B.Tech in Biotechnology (Lateral Entry) 

at Brainware University, Barasat

A pass in Class Twelve exam with minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent is required for admission to BTech at Brainware University. Reserved category students need between 45% and 55% marks depending upon the section. 

BTech is one of the popular courses of Brainware University. After completing BTech from the university, candidates are open to various job offers. Brainware University conducts a placement drive every year. As per the official website, more than 500 students have been placed in over 282 companies that visited the University campus so far. 

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For admission to BTech courses at Brainware University, candidates are required to qualify first for the basic eligibility criteria and then apply for the entrance exam. The eligibility criteria for the BTech exam is candidates must qualify Class 12 examination with a minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent (55% aggregate for SC/ ST/ OBC-A/ OBC-B/ PwD) and at least 45% marks (40% marks for SC/ ST/ OBC-A/ OBC-B/ PwD). Additionally, candidates must have qualify their higher senior secondary from the Science stream. The entrance examination that the university accepts for entering into a BTech course is BET (Brainware Eligibility Test). If candidates secure valid scores in the entrance exam they are eligible for admission to the BTech course. 

Brainware University grants to students for financial assistance. Students pursuing a course from university can also apply for national and state scholarships like West Bengal Chief Minister Relief Fund (Nabanna) Scholarship, Scholarship for SC, ST and OBC students in West Bengal, etc. Check below Brainware University Merit Scholarships:

Brainware Academic Excellence Scholarship  (Brainware Vidyalankar)

Note: Toppers from an institution with less than 90% will get an additional INR 25,000 off over and above the Brainware Merit Scholarship (based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination).

Brainware Merit Scholarship  (Brainware Medha Britti)

Candidate must possess a minimum of 60% throughout his/ her academic career.

Yes, Brainware University admissions are currently open for BTech, and various other courses. Students can visit the official website to learn more and apply online. Brainware University Kolkata is ranked 1 by IIRF 2024 under the Technical Private University in West Bengal category.The university is also recognised as the 1st multidisciplinary university in West Bengal and among the top 100 universities in India by the Federation for World Academics (FWA).

The overall highest package offered for the batch passing out in 2025 was INR 27 LPA. The Brainware University highest package for 2025 is mentioned below for reference:

Yes, with Class 12 marks, candidates can enrol for UG courses at Brainware University. The university offers a variety of undergraduate courses such as BTech, BBA, etc. Students are selected based on the  Brainware Entrance Test.

Brainware University Kolkata admissions are completely based on entrance exam scores. For UG courses, candidates must pass Class 12 and PG courses, candidates must complete graduation. The selection of admission is confirmed on entrance exam scores/merit-based, verification of the original mark sheet, community certificate and other relevant documents. 

Brainware University accepts valid score of BET - Brainware Entrance Test. Students should appear for the exam to become eligible. To apply for BET, visit the official website of the university and click on the Admission button. Select Admission Procedure and fill the application form. In case of queries, students may reach out to the University's admission cell.

To enrol for course admission at Brainware University, students can check the steps below:

1. Complete the online application form
2. Selections are made based on the Brainware Entrance Test
3. Should pass Class 12 for UG courses and graduation for PG courses