B.Sc. (Hons.) - Biotechnology

B.Sc. (Hons.) - Biotechnology

School of Life & Basic Sciences

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  • Duration

    3+1 Years

  • Eligibility

    10+2 Science/ Biology/ Mathematics/ Agriculture/ Biotechnology or Equivalent

    with least 50% aggregate marks

  • Selection Procedure

    Merit + PI

Program Outcomes

Biotechnology and Useful Products

Understand the use of living organisms and their derivatives for creating valuable products and processes.

Biotechnology Applications Across Industries

Apply skills in plant, animal, and microbial biotechnology within pharmaceutical, food, agriculture, and beverage sectors.

Environmental Conservation through Biotechnology

Analyze and use biotechnology to address environmental issues and conservation.

Biomolecular Innovations for Human Welfare

Demonstrate expertise in biomolecules for applications benefiting human health and well-being.

Scientific Communication and Data Analysis

Communicate scientific findings and perform data collection and interpretation across biotechnology fields.

Professional Skills and Ethics in Biotechnology

Practice handling microbes, animals, and plants while recognizing and addressing ethical considerations.

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Career Paths

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Higher Studies and Research

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Biotech and Pharma Industry

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Healthcare and Clinical Research

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Agriculture and Food Biotechnology

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Environmental Biotechnology

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Industrial Biotechnology

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Teaching and Academia

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Entrepreneurship

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Bioinformatics

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Government and Policy Roles

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Intellectual Property

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Sales and Marketing

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Public Health and NGOs

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Lab and Bioprocess Management

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Pharmacovigilance

Curriculum


Program Structure in line with NEP 2020

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Fundamentals of Microbiology 4
Major (Core) Biomolecules: Building blocks 4
Major (Core) Practical I: Major (Core) 2
Multidisciplinary Inorganic Chemistry 2
Multidisciplinary Practical II: Inorganic Chemistry 1
SEC Fundamentals of Computers 2
SEC Lab Practical III: Fundamentals of Computers 1
AEC Environmental Sciences and Sustainability 2
*VAC Yoga and wellness
Understanding India 		2
Total 20

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Cell Biology 4
Major (Core) Bio-Analytical Techniques 4
Major (Core) Practical I: Major (Core) 2
Multidisciplinary Physical Chemistry 2
Multidisciplinary Practical Practical II: Physical Chemistry 1
SEC Linux 2
SEC Lab Practical III: SEC Lab 1
AEC English 2
*VAC Quantitative Aptitude
Health and Community Nutrition 		2
Total 20

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Principles of Genetics 4
Major (Core) Metabolism 4
Major (Core) Practical I (Principles of Genetics and Metabolism) 2
Multidisciplinary Organic Chemistry 2
Multidisciplinary Practical II: Organic Chemistry 1
Minor Discipline Animal Diversity-I
Plant Diversity 		3
Introductory Mathematics 4
Minor Discipline Lab **Practical III: Animal Diversity-I
**Practical III: Plant Diversity 		1
*VAC Introduction to AI
Digital empowerment 		2
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Total 23

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Molecular Biology 4
Major (Core) Microbial Diversity 4
Major (Core) Practical I: Major (Core) 2
Minor Discipline Plant Anatomy and Morphology
Animal Diversity-II
C Programming 		3
Minor Discipline Lab Practical II: Plant Anatomy and Morphology
Practical II: Animal Diversity-II
Practical II: C Programming 		1
SEC Biofertilizers 2
SEC Lab Practical III: SEC Lab 1
AEC Professional Communication Skills 2
IC Internship 2
Total 21

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Plant Biotechnology 4
Major (Core) Bioprocess Technology 4
Major (Core) Practical I (Plant Biotechnology and Bioprocess Technology) 2
Minor Discipline Plant Physiology
Animal Physiology
C++ Programming 		3
Minor Discipline Lab Practical II: Plant Physiology
Practical II: Animal Physiology
Practical II: C++ Programming
1
Minor Discipline Fundamentals of Bioinformatics
Molecular diagnostics 		3
Minor Discipline Practical III: Fundamentals of Bioinformatics
Practical III: Molecular diagnostics 		1
SEC Biostatistics 3
Total 21

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Recombinant DNA Technology 4
Major (Core) Immunology 4
Major (Core) Practical I (Recombinant DNA Technology and Immunology) 2
Minor Discipline Economic Botany
Animal Ethology
Perl Programming 		3
Minor Discipline Practical II: Economic Botany
Practical II: Animal Ethology
Practical II: Perl Programming 		1
Minor Discipline Bacterial Physiology and genetics
IPR, Biosafety and Bioethics 		3
**Minor Discipline **Practical III: Bacterial Physiology and genetics 1
AEC Personality Development and Soft skills 2
Total 23

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Environment Biotechnology 4
Major (Core) Food biotechnology 4
Major (Core) Practical I (Environment Biotechnology and Food biotechnology) 2
Minor Discipline Plant Pathology
Comparative Anatomy
Python 		3
Minor Discipline Lab Practical II: Plant Pathology
Practical II: Comparative Anatomy
Practical II: Python 		1
Minor Discipline Plant Breeding
Applied Zoology
Introduction to R programming 		3
Minor Discipline Lab Practical III: Plant Breeding
Practical III: Applied Zoology
Practical III: Introduction to R programming 		1
DSE Research Methodology
Genomics and Proteomics 		4
DSE Lab Practical IV: Research Methodology
Practical IV: Genomics and Proteomics 		1
*VAC Entrepreneurship and Startup
Vermicomposting 		2
Total 25

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Major (Core) Animal Biotechnology 4
Major (Core) Biology of infectious Diseases 4
Major (Core) Practical I: Animal Biotechnology and Biology of infectious Diseases 2
DSE Enzymology
Biosensors 		4
DSE Lab Practical II: Enzymology
Practical II: Biosensors 		1
Total 15

OR

Course Category Paper Title Credits
Core Dissertation 14
Seminar Seminar 1
Total 15

Tuition Fee

₹45,800

Note *Lab & Library fee will be charged separately
#Program Proposed from Session 2024-25

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 4-year program offers deeper specialization, research experience, and better career prospects. It prepares students for higher studies, boosts employability, provides flexible exit options, and focuses on holistic growth through industry exposure, interdisciplinary learning, and skills development.

The fourth year emphasizes research, specialization, and major projects or dissertations, preparing students for careers in research, industry, or further studies.

Students engage in lab projects, internships, and collaborations with research institutes, building skills in genetic engineering, microbiology, and bioinformatics.

Yes, internships are often required to gain practical experience, industry exposure, and connections in fields like pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.

Students develop expertise in molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, lab techniques, scientific communication, critical thinking, and project management.

Yes, the 4-year degree meets global standards and qualifies graduates for master’s and doctoral programs abroad.

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