M.Sc Microbiology Admission 2021 & Top Colleges

• Microbiology is the branch of biology which deals with the study of microorganisms.  It deals with the structure, functions, applications and mode of existence of single cellular or multicellular microorganisms.
• This branch of biology also includes sub-disciplines like virology, mycology, parasitology and bacteriology.
• Microbiology is an emerging field having the great scope in future. Master of Science in Microbiology or M.Sc. in Microbiology is the postgraduate level course having the duration of 2 years.
• The course will consist of 4 semesters; each semester is lasting for a period of 6 months. The course fee falls in between 1.5 to 2 lac depending upon the reputation of the college.

The syllabus of M.Sc. in Microbiology will consist of following subjects:
•    Biochemistry
•    Microbiology
•    Molecular Genetics
•    Biostatistics
•    Enzyme Technology
•    Mycology
•    Bacterial and Viral Pathogenesis
•    Fermentation Technology
•    Molecular and Cellular Immunology and Biology of Vaccines
Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc. in Microbiology:
•    The student must have passed B.Sc. in Chemistry, Biology, Zoology or must possess           the equivalent degree in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Genetics/Industrial         Microbiology/Medical lab Technology. 
•    The minimum aggregate marks required in graduation are 55%. The marks percentage        for admission may vary from college to college. 
•    Candidate appearing the final year examination of graduation can also apply on                   provisional basis.
Admission Procedure for M.Sc. in Microbiology:
•    Admission will be offered through entrance exam.
•    Students have to appear an entrance test for getting admittance into M.Sc. in Microbiology.
•    Candidates who wish to take entrance test have to submit application form before the last date.
•    Few entrance tests conducted for this course are IISc entrance test for admission into Indian Institute of science and Osmania University entrance test for admission into Osmania University.
•    There are also some colleges which provides direct entry on the basis of marks secured at graduation level.
Job Opportunities after M.Sc. in Microbiology:

• There is a great scope for career in Microbiology in India as well as abroad.Right after the completion of course, the students will get huge job opportunities.
• After completing this course, a candidate can work as a microbiologist in any industry. The scope for microbiologists exists in the food industry, the pharmaceutical industry, medical, dairy, clinical research, vaccines, chemical, nanotechnology, agriculture industry, healthcare industry, water industry, etc.
• Excellent job opportunities are available in government sector for this field individual. They can apply for the post of drug officer, food inspector, the microbiologist in DRDO, FCI and Railways.
• Postgraduates of this field are also eligible for National Eligibility Test for Lectureship. They can apply for the post of professor in medical and veterinary colleges.
• Once you earn a post-graduate degree in microbiology, you can go for doctor of philosophy (Ph.D) in relevant field. It enables the candidates to become scientist and perform research work in the same. Also, it boosts the career prospects for candidates.

Top Recruiters of Microbiologists:
Microbiologists are placed in the following companies:
•    Ranbaxy
•    Nestle
•    Avon Cosmetics
•    Cadila
•    ONGC
•    Panacea Biotech
•    Serum Institute
•    ZydusCadila
Salary Offered after M.Sc. in Microbiologists:
In India, a newly qualified microbiologist can earn Rs 2 to 3 lacs per year. The Candidates employed in pharma and biotech lab can get starting salary of Rs 15,000/- to Rs 20,000/- per month. In Us, the average annual salary of microbiologist is $67,550.