BSc Biotechnology Colleges in Bangalore

BSc Biotechnology (Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology)
The course emphasizes on the application of cellular and bio-molecular processes to develop products that help to improve and simplify our lives. It is an interdisciplinary science and involves concepts and theories related to engineering, medicine, biology, chemistry, and technology.  It covers topics animal biotechnology, fermentation technology, bioinformatics, spoilage of food, and preservation. Candidates will have diverse knowledge about the multiple applications of various products to simplify life, improve standard of living, and protect the environment after successful completion of the course. Skills like management, planning, critical thinking, logical reasoning, and entrepreneurship are enhanced through this course to provide a deep understanding of the various uses of biological products in medical devices, diagnostics, resilient crops, biofuels, biomaterials, and pollution control.

List of Top BSc Biochemistry Colleges in Bangalore

Jyoti Nivas College (JNC)
Kristu Jayanti College
Jain University
Dayananda Sagar University (DSU)
Padmashree Institute of Management and Sciences

Major Programmes

NOTE: This is a triple combination degree and cannot be pursued individually. 

If candidates want to specialize in any one of the three subjects offered, we recommend that they take up an Honors degree in the subject of their choice.  

Course: All Courses

Course 1: Bsc - Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

Course 2: BSc - Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics

Course 3: Bsc - Microbiology, Genetics and Biochemistry

Course 4: Bsc - Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

Course 5: Bsc - Computer Science, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

BSc Biochemistry course details

Duration 3 years 
Level Bachelor Programme
Mode of Admission Merit /Management
Fee Detail Merit Quota Seats :- Rs.30,000 to Rs.60,000
Management Quota Seats :- Rs.75,000 to Rs.1,00,000
Admission Process

Merit- College will be inviting the Application, Interested candidates can apply once the applications are open.
Management- Students looking for Management seats can go for Direct Admission.

Syllabus of BSc Biochemistry

Year Semester Subject Theory
Year I Semester I
  • Biochemistry – I
    • Measurement
    • Atomic structure
    • Chemical bonding
    • Nuclear chemistry and Radioactivity
    • Solutions and Colligative properties
    • Electrochemistry
    • Acids,Bases and Buffers
    • Liquids
  • Biochemistry Practical - I
Semester II
  • Biochemistry – II
    • Solids
    • Phase Rule
    • Chemical Equilibrium
    • Reaction Kinetics
    • Introduction to organic chemistry
    • Hydrocarbons
    • Cycloalkanes
    • Arenes
    • Alkylhalides and organometallic reactions
    • Alcohols
    • Phenols
    • Carbonyl compounds
  • Biochemistry Practical- II
Year II Semester III
  • Biochemistry –III
    • Bio-inorganic and Environmental Chemistry
    • Environmental Toxicology
    • Carboxylic Acids
    • Amines
    • Terpenes
    • Heterocyclic Compounds
    • Drugs
    • Colloids
    • Photochemistry
    • Stereochemistry
  • Biochemistry Practical- III 
Semester IV
  • Biochemistry – IV
    • Tissues
    • Blood and Body fluids
    • Respiratory system
    • Digestive system
    • Excretory system:
    • Endocrinology
    • Cardiovascular system
    • Muscular system
  • Biochemistry Practical- IV
Year III Semester V
  • Biochemistry - V
    • Carbohydrates
    • Lipids
    • Proteins
    • Bioenergetics and Biological Oxidation
  • Biochemistry - VI
    • Enzymes
    • Nucleic acids:
    • Genetic material
    • Mutation
    • Transcription
    • Translation
  • Biochemistry Practical- V
  • Biochemistry Practical-VI
Semester VI
  • Biochemistry-VII
    • Introduction to metabolism and Carbohydrate metabolism
    • Lipid metabolism
    • Nucleic acid metabolism
    • Photosynthesis
    • Biological Nitrogen Fixation
  • Biochemistry -VIII
    • Industrial Microbiology
    • Molecular and Immunological techniques
    • Immunology
    • Recombinant DNA Technology and Genetic Engineering
  • Biochemistry Practical-VII
  • Biochemistry Practical-VIII

