Overview

Biotechnology from Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) aims to exhibit professional and ethical standards, effective communication skills, teamwork spirit, multidisciplinary and transdisciplinary approach for successful careers and to be able to compete globally, function as leaders, as entrepreneurs, and manage information efficiently and to engage in lifelong learning.

Careers

Graduates will have a broad scope in the field of biotechnology. The opportunities are enormous in India and abroad. The field of biotechnology is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years offering opportunities in the field of research, engineering, industry, consultancy, and entrepreneurship.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biophysics

Bioengineering

Nanotechnology

Cancer Biology

Nutraceuticals

Enzyme Engineering

Systems Biology

Signal Transduction and Stem Cell Biology

Bio-ethics and Bio-safety and Bio-business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-07 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

80 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vellore, India

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 37 other Masters in Biotechnology in India

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Aadhaar Card

Copy of Provisional Admission Letter.

4 no’s of recent passport size colour photographs

B.Sc.degree from a recognized university in any branch of Biological Science that includes Botany / Zoology, Microbiology / Biochemistry/Biotechnology / Nutrition (or) Home Science / Agricultural Science /Medicine with an 60% of marks (Inclusive of all subjects)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3450 USD / year

≈ 3450 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1287 USD / year

≈ 1287 USD / year

Additional Details

National: 1,10,000 INR

Funding

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