Biotechnology

What is Biotechnology

Biotechnology is a field which contains an amalgamation of many streams, namely mathematics, chemistry, biology and technology. It involves knowledge drawn through multiple disciplines. Cellular and biomolecular processes are used for creating product solutions which can solve our problems and make lives better. There are applications of Biotechnology in various areas of our lives. It includes healthcare, pharmacy, food production, animal husbandry, agriculture, textiles, nutrition and many more. The courses involve theoretical knowledge as well as the practical implementation of the same through laboratory experiments and analysis through computer software. All the relevant information about the Biotechnology course is mentioned below here.

Eligibility Criteria (UG & PG) of Biotechnology

For B.Sc. in Biotechnology:

Students applying for this course should have a 10+2 qualification in the science stream, completed from a recognised educational board.

For B.Tech. In Biotechnology:

The students applying for this course must have qualified the 10+2 examination under science stream and have subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology in their course curriculum from a recognised board.

For Post Graduate Programs:

The students must have a Bachelor’s degree in either Physics, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology or in any other related discipline, with a minimum score of 50% are eligible for applying.

For PhD in Biotechnology:

Post-graduation in Biology/ Biotechnology, from a recognised institute or M.Sc. in disciplines consistent with the research areas of the department or M.Tech. Or an equivalent degree in Biotechnology or other interdisciplinary areas.

Biotechnology entrance exam

a) For Undergraduate courses:

B.Sc. in Biotechnology:

Sometimes exams are conducted by the institutions or some national/state level examination scores are considered for evaluation. And, in some cases, only the 12th-grade marks are considered.

The exam scores which are accepted by selected institutes include:

·         AIIMS Biotechnology Entrance Test

·        GAT-B- The exam was earlier conducted by JNU (Jawaharlal Nehru University) as a Combined Biotechnology Entrance Examination

·         DU (University of Delhi) Biotechnology Entrance Examination

B. Tech in Biotechnology:

Most colleges require an entrance exam score for admission to B.Tech courses. The entrance exams accepted include:

·         JEE Main: A screening test for JEE Advanced. It is a compulsory requirement for most college admissions.

·         JEE Advanced: This has to be given after clearing JEE Main. Primarily for admissions to IITs

·         COMEDK UGET: Consortium of Medical, Engineering and Dental Colleges of Karnataka Under Graduate Entrance Test, for colleges in the state of Karnataka.

·         SRMJEEE: For admission process of SRM institute of technology

·         BITSAT: For admission to different campuses of Birla Institute of Technology and Science 

·         VITEEE: For admission to Vellore institute of technology

b) For Post-graduate courses:

M.Sc. in Biotechnology: Most colleges offer admission on the basis of entrance tests. The entrance exams for the admission process include:

·         JNUEE conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru University

·         BHU PET conducted by Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi

·         BITSAT conducted by BITS Pilani

·         TISS NET conducted by Tata Institute of Social Sciences

·         DUET conducted by Delhi University

·         IPU CET conducted by Indraprastha University

M.Tech in Biotechnology:

The admission to MTech courses happens through GATE examination. GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) is conducted by Indian Institute of Science and IIT’s for technical graduates. The examination is generally conducted in January and the skills tested include General Aptitude and Engineering Mathematics.

Required Skillset for Biotechnology

Candidates  are expected to have some skills which will help them utilise the time in the best way possible and also learn the maximum from the courses. These skills will not only enhance a candidate’s learning but also will help them become successful and prosperous in future careers they choose to work in.

• Communication

• Research

• Organisational Skills

• Detail-Oriented

• Problem Solving/Troubleshooting

• Time Management

• Business Strategy

• Project Management

• People Management

• Budget Management