M.Sc. in Biotechnology 

at MIT WPU, Kothrud

Yes, for admissions, MIT World Peace University conducts MIT WPU CET entrance tests for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Apart from these, MIT-WPU also accepts several national-level entrance exam scores such as JEE Main, CAT, NEET-UG, MAT and XAT, among others. MIT-WPUalso offers merit-based admission to a few undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Candidates seeking for MIT WPU admissions must visit the official website of the University to register themselves. Find out the course-wise selection criteria for all the UG & PG courses of MIT Pune, here. 

No, direct admission to a four-year B.Tech course at MIT-WPU is not possible. For admission to B.Tech course, MIT-WPU accepts a valid score of various state/ national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main/ MHT CET/ PERA CET/ NEET UG. Those who are willing to get admission to this course must appear and qualify for the respective entrance exams. However, direct admission is valid for BTech (Lateral Entry) course, where students are offered direct admission to the second year of B.Tech via merit scores obtained in Class 12. For complete MIT-WPU B.Tech admission related details, click here.

MIT-WPU offers good annual placements for various courses like B.Tech, MCA, B.Des and M.Sc, etc. As per the latest report, the highest package offered during MIT-WPU placements 2023 stood at INR 51.36 LPA. Further, the highest packages offered to the B.Tech and B.Des batches 2023 stood at INR 44.14 LPA and INR 20 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of MIT-WPU placements 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	MSc: INR 51.36 LPA BTech (IT): INR 44.14 LPA MTech: INR 24 LPA BDes: INR 20 LPA
Average package	INR 7 LPA
Average package for top 100 placements	INR 16.3 LPA

 

Some of the star recruiters of MIT-WPU Pune placements include Axis Bank, Adani Wilmar, Thermax, ITC Ltd, TCS, Times Group, Larsen and Toubro, IBM, HCL, Michelin India, Amdocs, Infosys, ONGC, Hitachi, and Barclays, among various others.

Yes, MIT-WPU accepts the Maharashtra Common Entrance Test (MHT-CET) entrance test scores for admission to a few undergraduate and postgraduate courses. For MIT-WPU BTech admission, the University accepts either JEE Main/ MHT-CET or PERA CET entrance exam scores. Apart from BTech, MIT-WPU also accepts MHT- CET for MBA and BPharm admission. Apart from that, the university also considers the score of various other state and national-level entrance exams such as PERA CET, JEE Main, CAT, MAT, NEET UG, etc., for admission of candidates to various courses from the streams of Science, Management, Humanties, etc. Click here for the detailed MHT CET application process.

CAT cut offs are not announced along with the CAT result. The cut offs also not released publicaly. They are known after a few days of result announcement when the IIMs and other colleges start their shortlisting process. The IIMs will open shortlist window basis the CAT cut offs two to three days after the result announcement. The CAT percentile of candidates shortlisted for Written Ability Test (What), Group Discussion GD and Personal Interview, PI can be considered the cut off for that IIM. For example, if a candidate with CAT percentile of 99 belonging from General category is selected for the What/GD-PI of IIM Calcutta, then the CAT cut off for IIM Calcutta is 99 percentile. Only those candidates who will make it to the What/GD-PI round of IIMs will get to know the cut offs.

For admission to a four-year B.Tech course at MIT-WPU , aspirants are required to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as per the university's norms. Those who are willing to get admission to this course must pass Class 12 with minimum of 50-60% aggregate. They must have studied Physics and Mathematics as main subjects and Chemistry/ Technical Vocational/ Biotechnology* as optional subjects. 

For candidates belonging to differently-abled categories, backward categories and Maharashtra-state, there is a reduction of five percent. These candidates are required to obtain minimum of 45-55% aggregate in the last qualifying exam of Class 12 in the same subjects as of all. 

*This subject is only required for BTech in Bioengineering course. 

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the key points from the students' and alumni's reviews:

* Placement Opportunities: MIT-WPU has a dedicated Placement Cell that helps students secure job offers from leading companies, including international ones. The highest package offered was INR20 LPA, and the average package ranges between INR4-INR14 LPA. Top recruiting companies include Cisco, Cognizant, TCS, Infosys, and more.
* Infrastructure and Facilities: The college has modern classrooms with digital boards, a well-equipped library, and state-of-the-art computer labs. The hostel facilities are comfortable, with Wi-Fi, cleaning services, and good food. Sports facilities are also available.
* Faculty and Curriculum: The department of Biosciences and Technology has excellent faculty members who are knowledgeable and supportive. The course curriculum is updated annually, covering both theoretical and practical aspects. The semester exams are challenging, but manageable, with a balance of assignments and project work.
* Career Prospects: Graduates from MIT-WPU have secured positions in industries like IT, biotechnology, and healthcare. The most popular roles offered include software developer, software engineer, data analyst, and full-stack web developer.
* Internship Opportunities: Many students have completed internships at prestigious companies, gaining valuable industry experience. The college also offers an internship program, providing opportunities for hands-on learning and skill-building.

Overall, based on the feedback from students and alumni, pursuing an M.Sc. at MIT-WPU can lead to promising career prospects, exposure to cutting-edge technology, and opportunities for growth and development. While the competition for placements might be stiff, the college's strong reputation and connections with industry partners can increase chances of securing a good job offer.

Note: The figures mentioned above are in Indian Rupees (INR).

A total of 5 types of scholarships are offered by MIT-WPU which include Vishwanath Karad Merit Scholarship, MIT-WPU Merit Scholarship, etc. To apply for the scholarships offered at MIT-WPU, candidates can follow the steps given below:

• Visit the official website.
• Check the eligibility criteria and apply accordingly.
• Now, submit the relevant documents and apply for the scholarship.

For admission to a four-year BTech course at MIT-WPU, aspirants are required to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria as per the university's norms. Those who are willing to get admission to this course must pass Class 12 with minimum of 50-60% aggregate. They must have studied Physics and Mathematics as main subjects and Chemistry/ Technical Vocational/ Biotechnology* as optional subjects.

For candidates belonging to differently-abled categories, backward categories and Maharashtra-state, there is a reduction of five percent. These candidates are required to obtain minimum of 45-55% aggregate in the last qualifying exam of Class 12 in the same subjects as of all.

*This subject is only required for BTech in Bioengineering course.