HRIT University Ghaziabad M.Sc {Hons.} Biotechnology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total 2-year fee for M.Sc Biotechnology at HRIT University, Ghaziabad, is INR 70,000, charged at INR 35,000 per year. This includes tuition and institutional charges as per the official HRIT fee schedule. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately. This makes M.Sc Biotechnology at HRIT one of the more affordable postgraduate science programmes in the Ghaziabad and NCR region.

Ans. Admission is based on CUET-PG 2026 scores. The CUET-PG 2026 was conducted from March 6 to 27, 2026, and results were declared on April 24, 2026. Candidates without a CUET-PG score can apply through the HRIT HNAT (National Aptitude Test), which HRIT University conducts as an alternative route for merit-based postgraduate admission.

Ans. The 2-year curriculum covers molecular biology and genetics, cell biology, recombinant DNA technology, bioinformatics, microbial biotechnology, plant and animal biotechnology, immunology, and industrial applications of enzymes and fermentation. Advanced papers include intellectual property rights in biotechnology and environmental biotechnology. The programme follows the NEP 2020 framework with semester-based assessments and practical laboratory components throughout.

Ans. Graduates can work as research associates in pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, diagnostic labs, and agricultural research institutes. They are eligible for positions in CSIR, ICMR, DBT, and other government research bodies. Many graduates also qualify UGC-CSIR NET and pursue Ph.D programmes or academic roles. Industry sectors hiring biotechnology postgraduates include biopharma, food biotech, and environmental science consulting.

Ans. Yes. HRIT University is UGC-recognised, and its M.Sc degrees are accepted for UGC-NET eligibility. Graduates can appear in UGC-NET in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related subjects to qualify for assistant professor positions and Junior Research Fellowships. The degree is also valid for CSIR-NET, which opens pathways into prestigious national research laboratories across India.

Ans. The HRIT application portal for M.Sc Biotechnology opened on July 1, 2026, and the last date to apply is September 10, 2026. The academic session is expected to begin in September 2026. Admissions proceed on a rolling basis, so early applicants are given priority during counselling and seat allocation. Students should apply well before the deadline to complete document verification on time.