If you want to join a course in biotechnology you must have a background
in science, that is Physics or agriculture, chemistry and biology at the
intermediate level can join for B.Tech. In India, some universities offer
the B.Sc biotechnology which one can join after class 12 or equivalent
examination, with physics, chemistry and mathematics. Graduates in all
sciences/engineering technology/medicine are eligible for the postgraduate
(M.Sc.) course in biotechnology. Programme in Biotechnology. P.G.
courses available are M.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Sc. (Agriculture) Biotechnology,
M.V.Sc. (Animal) Biotechnology, M.Tech. Biotechnology,M.Sc./M.V.Sc.in
Veterinary Biotechnology, M.Sc.(Marine) Biotechnology,Medical Biotechnology,
M.Tech.in Biomedical Engineering/Biotechnology.Depending upon the aptitude
and necessity, more advanced courses such PH.D.and Post-Doctoral Research
in Biotechnology can also be pursued.
Integrated M.Tech. programme offered at IIT Delhi and Kharagpur is through
a Joint Entrance Examination (JEE), which is held for students who have
successfully completed the 10+2 or equivalent examination, with physics,
chemistry and mathematics. For admission to IIT, a pass in the IIT-JEE
is required. The Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, AIIMS,
Jadavpur University, Kolkata and Anna University also offers integrated
M.Tech course. Selection to the graduate courses ( BE / B.Tech )
is based on merit i.e the marks secured in the final exams of 10+2 and
through entrance exams. Entrance to the IIT's is through JEE (Joint Entrance
Exam) and for other institutions through their own separate entrance
exams and other state level and national level exams. Apart from the IIT's,
some other famous institutes also recognize JEE scores for selection.
Selection to the postgraduate courses ( M.Sc / M.Tech) in different universities
is through an All India Combined Entrance exam conducted by JNU, New Delhi
and to IIT's through GATE in Two year/ 4 semester M.Tech courses and through
JEE in five year integrated M.Tech courses in Biochemical engineering
and Biotechnology.
Personal Qualities Required
A prospective biotechnologist should have a scientific aptitude and a
keen interest in the biological sciences. He should be methodical and
patient by nature, able to work neatly and accurately and have a flair
for laboratory work. The ability to work independently is another important
aspect. ability to use computers in work is very important. biotechnologist
needs certain skill of problem solving, information technology skill,
analyzing and interpreting skills.
Duration : Three years duration for B.Sc course. Two years to
complete the M.Sc. course. B.Tech. course is of four years duration and
five year for integrated M.Tech. programme offered at IIT Delhi and Kharagpur.
DBT (The Department of Biotechnology) has therefore, launched an integrated
Manpower Development Programme which includes training of scientists/technologists
for the expanding biotechnological R&D activities and for filling
critical gaps in internal competence. The programme includes
• Short term Training Courses; • M.Sc/M.Tech./Post Doc.Programmes; • National and Overseas
Associate ships; • Visiting Scientist from
Abroad Programme; • Short-term Training Course
for Industrial personnel • Technician Training • Biotechnology teaching/training
programme for school • Biotechnology Publications • Popular lectures • Biotechnology films etc.
