Cotton University Guwahati B.Sc {Hons.} Biotechnology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

** The four-year undergraduate biotechnology course features supportive and friendly faculty, although there are concerns about the limited number of staff due to the department being self-financed and receiving less attention from authorities. The course consists of six semesters, expanding to eight from 2023, with two exams per semester: a mid-term and a final exam. The syllabus is moderate, making it manageable for average students. The annual course fee is 55,000, which includes a 7,000 lab fee.

Hostel fees are 28,000 per year, with a monthly payment of 1,500. There are no additional charges based on category (SC, ST) during course completion. The Ishan Uday Scholarship from the National Scholarship Portal offers 80,000 annually, while ST category students can receive a scholarship of 11,000. General fees are minimal at 2,000 per year, which includes a 1,500 registration fee. Fees are consistent among all batchmates, differing only for those from different educational boards.

Odd semester fees are approximately 30,000, and even semester fees are around 23,000. Scholarships are accessible through the National Scholarship Portal, with income-based eligibility.