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A pillar of innovation, research, and education — empowering students to lead the frontier of biotechnological advancement through rigorous curriculum, ground-breaking research, and world-class laboratory training.
Where rigorous curriculum meets cutting-edge research — preparing the next generation of biotechnologists.
Welcome to the Department of Biotechnology and Microbial Biotechnology — a pillar of innovation, research, and education established in 2006. We believe in empowering students to lead the frontier of biotechnological advancements through a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum, unparalleled research opportunities, and a teaching faculty recognised for ground-breaking contributions in their respective fields.
Our department offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes including B.Sc. (Honours) Biotechnology, B.Sc. Biotechnology (Elective), M.Sc. Biotechnology, and M.Sc. Microbial Biotechnology. These programmes are designed to imbue students with the essential knowledge and skills required to navigate the constantly evolving field of biotechnology.
As a department, we are deeply invested in fostering a research-oriented culture. Students are encouraged to engage in projects of their interest, present findings at seminars and conferences, and publish their work in scientific journals. A significant number of our students go on to qualify for UGC(NET)/CSIR entrance tests and are admitted into prestigious PhD programmes.
From foundational undergraduate honours to specialised postgraduate research programmes.
| Programme | Seats | Eligibility | Mode of Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
M.Sc. BiotechnologyDuration: 2 Years |
40 Seats | B.Sc. Medical or B.Sc. Biotechnology | Entrance Test (OCET) by Panjab University, Chandigarh. Merit determined by 50% weightage to entrance test and 50% to qualifying exam. |
M.Sc. Microbial BiotechnologyDuration: 2 Years |
40 Seats | B.Sc. Medical, B.Sc. Biotechnology, B.Sc. Microbiology, or Graduation in Life Sciences | Entrance Test (OCET) by Panjab University, Chandigarh. Merit determined by 50% weightage to entrance test and 50% to qualifying exam. |
B.Sc. (Honours) BiotechnologyDuration: 3 Years |
30 Seats | 10+2 with science background (Medical/Non-Medical), minimum 50% marks (PCM/PCB) from CBSE or PU-recognised board | Merit prepared from three science subjects (PCM/PCB). Centralised counselling. |
B.Sc. Biotechnology (Elective)Duration: 3 Years |
35 Seats | 10+2 with science background (Medical/Non-Medical), minimum 40% marks (PCM/PCB) from CBSE or PU-recognised board | Merit prepared from three science subjects (PCM/PCB). Centralised counselling. |
Equipped with modern instrumentation that provides a practical hands-on environment for students to gain in-depth understanding and expertise.
For quantitative analysis of biological samples and absorbance measurements.
Bioreactors for microbial growth, fermentation and bioprocessing experiments.
High-resolution imaging systems for nucleic acid and protein gel analysis.
Sterile work environments for aseptic culture and contamination-free experiments.
Advanced imaging tools for microscopic analysis and biological visualisation.
Thermal cyclers for DNA amplification, sequencing prep and molecular diagnostics.
Dedicated facility for mammalian cell culture, tissue engineering and cancer research.
Access to current scientific literature, journals and bioinformatics resources.
Our faculty actively pursues ground-breaking research across diverse domains of biotechnology and life sciences.
Genomic basis of cancer and personalised drug response analysis.
Investigating genetic mechanisms of carcinogenesis and tumour progression.
Computational approaches to discover novel therapeutic compounds.
Application of biotechnology to environmental and clinical problems.
Harnessing microorganisms for industrial, agricultural and pharmaceutical applications.
Recombinant DNA techniques and immunological research.
In-vitro cultivation of animal cells for research and therapeutic applications.
Microbial aspects of food safety, fermentation and quality control.
Functional study of biological systems and their applications in health.
Statistical methods for biological data analysis and inference.
A diverse team of highly educated and dedicated academics, actively involved in research and recognised by leading agencies.
A snapshot of our faculty's research productivity, publications, patents and academic engagement.
| Faculty | Experience | Publications | Patents | Books / Chapters | Presentations | Conferences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr Amit JoshiOncogenomics & Pharmacogenomics | 16 yrs | 30 | 02 | 12 | 24 | Multiple |
| Dr Satinder KaurCancer Genetics, Food Microbiology | 16 yrs | 11 | — | 19 | 10 | Multiple |
| Dr Sonia BattaGenetics, Environment & Medical Biotech | 16 yrs | 17 | — | 50 | — | Multiple |
| Dr Varruchi SharmaMolecular Modelling & Drug Designing | 14 yrs | 38 | 05 | 02 | 21 | Multiple |
| Dr Kamaljit KaurBayesian Inference | 05 yrs | 06 | 01 | 04 | 20 | Multiple |
| Dr Sukanya ThakurApplied Physiology | — yrs | 02 | — | 04 | 12 | Multiple |
| Dr RakheeCancer Biology, Animal Cell Culture | 08 yrs | 04 | — | 04 | 24 | Multiple |
| Ms Navdeep SidhuMicrobiology | 21 yrs | 04 | — | 04 | 12 | Multiple |
| Ms Damanjeet KaurMicrobial Biotechnology | 08 yrs | — | — | — | 11 | Multiple |
| Dr Vikas KushwahaImmunology, rDNA Technology | 06 yrs | 26 | 04 | 16 | 14 | Multiple |
| Mr Amrinder SinghMicrobial Biotechnology | 02 yrs | — | — | 01 | — | Multiple |
Our skilled technical staff ensures smooth functioning of laboratories and supports practical teaching.
Join our department to open doors to a world of opportunity, learning, and discovery. Your journey towards becoming a future leader in biotechnology starts here.