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B.Sc. (Hons.) / (Hons. with Research) in Microbiology

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    B.Sc. (Hons.) / (Hons. with Research) in Microbiology

    The B.Sc. (Hons) Microbiology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of microbiology, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to excel in various sectors of microbiology and related industries. The program’s primary objectives are as follows:

    • To impart foundational and advanced knowledge in microbiology, covering areas such as general, clinical, food, industrial, and environmental microbiology.
    • To develop students’ proficiency in laboratory techniques for microbial analysis, biochemical testing, and bio-product development, ensuring competence in real-world applications across healthcare, agriculture, and industry.
    • To cultivate analytical and critical thinking skills necessary for identifying microbiological problems and designing sustainable, evidence-based solutions using principles from bioinformatics, statistics, and natural sciences.
    • To train students in the use of modern tools and technologies, including bioinformatics and modeling software, for microbial analysis and prediction of biological phenomena.
    • To foster effective communication and teamwork abilities, enabling students to present scientific data clearly through reports, presentations, and discussions, while also collaborating efficiently in multidisciplinary teams.
    • To encourage ethical scientific conduct and instill a strong sense of professional responsibility, safety, and societal awareness in microbiological practice.
    • To engage students in independent and collaborative research, including capstone projects and industrial training, preparing them for innovation and advanced studies in microbiology and biotechnology.
    • To promote lifelong learning and adaptability, equipping students to continuously upgrade their knowledge and skills in response to evolving scientific and environmental challenges.
    • To inspire innovation in microbial technology, especially in the development of bioproducts such as probiotics, microbial inoculants, and bioactive compounds, contributing to health, agriculture, and environmental sectors.
    • To emphasize environmental sustainability, enabling students to assess and mitigate pollution-related challenges through microbiological solutions aligned with global sustainable development goals.

    By achieving these objectives, the B.Sc (Hons) Microbiology program aims to produce well-rounded graduates who can contribute significantly to the advancement of Microbiology, address global challenges, and excel in various roles within the Microbiology sector, academia, or other related fields.

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    Eligibility Criteria

    10+2 passed with a minimum 55% in any 3 science subjects.

    Top Recruiters, Highest Salary

    13 Companies

    Campus Recruitment for Biotechnology

    100 %

    Placement Assistance and Engagement

    2.40 Lakhs / Annum

    Average Salary Received

    3.84 Lakhs / Annum

    Highest Salary Received

    100 %

    Internship

    12 Companies

    Offered for Internship

    Curriculum / Syllabus

    • SEMESTER 1
    • SEMESTER 2
    • SEMESTER 3
    • SEMESTER 4
    • SEMESTER 5
    • SEMESTER 6
    • SEMESTER 7
    • SEMESTER 8 (WITH RESEARCH)
    • SEMESTER 8 (WITHOUT RESEARCH)

    1st Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Biochemistry MBL20101MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Biochemistry Lab MBP20101MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Introduction to Microbiology and Microbial Diversity MBL20102MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    4 Introduction to Microbiology and Microbial Diversity Lab MBP20102MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Chemistry 1 MBL20101MN 4 60 4 0 0
    6 Chemistry 1 Lab MBP20101MN 2 60 0 0 4
    7 English Language and Soft Skills 1 Theory TNUL10101AE 1 15 1 0 0
    8 English Language and Soft Skills 1 Lab TNUP10101AE 2 60 0 0 4
    9 Biosafety and Laboratory Ethics MBL20101SE 2 30 2 0 0
    10 Multidisciplinary Elective – 2 30 2 0 0
    11 Constitution of India VA-TNUOL001 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 27 525 19 0 16

    1st Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Microbial Growth and physiology MBL20201MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Microbial Growth and physiology Lab MBP20201MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Metabolism and bioenergetics MBL20202MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    4 Metabolism and bioenergetics Lab MBP20202MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Biotechnology for human welfare MBL20201MN 4 60 4 0 0
    6 English language and soft skills 2 Theory TNUL10201AE 1 15 1 0 0
    7 English language and soft skills 2 Lab TNUP10201AE 2 60 0 0 4
    8 Multidisciplinary Elective 2 30 2 0 0
    9 Microbial entrepreneurship MBL20201SE 1 15 1 0 0
    TOTAL 22 420 16 0 12

