M.Sc. Biotechnology Entrance Examination 2026–27
Department of Biotechnology, The Institute of Science, Mumbai
Dear Candidate,
Greetings from the Department of Biotechnology, The Institute of Science, Mumbai. This is to inform you that the Entrance Examination for admission to the M.Sc. Biotechnology Programme (Academic Year 2026–2027) will be conducted as per the following schedule:
Instructions for Candidates
- 1 Candidates are requested to report at the examination venue at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the examination, i.e., by 11:30 a.m.
- 2 Please bring a printed copy of your online application form.
- 3 Candidates must carry one original valid photo identity proof for verification.
- 4 Entry to the examination hall will not be permitted without valid identification.
- 5 Candidates should carry their own pens and other necessary stationery items.
- 6 Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the examination hall.
- 7 Candidates are expected to maintain discipline and follow all instructions issued by the examination staff.
Accepted Photo Identity Proofs (any one)
- Aadhaar Card
- Student Identity Card
- PAN Card
- Passport
- Driving Licence
- Any Government-approved Photo Identity Card
Examination Pattern
- The question paper will consist of 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
- Candidates are required to answer directly on the question paper.
- For each question, write the correct option (A, B, C, or D) in CAPITAL LETTERS in the space provided against the respective question.
- No separate answer sheet will be provided.
Syllabus for the Examination
Based on the CUET syllabus.
1 Techniques
Principles and applications of chromatography, spectroscopy, microscopy, electrophoresis, centrifugation, blotting, PCR & radioisotope techniques.
2 Chromatin structure and function
Organization of chromosomes in prokaryotes and eukaryotes, chromatin types, centromere, Telomere, and concept of gene.
3 Biochemistry
Structure and functions of proteins, DNA, carbohydrates, lipids & vitamins. Bioenergetics, Glycolysis, TCA cycle, Electron Transport System and ATP synthesis, oxidation and synthesis of fatty acid, membrane structure and function.
4 Biotechnology
Recombinant DNA technology, principles of gene cloning, applications of biotechnology in medicine, industry and agriculture, animal & plant cell culture, environmental biotechnology.
5 Microbiology
Diversity of microbes, bacterial reproduction, antimicrobial agents, significance of microbes in the industry and agriculture, antigen, antibody, complement systems, immunity, vaccines, plant virus, animal virus, and environmental microbiology.
6 Molecular Genetics
Principles of inheritance, linkage & crossing over, chromosomal aberrations, extrachromosomal inheritance, replication, transcription, translation, DNA repair and population genetics.
7 Plant Sciences
Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms, Angiosperms, Vascular system in plants, Economic importance of plants, Photosynthesis, Photoperiodism, Vernalization, and Biogeochemical cycle.
8 Animal Sciences
Characteristics of invertebrates and vertebrates, anatomy and physiology of different systems in humans, nerve impulse transmission, endocrinology, human diseases, Apoptosis and cancer, inherited diseases, animal cell culture.
We wish you success in the entrance examination and look forward to your participation.
Regards,
Department of Biotechnology
The Institute of Science, Mumbai
Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, Mumbai