Presidency College M.Sc Applied Microbiology FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Applied Microbiology at Presidency College Chennai?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc Applied Microbiology programme at Presidency College Chennai is INR 1,845, payable at INR 922 in Year 1 and INR 923 in Year 2. This makes the programme one of the most affordable M.Sc options in the life sciences in Tamil Nadu. Eligible women students receive a full fee waiver under the Tamil Nadu Government Free Education Scheme.
Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Applied Microbiology at Presidency College?
Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Botany, or a related life science discipline from a recognised university. Admission is merit-based on the aggregate percentage obtained in the qualifying degree through the TNGASA PG portal. Students with allied biological science backgrounds may also be considered subject to seat availability.
Ques. How does the M.Sc Applied Microbiology admission process at Presidency College work?
Ans. Admission is through the TNGASA PG portal at pg.tngasa.in. Registration opened on 19 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 31 July 2026. A merit list based on B.Sc aggregate marks will be released in August 2026. Candidates exercise online preferences for college and course. Provisional allotment follows based on merit rank, category, and choices submitted on the portal.
Ques. How many seats are available in M.Sc Applied Microbiology at Presidency College?
Ans. The M.Sc Applied Microbiology programme at Presidency College Chennai has 14 seats in Shift I (morning) for the 2026-27 academic year. Competition for seats is based on B.Sc aggregate percentage through the TNGASA PG merit list. Reservation norms as per Tamil Nadu government policy apply to seat allocation across categories.
Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Applied Microbiology from Presidency College?
Ans. Graduates of M.Sc Applied Microbiology from Presidency College can pursue Ph.D. programmes in microbiology, biotechnology, or related fields. Career options include roles as microbiologists in pharmaceutical companies, food and beverage quality control laboratories, clinical diagnostic labs, and environmental monitoring agencies. Candidates can also appear for CSIR NET and ICAR NET examinations for research fellowship or teaching positions.
Ques. Are scholarships available for M.Sc Applied Microbiology students at Presidency College?
Ans. Yes, eligible students can avail multiple scholarships. Women students in Tamil Nadu government colleges receive a full fee waiver. BC, MBC, and EBC students can apply for post-matric scholarships covering tuition fees and maintenance allowance. SC and ST students can avail the SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship. The Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship is available for EBC students with family income below INR 1 Lakh per annum. All applications are through the Tamil Nadu e-Scholarship portal.
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