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The B.Tech (Bioinformatics) is a 4-year full-time undergraduate programme offered by the Amity Institute of Biotechnology (AIB) at Amity University Mumbai. This is a regular on-campus programme that integrates the disciplines of biology, computer science, and data analytics to train students in the rapidly growing field of bioinformatics. The programme covers genomics, proteomics, computational biology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics tools and databases. The total tuition fee for the programme is Rs. 10.96 Lakhs for the 4-year duration, with a 1st year semester fee of Rs. 1,37,000. Admission is based on Class XII merit (minimum 60% aggregate in PCB or PCM) along with a valid JEE Main / NEET / State Entrance Exam / AMCAT score. The programme is popular among students who wish to combine their interest in life sciences with computational skills, and is well-suited for careers in pharmaceutical research, genomics, drug discovery, and bioinformatics software development.

Admissions 2026 are currently open. Applications can be submitted online at the Amity University Mumbai portal. The application window is open from November 2025 to March 31, 2026.

Key Points

The programme uniquely bridges biology and computer science, making graduates eligible for roles in both the life sciences and IT sectors.
Students gain hands-on training in bioinformatics tools such as BLAST, ClustalW, MEGA, PyMOL, and various genomics and proteomics databases.
The curriculum includes subjects such as Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Structural Bioinformatics, and Drug Design.
Students have access to Amity's well-equipped biotechnology and bioinformatics laboratories at the Mumbai campus.
The programme is eligible for Amity's Global Study Program (GSP), allowing students to transfer to a foreign partner university (such as Indiana University Indianapolis, USA) for the final 2 years to earn a foreign degree.
Graduates are eligible for higher studies in M.Tech Bioinformatics, M.Sc Bioinformatics, or MBA in Biotechnology Management, both in India and abroad.

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Amity University Mumbai B.Tech Bioinformatics Fees

The B.Tech Bioinformatics programme at Amity University Mumbai has a total tuition fee of Rs. 10.96 Lakhs for the entire 4-year duration, which works out to Rs. 2.74 Lakhs per year. The 1st year semester fee as per the official course page is Rs. 1,37,000. Hostel fees are optional and charged separately. The total fee including hostel for 4 years is Rs. 22.18 Lakhs.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per semester - 1st Year)	1,37,000
Total Tuition Fee (4 Years)	10,96,000
Hostel Fee (4 Years - Optional)	11,22,000
Total Fee (Tuition Only)	10,96,000
Total Fee (Tuition + Hostel)	22,18,000

Hostel fee is optional and not mandatory.
Students may choose to stay in the hostel on campus or arrange their own accommodation.
Fees are refundable as per Amity University's refund policy.
Education loan facility is available through Amity University's tie-ups with leading banks.
Fee increased from Rs. 8.72 Lakhs (2025) to Rs. 10.96 Lakhs (2026) for the full 4-year duration.

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Amity University Mumbai B.Tech Bioinformatics Admission 2026

Admissions 2026 to the B.Tech Bioinformatics programme at Amity University Mumbai are currently open. The university follows a merit-cum-entrance-based admission process where candidates are shortlisted based on their Class XII scores and valid entrance exam scores. Both PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) students are eligible, making this programme accessible to both science streams. The application process is entirely online.

Amity University Mumbai Admission Dates

Event	Dates
Application Window Open	November 2025
Last Date to Apply	March 31, 2026
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	July/August 2026

JEE Main 2026 Dates

Event	Dates
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration	October 31, 2025 - November 27, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam	January 21-28, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result	February 16, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration	February 1, 2026 - February 25, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam	April 2-9, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result	April 20, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: NEET, AMCAT, and State Engineering/Medical Entrance Exam scores are also accepted. JEE Main is not mandatory but beneficial.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed Class XII (10+2) with a minimum 60% aggregate in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB) OR Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
Valid score in JEE Main / NEET / National or State Engineering/Medical Entrance Exam / AMCAT is required.
Students with a minimum 80% aggregate in Class XII are eligible for direct admission without an entrance test.

Admission Process:

Visit the official Amity University Mumbai portal (portal.amity.edu) and register online.
Fill in the application form and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500.
Submit Class XII marksheet / appearing status and valid entrance exam score (JEE Main / NEET / AMCAT / State Entrance Exam).
Shortlisted candidates may be called for a personal interview (PI).
Offer letter is issued to selected candidates.
Pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.
Batch commences in July/August 2026.

