Marwadi University Rajkot B.Tech Bioinformatics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Marwadi University's B.Tech in Bioinformatics Engineering is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, designed to train students at the intersection of biology, computer science, and data analytics. The programme spans 8 semesters with a total tuition fee of Rs. 5,00,000 (Rs. 62,500 per semester) and an overall academic fee of Rs. 5,11,000 including one-time miscellaneous charges. The curriculum covers Computational Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD), Bioinformatics tools, Python programming, AI, and Software Engineering. India faces a significant shortage of professional bioinformaticians, making this one of the most future-ready programmes in the life sciences-technology space. Marwadi University is the only institution in the Saurashtra region offering this programme.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently open. The programme inception is July 1, 2026. Students can apply online at admission.marwadiuniversity.ac.in. JEE Main Session 2 results were declared on April 20, 2026, and GUJCET 2026 results are expected around May 12, 2026. Admissions are ongoing based on JEE Main/GUJCET scores and merit.

Key Points

• Unique interdisciplinary programme combining Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Data Analytics.
• Curriculum includes Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD), Immuno-Informatics, Agro-Informatics, Phylo-Informatics, and Nano-Informatics - highly specialised subjects not commonly found in other programmes.
• Python for Biologists and Computational Analysis of Biomolecular Sequences and Structures are core subjects from Semester 3.
• Elective options in Cloud Computing, Data Mining, Cyber Security, Data Science, Metabolomics, Transcriptomics, Biological Network Analysis, and Advances in Genomics.
• Artificial Intelligence integrated into the curriculum in Semester 6.
• Career Readiness Programme (CRP) and Design Thinking and Problem Solving Skills integrated into the curriculum.
• Students have won the DAAD Scholarship (Germany) and participated in international conferences, reflecting global exposure.
• Marwadi University is Gujarat's first AI-enabled campus powered by NVIDIA, providing cutting-edge computational infrastructure.

MU B.Tech Bioinformatics Fees

Component-wise Fee Structure (2026-27)

Hostel Fees (Optional, 2026-27 - Per Year)

• Miscellaneous charges of Rs. 11,000 are a one-time fee applicable in the first semester only (covers uniform, kit, and registration).
• Hostel is optional and not included in the total academic fees above.
• Security deposit of Rs. 15,000 for on-campus hostel (refundable upon cancellation after deduction of pending dues/penalties).
• Hostel fee once paid is non-refundable except the security/caution deposit.
• Education loans are available through SBI, HDFC Bank, Bank of India, Central Bank of India, and other partner banks.
• Loans up to Rs. 4 lakh are available without collateral.

MU B.Tech Bioinformatics Admission 2026

Marwadi University B.Tech (Bioinformatics) Admission Dates (2026-27)

Entrance Exam Dates - JEE Main 2026 and GUJCET 2026

Sources: jeemain.nta.nic.in, gseb.org

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed HSC (10+2) in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks.
• Mathematics and Physics must be compulsory subjects in the qualifying examination.
• JEE Main or GUJCET score is accepted for admission; direct merit-based admission is also available.
• 5% relaxation in minimum marks for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per government norms.

Admission Process

• Register and fill the online application form at admission.marwadiuniversity.ac.in.
• Submit JEE Main or GUJCET scorecard along with the application.
• Shortlisting is done based on JEE Main/GUJCET scores and 10+2 marks.
• Pay the registration fee and complete document submission (10th and 12th marksheets, school leaving certificate, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, JEE Main/GUJCET scorecard).
• Visit the Accounts Section for admission fee payment and confirm course selection.
• Collect uniform, complete ID card formalities, and register for the semester on the student portal.

MU B.Tech Bioinformatics Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• MYSY scholarship requires HSC with 80 percentile or above with family income not exceeding Rs. 6 lakh per annum.
• SC/ST Freeship Card is issued by the District Social Welfare Officer; students must apply separately.
• Sports Quota Scholarship: 100% tuition fee waiver for international competition medalists; 75% for national medalists; 50% for national participants; 20% for state medalists; 10% for state participants.
• DAAD Scholarship is a competitive scholarship for international exchange; students should apply through the official DAAD portal at daad.de.