B.Sc. in Biotechnology at M B Government Post Graduate College

B.Sc. in Biotechnology at M B Government Post Graduate College in Haldwani, Uttarakhand is a 3-year undergraduate programme. Each year's batch has 92 seats.

The course is about cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics.

M B Government Post Graduate College is a public/government institute, founded in 1960. This page brings together what is on record for this course at M B Government Post Graduate College — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most B.Sc 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 M B Government Post Graduate College for the current semester-wise plan.

M B Government Post Graduate College has not published a fee for B.Sc. in Biotechnology on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 3 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

For admission to B.Sc. in Biotechnology, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check M B Government Post Graduate College's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

The admission process usually runs like this:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to M B Government Post Graduate College on its website (www.mbgpgcollege.org) 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.

M B Government Post Graduate College runs 2 B.Sc specialisations in all. The others you can compare it with:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

A few questions worth answering before you apply:

• Are you genuinely interested in cell and molecular biology? You will spend 3 years on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does M B Government Post Graduate College compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Haldwani?