M.Sc. in Biotechnology 

at Goa University, Goa - Other

Goa University conducts its entrance exam for some of the courses. These are GU-ART and GU-PET for PG and PhD programmes, respectively. The university also conducts GU-CLAT, GU-QET, GU-CSAT, etc. Besides this, Goa University also accepts national-level entrance exam scores. The university accepts CMAT/ XAT for MBA General and ATMA for MBA Financial Services. For admission to PhD programme, the university also accepts UGC NET/ SET/ JRF/ GATE/ GPAT scores.

Candidates need to apply online on the official website of Goa University for UG and PG programmes. The university shortlists candidates for PG programmes based on GU-ART conducted by the university. For MBA admission, the university accepts CMAT/ ATMA scores. For UG courses, the selection is based on merit in the last qualifying exam. Candidates might need to come for personal interview round for some of the courses. The university releases its merit lists of the selected candidates for various courses. Shortlisted aspirants need to pay the programme fee to confirm their seat in the university.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

MSc at Goa University: Is it Worth Pursuing?

Based on the reviews and feedback from current students and alumni, here's a summary of what to expect:

Placement Opportunities:
* Placements vary across departments, with around 50% of students getting placed in some courses.
* the highest salary packages range from 2-10 LPA, with average packages between 1-6 LPA.
* Top recruiting companies include Wipro, Infosys, HDFC, Siemens, and others.
* Internship opportunities exist, with around 10-20% of students securing internships at prestigious institutions like IITs and BARC.

Teaching Quality and Curriculum:
* Teachers are generally helpful, knowledgeable, and experienced.
* Course curriculum is relevant and industry-oriented, making students job-ready.
* Some courses may need improvement in terms of syllabus design and time management.

Infrastructure and Facilities:
* College has well-maintained classrooms, labs, and a library with a diverse collection of books.
* Hostels are decent, with comfortable living conditions and adequate amenities.
* Medical facilities are available on campus, along with sports and recreational facilities.

Overall Experience:
* Goa University offers a unique learning environment, with a mix of academics and leisure activities.
* Student life is enjoyable, with regular events and festivals organized by the college.
* The city of Goa offers a relaxed atmosphere and plenty of opportunities for exploration and entertainment.

While there are some areas that need improvement, Goa University seems to offer a solid educational experience, especially considering its location and the opportunities available to students. Ultimately, whether it's "worth" pursuing depends on individual goals and preferences.

Goa University NEET UG cutoff 2024 ranged between 10898 and 14834 for the OBC category students in the AI quota. So, students with a cutoff rank of 14000 have the chance to get a call from the university for MBBS admission. However, the NEET UG cutoff ranks vary for different rounds and categories. Tabulated below is the NEET UG round-wise cutoff ranks for the OBC category students in the All India quota: 

Round	NEET UG Closing Ranks for MBBS
1	10898
2	13103
3	14834

So, as per the above data, candidates with a rank of 14000 are not eligible to take in the initial two rounds because the cutoff ranks are more competitive during the first two rounds. 

Goa University conducts a Qualifying Entrance Test or QET for admission to ME courses. QET is a two hour test of 100 marks. Aspirants who qualify QET are shortlisted for admission to ME programme. Besides, candidates must also complete graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate to apply for ME.

Yes, Goa University offers a two-year ME programme divided into four semesters. Candidates after completing their graduation can apply for any of the below ME specialisations:

• Geotechnical Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Power & Energy Engineering
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, etc.

The average package offered during the 2023 placement drive at Goa University is yet to be released on the official website. However, the median package offered in 2022 placement drive is disclosed in the NIRF report 2023. The following table showcases the median package offered during Goa University placements 2022:

Course	Median Package (2022)
PG 1 year	INR 5.10 LPA
PG 2 years	INR 2.34 LPA
PG 3 years	INR 1.20 LPA

Note: The median package mentioned data is taken from the Goa University NIRF report 2023. 

There are no placement details available on the official website of Goa University. However, the Goa University has released the NIRF report 2023 on its official website. Check out the table below for course-wise median packages offered during Goa University placements 2022:

Course	Median Package (2022)
PG 1 year	INR 5.10 LPA
PG 2 years	INR 2.34 LPA
PG 3 years	INR 1.20 LPA

Goa University has not specified minimum aggregate for most of the courses. However, aspirants need to pass a minimum qualification to apply for any of the UG or PG courses. Find below Goa University eligibility criteria for top programmes:

Popular Courses	Common Eligibility
BSc	Class 12
BBA	Class 12
MA	UG Degree
MBA	Bachelor's degree
BCA	Class 12
ME	BE with at least 50% aggregate
BA LLB	Class 12 with at least 45% aggregate (40% aggregate for SC/ ST and 42% aggregate for OBC)

The total tuition fee for Goa University ME ranges between INR 1.1 lakh and INR 2.8 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. The total fee of ME includes multiple components such as caution deposit, tuition fee, exam fee, etc. Besides, aspirants also need to pay an application fee of INR 700 (INR 350 for SC/ ST of Goa) for ME.