Good afternoon, you do not need to take a separate CET conducted by MJ College for admission into B.Sc. Biotechnology.

If you're applying through Maharashtra CAP rounds, then having a valid MHT CET score helps.

Otherwise, for merit based admission, your 12th PCB marks are sufficient.

Hey Jatin:)

Thanks for reaching out!

If biotechnology at NIT Agartala is showing in the CSAB choice filling portal,it means you can select it but that doesn't always means seats are available. CSAB portal shows all branches including those with zero vacancies. However,since this branch is not listed in the PDF released by CSAB it likely means there are no vacant seats right now.

CSAB still allows you to fill such choices so that if a seat becomes available later due to someone withdrawing or reshuffling,you can still be considered for it.

Note: It's advisable to include such options but make sure to keep branches with confirmed availability higher in your list incase no vacancy opens up later.

Hope this clears your query!

That's a very specific and important question to ask during the CSAB special rounds. The discrepancy between what you see on the choice-filling portal and the official PDF document is a common point of confusion for many students.

Here's the most accurate way to understand this situation:

The information displayed on the online choice-filling portal is generally considered the most up-to-date and authoritative source for seat availability during the counseling process. While the PDF documents released by CSAB are helpful for reference and as a general guide, the live data on the portal reflects the real-time status of vacant seats.

Therefore, if NIT Agartala's Biotechnology branch is showing up as a choice available in your portal, it means there are indeed vacant seats for you to fill for that particular branch and category.

There could be several reasons for this kind of discrepancy:

• Real-time updates: The online portal is dynamically updated. As students surrender their seats, withdraw from the process, or have their seat allocations canceled for various reasons, those seats become vacant and are immediately added to the available choices for the subsequent rounds. The PDF documents, on the other hand, are static. They are published at a specific point in time and might not reflect the most recent changes.

• Tentative nature of PDFs: The PDF for vacant seats is often released as a "tentative seat vacancy." The document itself might even state that candidates can fill choices that are not listed in the table, further reinforcing that the online portal is the primary source of truth.

• Category-specific vacancies: The PDF might show a general overview, while the online portal will show the specific seats available to you based on your category (e.g., General, OBC, SC, ST) and other criteria like state quota. A seat might be vacant in a category that wasn't mentioned in the general PDF but is open for you to apply for.

My recommendation is to trust the online choice-filling portal. If you see NIT Agartala's Biotechnology as an option, you should definitely consider adding it to your list of preferences if you are interested in that branch and college. The goal of CSAB special rounds is to fill all the remaining seats, and the online system is designed to facilitate this by showing all possible options to eligible candidates.

Hello,

Here is a list of B.Tech Biotechnology colleges in Maharashtra :

1. Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur

2. Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani

3. Shivaji University, Kolhapur

4. Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola

5. Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Ratnagiri

6. MIT World Peace University, Pune

7. DY Patil University, Navi Mumbai

8. MIT Art, Design & Technology University, Pune

9. Amity University, Mumbai

10. Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pune

11. Priyadarshini College of Engineering, Nagpur

12. KIT’s College of Engineering, Kolhapur

13. Sandip University, Nashik

14. Alard University, Pune

15. Vishwakarma University, Pune

Admission is usually based on 12th marks and entrance exams like JEE Main or MHT CET. Please check the college website for exact details.

Hope it helps !

Thanks for your question it’s a really common doubt. Here’s the basic difference:

Polytechnic College offers diploma courses after Class 10 or 12 in technical subjects like mechanical, electrical, civil, etc.

Where as Engineering College provides full B.Tech/B.E. degrees, usually after clearing entrance exams like JEE, CET, or state-level tests.

Polytechnic courses are generally 3 years long and are more practical in nature. After completing a diploma, many students also go for lateral entry into B.Tech in the second year, which is a nice shortcut into engineering with solid fundamentals.

Hope this clears things up for you!

Hello,

Following the conclusion of normal admission rounds, colleges and Universities announce a spot selection merit list for a bachelor of science in Computer Science in order to fill open seats.

You just have to monitor particular university website, check for vacancy details, register and wait for merit list to be released.

Hello,

Yes, as a PCB student, you can apply for B.Tech in Biotechnology, but it depends on the eligibility criteria set by the university or the entrance exam you want to take. Some colleges might ask for Mathematics for B.Tech courses, but some universities allow PCB students for Biotechnology. Many engineering colleges give admission to students through exams like:

JEE Mains, this exam is mostly for PCM students, but a few private colleges also accept PCB students.

State-level exams are also there; they conduct their own entrance exams (like MHT CET, etc.), where eligibility for biotech may include PCB.

University-level exams include Institutes like Vellore Institute of Technology (VITEEE), SRM Institute (SRMJEEE), or Amity University, which have their own entrance exams and accept PCB students for B.Tech Biotechnology.

Some colleges might give direct admission based on your Class 12 marks, especially for students with a background in biology. But checking the eligibility criteria of each institute is important, as some still ask for Mathematics at the 10+2 level.

You can also explore integrated programs, such as B.Tech + M.Tech in Biotechnology, or B.Sc + M.Sc dual degrees, which are more biology-focused and don’t always require Maths.

For full details on B.Tech Biotechnology (like top colleges, eligibility, syllabus, and fees), visit: https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/biotechnology-courses-after-12th-counar

Best of luck

Choosing between IT ( Information Technology ) and Biotechnology depends on your interests, career goals, and the kind of work environment you prefer.

Information Technology : IT deals with software, programming, data, networking, and system management. Graduates in IT can work as software developers, data analysts, cybersecurity experts, cloud engineers, and more. This is a very good choice for students interested in coding, logic, and tech- based innovation.

Biotechnology : Biotech combines biology with technology to develop medical, agriculture, and environmental solutions. Career options include research, pharmaceuticals, genetic engineering, food tech, and lab works. This is a very good choice for students interested in biology, and scientific research.

At the end of the day, it depend on your interests, choice and passion.

Hello,

BS College also known as Bhupendra Narayan Mandal College, Saharsa, affiliated with Purnea University, offers B.Sc. in Biotechnology, which is a 3-year undergraduate course that provides a mixture of biology and technology. If you're planning to take admission in this college, it’s important to understand the basic eligibility and admission process. To be eligible for the B.Sc. Biotechnology program, you should have completed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as main subjects. Some colleges also accept Mathematics along with Biology. The minimum required marks of class 12 may vary each year, but having at least 45–50% in aggregate in science subjects is usually expected.Admission is generally done through the university's official application portal. For BS College Saharsa admission notices are released by Purnea University, either through merit-based lists or offline college-level admissions. Always track the official college or university website to stay updated about forms, deadlines, and document submission. It’s better to contact the college or check the notice board for the most recent updates, especially if you're applying from the district. After applying, you will be selected based on merit and seat availability. They do not have an entrance exam for this course, but you should confirm this on the latest admission notification from Purnea University. The B.Sc. The biotechnology course covers a wide range of subjects like molecular biology, genetics, and microbiology.

For more information on BSc Biotechnology: Course, Admission 2025, Fees, Syllabus, Duration, Eligibility, Scope read more at: https://www.careers360.com/courses/biotechnology-course

Wishing you the best in your admission process and academic journey!