B.SC Biotechnology Admission 2021-22 & Top Colleges List

• B.Sc. in Biotechnology is a 3 years long course resulting in the award of an undergraduate degree. The course consists of 6 semesters with each semester spreads over a period of 6 months.
• The total tuition fee of the course in private colleges usually falls in the range of 2.5 to 3 lacs.
• Biotechnology combines two subjects i.e. Biology and Technology. Biotechnology has been used in a wide variety of sectors such as agriculture, healthcare, environment conservation, animal husbandry, medicine, and food production. It is one of the best fields of research work. 
• The course emphasizes biological sciences and engineering techniques to prepare the students for industry and research programs.
• The course includes an extensive variety of subjects such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Virology, Genetics Engineering, Animal and Plant Biotechnology, Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology.

Eligibility Criteria for B.Sc. in Biotechnology:

The prerequisite qualification for pursuing this course is 12th passed from a recognized educational institution. The intermediate examination should be studied in Science Stream with PCM/PCB group by obtaining a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.

Admission Procedure for B.Sc. in Biotechnology:

• The initial step for taking admission in this course is filling the application form.
• Candidates can obtain the application form either online or offline (as applicable).
• Generally, admission into this course is carried out on a merit basis of intermediate examination.
• However, some colleges regulate their separate entrance test for admitting students into this course.
• To get exact information regarding the admission process, students can go to the official website of the desired college.

Job Opportunities Offered After B.Sc. Biotechnology in India:

• Plenty of jobs are available for candidates holding the degree in B.Sc. in biotechnology. Excellent career opportunities for biotechnologists exist in the chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, health care center, food industry, textile industry, medicines, etc.
• B.Sc biotechnology graduates will also be eligible to get jobs in government sectors. One can apply for jobs in railways, defense, FCI, IB, and UPSC jobs.
• The professionals in this field are usually engaged in the research and development work in laboratories.
• After completing B.Sc. in biotechnology, students can also go for higher studies and pursue M.Sc. in the same. A ph.D. in biotechnology is also a good option available in this field.

Some major recruiters for Biotechnologists include:

• IDPL
• Hindustan Antibiotics
• Ranbaxy
• Hindustan Lever
• Dabur
• Bincon India Ltd.
• ITC
• Amul India
• Cipla Pharma

Salary Offered After B.Sc. in Biotechnology :

The annual package offered to biotechnology professionals in pharmaceutical companies is approximately Rs 2.5 Lacs. The salary package varies from industry to industry. An experienced biotechnologist can earn more salary.