M.Sc Biotechnology

MSc Microbiology and MSc Biotechnology are two popular postgraduate programs in the field of life sciences. While both programs focus on studying microorganisms and their applications, there are key differences between them. Candidates can check the comparison of the two courses in the table below:ParticularsMSc MicrobiologyMSc BiotechnologyCourse LevelPostgraduatePostgraduateCourse Duration2 years2 YearsCourse FeeINR 20,00 to INR 1 lakhUp to INR 2 Lakhs per annumEligibility CriteriaBSc degree in any stream of Science50% in graduation with Biology or Chemistry Entrance ExamsIPU CET, BITSAT, CUET PGCUET PG, BITSAT, NEST, IIT JAM, TISS NETTop CollegesAlagappa University, Aligarh Muslim University, Bharathiar University, Calcutta University, etc.JNU, BHU, Calcutta University, JMI, etc. Job ProfilesMicrobiologist, Clinical Research Associate, Research Analyst, Project Assistant, Nutritionist.Research Biochemist, Research Associate, Professor, Lab Technician.Average Annual Salary INR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA.Up to INR 9 LPA.Top RecruitersCipla, Ranbaxy, Sun Pharma, Mascot International, Siron Technology, Pvt. Ltd., Lakshmi Life Sciences Ltd, Panacea Biotec Limited, Serum Institute of IndiaBiocon, Cipla, GlaxoSmithKline, Cadila Healthcare, Reliance Life Sciences, etc.Note: The information is sourced from external sites and may vary.

Rank 491 in M.Sc. Biotechnology can be quite decent, but whether it is "good" or not depends upon for which college you are aiming.As far as the last rank for M.Sc. Biotechnology in CPGET 2024 is concerned, it changes every year because certain criteria come into action such as a number of applicants, seat factor, and category-wise reservations among others. The last rank cutoff may also vary for different colleges affiliated under CPGET.For an accurate trend, it is always better to refer to the official cutoff list published by universities or to the admission office of colleges concerned. They can further provide detailed information with regard to the last rank admitted in the case of M.Sc. Biotechnology through CPGET 2024.

Yes, as Biotechnology is an evolving field, candidates could have bright career prospects in this field. They can choose amongst many job options, government or private after finishing the master's course in Biotechnology. They can opt for PhD in Biotechnology and make a career in research as well. Recent years have seen tremendous progress in the field of biotechnology, and new, more helpful scientific discoveries are being generated all the time. Because of its wide-ranging applications in many industries, most notably in medical, chemicals, food, textiles, animal science, the environment, and the list goes on, biotechnology is the field with the fastest rate of growth and is a favorite among young people for their career aspirations.