Himachal Institute of Life Sciences, Paonta Sahib Admission 2025: Dates, Application Form, Courses, Fees & Eligibility

Himachal Institute of Life Sciences, Paonta Sahib is a committed institution with a mission to provide life science education. Situated on Rampur Ghat Road, Himachal Pradesh, the college provides two distinct degree courses: B.Sc Biotechnology (Hons) and M.Sc Microbiology. As a small college, it still offers dedicated education with a small campus measuring 2.5 acres and three instructors.

For eligibility criteria, candidates interested in pursuing the B.Sc Biotechnology (Hons) course should have pursued 10+2 science stream subjects. Candidates interested in pursuing the M.Sc Microbiology course should possess a relevant bachelor's degree.

Application Process

The Himachal Institute of Life Sciences, Paonta Sahib, admission procedure, although not described in detail, can be assumed to be a standard procedure:

1. The probable candidates need to log in to the official website of the institute to read notifications about admissions.

2. Download and complete the application form for the preferred program (B.Sc Biotechnology Hons or M.Sc Microbiology).

3. Collect all the documents that are needed, usually:

• Properly filled application form
• Passport-size photographs
• Mark sheets of entrance exams (10+2 for B.Sc, Bachelor's degree for M.Sc)
• Transfer certificate of the previous institution
• Character certificate
• Any other supporting certificates or documents as needed by the institute

4. Fill in the application form completely and submit all the documents as required by the institute to the admission office of the institute. It can be submitted personally or through postal mail as indicated by the institute.

5. Remit the application fee as required by the institute. The payment mode (cash, demand draft, or online transfer) may be ascertained from the official website or the admission department.

6. Wait for the institute to process the applications and announce the list of selected candidates after submitting the application.

7. Selected candidates, if selected, will have to complete the admission formalities, i.e., payment of fees and verification of documents, within the given time period.

8. After completion of all the formalities, students can take their admission letter and prepare to report at the institute for the selected course.

Degree wise Admission Process

B.Sc Biotechnology (Hons): It is three years long undergraduate course conducted by the Himachal Institute of Life Sciences. Admissions in the course are awarded on the basis of marks scored by students in their 10+2 examination with emphasis on science subjects. The course is to transfer the knowledge and skills of the students in the discipline of biotechnology.

M.Sc Microbiology: It is a two-year postgraduate course carried out by the institute. Admission to this course would probably depend on the performance of the candidate in his/her bachelor's course, preferably in a relevant stream such as life sciences or biotechnology. The course will try its best to offer higher-level knowledge and research skills in the field of microbiology.