Institute of Genetic Engineering

I am currently a third year undergraduate student of B.Sc Genetics(2022-2025). Since Genetics is sort of like a mother subject, it involves aspects of many dofferent subjects like, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Evolutionary Biology, Biophysics, Statistics, Ethics, Immunology, etc. Our curriculum covers all the necessary topucs and subjects that are required to fully understand Genetics. Every subject is there in great detail. Along with the theoretical approach of all these subjects, the practical part is also very specific and vast as it covers all the necessary topics required and prepares us for a lot of real world problems we might face while pursuing our masters

We haven't been provided with many opportunities yet. But, whenever I have had to attend a symposium or a conference or an internship, they have been very lenient and helpful. They also oragnise seminars from time to time and provide us with details of online internships and courses that would be helpful for us.

Students are eligible for placements during their sixth semester of UG degree. Many laboratry companies that run medical diagnostics visit and worthy students are offered jobs. What we should remember is that this is a research oriented subject and not a job oriented one. If you want to study Genetics, it is only fair to pursue higher studies and not a job right after your bachelors. I personally want to do my Masters after my graduation.

There are many scholarships available to students based on their financial backgrounds and merit. There are also many scholarships provided to students who come from weaker sections of society such as scheduled castes and scheduled tribes, etc. I have not undertaken any campus placements as of now as I havent completed my degree yet but as per what our Principal had told us, this is a subject that is meant to be higher studied and researched upon. We are not provided with any stipends.

Our college hosts an Annual Sports Meet regularly. We celebrate almost all the major festivals such as Saraswati Pujo, Teacher's Day, Independence Day, etc. Apart from this, Fresher's Party and Farewell Party are also oragnised. Last year, our college celebrated it's 20 year birthday with a 2 day event comprising of performances, recitations, music, drama, ceremonies, etc.Our library is very well stacked with books from every department and the librarians are very helpful and guide us. The process of issuing is also very easy. We have a digital library too. There aren't many student run groups or clubs and they should be made.

The admission process was quite smooth. An entrance exam called CET is held. You can find the application form on our college's official website or our univeristy (MAKAUT) website. The exams are held every year. I have no idea about the Reservation Benefits as I am a General Category Student.

Our professors are all very qualified and they hold doctorate degrees and are very well informed in their respective fields of research/study. The faculty to student ratio is very good as the number of seats is quite low which enables every student to get proper attention. The teachers are also very fun to interact with and they maintain a very friendly ambience. We can call oir teachers or message them or approach them in college regatding any doubts we have and they always help us out.