The two-year Master of Science in Microbiology at Indian Academy Degree College, Bangalore, provides advanced training in bacteriology, mycology, virology, immunology, environmental microbiology, and industrial microbiology. Affiliated to Bengaluru North University and operating as an autonomous institution, the programme prepares graduates for careers in hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, food industries, and research organisations. Candidates require a relevant life science bachelor’s degree with at least 50 percent aggregate. The total programme fee is ₹2,02,000 over two years.
Admissions to the 2026-27 M.Sc (Microbiology) at Indian Academy Degree College, Bangalore, are processed through direct merit selection based on graduation marks, with the application window expected to open in May 2026 and final admissions completed by August 2026.
Key Points
- Advanced curriculum covering bacteriology, virology, immunology, environmental and industrial microbiology
- Total fee ₹2,02,000 for 2 years; life science bachelor’s degree with 50 percent required
- Graduates eligible for hospital microbiology labs, food testing labs, and PhD programmes
- Autonomous college affiliated to Bengaluru North University; direct merit admission based on graduation marks
IADC Bangalore M.Sc Microbiology Fees
M.Sc Microbiology Fee Structure
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Programme Fee (2 years) | ₹2,02,000 |
| Total Fees (2 years) | ₹2,02,000 |
- The total programme fee for the two-year M.Sc (Microbiology) at IADC Bangalore is ₹2,02,000, payable in instalments as per the college fee schedule.
- University examination fees are payable separately to Bengaluru North University each semester.
- Hostel charges of ₹1,05,000 to ₹1,21,000 per year are optional and not included in the total programme fee above.
IADC Bangalore M.Sc Microbiology Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Window Opens | May 2026 |
| Last Date for Application | July 2026 |
| Selection List Release | July 2026 |
| Document Verification at College | August 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | August 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| Direct Merit Selection (Graduation marks) | As per college schedule | Not applicable | August 2026 |
- M.Sc admissions at IADC Bangalore are conducted through direct merit selection based on the candidate’s aggregate marks in the qualifying bachelor’s degree.
- The college conducts an interview as part of the selection process; shortlisted candidates are notified by the admissions team.
- Admission is subject to the availability of seats and fulfillment of programme-specific eligibility conditions as determined by the college and Bengaluru North University.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in a relevant life science discipline (Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, or equivalent) from a recognised university.
- A minimum aggregate of 50 percent in the qualifying bachelor’s degree is required for general category candidates.
- Karnataka state reserved category candidates (SC/ST/OBC) receive a 5 percent relaxation in the minimum aggregate as per Karnataka government norms.
- Candidates in the final year of the qualifying bachelor’s programme may apply provisionally, subject to producing the final degree certificate at the time of admission.
Admission Process
- Check the official IADC Bangalore website for the postgraduate admission notification and the application window for 2026-27.
- Download or collect the application form, fill in all required details, and submit it with the prescribed application fee and self-attested copies of degree marksheets.
- Attend the interview or counselling session at the college on the scheduled date; shortlisted candidates are informed via phone or email.
- Verify the selection list on the college notice board or website and complete the required document verification at the college office.
- Pay the programme fee at the college counter or through the online payment portal and collect the admission receipt to confirm enrolment for 2026-27.
IADC Bangalore M.Sc Microbiology Scholarships 2026
M.Sc Microbiology Scholarships Available
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| IADC Merit Scholarship | Partial fee waiver | Top-performing candidates in the qualifying bachelor’s degree examination |
| Karnataka Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Up to full tuition reimbursement | SC, ST, and OBC-NCL students domiciled in Karnataka with valid caste certificate |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 per year | Candidates in the top 20 percentile of their graduation board with family income below ₹8 Lakhs |
- Postgraduate scholarship applications are processed through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) or the Karnataka state e-pass portal.
- Candidates must maintain a minimum 75 percent attendance and a satisfactory internal assessment record for scholarship renewal each semester.
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