byGaganDeep
Updated on - 29 Jun, 2024
M.Sc stands for Master of Science and is under the postgraduate level programs in Indian and global universities. M.Sc is generally opted for by those students who have completed their B.Sc in science stream with a relevant subject such as Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Biology. They also have a 5 years M.Sc course that some universities offer right from class 12th which has an added advantage of achieving a master degree in one year less than when done as a separate course from the bachelors degree.
Some of the entrance tests which are taken into consideration while giving admission to the Master of Science in India are as follows. Few of the entrance tests are as follows – CUCET, JAM, GATE (M.Sc in Engineering Physics/Chemistry/ Actuarial Science/ etc), IISER, BHU-PET, DUET and many university level tests like JEST, JNUEE, Pondicherry University entrance test. To appear at these M.Sc entrance tests, a candidate should posses minimum 50% marks in bachelor’s degree.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Science |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in Science or related field, with a minimum required percentage (usually 50-60%) |
| Top Colleges | IITs, IISc Bangalore, Delhi University, University of Mumbai, BHU, University of Calcutta, University of Madras |
| Entrance Exam | JAM, JEST (Joint Entrance Screening Test), DUET (Delhi University Entrance Test), university-specific entrance exams |
1. Completed their Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field from any recognized university or institution with minimum 50-60% of the aggregate marks.
2. For the admission to M.Sc in interdisciplinary fields like Biochemistry B.Sc in any science stream is required.
3. However, while applying to some institutes they do have to write an entrance examination for the M.Sc course while others of merit basis.
4. Some course may have requirement of having certain amount of work experience like in M.Sc Forensic Science, Biotechnology.
5. Basic skills required from M.Sc aspirants include good writing and speaking ability and ability to think analytically.
6. There are institutes where age factor is also a criterion, but it has a provision for the reserved category candidates in accordance with the norms.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | Advanced Calculus, Algebra, Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, Numerical Methods |
| Physics | Classical Mechanics, Electromagnetism, Quantum Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Statistical Mechanics |
| Chemistry | Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry |
| Biology | Cell Biology, Genetics, Ecology, Evolution, Physiology, Biotechnology |
| Computer Science | Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Languages, Database Management, Operating Systems |
| Environmental Science | Environmental Chemistry, Ecology, Pollution Control, Climate Change, Sustainable Development |
| Statistics | Probability Theory, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Multivariate Analysis, Time Series Analysis |
| Electronics | Analog Electronics, Digital Electronics, Microprocessors, Communication Systems, VLSI Design |
| Geology | Mineralogy, Petrology, Structural Geology, Paleontology, Geophysics |
| Specialization | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science/IT | 4,00,000 - 7,00,000 |
| Data Science | 5,00,000 - 10,00,000 |
| Mathematics/Statistics | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Environmental Science | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Biotechnology | 4,00,000 - 9,00,000 |