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Rai University Ahmedabad M.Sc Microbiology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Ahmedabad, GujaratPrivate UniversityEstd 2012NAAC Grade A+
Rai University Ahmedabad Latest Updates and News
30 May, 2026 Rai University Ahmedabad has released M.Sc Microbiology Fee Structure 2026. The total academic fee is ₹ 1.26 Lakhs.
Total fees
INR 1.36 Lakhs
2 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4.2 LPA
Class of 2025, this course
Admission score
60%
graduation marks, merit route
Placement rate
85%
university placement claim
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your score get you in?Closing scores by category and route
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About Rai University M.Sc Microbiology
Rai University offers a two-year, full-time M.Sc Microbiology with 30 seats through merit and personal interview. The course is taught on campus over four semesters. Students study microbial diversity, immunology, medical microbiology, agricultural microbiology and bioprocess technology before the project. The university is UGC recognised and NAAC A+ accredited. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.36 Lakhs, paid by semester, and INR 2.98 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You apply through the Rai University Admission Cell. The latest university placement page shows INR 4.2 LPA average pay and 85% placement.
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Fees
The full course costs INR 1.36 Lakhs without hostel and INR 2.98 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 1.20 Lakhs of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, four times in all. The other academic fees are paid as listed. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.62 Lakhs over two years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 1.20 Lakhs | INR 30,000 a semester, 4 semesters |
| Other academic fees | INR 16,000 | Form, registration, ERP and exam fees |
| Caution deposit | INR 5,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.62 Lakhs | INR 81,000 a year, 2 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.36 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 2.98 Lakhs | Full course |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Admission Dates
First merit list closed on 11 Sep 2026. Final merit list comes on 4 Oct 2026. Reporting starts on 23 Oct 2026. Keep the allotment letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application form, last date to apply | 1 Feb 2026 to 8 Mar 2026 | Over |
| Personal interview round | 13 Mar 2026 to 23 Mar 2026 | Over |
| Merit list | 2 May 2026 | Over |
| Admission offer | 30 Aug 2026 to 7 Sep 2026 | Over |
| First merit list | 11 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Final merit list | 4 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| First fee payment, last date | 9 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Physical reporting and document check | 23 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 8 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Late admission round | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Eligibility
You need a bachelor degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Zoology or Botany. Rai University lists no separate score floor on the fee sheet. There is no upper age limit.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| graduation subjects | Microbiology, Biotechnology, Zoology or Botany |
| graduation marks | relevant bachelor degree |
| Selection | Merit and personal interview |
| Age | No upper age limit |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Admission Process
You pay INR 600 with the application form. You then attend a personal interview with the Admission Cell. Pay the first fee by the date in the offer letter. If you miss that date, the seat can go to another student.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply | Fill the Rai University form online or at the campus |
| 2. Pay form fee | Pay INR 600 with the application |
| 3. Interview | Attend the personal interview when the Admission Cell calls |
| 4. Report | Bring original marksheets and the admission form |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Cutoff
The safer score range starts at 75% for General and 70% for OBC in this guide. SC and ST are shown from 65%. These are guidance ranges for a merit route, so the personal interview can still matter.
| Category | Closing score, Open merit | Merit list and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 75% | Merit route |
| OBC | 70% | Merit route |
| SC | 65% | Merit route |
| ST | 65% | Merit route |
| EWS | 70% | Merit route |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Placements
The latest university placement claim shows 85% placement at an average of INR 4.2 LPA. The median is INR 4 LPA and the highest offer was INR 9.2 LPA. Healthcare, pharma and testing firms are the right recruiter fit for this course.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 4.2 LPA, Class of 2025 |
| Median pay | INR 4 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 9.2 LPA |
| Batch placed | 85% |
| Recruiters | Healthcare, pharma and testing firms |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 30,000 to INR 1 Lakh over the course. The Rai scholarship policy allows need and merit aid on tuition fee. The income based schemes need income proof.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Gujarat post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a year | INR 1 Lakh over the course |
| Rai merit scholarship | Any category, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a year, strong previous marks | INR 30,000 over the course |
| Rai need-based scholarship | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a year | INR 60,000 over the course |
| Rai special category scholarship | OBC, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a year | INR 50,000 over the course |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Ranking
The university is UGC recognised and holds NAAC A+. The fee sheet also lists 30 seats for this course. These are the public signals to check before admission.
| Ranking body | Year | Score or grade |
|---|---|---|
| UGC | 2026 | Recognised |
| NAAC | 2024 | A+ |
| Course seats | 2026 | 30 |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Course Structure
Year 1 covers microbial diversity, immunology and core lab work. Year 2 covers medical, food, agricultural and industrial microbiology with the project. Labs start in the first semester.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Microbial diversity, immunology and core lab work |
| Year 2 | Medical, food, agricultural and industrial microbiology with project work |
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Hostel and Campus
The hostel is on campus and first-years are allotted rooms before classes start. The mess fee is part of the hostel fee.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel room | Shared room, allotted by the hostel office |
| Single room | Depends on availability |
| Mess | Included in the hostel fee, three meals a day |
| Campus | One campus in the Ahmedabad region |
Should you pick M.Sc Microbiology at Rai University?
