M.Tech. in Biotechnology Courses in India

M.Tech(Biotechnology)- Stands for Master of Technology (Biotechnology). Typically, M.Tech(Biotechnology) is a two year course, minimum eligibility for which is a B.Tech (Biotechnology) or any relevant engineering degree with biotechnology as a subject. Biotechnology is a combination of Biology and Technology and is an applied science. Subjects studied under this degree are Microbiology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics and Engineering.

Basic Eligibility

The eligibility criteria for pursuing a master’s degree are holding a bachelor's degree in (B.E/B.Tech) or any other equivalent branches of engineering. The duration for the course is 2 years.

Job Prospects

There are a lot of career opportunities in the field of biotechnology engineering. Graduates can seek employment in chemical and textile industries, agricultural sectors, pharmaceutical firms and manufacturing industries. Professionals in this career can also opt for teaching jobs in universities and colleges. Bio-technologists can seek employment in research laboratories, which are run by government or private sector. Professionals can seek job opportunities in private sectors such as food processing and agro based industries, pharmaceutical farms and aquaculture. Biotechnologists can also opt for science writer in media houses.

Some job profiles: -

Lab Technician
Research Scientist
Teacher/Professor
Research Associate
Science Writer
Biotechnologist
Sales Representative
Quality Control Officer

Remuneration: -

Biotechnology is a rewarding and promising career option. The compensation of a biotechnologist working in research organization or a public sector industry is set according to the government standards. Professionals employed in corporate houses and industries can earn handsome salary. A graduate trainee in this field can initially earn around Rs. 15,000 - 20,000 every month. Professionals working in private colleges can earn good salary depending upon their experience. Fresh IIT pass out graduates working in corporate sector can earn salary between Rs. 70,000 - Rs. 85,000 per annum.

Top companies, which employ biotechnologists, are: -

IDPL
Thapar Group
Hindustan Lever
Biocon India Ltd.
Hindustan Antibiotics
Indo American Hybrid Seeds

Department of Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, Padmashree Dr.D.Y.Patil University - Master of Technology in Biotechnology

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