To be eligible for M.Sc. Microbiology, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or a related discipline

• Minimum 50–55% aggregate marks (varies by institution)

• Reserved category students may get relaxation as per government norms

• Admission may be based on entrance exam or merit depending on the university

• 2 Years

• Divided into 4 Semesters

1. Application Submission (online or offline)

2. Entrance Examination / Merit-Based Selection

3. Counseling or Interview (if applicable)

4. Document Verification

5. Final Admission & Fee Payment

Some universities conduct national or university-level entrance exams, while others offer admission based on graduation marks.

Semester I

• General Microbiology

• Microbial Physiology

• Biostatistics

• Microbial Techniques

Semester II

• Molecular Biology

• Microbial Genetics

• Immunology

• Virology

Semester III

• Medical Microbiology

• Industrial Microbiology

• Environmental Microbiology

• Bioinformatics

Semester IV

• Food & Dairy Microbiology

• Pharmaceutical Microbiology

• Research Methodology

• Project / Dissertation & Viva Voce

Practical laboratory work is included in every semester.

Graduates of M.Sc. Microbiology have wide career options across multiple sectors:

• Microbiologist

• Clinical Research Associate

• Medical Laboratory Technologist

• Quality Control Analyst

• Biotechnologist

• Food Safety Officer

• Pharmaceutical Executive

• Research Scientist

• Environmental Consultant

• Academician / Lecturer (with NET/PhD)

Employment Sectors

• Hospitals & Diagnostic Labs

• Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Companies

• Food & Beverage Industries

• Research Institutes

• Environmental Agencies

• Universities & Colleges