M.Sc. in Biochemistry 

at Shivaji University Kolhapur, Kolhapur

Yes, Shivaji University provides an MSc course. This programme is offered with many specialisations. Some specialisations are Computer Science, Biotechnology, and more. The application process is conducted online. Moreover, admission is granted based on the university’s own entrance test.

Basic eligibility to secure admission for Integrated B.Sc + M.Sc in Nanoscience and Technology in Shivaji University is that candidate should have a minimum pass mark of 45% in class 12. Candidate must have passed 10+2 in Science stream. Final year appearing candidates can also apply on provisional basis. Those Candidates who belongs to other state will have to score minimum 55% marks in 10+2. Final Selection Candidates are selected based on Shivaji University entrance exam score and marks obtained in 10+2. Selection parameters and weightage : Entrance Exam Score- 50% 10+2 exam score - 50% Regards.

Shivaji University offers more than 120 undergraduates, postgraduates, diploma, and doctoral courses through various departments of the Science, Arts, Technology, Management, and Commerce fields. Some of the Shivaji University course admissions fees are mentioned in the below table:

According to NIRF report 2025, UG 4-year and PG 2-year placement highlights 2024 at Shivaji University are mentioned below: 

Particulars	UG 4-year Placement Statistics 2024	PG 2-year Placement Statistics 2024
Median package	INR 3.3 LPA	INR 2.45 LPA
Graduating students	239	1193
Students placed	190	672
Students selected for higher studies	12	135

To get MSc admission in Shivaji University Kolhapur candidates must have bachelor's degree with minimum 45% aggregate. Find below the key highlights of the Shivaji University MSc course are given in the table below:

Particulars	MSc Highlights
Duration	2 years
No. of specialisations	20
Total tuition fee	INR 2,000 - INR 90,900
Accepted entrance exam	Entrance exam conducted by SU
Seat Intake	210

Software Industry & Service Industry sector emerged as the top recruiting sector wherein a total of 363 companies visited the campus during Shivaji University placements in recent past. The sector-wise number of companies visited during Shivaji University placements in recent past is presented below:

Sectors	Companies Visited
Software Industry & Service Industry	363
Manufacturing Industry	196
Food Processing Industry	44
Agriculture Manufacturing Industry	31
Banking & Finance Industry	31
Pharmaceutical Industry	16
Marketing and Sales Industry	8
Transport Industry	6
Supply Chain & Logistics Industry	5

The Shivaji University eligibility is fairly simple. Students need to clear the basic eligibility to get admission in the university. The common eligibility is as below:

• Shivaji University UG eligibility – Class 12 with relevant subjects from a recognised board
• Shivaji University PG eligibility – UG degree in relevant field from a recognised university
• Shivaji University PhD eligibility – PG degree from a recognised university

The lowest package and average package offered to the 2023 batch were INR 2.80 LPA and INR 3.50 LPA, respectively. Further, the highest package offered during 2023 placements was INR 7.50 LPA. Check the below table representing the salary details for Department of Technology Shivaji University Kolhapur placements 2023:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Average package	INR 3.50 LPA
Highest package	INR 7.50 LPA
Lowest package	INR 2.80 LPA

Shivaji University average package data is not released. However, as per NIRF report 2025, UG 4-year and PG 2-year median package recorded in 2024 was 3.3 LPA and 2.45 LPA. Median package received by PG 1-year, PG 3-year and PG 5-year students was 2.4 LPA. 1.8 LPA and 2.4 LPA.

Students may get admission in Shivaji University with 70% in Class 12. The minimum percentage required in Class 12 is generally 45%. So, 70% does make you eligible to apply. The final selection however, is subject to clearing the selection rounds.