The M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering at Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT), Bangalore, Karnataka, is a two-year full-time postgraduate engineering programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. The curriculum covers bioprocess engineering, enzyme technology, bioreactor design, metabolic engineering, downstream processing, and industrial biotechnology, spanning four semesters with a dissertation in the final year. Sir MVIT holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and ranks 267 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering at Sir MVIT Bangalore for 2026-27 are through GATE, Karnataka PGCET, and management quota; apply at sirmvit.edu.
Key Points
- Sir MVIT M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering is a VTU-affiliated, AICTE-approved two-year postgraduate programme spanning four semesters in Bangalore.
- Covers bioprocess engineering and allied engineering disciplines with a final-semester research dissertation.
- Total fees: INR 1,51,000 for the two-year programme; admission primarily through GATE and Karnataka PGCET.
- Eligibility: BE/B.Tech in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or an allied branch with minimum 50 percent marks.
- Graduates can work as bioprocess engineer, research scientist, quality control manager, and related roles.
Sir MVIT Bangalore M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 75,500 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 1,51,000 |
- Total fee: INR 1,51,000 for 2 years (2025-26 norms).
- Management quota fees may differ; verify at sirmvit.edu.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate.
Sir MVIT Bangalore M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| K. PGCET 2026 Registration End | April 8, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 Exam | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 |
| K. PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
| KEA PG Engineering Counselling | After K. PGCET result; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Sir MVIT Management Quota Applications | After KEA counselling rounds; apply at sirmvit.edu |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| K. PGCET 2026 | April 8, 2026 | M.E./M.Tech/M.Arch: May 23, 2026MBA/MCA: June 14, 2026 | July 8, 2026 (Tentative) |
- PGCET quota: visit kea.kar.nic.in for PG counselling.
- GATE qualified: preferred for PGCET quota and VTU scholarships.
- Management quota: contact Sir MVIT PG department at sirmvit.edu.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a BE/B.Tech degree in BE/B.Tech in Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or an allied branch from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks (45 percent for Karnataka SC/ST/Category-1 candidates). A valid GATE score or a rank in Karnataka PGCET (K. PGCET) is required for government quota seats.
- Candidates with a valid GATE score in the relevant paper are preferred for PGCET quota seats and may be eligible for scholarship under VTU norms.
- Management quota applicants must meet Sir MVIT eligibility criteria; contact sirmvit.edu for details.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GATE score or qualify Karnataka PGCET (K. PGCET) conducted by KEA; check kea.kar.nic.in for 2026 schedules.
- Register at kea.kar.nic.in for KEA PG Engineering Counselling (PGCET quota); select Sir MVIT Bangalore and the relevant M.Tech specialisation in your preference list.
- Upon seat allotment, report to Sir MVIT with BE/B.Tech mark sheets, degree certificate, GATE/PGCET scorecard, and KEA allotment letter.
- For management quota, apply directly at sirmvit.edu after government counselling rounds are complete.
✓ Opt for this if
- Mechanical/chemical engineers targeting biotech R&D careers
- Graduates seeking VTU-affiliated M.Tech in Bangalore at low cost
- Karnataka PGCET candidates with BE in Biotechnology or Chemical
- Students interested in pharmaceutical and bioprocess industry roles
- Working professionals in biotech seeking structured PG credential
✗ Skip if
- Candidates needing IIT/NIT brand for high-end research placements
- Students targeting pure software or IT careers after PG
- Non-Karnataka candidates without GATE score for limited quota
- Those seeking MBA or management roles after postgraduate study
Sir MVIT Bangalore M.Tech Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE-qualified Merit Scholarship | As per UGC/VTU norms | GATE-qualified candidates admitted through PGCET; contact Sir MVIT PG office |
| Karnataka Government ePass Scholarship | Up to INR 30,000 per year | SC/ST/OBC/EWS Karnataka domicile; apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | As per scheme norms | Merit-based; apply at scholarships.gov.in after joining |
- GATE-qualified students: check VTU and AICTE scholarship norms on admission.
- Karnataka ePass (SC/ST/OBC/EWS): apply at karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- Education loans available; contact Sir MVIT student services.
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