B.Tech. in Industrial Biotechnology at Bharath University (BIHER)

If you are looking at B.Tech. in Industrial Biotechnology, Bharath University (BIHER) in Chennai runs it as a 4-year, full-time undergraduate course. The intake is 60 seats a year. Fees for the full course come to ₹3.33 lakh – ₹15.82 lakh (roughly ₹83,000 a year).

At its core, the programme covers cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics.

Bharath University (BIHER) is a other institute, founded in 1984. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Bharath University (BIHER) — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Tech programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations (mathematics, science and programming), the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics. Typical first jobs: roles in biotech, pharma, food and research labs. Many graduates also go on to a master's degree.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask Bharath University (BIHER) for the current semester-wise plan.

Here is how the fee on record breaks down. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Tech programmes at Bharath University (BIHER) as a group.

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Bharath University (BIHER) before you pay anything.

To be considered for B.Tech. in Industrial Biotechnology, you usually need Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Computer Science or another technical subject; most colleges ask for roughly 45–60% in these subjects. The minimum marks on record at Bharath University (BIHER) are: X: 0.0, XII: 50.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Bharath University (BIHER)'s prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take JEE Main and state engineering entrance exams and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to Bharath University (BIHER) on its website (www.bharathuniv.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

The latest placement figures on record (2023) show a placement rate of 94%, an average package of ₹4.5 lakh and a highest package of ₹27 lakh at Bharath University (BIHER). These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

For B.Tech. in Industrial Biotechnology specifically, the average salary on record is ₹8.7 lakh a year.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Bharath University (BIHER) runs 39 B.Tech specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• B.Tech. in Genetic Engineering
• B.Tech. in Information Technology
• B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
• B.Tech. in Civil Engineering
• B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering
• B.Tech. in Mechatronics Engineering
• B.Tech. in Aeronautical Engineering
• B.Tech. in Automobile Engineering
• B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering
• B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• B.Tech. in Agricultural Biotechnology
• B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering
• B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Part Time)
• B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
• B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering
• B.Tech. in Mechatronics Engineering (Part Time)
• B.Tech. in Aerospace Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Petroleum Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) in association with IoA, UK
• B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering (Internet of Things and Cyber Security including Block Chain Technology)
• B.Tech. in Mining Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Bioinformatics (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Part Time)
• B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Part Time)
• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering (Big Data)
• B.Tech. in Nanotechnology (Lateral Entry)
• B.Tech. in Computer Science and Network and Cyber Security (Lateral Entry)

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in cell and molecular biology? You will spend 4 years on it.
• Can you manage ₹3.33 lakh – ₹15.82 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
• Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
• How does Bharath University (BIHER) compare with other colleges offering B.Tech in and around Chennai?