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M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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Panjab University 
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M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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Panjab University 
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M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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Placements: Our university internship was really wonderful. Approximately 75-85% of students are placed each year. The highest salary package offered by a Biochemist is 4 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is 2.5 LPA. The average salary package offered is 3.3 LPA. Biochemists can work in a wide range of companies and industries including pharmaceuticals, corporations, agri-food industries, education, institutions, technical advisory services, hospitals, research institutes, government agencies, etc. Some job profiles for people with an M.Sc. in Biochemistry include biochemist, laboratory assistant, analytical chemist, microbiologist, pharmacologist, biotechnologist, etc.
Infrastructure: My university infrastructure is very good. Furthermore, the department is well-equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, state-of-the-art laboratories, spacious and modern classrooms, and an extensive library with a large collection of books and magazines. Hostel offers us a very good environment. Every hostel has Wi-Fi facility. The quality of the food is healthy and delicious. This university campus has medical facilities and sports facilities are also available.
Faculty: Faculty members are very good. They explain topics clearly and doubts can be clarified at any time. Before the exam, important questions of the semester are asked and topics are clearly explained. PCs are available to students for a better learning experience. Semester exam is demanding, but the average pass rate is 79%.
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M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Is Panjab University hard to get?
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 For a few courses, such as MA, BA, MLib, etc., admissions are completely based on merit in the last qualifying examination. Students must go through the Panjab University CHD-conducted/ national-level entrances and then appear for the university-level selection rounds for final admission at Panjab University.

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Q:   What is the highest package offered during Panjab University placements?
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The highest package offered to the Engineering batch 2025 was INR 24 LPA. On the other hand, the highest salary offered to the MBA students during Punjab University placements 2025 was also INR 24 LPA.  

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Q:   How do I get admission to Panjab University?
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Panjab University Chandigarh admission process is based on the entrance examination and merit. Panjab University Chandigarh is currently open for admission. The university offers programmes including MA, BA, BBA, MBA, MLib and many more. Panjab University CHD admission is entrance and merit-based for its undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The courses are offered in various streams such as Engineering, Management, Law etc. at Panjab University Chandigarh India. Students can check the table below to know course-wise eligibility and selection criteria for various courses:

Courses

Eligibility

Selection Criteria

BTech

Class 12 with a 50% aggregate 

JEE Main + JAC Chandigarh Counselling

BSc

Class 12 with passing marks in English and at least 40% aggregate

PU CET UG

BCom

Class 12 with at least 40%-60% aggregate 

Merit-based

MBA

Graduation with a 50% aggregate 

PU MET/CAT/PU-CET (PG)/JEE Main/JAC Chandigarh

BPharma

 Class 12 with a 50% aggregate 

CETUG

MBBS

 Class 12 with a 50% aggregate 

 NEET + Counselling

Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management

 Claas 12 

PUTHAT

PhD

Master Degree

JRF/GATE/CEED/GPAT/ICMR/ICAR/JAC Chandigarh

 

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Q:   What is the selection criteria for various courses at Panjab University?
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Panjab University admission process is based on the entrance examination and merit. Panjab University Chandigarh is currently open for admission. The university offers programmes including MA, BA, BBA, MBA, MLib and many more. Students can check the table below to know course-wise selection criteria for some of the courses:

Courses

Selection Criteria

BTech

JEE Main + JAC Chandigarh Counselling

BSc

PU CET UG

BCom

Merit-based

MBA

PU MET/CAT/PU-CET (PG)/JEE Main/JAC Chandigarh

BPharma

CETUG

MBBS

 NEET + Counselling

Bachelor of Tourism and Travel Management

PUTHAT

PhD

JRF/GATE/CEED/GPAT/ICMR/ICAR/JAC Chandigarh

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M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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Placements

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Median SalaryINR 6.50 Lakh
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    Important Dates

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    PU-CET (PG)
    Jun 13, 2025
    PU-CET (PG) 2025 Admit Card Release
    Jun 17, 2025
    PU-CET (PG)-PU CET (PG) 2025
    Jun 19, 2025
    PU-CET (PG)-PU CET (PG) 2025

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    M.Sc (Hons.) in Biochemistry
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    Panjab University 
     
    Students also asked

    Q:   What is the expected cutoff for Panjab University in 2024?
    A: 

    Panjab University cutoff for the BTech and the BArch courses will be out after the JEE Main results are released. As of now on the basis of last year, the forthcoming cutoffs 2024 can be anticipated for the General category Home State Quota as follows:

    CourseExpected R1 Cutoff 
    B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering68317
    B.E. in Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering96068
    Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)2067
    B.E. in Civil Engineering170519
    B.E. in Mechanical Engineering136993
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    Q:   Is Panjab University good for Law placements?
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    The University has released the NIRF report 2023 that incorporates the 2022 placement data for Law courses (including the Department and affiliated institutes). The key highlights of UILS Chandigarh placements 2022 are tabulated below for reference:

    ParticularsBA LLB/ BCom LLB Placement Statistics (2022)LLM Placement Statistics (2022)
    Total students24012
    Students placed1201
    Median packageINR 50,000 per annumINR 8 LPA

    NOTE: The aforementioned placement details are collated from the NIRF report 2023 and are the overall data for Law courses offered at the Department of Law, UIL Ludhiana, and UILS Chandigarh.

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    Q:   How does the faculty treat its students at Panjab University?
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    Panjab University provides a supportive environment for the students through the faculty, infrastructure, curriculum and other privileges. The University has industry-experts within the faculty that tend to pay equal amount of attention on the students and provide them with the guidance required. The faculty is highly supportive during semester exams and regarding other events such as attendance. 

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    Q:   Can I join Department of Law, Panjab University directly?
    A: 

    Studies in Panjab University are at par with the leading Educational Institutes in our country. It was even the highest ranked Indian Institute for a while according to a survey by Times Higher education. Should have passed FA/F.Sc./ A level or equivalent examination with a minimum of 55% marks. Should have passed the Law Admission Test (LAT) with 50% passing marks and with a validity date for admission. Must have appeared in the PU Admission Test conducted by Punjab University. To be eligible for the three-year PU LLB course, a candidate must have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 45% aggregate marks or 40% marks for SC/ST candidates.

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    Q:   Does Panjab University offers scholarships to BSc students?
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    Punjab University offers scholarships to the BSc programme students who are meritorious or who belong to categories. These scholarships are offered by the University, UGC as well as by various departments of the Government. PUCHD BSc scholarships can be availed by minority category students, PwD students, SC, OBC and Economically Backward class category students.

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    Answered 5 years ago

    I would really suggest you to keep updated with the PU online regarding PG entrance exam. You need to fill that form and give the entrance test.

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    Answered 6 years ago

    Hi Sheetal, You can apply in PU for M.Sc Biotechnology, if you had Biotechnology as a subject in your graduation. Good luck.

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