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BSc (Honours) Biotechnology

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Biotechnology
Three-Year Honours Programme

Biology applied — medicine, agriculture, environment, industry

BSc Biotechnology at SGGS is offered under Panjab University's NEP Curriculum as BSc Biotechnology (3 Years), BSc Biotechnology Honours (4 Years) and BSc Biotechnology Honours with Research (4 Years) — exploring the application of biological systems and organisms to create products and processes that benefit humanity across medicine, agriculture, environmental science and industry.

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At a Glance

Course details

Courses Offered Duration Seats Eligibility
BSc Biotechnology I 3 - Year (NEP) 30 A candidate must have passed 10+2 examinations with a minimum of 50% marks (PCM / PCB) in Science group from any board recognised by PU Chandigarh.
BSc Biotechnology II / III 3 - Year (NEP) — A student who has passed BSc Biotechnology I / II from PU Chandigarh or from any other University recognised by PU with same subjects / scheme of the prescribed course or shall have to pass the deficient subjects, subject to the availability of seats.
BSc Biotechnology Honours (4 Years) & BSc Biotechnology Honours with Research (4 Years) 4 - Year — Note: 4th Year of all Courses — Honours & Honours with Research will be subject to approval by Panjab University.
Looking for the general BSc with Biotechnology as a Minor? The multidisciplinary 3-year BSc track (35% aggregate; Biotechnology can be taken as a Minor only) is listed under BSc.

3 Years

Six-semester programme; optional Year 4 for Honours / Honours with Research, subject to PU approval.

Professional

Listed under Professional Undergraduate Degree Programmes by PU.

Lab-Driven

Substantial hands-on laboratory training across semesters.

Internship

Internship in approved organisations to enhance employability and research aptitude.

Programme Overview

From DNA to bioprocess

The curriculum combines rigorous coursework across cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, genetic engineering, immunology, plant tissue culture and bioprocess engineering with extensive laboratory training. From Semester III onwards, students take up to six DSCs covering specialised topics including bioinformatics, biosafety & bioethics, animal cell culture, enzymology, AI in biological and clinical data analysis, and IPR — building a strong foundation for research or industry careers.

Indicative — The subject areas below reflect the broad shape of the programme. The tables are subject to change, as the latest syllabus for the academic year 2026–27 has not yet been released by Panjab University. For the current semester-wise syllabus, please consult the latest Prospectus or Panjab University's official BSc Biotechnology syllabus.

Compulsory Subjects

Discipline Specific Courses (DSC) — BSc Biotechnology

DSC Sem I Sem II Sem III Sem IV Sem V Sem VI
DSC-1 Introduction to Biotechnology Cell Biology Biochemical & Biophysical Techniques Genetic Engineering Plant Biotechnology AI in Biological and Clinical Data Analysis
DSC-2 Basic Microbiology Microbial Physiology Genetics Environment Biotechnology Animal Cell Culture Animal Biotechnology
DSC-3 Fundamentals of Bioinformatics I Fundamentals of Bioinformatics II Microbial Genetics & Molecular Biology Biosafety & Bioethics Enzymology Bioprocess Engineering & Technology
DSC-4 — — Bacteriology & Virology Plant Tissue Culture Basics of Bioinformatics Intellectual Property Rights
DSC-5 — — — Immunology Advances in Immunology Genomics & Proteomics
DSC-6 — — — — — Agro, Food & Fermentation Technology  or  Food Microbiology

MDC / IDC (3 credit)

Chemistry: Basic Analytical Methods I (Sem I); Basic Analytical Methods II (Sem II); Colours and Dyes (Sem III).

SEC (3 credit)

Selected from the BSc Biotechnology SEC pool, including Laboratory Biorisk Management, Biostatistics and Molecular Diagnostics.

VAC (2 credit)

Drawn from the BSc VAC pool — e.g. Environment Science; Biodiversity & Conservation; Vaccines & Vaccination; Ethics of AI; Blockchain Technology.

In the Lab

Laboratory Experience

The department maintains a well-equipped laboratory with facilities for basic molecular biology, microbial culture, and bioinformatics exercises. Students complete a substantial project or dissertation in their final year.
Eligibility & Career

Pathways for biotechnology graduates

Duration & Eligibility

Duration: Three years (six semesters); optional Year 4 for Honours and Honours with Research, subject to PU approval.

Seats: 30.

Eligibility: 10+2 with minimum 50% marks (PCM / PCB) in Science group from any board recognised by PU Chandigarh.

Career Opportunities

Graduates pursue MSc or MTech in biotechnology, careers in pharmaceutical and biotech companies, research institutions, clinical research organisations, and allied fields such as food technology, environmental science and agricultural biotechnology.