The Bachelor of Science with Honours in Bioinformatics at Rajagiri College of Management and Applied Sciences (RCMAS), Kakkanad, Kochi, is a three-year programme affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU), Kottayam. It integrates biology, computer science, and statistical analysis to train students in genome data interpretation, protein structure analysis, biological database management, and computational tools used in life science research. Kerala’s expanding biotech and pharmaceutical corridor generates local demand for bioinformatics-skilled graduates, while national research institutions, diagnostic companies, and pharmaceutical firms offer wider career pathways. Students gain hands-on exposure to bioinformatics software platforms, database tools, and sequence analysis pipelines during the practical sessions. The programme prepares students for M.Sc. programmes in bioinformatics, genomics, and computational biology at universities across India, as well as for research-level career opportunities.
Admissions to the 2026-27 batch of B.Sc Hons Bioinformatics are open at Rajagiri RCMAS through the MG University UG CAP at cap.mgu.ac.in; classes commence in August 2026.
Key Points
- Three-year B.Sc {Hons.} programme blending biology, computer science, and data analysis under MG University.
- Curriculum covers genomics, proteomics, sequence analysis, structural bioinformatics, and biological databases.
- Practical laboratory training with bioinformatics software platforms and research-oriented projects.
- Admission through MG University UG CAP; management quota available at Rajagiri RCMAS.
- Graduates pursue M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, Genomics, or Computational Biology at leading research institutions.
Rajagiri RCMAS B.Sc Hons Bioinformatics Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Tuition Fee (Semester 1) | INR 12,600 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 2) | INR 12,600 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 3) | INR 12,600 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 4) | INR 12,600 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 5) | INR 12,600 |
| Tuition Fee (Semester 6) | INR 12,600 |
| Total Fees (3 Years) | INR 75,600 |
- Tuition fee is INR 12,600 per semester for B.Sc Hons Bioinformatics at Rajagiri RCMAS as per the official UG fee structure.
- Fees shown are tuition charges only; MG University examination fees and other statutory charges are payable separately as notified by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- Total tuition fees for the three-year programme amount to INR 75,600.
Rajagiri RCMAS B.Sc Hons Bioinformatics Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| MG University UG CAP Application Opens | May 2026 |
| CAP Application Deadline | June 2026 |
| First Allotment | July 2026 |
| Management Quota Admissions Close | July 31, 2026 |
| Classes Commence | August 2026 |
- Admission to B.Sc {Hons.} programmes is through the Mahatma Gandhi University UG Centralised Allotment Process (CAP); candidates register at cap.mgu.ac.in.
- A Management Quota is available for candidates who miss the CAP merit cutoff; applications are submitted directly to Rajagiri RCMAS at admission@rajagiricollege.edu.in.
- Students appearing in the Plus Two examination in March-May 2026 may apply provisionally.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed Plus Two (or equivalent) with a minimum aggregate of 45 percent marks from a recognised board.
- A background in Biology and Chemistry (PCB or PCMB stream) at the Plus Two level is required or preferred as per Mahatma Gandhi University norms.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates are eligible for relaxation in minimum percentage as per MG University and Kerala Government norms.
Admission Process
- Register at cap.mgu.ac.in for the MG University UG CAP after the Plus Two results are published.
- Enter option preferences listing Rajagiri RCMAS and the desired B.Sc {Hons.} programme within the online CAP portal.
- Wait for the provisional rank list and trial allotment published by the university.
- Accept the allotment online and pay the university fee within the specified window.
- Report to Rajagiri RCMAS in Kakkanad with original documents for verification and enrolment.
Rajagiri RCMAS B.Sc Hons Bioinformatics Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Government Post Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST students from Kerala; applied via National Scholarship Portal |
| SEBC/OBC Scholarship | As per government norms | Socially and Educationally Backward Classes and Other Eligible Communities in Kerala |
| Central Sector Scholarship of Higher Education | INR 10,000 per year (UG) | Top 20 percentile in 12th board; family income below INR 8 Lakhs per annum |
- Government scholarships (Post Matric, SEBC, OBC, Central Sector) are processed through the National Scholarship Portal; students must register separately on NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to annual government notifications; students should apply within the first month of the academic year.
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