    2nd Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Cell Biology MBL20301MJ 3 45 3 0 0
    2 Cell Biology lab MBP20301MJ 1.5 45 0 0 3
    3 Environmental Microbiology MBL20302MJ 3 45 3 0 0
    4 Environmental Microbiology lab MBP20302MJ 1.5 45 0 0 3
    5 Chemistry 2 MBL30301MN 4 60 4 0 0
    6 Chemistry 2 lab MBP30301MN 2 60 0 0 4
    7 Multidisciplinary Elective 2 30 2 0 0
    8 English Language and Soft Skill 3 Theory TNUL10301AE 1 15 1 0 0
    9 English Language and Soft Skill 3 Lab TNUP10301AE 1 30 0 0 2
    10 Gender Sensitization VA-TNUOL002 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 21 405 15 0 12

    2nd Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Microbial Genetics MBL20401MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Microbial Genetics Lab MBP20401MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Molecular Biology MBL20402MJ 3 45 3 0 0
    4 Molecular Biology Lab MBP20402MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Microbial Biotechnology MBL20401MN 2 30 2 0 0
    6 Microbial Biotechnology Lab MBP20401MN 2 60 0 0 4
    7 Multidisciplinary Elective 2 30 2 0 0
    8 AI/ML Application in Microbiology MBL20401SE 2 30 2 0 0
    10 English Language and Soft Skill 4 Theory TNUL10401AE 1 15 1 0 0
    11 English Language and Soft Skill 4 Lab TNUP10401AE 1 30 0 0 2
    TOTAL 21 420 14 0 14

    3rd Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Recombinant DNA Technology MBL20501MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Recombinant DNA technology Lab MBP20501MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Immunology MBL20502MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    4 Immunology Lab MBP20502MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Research Methodology MBL20501MN 3 45 3 0 0
    6 Multidisciplinary Elective 2 30 2 0 0
    7 English language and soft skill 5 Theory TNUL10501AE 1 15 1 0 0
    8 English language and soft skill 5 Lab TNUP10501AE 1 30 0 0 2
    9 Biostatistics MBL20501SE 2 30 2 0 0
    9 Critical Thinking & Logical Reasoning 1 VA-TNUOL003 2 30 2 0 0
    10 Training Program MBI20501SI 4 – – – 8
    TOTAL 27 420 18 0 18

    3rd Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Genomics and Proteomics MBL20601MJ 3 45 3 0 0
    2 Genomics and Proteomics lab MBP20601MJ 1.5 45 0 0 3
    3 Medical Microbiology MBL20602MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    4 Medical Microbiology lab MBP20602MJ 1.5 45 0 0 3
    5 Bioprocess Technology MBL20601MN 2 30 2 0 0
    6 Bioprocess Technology lab MBP20601MN 2 60 0 0 4
    7 Multidisciplinary Elective 2 30 2 0 0
    8 Bioinformatics MBL20601SE 2 30 2 0 0
    10 English Language and Soft Skill 6 TNUL10601AE 1 15 1 0 0
    11 English Language and Soft Skill 6 Lab TNUP10601AE 1 30 0 0 2
    12 Critical Thinking & Logical Reasoning 2 VA-TNUEL003 2 30 2 0 0
    TOTAL 22 420 16 0 12

    4th Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Food Microbiology MBL20701MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    2 Food Microbiology lab MBP20701MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Advanced microbiology MBL20702MJ 4 60 4 0 0
    4 Advanced microbiology lab MBP20702MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Biochemical and Biophysical techniques MBL20701M N 3 45 3 0 0
    6 Biochemical and Biophysical techniques lab MBP20701M N 2 60 0 0 4
    TOTAL 17 345 11 0 12

    4th Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Research Project MBD30801RP 12 360 0 0 24
    2 Grand viva MBS30801GV 2 0 0 0
    TOTAL 14 360 0 0 24

    4th Year

    SL. NO. COURSE NAME CODE CREDIT HOURS L T P
    1 Introduction to Cell and Tissue Culture MBL20801MJ 2 30 2 0 0
    2 Introduction to Cell and Tissue Culture Lab MBP20801MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    3 Microbial Ecology MBL20802MJ 2 30 2 0 0
    4 Microbial Ecology Lab MBP20802MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    5 Forensic Biology MBL20803MJ 2 30 2 0 0
    6 Forensic Biology Lab MBP20803MJ 2 60 0 0 4
    7 Grand viva MBS30801GV 2 – – – –
    TOTAL 14 270 6 0 12

    Program Educational Objective

    Upon successful completion of the B.Sc. (Hons) Microbiology program, graduates will be expected to demonstrate a range of knowledge, skills, and attributes. The program outcomes for this degree encompass the following areas:

    PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (PO):

     

    PO1: SCIENTIFIC AND PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE: Analyze microorganisms from diverse origins using established scientific procedures and hands-on techniques.

