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

The M.Sc Microbiology programme at CSJMU Kanpur is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course (4 semesters) offered under the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology. The programme imparts in-depth knowledge of microorganisms including viruses, bacteria, algae, fungi, and protozoa, and their interactions with humans, animals, plants, and the environment. The curriculum covers Medical and Clinical Microbiology, Industrial Microbiology, Agricultural Microbiology, Food and Dairy Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Pharmaceutical Microbiology, Infectious Immunobiology, Microbial Biotechnology, and recent advances including nanotechnology, microbial genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics. Annual fees are Rs. 55,200 (plus Rs. 200 library fee), with a total programme cost of Rs. 1,10,400 over two years. The course admits 40 students per year and is conducted in regular on-campus mode with hands-on training in well-equipped instrumentation laboratories, making it a popular choice for students targeting research, healthcare, and industrial microbiology careers.

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 Microbiology programme is offered with 40 seats per year in a 4-semester format with strong emphasis on skill training in microbial handling, biochemical, physiological, serological, diagnostic, and molecular level characterisation.
• The curriculum includes recent advances such as nanotechnology, microbial genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomic analysis, keeping students updated with frontier developments in microbiology.
• The Department of Life Sciences and Biotechnology was established in 1983 and has a strong research culture with 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 and internship exposure.
• The programme is offered with hands-on training in laboratories well-equipped with modern instrumentation facilities, enhancing practical skills and employability.
• Industrial visits, trainings, and projects are an integral part of the curriculum, with placement assistance provided by the department.

CSJMU M.Sc Microbiology Fees

Fee Structure

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 of Rs. 55,000.
• 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 Microbiology 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 Microbiology admission is merit-based (based on qualifying degree marks) and does not mandatorily require CUET PG.
• Candidates are advised to confirm with the department (Dr. Manishi Tripathi, Contact: 9839120478) regarding CUET PG applicability for 2026-27.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed a Bachelor degree (minimum 3-year course) in biological sciences from a recognised university.
• Minimum 50% marks in aggregate in the qualifying degree (5% relaxation for SC/ST/Differently-abled students as per norms).
• Accepted subjects at Bachelor level include Zoology, Botany, Chemistry, Life Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Mathematics, Physics, Medical Laboratory Technology, Medical Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Food Technology, Nutrition Science, Computer Science, Hospital Administration, and allied subjects.

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 Microbiology Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• 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.