Kerala University M.Sc Biochemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, M.Sc Biochemistry is offered at the Department of Biochemistry, which is a teaching department at the Kariavattom campus of Kerala University. The department has well-equipped laboratories for molecular biology, protein biochemistry, cell biology, and analytical biochemistry. Students benefit from the university's central library, computer centre, and proximity to leading research institutions in Thiruvananthapuram such as RGCB (Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology), SCTIMST (Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology), and NIIST (National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology), which provide excellent opportunities for collaborative research and internships.

Ans. The total academic fee for the complete 2-year (4-semester) M.Sc Biochemistry programme is ₹6,210. This includes all one-time charges collected at the time of admission in Semester 1 (admission fee, lab fee, library fee, union fees, student care fund, etc.) plus tuition fees of ₹840 per semester for all 4 semesters. A Caution Deposit (refundable) is collected separately and communicated in the admission memo. The application/registration fee of ₹1,500 (General) is non-refundable. Hostel fees, if opted, are additional.

Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Biochemistry from Kerala University can pursue careers in pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, clinical diagnostic laboratories, hospitals (as clinical biochemists), food and beverage industry, environmental testing agencies, and research institutions. Many graduates qualify for national-level fellowships like CSIR-UGC NET JRF, DBT-JRF, and ICMR-JRF to pursue Ph.D. research. Teaching positions in colleges and universities are also available after qualifying UGC-NET. The programme's strong research foundation makes it an excellent stepping stone for a career in biomedical research.

Ans. The PG-CSS entrance exam for M.Sc Biochemistry is competitive given the limited seats (16) and the popularity of biochemistry as a discipline. The exam consists of 100 MCQs covering subject knowledge at the qualifying examination level, including topics from B.Sc Chemistry and Biochemistry syllabi such as biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids), enzymology, metabolism (glycolysis, TCA cycle, oxidative phosphorylation), molecular biology (DNA replication, transcription, translation), cell biology, immunology, and analytical techniques. Candidates should also prepare for logical and numerical reasoning questions.

Ans. Yes, B.Sc Chemistry graduates are eligible to apply for M.Sc Biochemistry at Kerala University, as per the eligibility criteria specified in the PG-CSS prospectus. In addition, graduates with B.Sc Biochemistry, B.Sc Biochemistry and Industrial Microbiology, or any multi-major course with Biochemistry as the main subject are also eligible. The entrance exam will test knowledge at the qualifying examination level, so B.Sc Chemistry candidates should ensure they have adequate knowledge of biochemistry topics covered in their undergraduate curriculum.

Ans. At the time of reporting for admission, candidates must bring: a printout of the completed online application, the admission memo issued by the university, date of birth certificate, Transfer Certificate (TC) and Conduct Certificate, mark lists and provisional/degree certificate of the qualifying examination, Eligibility Certificate (for candidates from other universities), Migration Certificate (for candidates from other universities), Caste/Community Certificate (for SC/ST/SEBC candidates), Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for SEBC candidates), and the APAAR ID (mandatory for all candidates from 2026 admission onwards). Candidates should also carry the Anti-Ragging Undertaking and Anti-Drug Declaration forms as per the prospectus annexures.