This course suits students who want a pharma lab job and can live in the Ahmedabad region for two years.
Pick it if:
You passed graduation in this state: half the seats are Open merit, so a score that misses the Management route list can still get in.
You want lab work near Ahmedabad: the science school teaches medical, food, agriculture and industrial microbiology on one campus.
Your family can pay by semester: you pay INR 30,000 tuition each semester, and the office lists other fees separately.
You want the fee back fast: the ROI tile shows the fee is small beside the university average pay.
Skip it if:
You are counting on a low score: the safer line is 60% or more, and the interview can still matter.
You need a fixed hostel room: hostel is available, but room type depends on the yearly hostel plan.
You want pharma exposure: Ahmedabad has pharma, food and testing labs, but you still need to apply early.
You will wait after the last date: ask the Admission Cell first, because seats may be filled after the form date.
Counsellor's advice
Take this course if the lab visit and fee both work. If your score is low, ask the Admission Cell before paying.
M.Sc Microbiology Eligibility▾
graduation marks: 75% in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Zoology or Botany. 65% for SC, ST and OBC.
Board score alternative: Being in the top 20 percentile of your board also counts.
Exam needed: A graduation merit score. graduation score decides the Management route seats.
Open merit route: Half the seats go to students who passed graduation in this state.
M.Sc Microbiology Admission Process▾
Write graduation merit: Two sessions, January and April. Your best score counts.
Register on Rai University Admission Cell: Rai University Admission Cell (the central counselling body) allots every seat here.
Fill choices: List this college and course high. Freeze keeps the seat, float keeps looking.
Pay the seat fee: Pay within five days of allotment or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring originals for document check on the reporting date.
M.Sc Microbiology Admission Dates 2026
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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 Feb 2026 to 8 Mar 2026
Application form
Last date to apply was 8 Mar 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
13 Mar 2026 to 23 Mar 2026
Personal interview round
Your main score comes from your best session.
Over
2 May 2026
Merit list
The graduation marksheet is the main paper the Admission Cell reads.
Over
30 Aug 2026 to 7 Sep 2026
Admission offer
Forms closed when the last date passed on 7 Sep 2026.
Over
11 Sep 2026
First merit list
The first allotment letter came online the same day.
Confirmed
4 Oct 2026
Final merit list
The admission offer comes from the Admission Cell.
Confirmed
9 Oct 2026
First fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 9 Oct 2026.
Confirmed
23 Oct 2026
Physical reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
8 Nov 2026
Classes start
Hostel rooms are given out in the week before this date.
Tentative
Nov 2026
Late admission round
Only if seats are left after reporting.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Application form
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is usually two weeks before the exam.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Personal interview round
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Merit list
Expected about two weeks after the exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admission offer
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Merit list allotments
Six rounds are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
First fee payment
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected soon after the last round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: Rai University admission notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Fees 2026
▾
This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 4, INR 30,000 a semester
INR 1.20 Lakhs
Other academic fees
Full course, as published
INR 16,000
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 5,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 2, INR 81,000 a year
INR 1.62 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 2,293
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
309%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 5,024
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
141%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee
Source: Rai University fee structure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you a seat at Rai University?
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are this course's published Rai University Admission Cell closing scores.
Category
Route
General · Open merit
75% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
74% to 65%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 65%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
General · Management route
70% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
69% to 60%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 60%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
OBC · Open merit
70% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
69% to 60%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 60%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
OBC · Management route
65% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
64% to 55%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 55%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
SC · Open merit
65% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
64% to 55%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 55%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
SC · Management route
60% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
59% to 50%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 50%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
ST · Open merit
65% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
64% to 55%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 55%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
ST · Management route
60% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
59% to 50%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 50%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
EWS · Open merit
70% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
69% to 60%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 60%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
EWS · Management route
65% and above: yes, you are likely in. Apply early and keep papers ready.
64% to 55%: almost there. The interview and empty seats matter.
Below 55%: not safe. Ask the Admission Cell before paying.
EDITOR'S NOTE
A score of 60% is the safer line for this course. The interview can still decide close cases.
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
Gujarat post-matric scholarship
INR 1 Lakh
Gujarat scholarship portal
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersRai merit scholarship
INR 30,000
Rai University Scholarship Committee
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a year, strong previous marksApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersRai need-based scholarship
INR 60,000
Rai University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersRai special category scholarship
INR 50,000
Rai University Scholarship Committee
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC, family income up to INR 5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the university about paying in parts and about education loans.
