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Course Overview

Biotechnology is a field of applied branch of Biology. The post graduate programme provides students with subject specific knowledge and practical skills with the intention that the skills and knowledge help the students in professional employment or doctoral studies in the different areas of Biotechnology. The thrust areas of Biotechnology include Molecular Biology, Agricultural Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Bioinformatics etc. Today, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics are a great help to traditional sciences, refreshing them with new methods of research and thus, help them remain competitive in the scientific world.

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Eligibility & Fee Details

Course Name

M.Sc. Biotechnology

Course Duration

2 Years (Four Semester)

Eligibility

Bachlor degree of any stream of biological science, B.Sc. CBZ, B.Sc. CBZ with Biotechnology and B.Sc. Biotechnology with 45 % of marks.

Admission Process

On the basis of Entrance Exam /Merit

Total Fee of M.Sc. Biotechnology 2 Yrs - 1,70,550
Particulars 1st 2nd 3rd 4th
Admission Fee# 5,000      
Academic/Tuition Fee 33,448 33,327 33,448 33,327
Other Fee 750 750 750 750
Development Fee 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500
Enrollment Fee 2,000      
University Exam Fee 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000
Security Deposit* 5,000      
Total 51,698 39,577 39,698 39,577

Uniform Fee Extra

  • Fee structure subject to revision from time to time.
  • The Institute without any prejudice reserves the right to change or delete any information without any prior information.

Schedule of Depositing the Fee:

  • 1st Installment at the time of Admission.
  • 2nd, 4th, 6th and 8th Installment (as applicable) - Last Date Payment: 15th January each academic year.
  • 3rd, 5th and 7th Installment (as applicable) - Last Date Payment: 15th July each academic year.

Job Opportunities

The career prospects for biotechnologists are quite high nowadays. Multiple career opportunities are available for professionals of biotechnology in several educational institute and industries like Agriculture Industries, Agro Based Industries, Aquaculture Industries, Chemical Industries, Colleges And Universities, Environmental Specialist, Food Processing Industries, Media Houses As Science Writer, Pharmaceutical Companies and Research Laboratories.

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FAQs

Q.1. What Is Biotechnology?

The term "biotechnology" is used in the application of molecular biology techniques to identify genes responsible for particular traits; to clone, study, characterize, and manipulate them; and finally, to insert them into different organisms.

Q2. How are UG & PG Programmes designed?

Choice Based credit system with continuous evaluation is followed in semester pattern.

Q3. At the time of counseling, is it enough if I produce photostat copies of my certificates?

Sorry. Original certificates are to be produced

Q4. What is the Eligibilty & criteria for UG & PG courses?

a. For UG programmes- To apply it is mandatory to have taken Biology as a subject in your XII std. 45% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry & Biology is a necessary eligibility.
b. For PG programmes- Graduation in any discipline of science. Background in Biology is preferred for Biological Science, Biotechnology & Microbiology programs.

Q5. Is there an entrance exam for UG Programmes?

No, there isn’t. Admission is on the basis of Grade marks & the counselling held in our campus.

Q6. When did the admissions open?

May-june of any calendar year.

Q7. What are the Career options for the concerned course (but not limited to):

Industry: Pharma, Biotechnology, Clinical Research, Chemical Industry , Hospitals

Q8. What is the eligibility criteria required for admission?

For admission to Master’s programmes in Biotechnology, the minimum prescribed eligibility percentage is a minimum of 45% marks or an equivalent grade in the qualifying degree.

Q9. Are hostel facilities available for all students?

Hostels for girls who come from outside are available on a sharing basis (3-to-a room). Accommodation is not available for family members, spouses and children of married students.

Q11. Can I get campus jobs ?

A limited number of campus jobs are available under the Work – Earn programme and 100% job assisment.

Q12. Does SGRRU offer online / distance learning programmes?

No. All Master’s and Research programmes are regular programmes and do not allow students to take up full time or even part-time jobs.

Q13. Is SGRR University affiliated to any University for purpose of recognition of degrees?

No. Being a University, the question of affiliation to another university does not arise. Since the university is recognized by State Govt. Uttarakhand of India, the courses offered by SGRR University are recognized.

Q13. At the time of counseling, is the presence of candidate compulsory?

Yes, the candidate along with his parent or guardian shall be present at the counseling desk.

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