SPPU M.Sc Nano Science & Technology [Biotechnology]: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 40,000
full course, no hostel
Average pay
INR 3 LPA
NIRF PG median pay
Cutoff
128
GAT-B score, General
Placement rate
43%
PG batch placed

About SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech

SPPU offers a two-year, full-time M.Sc Nano Science and Technology Biotechnology course on its Pune campus. The course sits inside the biotechnology route supported by DBT and uses GAT-B for admission. SPPU has NAAC A+ and stands #56 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 40,000, and INR 51,700 with hostel. The course has 30 DBT seats. You apply after the GAT-B score card. The General cutoff score used here is 128. NIRF reports INR 3 LPA median pay for PG students, and 43% of the PG batch was placed.

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Fees

The full course costs INR 40,000 without hostel and INR 51,700 with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 40,000. You pay the academic fee for the course as the university publishes it. Hostel adds INR 11,700 if you take a room. The fee is low, but you must still check the notice before you pay.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Academic feeINR 40,000Full course, as published
Hostel feeINR 11,700Full course, as published
Total, no hostelINR 40,000Full course
Total with hostelINR 51,700Full course

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Admission Dates

GAT-B registration is expected from Mar 2027 to Apr 2027. The exam is expected in May 2027 and classes start in Sep 2027. Use the dates as estimates until NTA and SPPU publish the next notice.

EventDateStatus
GAT-B registration, last date to applyMar 2027 to Apr 2027Tentative
GAT-B examMay 2027Tentative
GAT-B result and rank cardJun 2027Tentative
SPPU application formJun 2027 to Jul 2027Tentative
Merit list and allotmentJul 2027Tentative
Admission fee, last dateAug 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkAug 2027Tentative
Classes startSep 2027Tentative

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Eligibility

The seat needs Graduation and a valid GAT-B score. The DBT list says Any Science Graduate for SPPU. You should keep your degree marksheet ready, because the department checks papers before admission.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeAny Science Graduate
ExamValid GAT-B score card
Seat count30 DBT seats
DocumentsDegree marksheet, category paper if used and photo ID

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Admission Process

NTA conducts GAT-B and RCB declares the score card. You then fill the SPPU department form and upload the papers. The department checks your score and documents. If your name is on the merit list, you pay the fee and report.

StepWhat you do
1. Write GAT-BApply on the NTA portal and take the computer test
2. Download score cardUse the GAT-B score card for SPPU registration
3. Fill SPPU formSubmit the department form before the last date
4. Check merit listFollow the department list and admission message
5. Pay and reportPay the fee and bring original papers for check

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Cutoff

The General score range starts at 128 and the safer score is 160. These are GAT-B score ranges used for guidance. The department can change the list when students do not join.

CategoryClosing score rangeRound and year
General128 to 160GAT-B, 2026
OBC-NCL110 to 145GAT-B, 2026
SC85 to 30GAT-B, 2026
ST70 to 105GAT-B, 2026
EWS115 to 150GAT-B, 2026

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Placements

NIRF shows INR 3 LPA median pay for PG students and 43% of the PG batch placed. Many biotechnology students also move to research, Ph.D. and lab roles. The Pune campus helps because labs and biotech offices are close.

MetricValue
Median payINR 3 LPA, PG students
Batch placed43%
Higher studies88 PG students in NIRF data
Role routeResearch labs, biotech firms and Ph.D. tracks

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 20,000 to INR 40,000 when two can apply together. The combined support is biggest for low-income category or EWS students. Category schemes need income and caste papers, and the central scheme needs the NSP form.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
DBT PG studentshipStudents admitted through GAT-BINR 20,000 fee support used here
Central Sector SchemeFamily income up to INR 8 LakhsINR 20,000 over the course
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, income paper neededINR 20,000 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, income paper neededINR 20,000 over the course

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Ranking

SPPU stands #56 in NIRF University ranking and has NAAC A+. Collegedunia's course page also lists the university on its SPPU course page. The rank helps more for research value than for direct campus jobs.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NIRF University2025#56
NAAClatest cycleA+
Times Higher Education Science2020#401 to 500

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Course Structure

Year 1 covers biotechnology base papers and lab methods. Year 2 moves to nano science, research methods and a project. The course suits students who want research training before a Ph.D. or lab job.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Core biotechnology, cell biology and lab methods
Year 2Nano science, research methods and project work
ProjectDepartment lab work with faculty guidance

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Hostel and Campus

The hostel fee shown on the course page is INR 11,700 for the course. Pune gives access to research labs, hospitals and biotech firms. Hostel rooms depend on university allotment, so confirm the room before you plan the move.

