St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) Mangalore B.Sc Microbiology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. B.Sc Microbiology at St Aloysius is offered in two subject combinations: Microbiology with Chemistry and Food Science, and Microbiology with Chemistry and Zoology. Students must indicate their preferred combination while applying. The Food Science combination is popular among students targeting careers in food quality, food safety, and nutrition, while the Zoology combination suits those leaning toward medical microbiology.

Ans. SAU-ET is a one-hour online test with 50 multiple-choice questions on General Knowledge, Aptitude, and English. After online registration, students are allotted a test date on a rolling basis. Candidates who clear the SAU-ET are called for a personal in-person interview at the Mangalore campus, which must be attended with a parent or guardian and original Class 12 documents.

Ans. B.Sc Microbiology graduates can enter roles in hospital diagnostic laboratories, food quality testing, pharmaceutical quality control, and environmental monitoring. Many graduates pursue M.Sc Microbiology or M.Sc Biotechnology for advanced specialization. Government research examinations such as CSIR-NET Life Sciences and GATE Biotechnology are also common paths after graduation. Food Science combination students often enter the food processing and nutrition sectors.

Ans. Yes, Biology and Chemistry are required subjects in Class 12 for applicants seeking admission to B.Sc Microbiology at St Aloysius. Candidates from the PCB stream in Class 12 are the primary applicant group for this program. A minimum of 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination is also required for general category students.

Ans. Karnataka students pay an annual fee of INR 46,000, bringing the total 3-year fee to INR 1,38,000. Non-Karnataka students pay INR 56,000 per year, totaling INR 1,68,000 for the full program. Hostel charges of INR 75,000 per year are optional and charged separately. Fees are as per the 2026-27 official UG fee circular.

Ans. Yes, St Aloysius provides optional hostel facilities for undergraduate students, with separate accommodations for male and female students. Annual hostel charges of INR 75,000 cover room rent, meals, water, electricity, and maintenance. Hostel fees are separate from the academic fee and are confirmed at the time of joining. Students should contact the hostel office well before the academic year starts to check availability.