BIO-TECH
Bio-technology is one of the most revolutionary and beneficial scientific advances
of the last quarter century. It is an interdisciplinary science including not only
biology but also subjects like mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering and
many more. It is also a conglomeration of various combined technologies applied
to living cells for production of a particular product or enhancing its quality
according to our preferences. Its application varies from agriculture to industry
-- food, pharmaceutical, chemical, bio-products, textiles, medicine, nutrition,
environmental conservation, animal sciences etc., arguably making it one of the
fastest growing fields.
Biotechnology combines disciplines like genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry,
embryology and cell biology, which are in turn linked to
practical disciplines like chemical engineering, information technology, and robotics.
An individual aspiring for career in Biotechnology should have a scientific aptitude
and a keen interest in the biological sciences. Some other aspects like problem
solving skills, information technology skill, analyzing and interpreting skills
are also essential for a successful career in this field. The candidate should be
methodical and patient by nature, able to work neatly and accurately and have a
flair for laboratory work. The ability to work independently is another important
aspect. The knowledge of computers in work is a must.
Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi conducts a combined all India level entrance
examination for MSc Biotechnology program. Candidates with Bachelor’s degree under
10+2+3 pattern of education in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary &
Fishery Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering, Technology 4-Years BS (Physician Assistant
Course); OR Medicine (MBBS) OR BDS with at least 55% marks are eligible to apply
for MSc (Biotechnology) offered by JNU and several other universities all over the
country.
Eligibility
Candidates having a background in science at the 10+2 level are eligible for the
B.Tech course in biotechnology as well as the integrated M.Tech program.
Graduates in all sciences/engineering technology/medicine are eligible for the postgraduate
course in biotechnology.
Career Prospects
Biotechnology in India is also throwing up tremendous scope for growth and is contributing
to the total biotech market worth US $100 billion. The country has a global market
worth $91 billion and there is scope for cheap R&D through bio-partnering and codeveloping
technologies mainly with Chinese and American companies. Many leading global pharmaceutical
companies are seeking India to set their research and development centers here.
A biotechnologist may find jobs in various quarters. In India Students can mainly
explore job options in the following fields:
1. Drug and pharmaceutical research
2. Public funded laboratories
3. Chemicals
4. Environment control
5. Waste management
6. Energy
7. Food processing &
8. Bio-processing industries
INSTITUTIONS
Institutes offering M.Sc Biotechnology (Selection through All India Combined Entrance
Test)
1. University of Allahabad, Allahabad
2. Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu
3. Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
4. Calicut University, Kerala
5. Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, lndore 6.
Goa University, Goa 7. Gulbarga University,
Gulbarga 8. Guru Jambheshwar University,
Hisar 9. Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar
10. Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla
11. University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
12. University of Jammu, Jammu 13. Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi
14. Kumaun University, Nainital 15. University of Lucknow, Lucknow
16. MS University of Baroda, Vadodara 17.
Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai 18.
University of Mysore, Mysore 19. University
of North Bengal, Siliguri 20. Pondicherry
University, Pondicherry 21. University of
Pune, Pune 22. Punjabi University, Patiala
23. R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur
24. Sardar Patel University, Gujarat
25. Tezpur University, Tezpur (Assam)
26. Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology,
Patiala 27. Utkal University, Bhubaneswar
28. Visva-Bharati University, Sanliniketan
Institutes offering B.Tech/M.Tech/PhD
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
Courses Offered : B.Tech., M.Tech. in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology,
M.S. (Research) in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology and Pre Ph.D. Courses
- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal
Courses Offered : M.Sc and M.Tech degree in Animal Biotechnology
- Indian Institute of Technology, kharagpur
Courses Offered : B.Tech.(H) in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, B.Tech.(H)
and M.Tech. in Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, MS (Biotechnology), M.Tech.
- Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering, Ph.D. (Biotechnology)
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Courses Offered : M Biotech
- Amity Institute of Biotechnology
Amity Noida Campus, Sector - 44 Noida - 201303 (U.P.) Phone : 1800-11-00-00 (Toll-Free)
Courses Offered : B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Bio-technology