Amity University Mumbai B.Tech Bioinformatics Scholarships 2026

Amity University Mumbai offers merit-based on-admission scholarships to deserving students at the time of joining. These scholarships are applicable on the tuition fee for the first year of the programme. From the second year onwards, continuation scholarship rules apply based on academic performance. The scholarships are available to Class XII students of CBSE, ISC, and State Boards (2025/2024/2023 pass-outs). Physical Education, Fine Arts, Performing Arts, Vocational, and non-written subjects are excluded from the aggregate computation for scholarship eligibility.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility Criteria	Benefit
100% Merit Scholarship	Minimum 93% aggregate in Class XII (CBSE/ISC/State Board)	100% waiver on tuition fee for Year 1
50% Merit Scholarship	Minimum 88% aggregate in Class XII (CBSE/ISC/State Board)	50% waiver on tuition fee for Year 1
25% Merit Scholarship	Minimum 75% aggregate in Class XII (CBSE/ISC/State Board)	25% waiver on tuition fee for Year 1
Direct Admission (No Entrance Test)	Minimum 80% aggregate in Class XII	Exemption from entrance test; admission based on Class XII score only

On-admission scholarships are applicable in the 1st year only.
Continuation from 2nd year onwards is subject to academic performance as per Amity University's continuation scholarship policy.
Students may also apply for education loans through Amity University's tie-ups with leading banks.
Government scholarships (state and central) may also be applicable for eligible students.
Students are advised to check with the admissions office for details.

Amity University Mumbai B.Tech Bioinformatics Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#754 out of 762 in India 2025

#23rd in Mumbai

#112 in Maharashtra

Indiatoday Ranking

#91 out of 269 in India 2025

#4th in Mumbai

#13 in Maharashtra

The Week Ranking

#176 out of 286 in India 2025

#5th in Mumbai

#22 in Maharashtra

TOI Ranking

#58 out of 175 in India 2025

#8th in Mumbai

#20 in Maharashtra

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Amity University Mumbai B.Tech Bioinformatics FAQs

Ques. Can PCM students (without Biology) apply for B.Tech Bioinformatics at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. Yes, both PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) and PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) students are eligible for B.Tech Bioinformatics at Amity University Mumbai, provided they have a minimum 60% aggregate in Class XII. This makes the programme accessible to students from both the engineering and medical science streams.

Ques. What is the difference between B.Tech Bioinformatics and B.Tech Biotechnology at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. B.Tech Biotechnology focuses on biological processes, genetic engineering, fermentation technology, and industrial biotechnology. B.Tech Bioinformatics, on the other hand, focuses on the computational and data analysis aspects of biology - including genomics, proteomics, structural biology, and bioinformatics software tools. Bioinformatics graduates tend to work more in data-driven roles in pharma, genomics, and research, while Biotechnology graduates work in lab-based and industrial roles.

Ques. What are the career options after B.Tech Bioinformatics from Amity Mumbai?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Bioinformatics Analysts, Computational Biologists, Genomics Data Scientists, Drug Discovery Researchers, Clinical Data Analysts, and Bioinformatics Software Developers. Key employers include pharmaceutical companies, genomics firms, research institutes (CSIR, ICMR, DBT), hospitals, and IT companies with healthcare divisions. Higher studies options include M.Tech Bioinformatics, M.Sc Bioinformatics, MBA in Biotechnology Management, or research programmes (PhD) in India and abroad.

Ques. Is NEET score accepted for admission to B.Tech Bioinformatics at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. Yes, NEET scores are accepted for admission to B.Tech Bioinformatics at Amity University Mumbai, in addition to JEE Main, AMCAT, and State Entrance Exam scores. This is because the programme is open to PCB students who typically appear for NEET.

Ques. Does Amity Mumbai offer any international exposure for B.Tech Bioinformatics students?

Ans. Yes, B.Tech Bioinformatics students at Amity Mumbai are eligible for Amity's Global Study Program (GSP), which allows them to transfer to a foreign partner university (such as Indiana University Indianapolis, USA) for the final 2 years to earn a foreign degree. Additionally, students can participate in short-term Study Abroad Programs (SAP) and international internship programmes offered by Amity.

Ques. What is the scope of Bioinformatics in India and globally?

Ans. Bioinformatics is one of the fastest-growing fields globally, driven by the explosion of genomic data, personalised medicine, and drug discovery. In India, the government's focus on biotechnology and genomics (including the Genome India Project) is creating significant demand for bioinformatics professionals. Globally, the bioinformatics market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 13% through 2030. Graduates with strong computational biology skills are in high demand at pharmaceutical companies, genomics startups, research institutes, and healthcare IT firms worldwide.