Placements of BSc Biochemistry

Career opportunities are available in government and private pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, biotechnology, and research organizations companies. Potential career roles:

  • Lab Technician
  • Marketing Manager
  • Medical Representative
  • Quality Control Officer
  • Research Associate
  • Research Scientist
  • Industrial Engineer
  • Environmental or Safety Specialist
  • Teacher/Lecturer
  • Medical Device Manufacturer
  • Research Biochemist
  • Regulatory Associate

Top Recruiters for BSc Biochemistry students

Popular Recruiters:

  • School
  • College/Institution
  • Dr. Reddy Laboratory (DRL)
  • Ranbaxy Laboratories
  • Wockhardt Limited
  • Abbott Laboratories
  • Baxter
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb
  • Johnson and Johnson
  • Merck
  • Biocon
  • Bioceramics Limited
  • Invitrogen
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Reliance Life Sciences
  • Cipla
  • Jubilant Life Sciences
  • Torrent Pharma
  • Cadila Healthcare
  • Pfizer

FAQ's for BSc Biochemistry Admissions

  • Which are the best colleges for B.Sc Biochemistry in Bangalore?

    Bangalore University is a government university that provides B.Sc Biochemistry courses for the students. Many colleges are affiliated to Bangalore University and provide B.Sc Biochemistry courses across Bangalore.

    Some of the Colleges for B.Sc Biochemistry admissions are:

    • St. Joseph’s College
    • Jyothi Nivas College
    • Kristu Jayanti College
    • M S Ramaiah College of Arts Science and Commerce
    • Jain University
    • Dayananda Sagar University
    • Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences (AIMS)
    • Padmashree Institute of Management and Sciences
  • How to get direct admission for B.Sc Biochemistry in Bangalore?

    Students can opt for B.Sc Biochemistry through direct admissions for colleges and universities located in Bangalore. The students seeking through management quota to B.Sc Biochemistry do not have to apply for any entrance exams conducted by colleges and universities. The students who are willing to take direct admissions are required to contact the Galaxy Educational services for more details about eligibility, fee structure etc. The students are required to undergo an eligibility checking process from the Govt authorised educational advisory centres.

  • What is the eligibility for B.Sc Biochemistry in Bangalore?

    B.Sc Biochemistry is a graduate programme and the basic eligibility for joining B.Sc. Biochemistry is Pass in PUC/10+2 or Equivalent Examination with PCB/CBZ.

    The students seeking admission to B.Sc Biochemistry courses can contact Galaxy Educational Services for more details. The students can get the latest information about the list of colleges conducting entrance exams and also about the colleges that provide admission based on 12 th marks for B.Sc programmes.

  • What is the course fee for B.Sc Biochemistry in Bangalore?

    The fees for B.Sc Biochemistry varies in different colleges. The top colleges in Bangalore have a higher fee structure, while mid-level and average colleges have lesser fee structures comparatively. There are certain top colleges in Bangalore that also have less fee structure for their merit quota . The students have to cross verify the same with educational advisory centres. The merit seats offered under Government quota in the colleges offering B.Sc Biochemistry courses start from Rs. 20000 per year.

    The management seats in the colleges start from Rs. 40000 per year. The management fees vary in different colleges. Some of the top colleges in Bangalore that have better placement records and the better passing percentage will have a higher fee structure. While some colleges with average performance will have a lesser fee structure.

    Since there are many low quality colleges that quote lesser fee structure and try to cheat the students by highlighting their fake placement records , students must cross verify the same from the educational advisory centres. To know more about B.Sc. Biochemistry courses, students can contact Galaxy Educational Services for both Merit and Management quota.

  • Can I pursue my career in the Food industry after completing B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    Yes, B.Sc. Biochemistry students can join a Master’s programme in Food Technology and pursue their career in the Food Industry. B.Sc. Biochemistry students can become a Food and Drug Inspector, Food Chemist, Food Microbiologist, Food Safety Auditor, and Food Scientist. And also students can get into jobs directly after a bsc biochemistry course.