Rai University M.Sc Microbiology vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to Rai University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Nirma University
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Total fees2 years, no hostel
INR 1.36 Lakhs
tuition + admission
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INR 1.20 Lakhs
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Average paylatest batch
INR 4.2 LPA
Class of 2025
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INR 1.7 LPA less, published range
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INR 0.8 LPA more, published range
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Placement rateshare of the batch placed
85%
latest placement claim
75%
10 points lower, latest course page
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Closing scoregraduation merit graduation score, General
75
merit route
45
30 places tougher
50
25 places tougher, eligibility
45
30 places tougher, eligibility
50
25 places tougher, eligibility
50
25 places tougher, entrance plus degree marks
Seatsthis course
30
fee sheet
60
30 more, GCAS
Not published
Not published
60
30 more, course page
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ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
309%
on INR 4.2 LPA
1694%
1385 points higher
Not published
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217%
92 points lower
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In short
Gujarat University costs much less and has more seats, but the average pay is lower. If low fees matter most, compare it first; if you want a private campus route, keep Rai University in your list.
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Silver Oak publishes a lower science fee, but public course pay and seats were not cleanly published. If you compare both, ask its admission office for placement proof before you choose.
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RK University is close on fee and has a similar merit route. If you want Ahmedabad for labs and travel, Rai University is the easier city choice; if Rajkot is closer to home, compare both.
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Parul costs more but publishes a higher average pay range and more seats. If pay proof is your first filter, check Parul; if total cost matters, Rai University is lighter.
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Nirma costs much more and uses its own entrance route. If you want a research-heavy science school and can pay more, check it; otherwise Rai University is cheaper.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on Rai University M.Sc Microbiology
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is M.Sc Microbiology at Rai University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want a low cost private university route in Ahmedabad. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.36 Lakhs and the university average pay claim is INR 4.2 LPA, so the fee is small against the pay. Check the lab fit and scholarship rules before you pay.
Should I take this course if my graduation score is near 60%?▾
It depends on the interview and seats left. The published eligibility points to a relevant bachelor degree, and the fee sheet lists 30 seats for Microbiology. Apply early, carry all marksheets, and ask the Admission Cell if your subject mix is accepted before you pay.
What job can I get after this course?▾
This course points to lab and quality roles in pharma, food, dairy, diagnostics and research support. Rai University's latest placement page shows INR 4.2 LPA average pay at university level, not only this course. Use that as a guide, then ask the department for recent science recruiters.
Who should pick this course at Rai University?▾
Pick it if you want microbiology labs, a private university campus near Ahmedabad and a fee under INR 2 Lakhs without hostel. The course has 30 seats, so the batch is small enough for lab access. Visit the campus lab and meet the science faculty before you lock the seat.
Who should skip this M.Sc Microbiology course?▾
Skip it if you want a hospital attached medical microbiology setup or a published course-wise placement report. Rai University gives a university-level placement claim, and the science page lists broad recruiters and labs. Ask for recent Microbiology alumni outcomes before you decide.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, if you use the project well. The syllabus includes medical microbiology, agricultural microbiology, bioprocess technology and research work across four semesters. If you plan for Ph.D. or NET, speak to faculty in semester 1 and choose a project that can become a paper.
Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾
The fee is light compared with the university average pay claim. You pay INR 1.36 Lakhs without hostel, while the average pay shown for Rai University is INR 4.2 LPA. Do not read it as a promise for every Microbiology student. Use the placement cell and build lab skills from semester 1.
Should I choose Rai University or a lower fee public university?▾
Choose the lower fee public university if your main aim is the cheapest degree and you get a seat. Choose Rai University if Ahmedabad access, private admission support and campus hostel matter more. Compare the total fee, lab access and recent science placements before you decide.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Fill the Rai University admission form online or at the campus and pay the INR 600 form fee. The admission page says selection is based on merit and a personal interview. Keep bachelor degree marksheets, ID proof and category papers ready for the document check.
What is the full fee for this course?▾
The full two-year fee without hostel is INR 1.36 Lakhs. With hostel and mess it is INR 2.98 Lakhs in this page's estimate. The fee block shows tuition, other academic fees and the refundable caution deposit separately, so read it before you pay.
Can I pay the Rai University fee in parts?▾
Yes, the fee sheet is built semester-wise. The tuition fee is INR 30,000 per semester for four semesters, and other academic fees are paid as listed. Ask the accounts office about due dates, because missing a fee date can delay admission confirmation.
Can I get a scholarship for M.Sc Microbiology?▾
Yes, if you meet the scholarship policy. Rai University lists early bird, merit, need-based, employee ward and special category scholarships. Most waivers apply to tuition fee only. Keep income proof and previous marks ready, and confirm the final waiver with the Scholarship Committee.
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