    PO2: PROBLEM ANALYSIS AND DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS: Critically evaluate existing research, then identify and frame complex real-life challenges. Apply foundational knowledge from statistics, natural sciences, and bioinformatics to analyze these problems and derive evidence-based conclusions with proper english communication skill. Subsequently, design and implement solutions that not only meet specific requirements but also uphold public health, safety, and broader cultural, social, and environmental well-being.

    PO3: MODERN TOOL USAGE: Effectively utilize modern analytical tools, including bioinformatics software for predicting and modeling, to tackle complex biomolecular challenges.

    PO4: THE MICROBIOLOGICAL PROFESSION, COMMUNICATION AND SOCIETY: Apply contextual knowledge to assess the societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural implications of microbial activities, and understand professional responsibilities. Learn to communicate effectively about complex microbiology to diverse audiences, including fluent in english with strong communication ability, writing clear reports, giving impactful presentations, and providing and following precise instructions

    PO5: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY: Analyze the broad impact of environmental pollution and its potential solutions, recognizing their relevance to both society and the environment, and articulate the fundamental need for sustainable development

    PO6: PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND TEAM WORK: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding fundamental microbiological principles and apply them effectively to tasks, project management, and collaborative efforts. Excel independently, as part of a team, or in a leadership role within various scientific disciplines with excellent command in communication.

    PO7: ETHICS AND LIFE-LONG LEARNING: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the microbiological practice Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of changing environment. These program outcomes collectively ensure that graduates of the B.Sc (Hons) Microbiology program are well-rounded professionals who are ready to contribute to the scientific community, the microbiology industry, and society at large. They will possess the knowledge, skills, and ethical framework needed to navigate the dynamic and challenging field of microbiology.

    Microbiology encompasses a remarkable realm of microscopic life forms that are invisible to the unaided eye.

    • They are also the most ancient inhabitants of our planet. Through their metabolic activities, these microscopic organisms have been shaping both the Earth and human civilization for millennia.
    • The study of Microbiology opens the door to this captivating world, rich with endless opportunities for learning and discovery. A student of microbiology can explore a diverse range of career options across various sectors.

    Microbiology encompasses a remarkable realm of microscopic life forms that are invisible to the unaided eye.

    • They are also the most ancient inhabitants of our planet. Through their metabolic activities, these microscopic organisms have been shaping both the Earth and human civilization for millennia.
    • The study of Microbiology opens the door to this captivating world, rich with endless opportunities for learning and discovery. A student of microbiology can explore a diverse range of career options across various sectors.
    • The Department of Biotechnology offers B Sc (Hons) in Microbiology by adhering to and in compliance with the NEP 2020 guidelines of 2020.
    • The course is designed to provide a strong foundational basis and profound understanding of Microbiology to students that will give them the impetus to have a successful career in modern life science.

    Fee Structure

    Courses Offered Fee Per Semester (A) (Rs.) One Time Fee (B) (Rs.) 1st Semester Fee (A+B) (Rs.) No. of Semester Total Course Fee (Rs.) 7th & 8th Semester – Exam Fee for OJT/RW (Rs.)
    B.Sc. (Hons.) / (Hons. with Research) in Microbiology 52,500 29,000 81,500 8 4,49,000 –

    Modes of Payment

    ‘The Neotia University’

    Bank of Baroda
    A/C No. 6595020000033
    IFSC Code : BARB0VJOKOL
    Branch : SME Branch, Kolkata-700001

    Students can make the payment of Fee by following modes

    • 1. Demand Draft in the name of
      The Neotia University
    • 2. Cheque in the name of
      The Neotia University
    • 3. Online Payment of
      The Neotia University website

