PDKV B.Tech Biotechnology: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV) in Akola is based on marks from the higher secondary examination (minimum 50% in the science stream) and entrance exams like MHT-CET, JEE Mains, and NEET. The college prioritizes MHT-CET scores for merit-based admissions. The faculty are highly qualified, with many holding advanced degrees, and they provide a supportive and innovative learning environment. The college maintains a balanced faculty-to-student ratio, with batches ranging from 60 to 120 students.

The four-year course costs a total of INR 75,520, including all necessary fees, making it an affordable option compared to private colleges. Placement support is robust, with training and internships, but only 10% of students secure placements, with average salaries around 4 lakh INR per annum. Internships are mandatory, with stipends of 3,000 INR each. Scholarships are available, including government and ICAR scholarships, with some covering up to 36,000 INR annually.

SC category students benefit from a scholarship of 10,000 INR per year, while hostel fees are 1,000 INR per semester, and mess charges are approximately 1,500 INR per month. The maximum educational cost is around 42,000 INR per annum, with no increase in tuition fees during the degree. Educational loans are available to support students financially.