ItemDetail
Hostel feeINR 11,700
CampusPune university campus
City linkLabs, hospitals and biotech offices nearby
RoomConfirm allotment with the hostel office

Should you pick M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech at SPPU?

This course suits students who want research training and can study through a national entrance route.

Pick it if:
You want a research campus: SPPU has DBT support, active labs and Pune research offices close to campus.
You have a valid GAT-B score: the department uses the score card, so fill the SPPU form after results.
Your family needs a low fee: the full course fee is INR 40,000 before hostel, so loan pressure stays low.
You may study further: NIRF lists 88 PG students moving to higher studies, so this route fits research plans.
Skip it if:
You want a direct company job: the course is research-heavy, and many students move to Ph.D. or lab work.
You count only campus pay: NIRF PG median pay is INR 3 LPA, so the return is steady, not high.
You need hostel certainty first: the course page lists hostel fee, but room allotment still depends on the hostel office.
You miss the department form: a GAT-B score alone is not enough, because SPPU checks its own form and papers.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if you want research or a Ph.D. after this degree. If you want a fast job, check placement fit first.
M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Eligibility▾
Degree needed: Any Science Graduate can apply for the SPPU GAT-B biotechnology seat.
Exam needed: A valid GAT-B score card is needed before the SPPU form.
Seats: The DBT list shows 30 seats for SPPU M.Sc Biotechnology.
Documents: Keep degree marks, category paper if used, photo ID and score card ready.
M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Admission Process▾
Apply for GAT-B: Fill the NTA form and take the computer test.
Get score card: Download the GAT-B score card after NTA declares results.
Fill SPPU form: Register on the department link before its last date.
Check merit list: The department lists selected students after document check.
Pay and report: Pay the fee and bring original papers, or you lose the seat.

M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Mar 2027 to Apr 2027
GAT-B registration, last date to apply
Expected from the 2026 NTA window. Apply before the last date.
Tentative
May 2027
GAT-B exam
Expected in the same month as the last exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
GAT-B result and rank card
Download the score card before the SPPU form.
Tentative
Jun 2027 to Jul 2027
SPPU application form
Fill the department form and upload papers by the last date.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Merit list and allotment
The department list decides who can pay and join.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Admission fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the given date.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring originals and the GAT-B score card for checking.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Classes start
The first semester starts after reporting is done.

Source: NTA GAT-B bulletin and SPPU department notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech Fees 2027

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This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel fee.

Academic fee
Full course, as published
INR 40,000
Add hostel fee
Hostel fee
Full course, as published
INR 11,700
Total course fee
INR 40,000
2 years · academic fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 51,700
2 years · academic fee + hostel fee
Education loan EMI
INR 674
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
750%
average first-year pay INR 3 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 872
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
580%
average first-year pay INR 3 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Collegedunia course fee page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your GAT-B score get you a seat at SPPU?

Pick your category and list stage. The score ranges show how close you are.

Category
List stage
General · SPPU form
160 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
128 to 159: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 128: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
General · late list
152 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
30 to 151: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 30: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
OBC-NCL · SPPU form
145 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
110 to 144: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 110: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
OBC-NCL · late list
137 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
102 to 136: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 102: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
SC · SPPU form
30 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
85 to 119: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 85: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
SC · late list
112 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
77 to 111: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 77: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
ST · SPPU form
105 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
70 to 104: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 70: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
ST · late list
97 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
62 to 96: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 62: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
EWS · SPPU form
150 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
115 to 149: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 115: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
EWS · late list
142 and above: yes, you are in. Keep the SPPU form ready.
107 to 141: almost there. Wait for the later list and keep papers ready.
Below 107: not this year. Try again with a higher GAT-B score.
EDITOR'S NOTE

A valid GAT-B score is only the first step. The SPPU form and document check decide the final seat.

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech 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.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 20,000
Maharashtra social welfare department
Paid against fees when the state approves the category claim.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 20,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid to eligible students through the national scholarship portal.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
DBT PG studentship fee cover
INR 20,000
Department of Biotechnology, Government of India
Used here as a fee cover estimate for GAT-B admitted students.
Who qualifies: valid GAT-B admission and EWS or fee support checkApply by Sep 2027
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 20,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid after the income and caste papers are checked.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 20,000
Your net course fee: INR 20,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 40,000
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 0
Estimated total waiver
INR 40,000
Your net course fee: INR 0

SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to SPPU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Savitribai Phule Pune University
Pune
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Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi
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University of Hyderabad
Hyderabad
Compared with
Pondicherry University
Puducherry
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Alagappa University
Karaikudi
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Regional Centre for Biotechnology
Faridabad
Total feesfull course, no hostel
INR 40,000
academic fee
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 80,000 more
INR 25,000
INR 15,000 less
INR 42,000
INR 2,000 more
INR 20,000
INR 20,000 less
INR 30,000
INR 10,000 less
Average paylatest PG batch
INR 3 LPA
NIRF PG median
INR 4.5 LPA
INR 1.5 LPA more
INR 4 LPA
INR 1 LPA more
INR 3.2 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA more
INR 2.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 3.8 LPA
INR 0.8 LPA more
Placement rateshare of PG batch placed
43%
NIRF PG data
50%
7 points higher
48%
5 points higher
40%
3 points lower
38%
5 points lower
45%
2 points higher
Closing scoreGAT-B, General
128
GAT-B score
150
22 more
155
27 more
135
7 more
128
Same score
140
12 more
SeatsGAT-B supported seats
30
DBT seats
30
Same seats
30
Same seats
30
Same seats
10
20 fewer
20
10 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
750%
on INR 3 LPA
375%
375 points lower
1600%
850 points higher
762%
12 points higher
1250%
500 points higher
1267%
517 points higher
In short
If you want a higher median pay, compare BHU closely. If you need the lower fee, SPPU stays easier to pay.
In short
If your score clears both, Hyderabad gives stronger pay. If fee matters most, SPPU is still a simple choice.
In short
If you want a similar public university fee, compare Pondicherry with SPPU. Pick SPPU if Pune labs matter more.
In short
If a very low fee is the main need, Alagappa is strong. SPPU gives more seats and a bigger city.
In short
If you want a smaller research campus, compare RCB with SPPU. Pick SPPU if Pune and more seats matter.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on SPPU M.Sc Nanoscience Biotech

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is this course worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want research training at a low fee. The full fee without hostel is INR 40,000, and NIRF lists INR 3 LPA median pay for PG students. That makes the cost easy to recover. Check the course fit first, because many students use this route for Ph.D. or lab work.
Should I take it if my GAT-B score is near 128?▾
It depends on your category and the SPPU list. The General guidance score here starts at 128, but a safer score is 160 and above. Fill the SPPU form if you are near the range. Keep another option ready until the department list confirms your seat.
What job can I get after this course?▾
You can look at lab, research assistant, biotech, hospital lab and project roles. NIRF reports INR 3 LPA median pay for PG students, so treat the course as a research path, not only a job path. Use the Pune location to build lab experience while you study.
Who should pick this course at SPPU?▾
Pick it if you want biotechnology research, can prepare for GAT-B and want a public university fee. The course has 30 DBT seats and uses a national score card. It suits students who want Ph.D., project work or lab roles after the degree.
Who should skip this course at SPPU?▾
Skip it if you want a high campus salary right after the degree. The PG median pay used here is INR 3 LPA, and many students move to higher studies. If your main aim is a fast company job, check the placement fit before you pay.
Is SPPU better for higher studies than a quick job?▾
Yes, it is stronger as a higher studies route. The department is DBT supported, the fee is INR 40,000 without hostel, and NIRF shows 88 PG students moving to higher studies. Build your project plan early and ask faculty about lab work in the first semester.
Is the Pune location useful for internships?▾
Yes, if you use it actively. Pune has university labs, hospitals and biotech offices, so short projects are easier to search for than in a small town. The placement block still uses 43% PG placement data, so do not depend only on campus hiring.
Should I wait a year for a better GAT-B score?▾
Wait only if your score is much lower than the likely range and you can improve it. If you are near 128, apply and watch the SPPU list. If your score is much lower, a year of focused GAT-B study may help more than joining a course you do not want.
Is the fee worth it against the median pay?▾
Yes, the fee side is the main strength. The course fee without hostel is INR 40,000, while the PG median pay used here is INR 3 LPA. Even after adding the INR 11,700 hostel fee, the cost stays low. Check living cost in Pune separately.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Apply for GAT-B on the NTA portal, write the exam and download the score card. After that, fill the SPPU department form before its last date. The department checks your score and documents. Pay the fee only after your name appears in the list.
Can I get scholarship support here?▾
Yes, but the scheme depends on your category and income. The calculator above uses DBT support, Central Sector Scheme and state post-matric options. The full fee is INR 40,000, so even a part waiver can cover a big share. Keep income and category papers ready.
Can I get hostel for this course?▾
You can apply, but the room is not automatic. The course page lists hostel fee as INR 11,700, and the fee toggle shows the total with hostel as INR 51,700. Confirm room allotment with the hostel office before you plan travel or rent.

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  • A candidate must have passed a Bachelor degree of 3 years duration (or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university.

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Duration

3 years (Full Time)

Course Level

UG Degree

Type of University

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Year of establishment

1949

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