CSJMU M.Sc Life Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The M.Sc Life Sciences programme at CSJMU Kanpur is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course offered under the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology. The programme provides an advanced, interdisciplinary study of living systems and life processes, ranging from the molecular level to the organism level, including interactions with the environment. It covers Cell and Molecular Biology, Genetics, Developmental Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Animal and Plant Physiology, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, and Bioinformatics. Annual fees are Rs. 19,924 (plus Rs. 200 library fee), making it one of the most affordable M.Sc programmes at CSJMU. With 40 seats and a broad eligibility covering most science graduates, the programme is popular among students seeking a research-oriented career in biological sciences at a NAAC A++ graded university.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently open. Based on the 2025-26 cycle, applications typically open in April-May and close by June, with merit lists and counselling following shortly after. The 2026-27 admission portal (csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627) is live and registrations are underway. Candidates are advised to register at admission.csjmu.ac.in and monitor the university website for merit list and counselling schedule announcements.

Key Points

• The M.Sc Life Sciences programme is an interdisciplinary course integrating Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biostatistics, and Computational Biology, preparing students for both research and applied careers.
• The Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology was established in 1983 and has a strong research culture with publications in top international journals and active collaborations with CSIR, DBT, DST, ICAR, ICMR, and other national agencies.
• The department has MOUs with premier institutions including IITK Foundation (IFACET), Centre of Biomedical Research Lucknow, ICAR-IIPR Kanpur, and ICMR-NIREH Bhopal, providing students with research exposure.
• Faculty members have interdisciplinary global expertise covering Molecular Genetics, Cancer Biology, Molecular Microbiology, Protein Engineering, Neurobiology, and Infection Biology.
• The programme is designed as per UGC mandate and aligns with national and international research priorities in Life Sciences.
• Industrial visits, trainings, and projects are an integral part of the curriculum, enhancing employability and practical skills.

CSJMU M.Sc Fees

Programme Fees

Hostel Fees (Optional)

• Hostel accommodation is optional and subject to availability.
• Hostel fees are separate from tuition fees and are not included in the Total Fees above.
• Mess/food charges are additional and charged separately by the hostel mess facility.
• The library fee of Rs. 200 per year is added over and above the programme fee.
• No EMI facility is officially mentioned; fees are typically paid at the time of admission/semester commencement.
• Hostel fees once paid are non-refundable as per university policy.

CSJMU M.Sc Admission 2026

College-Level Admission Dates

CUET PG 2026 Entrance Exam Dates

• Exact dates for 2026-27 are yet to be announced.
• Based on the 2025-26 cycle, the application window opened in April 2025 and closed in June 2025.
• Candidates should regularly check csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627 for updates.
• CSJMU's M.Sc Life Science admission is merit-based (based on qualifying B.Sc marks) and does not mandatorily require CUET PG.
• Candidates are advised to confirm with the department (Prof. Varsha Gupta / Dr. Gaurav Kumar, Contact: 9450442861 / 9871831534) regarding CUET PG applicability for 2026-27.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed a 10+2+3 degree (B.Sc./B.Tech./B.Pharma/B.V.Sc./M.B.B.S.) with any of the subjects amongst Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Sciences, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Physics, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Food Technology, Nutrition Science, Computer Science, Hospital Administration, and allied subjects.
• Minimum 50% marks in aggregate in the qualifying degree (5% relaxation for SC/ST/Differently-abled students as per norms).
• Candidates who have appeared in the qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

• Register on the CSJMU Admission Portal at admission.csjmu.ac.in or csjmu.ac.in/admissions2627.
• A unique WRN (Web Registration Number) is generated upon registration; save it for future reference.
• Candidates can apply to a maximum of 3 programmes across up to 10 departments/colleges.
• Admission is direct and merit-based on qualifying degree marks.
• After merit list declaration, selected candidates must visit the department on notified counselling dates with original documents.
• Pay the prescribed fees to confirm admission.
• Admission is confirmed only after document verification and fee payment.

CSJMU M.Sc Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• The CSJMU Merit cum Means Scholarship is available from the second year onwards, subject to maintaining top 25 percentile ranking and clearing all subjects in the first attempt without backlog.
• Students already receiving any other government scholarship (state/central/OBC/SC/ST/minority) are not eligible for the CSJMU Merit cum Means Scholarship simultaneously.
• UP Post-Matric Scholarship applications typically open in July-October each year on the UP scholarship portal.
• Students must submit an income certificate from Tehsildar/Magistrate for the CSJMU internal scholarship.