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Certificate in Advanced Biotechnology Undergraduate that takes 6 months to complete and seeks to equip the students with advanced knowledge and skills in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology and genomics. It is a short-term course that covers methods of cell and tissue cultures, genetic engineering, DNA sequencing and bioinformatics that empowers the students to seek employment in the health care sectors, agricultural, pharmaceutical and environmental sectors.
Some of the entrance exams accepted for admission to Certificate in Advanced Biotechnology courses are: GATE (Life Sciences), GPAT, AIPMT/AIIMS MBBS entrance, JAM (Biotechnology), AP ICET, PUCET Punjab, MET Maharashtra, OJEE Odisha, KCET Karnataka and TS EAMCET for the students from Telangana. A pass in any of these Science related entrance tests coupled with a Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Zoology or Biotechnology one can apply for this program offered by the University/ Institutes which are approved from U.G.C, A.I.C.T.E and other Government bodies of central and state.
| Column Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Certificate in Advanced Biotechnology |
| Duration | 3-6 months |
| Course Level | Diploma/Postgraduate Diploma |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or related field |
| Top Colleges (Examples) | Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), Anna University Chennai |
1. The basic qualification that is required for this job is a bachelors degree in any one of the following streams of science – biology/chemistry/ biochemistry/ biophysics/ microbiology/ bioinformatics with an aggregate percentage of 50-55% depending on the institute.
2. Final year students of any Bachelor’s Degree course are also eligible to apply for the course on the basis of their final mark sheet certificate to be produced at the time of admission.
3. It is beneficial for candidates to have some background in biology and working knowledge of various biological techniques with prior lab experience in any biology laboratory.
4. Mathematics as one of the subjects during 10+2 with at least 40-50% marks is compulsory in most of the institutes.
5. Aspirants writing their final semester examination can appear, and the admission shall be subject to verification of mark sheet of the final semester fulfilling the criteria set.
6. Very few institutes have entrance tests for the students aspiring to take admission in the advanced biotechnology program.
1. Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) – a national level examination which is conducted for admission to MTech/ MS/ PhD courses in reputed institutions including IITs/IISc etc.
2. CSIR-NET – to teach as a lecturer and the Junior Research Fellowship in research institutions.
3. GRE (Graduate Record Examination) – common admission test for the Master’s and Doctoral degree programs overseas; measures ability in verbal, quantitative and analytical thinking.
4. GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) – a national level entrance exam for admission in M/Pharm programs in pharmacy colleges in India
5. JAM (Joint Admission Test for MSc) – a common admission test for some of the IITs and the Indian Institute of Science Bangalore for admission to specific MSc and other postgraduate programmes.
| Syllabus Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Core Biotechnology: | Covers fundamental concepts in cell biology, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, and recombinant DNA technology. |
| Advanced Techniques: | Introduces advanced laboratory techniques like gene manipulation, protein purification, bioinformatics tools, and advanced microscopy. |
| Specialized Areas: | Focuses on specific areas of biotechnology like nanobiotechnology, stem cell technology, bioprocess engineering, or plant biotechnology, depending on the program's specialization. |
| Downstream Processing: | Explores techniques for downstream processing of bioproducts, including purification, characterization, and quality control. |
| Bioinstrumentation and Bioanalytics: | Covers advanced instrumentation used in biotechnology research and bioanalytical techniques for data analysis. |
| Bioethics and Biosafety: | Discusses ethical considerations and safety regulations in biotechnology research and development. |
| Project Work and Thesis: | Involves independent research on a chosen topic, culminating in a project report or thesis demonstrating your acquired knowledge and skills. |
1. Checking educational compliance standards and courses previously taken
2. Visit the website and complete the application and submit the required documents.
3. In case of having been shortlisted, sit for the entrance examination given by the respective institute
4. If you have scored good marks in the cutoff, then you need to clear the personal interview round.
5. The office requires the admission fees and original documents to confirm the admission of learners.
6. This means to get enrolled and attend the orientation program that marks the starting of the course.
| College | Location | Fees (INR) (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) | New Delhi | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) | Pune, Maharashtra | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| National Institute of Immunology (NII) | New Delhi | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) | Chandigarh | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) | Goa | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) | Hyderabad, Telangana | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) | Hyderabad, Telangana | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) | Bangalore, Karnataka | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) | Pune, Maharashtra | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) | Mohali, Punjab | 10,000 - 15,000 |
| College | Location | Fees (INR) (Annual) |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Manipal) | Manipal, Karnataka | 2-3 lakhs |
| VIT Vellore | Vellore, Tamil Nadu | 2-3 lakhs |
| SRM Institute of Science and Technology | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 2-3 lakhs |
| Amity University | Noida, Uttar Pradesh | 1.5-2.5 lakhs |
| PES University | Bangalore, Karnataka | 1.5-2.5 lakhs |
| Christ University | Bangalore, Karnataka | 1-2 lakhs |
| Symbiosis Institute of Technology | Pune, Maharashtra | 1-2 lakhs |
| Jain University | Bangalore, Karnataka | 1-2 lakhs |
| Dayananda Sagar University | Bangalore, Karnataka | 1-2 lakhs |
| AIGEA School of Biosciences | Bangalore, Karnataka | 1-2 lakhs |
| College | Location | Average CTC (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR) | New Delhi | 4-6 lakhs |
| National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) | Pune, Maharashtra | 3-5 lakhs |
| Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH) | Chandigarh | 3-5 lakhs |
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education (Manipal) | Manipal, Karnataka | 3-4 lakhs |
| VIT Vellore | Vellore, Tamil Nadu | 3-4 lakhs |
| SRM Institute of Science and Technology | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 3-4 lakhs |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Genomics Researcher | 4-6 lakhs |
| Protein Engineer | 4-6 lakhs |
| Bioinformatics Specialist | 4-7 lakhs |
| Nanobiotechnology Expert | 5-7 lakhs |
| Stem Cell Scientist | 4-6 lakhs |
