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BBAU’s M.Sc in Life Science is a 2-year postgraduate programme offered through the School of Life Sciences at its Lucknow campus. With an annual intake of 50 seats and admissions through CUET-PG, the programme covers zoology, animal science, genetics, and molecular biology. The total tuition fee over four semesters is INR 60,000. BBAU’s central university status and NAAC A++ accreditation make this an attractive option for science graduates across Uttar Pradesh.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Spot Counselling begins 28 July 2026.
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 60,000 (INR 15,000 per semester) |
| Laboratory Fee | INR 4,000 (INR 1,000 per semester) |
| Examination Fee | INR 3,200 (INR 800 per semester) |
| Admission Fee (one-time) | INR 1,000 |
| Enrolment Fee (one-time) | INR 200 |
| Medical Fee | INR 400 (INR 100 per semester) |
| Library Card Fee | INR 400 (INR 200 per year) |
| Sports Fee | INR 400 (INR 200 per year) |
| Total Fees | INR 69,600 |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CUET-PG Registration Closing Date | 25 January 2026 |
| CUET-PG Exam | 6 to 27 March 2026 |
| CUET-PG Result | 24 April 2026 |
| Phase 1 Merit List Released | 16 July 2026 |
| Phase 1 Fee Submission Closing Date | 19 July 2026 |
| Phase 2 Merit List Released | 21 July 2026 |
| Phase 2 Fee Submission Closing Date | 26 July 2026 |
| Spot Counselling Document Verification | 28 July 2026 |
| Spot Counselling Merit List | 29 July 2026 |
| Spot Counselling Fee Submission Closing Date | 2 August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
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| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (DST) | INR 80,000 per year | Top 1% in class 12 board exams or top CUET-PG rankers in science stream |
| Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Fellowship (BBAU) | INR 60,000 per year | Merit-based for enrolled BBAU postgraduate students |
| Post-Matric Scholarship SC/ST (UP Government) | Full fee reimbursement | SC/ST students domiciled in Uttar Pradesh |
| NSP Central Sector and Minority Scholarships | As per NSP guidelines | Merit, income, and community eligibility criteria |
Ques. What entrance exam is required for M.Sc Life Science at BBAU?
Ans. BBAU’s M.Sc Life Science admission for 2026-27 is based on CUET-PG 2026 scores released by NTA. No separate university entrance test is conducted. Candidates must register on the BBAU admissions portal and are allotted seats through programme-wise merit lists across Phase 1, Phase 2, and Spot Counselling rounds.
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Life Science at BBAU Lucknow?
Ans. The total tuition fee is INR 60,000 over four semesters at INR 15,000 per semester. Including laboratory fees (INR 4,000), examination fees (INR 3,200), and other university charges (INR 2,400), the total course fee comes to INR 69,600. A refundable caution deposit of INR 2,000 is also collected at the time of admission.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Life Science from BBAU?
Ans. Graduates can pursue research at CSIR labs, ICAR institutes, and DST-funded centres. Teaching roles in degree colleges and research fellowships after qualifying CSIR-NET or GATE are common pathways. Opportunities also exist in pharmaceutical companies, diagnostic labs, biotech firms, and government science departments. Graduates may also enroll in PhD programmes at national universities. Wildlife conservation organisations and environmental research institutes also recruit M.Sc Life Science graduates.
Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for M.Sc Life Science at BBAU?
Ans. Candidates need a graduate degree with at least 50% marks in Life Sciences, Zoology, Animal Science, or Sericulture from a recognised university. SC/ST/PH candidates require 45% marks. A valid CUET-PG 2026 score in the life sciences stream is compulsory. No age limit is prescribed for this programme.
Ques. Does BBAU M.Sc Life Science cover zoology and molecular biology topics?
Ans. Yes, BBAU’s M.Sc Life Science programme is offered through the Department of Zoology under the School of Life Sciences and covers animal-oriented life sciences including zoology, genetics, cell biology, molecular biology, and ecology. The programme includes laboratory practicals alongside theory coursework and a final semester dissertation conducted under faculty supervision at BBAU. Field-based ecology studies are also part of the curriculum.
Ques. What scholarships can M.Sc Life Science students at BBAU apply for?
Ans. Students may apply for the DST INSPIRE Scholarship for Higher Education (INR 80,000 per year for top-ranked science students), Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Fellowship from BBAU (INR 60,000 per year), Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students from Uttar Pradesh, and NSP Central Sector and Minority Scholarships. Applications are submitted through the respective government and university portals before the published deadlines.
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