  • Can I study M.Tech. in Biotechnology after completion of B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    No, B.Sc. Biochemistry students cannot apply for M.Tech. Biotechnology because only B.Tech./BE students can apply for M.Tech programs.

    The B.Sc. Biochemistry students can apply for M.Sc. Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology. If the students really wish to pursue M.Tech. after M.Sc., they have to apply for the GATE exam and after clearing M.Tech they can apply for M.Tech. Biotechnology.

  • Is there any entrance exam for B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    Many Private/Deemed universities conduct entrance exams for B.Sc. Biochemistry courses to filter out the candidates. Some top colleges conduct entrance exams, while some average and mid-level colleges do not have any entrance exam for B.Sc. Biochemistry admissions. The colleges that do not conduct any entrance exams will consider the 12 th marks of the students for admissions to B.Sc. Biochemistry courses.

    The students seeking admission to B.Sc. Biochemistry courses can contact Galaxy Educational Services. The students can get the latest information about the list of colleges conducting entrance exams and also the colleges that provide admission based on merit for B.Sc. Biochemistry courses.

    The students can also opt for direct admissions to the colleges and universities without any entrance exams under Management quota. The students can contact the educational advisory centres for direct admissions and other information.

  • What is the admission process for B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    There are two types of admission procedures for getting admission to B.Sc. Biochemistry. The first one is Merit-based and second one is Direct admission under Management quota. Under the merit-based admission process, the students should apply for Merit seats and get admissions to B.Sc. Biochemistry. Either they should have secured high marks in Class 12 or equivalent.

    The second method is the direct admission under Management quota. The students who want to get direct admission under Management quota don’t have to undergo any complicated admission procedures. They can easily get admission to B.Sc. Biochemistry in their desired colleges and universities according to their budgets through the direct admission process. The students can get the detailed and updated information about the admission procedures involved in the B.Sc. Biochemistry programme by contacting Galaxy Educational Services.

  • What are the job roles after B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    B.Sc. Biochemistry graduates have diverse job opportunities after completion of the course. The top-performing students are hired in large MNCs for higher salary packages. B.Sc. Biochemistry graduates can join M.Sc. Biochemistry and pursue their Ph.D. If the students are interested in the management field then they can join MBA or PGDM programmes also.

    Some of the job roles available after B.Sc. Biochemistry are:

    • Biochemist
    • Research Scientist
    • Clinical Scientist
    • Chemist
    • Microbiologist
    • Biomedical Scientist
    • Pharmacologist
  • What are career opportunities after B.Sc. Biochemistry?

    A career in B.Sc. Biochemistry offers immense growth as the demand for B.Sc. Biochemistry professionals are always high. Jobs are readily available soon after the completion of B.Sc. Biochemistry course in both India and abroad. B.Sc. Biochemistry graduates are required in a large number in almost all areas. More concentration on research is applied while hiring B.Sc. Biochemistry graduates compared to other skills. Many companies are hiring B.Sc. Biochemistry graduates in large numbers. The top- performing students are hired by top MNCs for high salary packages.

    Some of the job roles after B.Sc. Biochemistry are:

    • Biochemist
    • Research Scientist
    • Clinical Scientist
    • Chemist
    • Microbiologist
    • Biomedical Scientist
    • Pharmacologist

    Some of the MNCs that hire B.Sc. Biochemistry students are:

    • MapMyGenome
    • Lifecell International Pvt Ltd
    • Cryoviva
    • Natural Remedies
    • Mylan Labs
    • Biocon
    • Bhat Biotech
    • DNA Labs India
    • Apollo Hospitals

At Galaxy Education, we help you through the process of finding and applying to the right BSc Biochemistry Colleges in Bangalore. Contact us in below details to get more information on admission procedure and how to secure your seat in these colleges:

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