    Scholarships

    Scholarship / Sponsorship Criteria for India, Nepal, Bhutan & Bangladesh Students Admission
    for the Session 2026-27 at THE NEOTIA UNIVERSITY (TNU), W.B. for UG and Lateral Entry Courses
    SL NO. TYPE OF SCHOLARSHIP CLASS XII % or Equivalent % TERMS AND CONDITIONS PERCENTAGE (%) OF SCHOLARSHIP ON TUITION FEE
    1 CHANCELLOR’S SCHOLARSHIP – i) Yearly Family income should be less than 2.5 Lakhs
    ii) Interview and document verification will be done by an empowered committee    		 50% TO 100%
    2 GRAMOTTHAN SCHOLARSHIP
    (Students from Gram Panchayat area of South 24 Parganas)    		 >= 65% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    3 SPECIAL HILL STUDENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP
    [Students from GTA Area (W.B), North-East States, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Nepal & Bhutan]    		 >= 65% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    4 SAHODARYA SCHOLARSHIP
    (Siblings of all students – present or passed out)    		 >= 60% ANY 25%
    5 MERE APNE SCHOLARSHIP
    (For Ambuja Neotia Group employees – in memory of Late Vinod Kumar Neotia)    		 >= 60% Yearly Family Income less than 5.0 Lakhs** 25%
    6 SPORTS SCHOLARSHIP >= 60% STATE / NATIONAL LEVEL PARTICIPANT / CHAMPION 25%
    7 CULTURAL SCHOLARSHIP >= 60% STATE / NATIONAL LEVEL PARTICIPANT / CHAMPION 25%

    Residential Facilities

    The University is equipped with avant-garde Infrastructure. We offer a rather impressive array of facilities viz smart classrooms, modern laboratories, conference and seminar halls, Wi-Fi enabled campus, a high-tech Learning Resource Centre, state-of-the-art IT Centre, clean and airy student residences, mess serving wholesome meals, indoor and outdoor sport facilities including a plush new gymnasium with latest equipments. Campus Banking Facilities, Doctor-on-call and Hospital Linkages are also available to enhance the student’s convenience.

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    How to Apply

    Step 1

    Sign up /Fill up the Application Form

    Step 2

    Appear for Admission Entrance Test

    Step 3

    Test Results

    Step 4

    Provisional Admission

    Step 5

    Final Admission

    Step 1:

    Sign up /Fill up the Application Form

    The student must first complete the Registration/Enquiry Form via the TNU website (www.tnu.in) or any other online platform that provides access to the TNU Registration/Enquiry link. Upon submitting the Registration Form, the student will receive a link via email, SMS, or WhatsApp to complete the Application Form. The Admission Counsellor at TNU will assist in filling out the form. Upon submission, a unique application number will be assigned to the student.

    Step 2:

    Appear for Admission Entrance Test

    All undergraduate course applicants are required to take an admission entrance examination. Once the Application Form is submitted, the Admission Test option will become available on the Student Dashboard. By selecting this link, students can complete the test at their convenience from any location. Students applying for lateral entry into postgraduate courses are exempt from this test. A distinct admission test will be organized for PhD candidates.

    Step 3:

    Test Results

    Within 24 hrs. of Admisison Test, the test results will be available at student’s Dashboard. 40% is the qualifying marks for the test.

    Step 4:

    Provisional Admission

    Following the submission of the Application Form, if the student successfully passes the entrance examination, they may secure provisional admission in their chosen and available course by remitting a fee of Rs.10,000/-. The payment procedure and link are provided above. Upon completion of the payment via TNU’s Payment Gateway, a receipt will be generated and can be accessed on the student’s Dashboard.

    Step 5:

    Final Admission

    After students receive their H.S (10+2) marks and meet TNU’s eligibility requirements for a specific course, they may secure final admission by remitting the outstanding balance of the first semester fee. Once the final admission fee is paid, a UID number will be generated for the student, allowing them to attend classes. The provisional start date for classes is set for August 1, 2025.

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    Important Dates

    Online Registration Starts From Started from January 2026
    Provisional Admission Started from January 2026
    Entrance Examination Date March 2026 to July 2026
    Declare of Test Results Within 24 hours of appearing the test
    Last date of Admission *The final date for Admissions will be as per UGC Guidelines.

    FAQs

    What is the qualifying criteria to take admission?

    10+2 passed with a minimum 55% in any 3 science subjects.

    Yes, TNU has its own entrance test.

    ₹52,500 / semester and ₹29000 is one time admission fee payable at first semester.

    No, TNU does not have any management quota.

    Yes, TNU has the UGC approval.

    There are 10 faculties in our department.

    Yes, TNU has its own 7 scholarships.

    You have to go to TNU website, you will get the option admission, then you will have to fill up the basic Name, mobile number and Mail id, then Log In link will create which will sent to Email id and Counsellor from TNU will call you to guide.

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