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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology 

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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Panjab University 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

1.40 Lakh
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Duration

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Seat breakup

38

Type of University

Public/Government

M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
1.40 Lakh
24,120
1.64 Lakh
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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology - Batch of 2018
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Experienced faculty, good infrastructure.
Placements: Good placement. Students are being employed in various life sciences companies and institutes even before they finish post graduation. They earn 30 to 40k per month. Not only this, the student are working on different projects funded by the industries and government. Fermentation related and life sciences companies are in regular contact with the department.
Infrastructure: The college has a newly built building, well-established laboratories fully equipped with the advanced instrument, fully Wi-Fi enabled campus, a library with all subject related books, AC rooms lecture hall, conference hall and auditorium, and a computer room for accessing electronic media.
Faculty: Great faculty members. Enthusiastic head of the department. The college has highly experienced, professional, well-educated, friendly and helpful professors. The staff members are great and helpful. The students are given chance to work with life science companies so that they can establish themselves according to the future needs.
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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the placement rate at Department of Law Panjab University?
A: 

Over the past three years of drives, an improving trend was observed in the LLB placement percentage. On the contrary, a declining trend was observed in the LLM placement rate. Refer to the below table for the Department of Law Panjab University placement rate trends:

CoursePlacement Rate (2020)Placement Rate (2021)Placement Rate (2022)
LLB67%70%81%
LLM81%50%8%

NOTE: The above percentage is calculated from the data given in the NIRF report 2023.

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Q:   Is Panjab University hard to get?
A: 

 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 JEE Main session 2 result?
A: 

After JEE session 2 is completed, only those candidates who are aiming for IITs need to start preparing for JEE Advanced after clearing JEE Main. Those who are above the 98th percentile should start preparing for JEE Advanced as soon as possible. Those below this, between the 95th and 98th percentile, should focus on attempting more mock tests and previous year question papers so that they have a better chance of clearing JEE Advanced

Q:   What is the highest package offered during Panjab University placements?
A: 

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 are the placements at Panjab University?
A: 

The key highlights of PU Chandigarh UIET placements 2024 as compared with 2023 and 2022 are presented below:

Particulars

PU UIET Placement Statistics (2022)

PU UIET Placement Statistics (2023)

PU UIET Placement Statistics (2024)

Highest package

INR 56 LPA (Off Campus)

INR 32 LPA (On Campus)

INR 45 LPA

INR 42 LPA (Off Campus)

INR 25 LPA (On Campus)

Average package

INR 8.85 LPA

INR 8.72 LPA

INR 9.11 LPA

Total offers

423

382

314

Total companies

50+

50+

50+

Note: UIET denotes University Institute of Engineering and Technology and the institute functions under Panjab University.

Further, as per media reports, the key highlights of PU Chandigarh UBS placements 2023 as compared with 2022 are presented below:

Particulars

UBS Placement Statistics (2022)

UBS Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest package

INR 53.06 LPA

INR 58.48 LPA

Average package

INR 10.13 LPA

INR 13.7 LPA

Placement rate

96.29%

91.3%

Companies visited

31

45+

Note: UBS placement data is sourced from media reports.

UBS is University Business School, and the school functions under Panjab University.

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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2023)
Median SalaryINR 6.50 Lakh
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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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Admission Process

    Important Dates

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    PU-CET (PG)
    Apr 1, 2026
    PU-CET (PG)-PU-CET (P.G.) application process 2026Tentative
    Jun 4, 2026
    PU-CET (PG)-PU-CET (P.G.) 2026 last date of paying application feeTentative
    Jun 10, 2026
    PU-CET (PG)-Last date for submission of printout of form along with required documentsTentative

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    M.Sc. in Microbial Biotechnology
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    Students also asked

    Q:   Is Panjab University good for Law placements?
    A: 

    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 many companies visit the campus during Panjab University placements?
    A: 

    More than 100 companies visited the Panjab University campus for UIET placements and 53 for the MBA placements. The same is presented below:

    Particulars

    PU UIET Placement Statistics (2025)

    PU UBS Placement Statistics (2025)

    Total companies

    100+

    53

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    Q:   How do I get admission to Panjab University?
    A: 

    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:   Can I get direct admission in Panjab University?
    A: 

    For Panjab University admission 2025, the university conducts multiple entrance exams such as PUMET, PUCET, PGLAW, PUMEET, PU UGLAW, PU MPhil and PhD Entrance Test, among others, for admission to its UG, PG and doctoral-level courses. However, candidates can reach out to the admission office to understand if there are any seats available to PU programmes for direct admission. The online link to fill and submit the online admission form for UG/ Certificate courses can be checked on the official website. Candidates seeking admission via the sports category must submit the certificate/ documents in the office of Campus Sports (Gymnasium Building, Jawaharlal Nehru Complex), PU, Chandigarh on or before the last date for submission of admission form. 

    Q:   What all documents are required during Panjab University admissions?
    A: 

    Candidates have to keep the below given documents ready during the Panjab University admissions:

    • Class 10 mark sheet and passing certificate
    • Class 12 mark sheet and passing certificate
    • Bachelor's degree (if applicable)
    • Passport-size photo
    • Aadhar Card
    • Category Certificate (if applicable)
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