RIMT University, School of Basic & Applied Sciences Gobindgarh M.Sc Biotechnology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The M.Sc Biotechnology programme at RIMT University covers advanced molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, cell biology, bioprocess technology, and industrial biotechnology across four semesters. Students undertake laboratory practicals and a research dissertation in the final semester, building skills directly applicable to pharmaceutical research, biotech industry roles, and doctoral-level study in the life sciences.

Ans. Graduates can pursue research roles in pharmaceutical companies, biotech start-ups, food and agricultural industries, and government laboratories. Common job profiles include research associate, quality assurance executive, bioprocess technician, and clinical research coordinator. Students who qualify DBT-JRF, CSIR-NET, or GATE can pursue PhD programmes at leading research institutions and universities across India and abroad.

Ans. The total programme fee for M.Sc Biotechnology at RIMT University is INR 1,73,000 for the full 2-year course. Year 1 includes tuition of INR 75,000 and other charges of INR 23,000. Year 2 carries tuition of INR 75,000 with no additional charges. Optional hostel of INR 46,000 per year is billed separately and is not included in this total amount.

Ans. CUET-PG is accepted for admission but is not mandatory. RIMT University also admits students through direct merit-based assessment based on undergraduate performance. Candidates with a B.Sc in Biotechnology or allied sciences and at least 50% marks can apply directly at rimt.ac.in until 31 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates attend counselling and document verification at the SBAS campus in Gobindgarh.

Ans. Yes, RIMT University provides both boys and girls hostel facilities at the Gobindgarh campus. Hostel charges are INR 46,000 per year and are billed separately from the programme fee. The hostel is optional and available to postgraduate students. Students planning to live on campus should register for hostel at the time of admission as availability is limited and allocated on a first-come basis.

Ans. RIMT University offers merit scholarships providing a 10% to 30% tuition fee waiver for students who scored above 60% in their qualifying degree. Punjab government scholarships for SC/BC category students, disability scholarships, and defence ward scholarships are also available. Government scholarships are applied through the NSP portal. The RIMT admissions office provides assistance to eligible students on verifying and completing their scholarship applications.