Yes, you are eligible for B.Sc. Biotechnology after completing your 12th from UP Board.

Here are the eligibility criteria for B.Sc. Biotechnology in India:

1. Educational Qualification:

You must have passed 12th (Intermediate) with Science stream (PCB/PCM).

Some universities prefer Biology as a compulsory subject.

2. Minimum Marks Requirement:

General category: 50-60% (varies by college).

Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC): Relaxation in marks may apply.

3. Entrance Exams (if required):

Some universities conduct entrance exams (e.g., CUET, BHU UET, JMI Entrance).

Many private and state universities offer merit-based admission.

hi Eshika,

these are some of the entrance exams you can give after completion of your bsc biotechnology IIT JAM, CUET-PG, ICAR AIEEA, GATE, CSIR-UGC NET,IPU-CET, UPSC ETC...

HOPE THIS HELPS,

THANKYOU.

Congratulations on securing AIR 468 rank in IIT JAM..!!

Given your rank, getting a seat in the top tier IITs will be a bit challenging. However, you have a good chance of getting a seat in newer IITs, NITs and some of the IISERs. I am listing some of them:-

1. IIT Indore
2. IIT Hyderabad
3. NIT Warangal
4. NIT Durgapur
5. IISER Bhopal

Yes please do participate in counseling process as ranks often move significantly in subsequent rounds.

Hello,

I hope you are doing well. As per your mentioned query, there is no need to have biology background for these courses. If you had PCM in your class 12th then you can also do this course.

I hope this helps you!

Thank you!

Hi Geetha, Ofcourse yes NIT Trichy offers M.tech Programs in Biotechnology, on genetic engineering, protien engineering, bioinformatics.

First you need to qualify GATE exam with a valid score, then CCMT counselling. After that, fill the online application form for NIT trichy M.Tech biotechnology

Hello there,

Yes, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy provides graduates with an M.Tech program in Biotechnology foccus on educational content on genetic engineering, protein engineering, and bioinformatics.

This program delivers intensive instruction to students about genetic engineering and protein engineering and bioinformatics. Also, Chemistry and biotechnology students at NIT Trichy maintain outstanding placement statistics because multiple companies across pharmaceuticals and food and beverage and chemicals and research and development industries actively recruit NIT Trichy graduates.

Eligibility for M. Tech Biotechnology at NIT Trichy : Prospective M.Tech students at NIT Trichy must have earned at least 60% marks in their BE/BTech degree and must possess valid GATE certification.

CCMT (Centralized Counseling for M.Tech) calls eligible candidates for further admission procedures.

For More information about NIT Trichy follow this link: https://dqxeclau.top/university/national-institute-of-technology-tiruchirappalli

Hope this will help!

With a rank of 760 in Biotechnology, you may have a good chance of getting admission to government universities like:

1. Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – Offers Biotechnology in BSc and MSc programs.

2. University of Delhi (DU) – Several colleges offer Biotechnology; chances depend on specific college cutoffs.

3. University of Calcutta – Provides Biotechnology with relatively accessible cutoff ranks.

4. University of Hyderabad – Offers MSc Biotechnology with competitive but achievable cutoffs.

5. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) – Offers MSc Biotechnology; rank 760 could be competitive.

6. Panjab University, Chandigarh – Offers MSc Biotechnology with a reasonable cutoff for your rank.

7. Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) – Offers MSc Biotechnology with accessible cutoffs.

8. University of Madras – Provides MSc Biotechnology with a chance at admission.

9. Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) – Offers MSc Biotechnology with achievable cutoffs.

10. Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) – Provides MSc Biotechnology; your rank might be considered competitive.

To pursue a B.Tech in Biotechnology in India, it's crucial to be aware of the application timelines for various entrance examinations and university admissions. For instance, the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2025 registration is open from March 1 to 22, 2025, with exams scheduled between May 8 and June 1, 2025.

Similarly, the Manipal Entrance Test (MET) registration is ongoing from October 10, 2024, to March 31, 2025.

Additionally, institutions like Bennett University have their own application processes, which typically involve submitting an application form, undergoing merit-based assessments, and participating in counseling sessions.

https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/btech-admissions-through-cuet?utm_source=

With a GATE Biotechnology score of 467, admission to top IITs may be challenging, as their cutoff scores are typically higher (500–600+ for general category). However, you may have chances in newer or lower-ranked IITs, especially if you belong to a reserved category.

For NITs, you have a good chance of getting admission in institutes like NIT Warangal, NIT Rourkela, and NIT Durgapur, depending on the cutoff trends. You can also explore IIITs, Central Universities, and other reputed institutes that accept GATE scores.

It's best to check the previous year’s cutoffs and participate in the COAP and CCMT counseling for better chances.

I can share you the list of colleges on my Instagram vaibhavxxvi