Overview

At Biotechnology at Jawaharlal Nehru University, in addition to the theory courses, the programme places particular emphasis on practical training.

The M.Sc. students undertake a 2-semester research project work to orient them towards research in diverse areas of Biotechnology. Students also participate in seminars to enhance their communication and comprehension skills.

Key Features

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi was one of the first six Universities in India to initiate a Postgraduate teaching and research programme in the field of Biotechnology in 1985.

Since 1985, it was running as the Special Centre for Biotechnology (CBT) under the joint sponsorship of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular Biology & Molecular Genetics

Bioprocess Technology

Engineering Principles

Laboratory Techniques

Immunology

Virology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-16 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Delhi, India

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 37 other Masters in Biotechnology in India

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The students are admitted to the M.Sc. program on the basis of an All-India entrance examination conducted by JNU on behalf of 34 universities (where M.Sc. in Biotechnology program is supported by DBT) of the country.

It has been hailed as one of the most promising Master's programme offered in the country.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

3800 USD / year

≈ 3800 USD / year
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Citizens or residents

4 USD / year

≈ 4 USD / year

Additional Details

National: 216 RS

Funding

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