hire students from universities such as IITs, NITs etc. If your university is not reputed nationally or state wise, chances of any biotech or pharmaceutical company coming for placements sessions will be close to nil. Since this field is highly research oriented, vast and diverse, it is highly recommended that students pursue their graduate studies in Biotechnology.

Biotechnology and genetic engineering are the growing fields in contemporary scenarios. When we discuss the adaptability of such fields, they are very much flexible.
Your question depends on whether you want to take up research or enter the industry. A degree in Biotechnology might give you an upper hand at an MNC, considering you would have dealt with a plethora of subjects. A degree in Biotechnology in general will also pave way for a career in research.
However, if you specialise in genetic engineering, you're likely enter research. It's a nascent field which is becoming very popular. On the brighter side, you are also eligible to apply to big industries and companies, provided they do similar work!
There's never anything as a better subject. If you enjoy it, you're going to make your way up.