M.Sc. Eligibility

To be eligible for the M.Sc. programs at Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU), students need to know about the following general criteria: Educational Qualification:A candidate needs to have a Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or institute. Minimum Marks: In the qualifying examination, marks (50% to 55% generally) are usually needed, but might differ with respect to subjects and category (marks relaxation is given to reserved category students as per government rules).Entrance Examination:The admission of M.Sc. programs is mainly via Common University Entrance Test (CUET), which the university conducts. Admission will be based on the qualifying criteria of the candidates in this examination.Age Limit:An upper age limit is not usually prescribed for M.Sc. courses at IGNTU. You should check the website of the university regarding eligibility requirement related to the M.Sc. programme of your choice as they may change the eligibility criteria time by time.

For admission into the M.Sc. courses proposed to be conducted by the A.P. State Council of Higher Education, APSCHE eligibility criteria are shown below:Educational Qualification: Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as B.Sc., with 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).Entrance Test: It is usually through performance in the Andhra Pradesh Post Graduate Common Entrance Test, (APPGCET).Local/Non-local Status: Candidates must qualify local/non-local status requirements according to the Andhra Pradesh Educational Institutions regulations.The criteria would mean that students already have the background for their respectively chosen M.Sc. programs.

The eligibility criteria for enrolling in the M.Sc. programs at the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) are as follows: 1. Educational Qualification: Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Science, Forensic Science, Medicine, Engineering, Pharmacy, Dentistry, or Ayush.2. Minimum Marks: Candidates should have obtained at least 55% marks for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and 50% marks for SC/ST and PwD category candidates.3. Entrance Exam: Candidates need to appear for the NFSU Entrance Exam, which tests their knowledge in subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Basics of Forensic Science.These criteria ensure that students have a solid foundation in relevant fields and are well-prepared for the advanced coursework in the M.Sc. programs.

Programme Details- Duration :2 yrs. (4 Semesters) A four semester program, to enable graduate students to pursue doctoral studies or professional employment, through imparting in depth knowledge in specific areas of Biotechnology along with three semester dissertation.Eligibility Criteria Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelors degree of BiotechnologyOr Applied Medical Science  (Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Sciences)Or Medical Science & Allied Medical Science  (MBBS, BAMS, BDS, BHMS, Nursing, MLT)Or Biosciences  (Biotech, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Genetics)or Life Sciences  (Botany, Zoology) or Agriculture or Nanotechnology or Food Sciences or Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology or Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology or Public Health & Allied Sciences or Plant Science or equivalent. (5% relaxation to North-East states and Sikkim candidates or Defence Personnel and their Dependents or Wards of Kashmiri Migrants)Programme OutcomesPO1 : Knowledge Enhancement : Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, principles and theories relating to subject areas.PO2 : Conduct experimentation : Use explorative aptitude and analytical methods for design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data and synthesis of information to provide effective conclusions.PO3 : Research Problem Solving : Ability to assimilate, evaluate and present research results objectivelyPO4 : Communication : Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written contexts in the form of technical papers, project reports, design documents and seminar presentations.PO5 : Ethics : Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities for societal benefitsPO6 : Individual and team work : Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.PO7 : Life-long learning : Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of upcoming scientific change.Salient FeaturesContemporary curriculumInstil advanced knowledge in the major areas of biotechnology such as Genetic engineering, molecular biology, reproductive and therapeutic cloning and research methodology.Knowledge EnhancementCourses based on plant and animal biotechnology, genetic engineering, molecular biology and immunology are incorporated in the curriculum to provide students with basic knowledge and modern technology used in the research areas. These courses are also required for qualifying national eligibility test.ProjectProject has been incorporated to make the programme research oriented and to equip the students with practical exposure, writing and presentation skills.Technical skillsLaboratory courses in every semester are offered to develop practical skills in the students. Interpretation of scientific data is done by using qualitative, quantitative and analytical techniques.