Eligibility for Admission

Candidate with the degree of Bachelor of Science in any branch of Life Sciences (Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Genetics or equivalent), Chemical, Medical, Veterinary, and Agricultural Sciences from any recognized Indian or Foreign University, with not less than 50% marks in aggregate (excluding languages) are eligible for admission to this course. But in the case candidates belonging to backward communities the minimum eligibility cut off marks is 45%. Candidates belonging to SC/ST category who have passed the qualifying examination are eligible to apply for admission. Those have appeared for the final year examinations can also apply, however, they should produce the mark lists before the publication of the results of the entrance examination.

Mode of Selection

The selection of the candidate is based on the marks secured in the entrance test . The entrance test will cover Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry and related areas at the undergraduate level. Students coming under the payment / NRI quota are exempted from entrance test.

Course Structure

The course is offered under the Choice Based Credit and Semester System (CCSS) with duration of 2 years (4 Semesters). Credit system defines the quantum of contents / syllabus prescribed for a course and determines the number of hours of instruction required per week. There shall be at least sixteen-week schedule per semester to complete the course contents. The Department Council will assign every student admitted to an advisor. He/She will advice the students about academic programme and counsel on the choice. The course structure encompasses: (1) Core Courses, (2) Elective Courses and (3) Open Courses. Elective course will be offered depending on the availability of resource persons / teachers. The minimum duration for completion of the M.Sc. Molecular Biology course is four semesters. The maximum period for completion is eight semesters. No student shall register for more than 24 credits and less than 12 credits per semester. There shall be a one-hour lecture excluding tutorials/seminars and 2 to 3 hours of practical work per week for one credit. A total of 80 credits shall be the minimum for the successful completion of the course and the minimum credit required for Core course is 60