Career

Hi Isha,
Biotechnology is one among the most advanced branches of science. Master of Science in biotechnology is a post graduation degree in biotechnology. Candidates who have completed this course have good employment opportunities in both public and private sector organizations. Government of India has established Department of Biotechnology for the growth of this field. Important employment areas include Agriculture and Allied Industries, Agro Based Industries, Aquaculture Industries, Bio processing Industries, Chemical Industries, Colleges And Universities, Environmental Specialist, Food Processing Industries, Media Houses As Science Writer, Pharmaceutical Companies, Pharmaceutical Companies, Research Laboratories, etc.
Jobs in Government Sector
There are numerous job opportunities for post graduates in Biotechnology in public sector organizations. Public sector organisations like Research & Development Institutes, Government laboratories, Pharmaceutical companies, Colleges, Bio Processing Industries etc. recruit post graduates in the field of biotechnology. They are recruited as Scientific assistant, process development technician, research analyst, calibration Technician, Biostatistician, Medical affairs Director etc. Major government organizations recruiting biotechnologists are listed below.
All India Biotech Association (AIBA), New Delhi
Biotech Consortium India Limited, New Delhi
Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology (RGCB), Kerala
Recruitment to these organizations is held on the basis of certain examinations conducted by them. Apart from this, the candidate completing M.Sc in Biotechnology can appear for various test conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), Staff selection commission (SSC), Public sector Bank, State Public Service Commission (PSC), Indian Defence Services, etc. They provide the candidates with high salary packages. They can earn in the range Rs. 15,000/- to Rs. 20,000/- per month at an early stage of their career itself.
How to prepare for all these exams?
Candidates should prepare very well for the exams. They should have a basic knowledge about the syllabus for the tests. They can refer various books related to the exam. Candidates can also attend coaching classes for the exam.
All the best.