About The Department
Department of Biotechnology
Pioneering research and education in biotechnology to address global challenges and foster sustainable development.
About The Department
The scope of biotechnology is never ending as the power to alter life has just seen its beginning. India is among the top 12 destinations for biotechnology education globally, with the industry valued at $137 billion USD in 2023 and projected to reach $150 billion USD by 2025.
Established in 2002, the Department of Biotechnology at JIIT remains committed to providing innovative research-informed teaching and learning in a vibrant R&D environment, with faculty having rich research exposure in academia and industry both in India and abroad.
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Vision & Mission
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in Biotechnology for providing quality education and carrying out cutting edge research to produce professionals, innovators, researchers and entrepreneurs.
Mission
Programs Offered
Our comprehensive programs are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills for a successful career in biotechnology with flexible credit-based system.
B.Tech Biotechnology
Duration: 4 Years
Comprehensive undergraduate program covering genetics, molecular biology, genetic engineering, plant and animal tissue culture, with specialized electives in genetic screening, personalized medicine, bioprocess engineering, industrial microbiology, immunotechnology, nanotechnology, and biosensors.
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M.Tech Biotechnology
Duration: 2 Years
Advanced postgraduate program offering specialization in cutting-edge biotechnology areas with flexible credit-based system and diverse elective subjects.
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Integrated M.Tech
Duration: 5 Years
Integrated program combining undergraduate and postgraduate studies for comprehensive biotechnology education.
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M.Sc Microbiology
Duration: 2 Years
Specialized program focusing on microbial biotechnology, environmental applications, and industrial microbiology.
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Ph.D. Program
Duration: 3-5 Years
Doctoral program for cutting-edge research in specialized fields of biotechnology with access to state-of-the-art facilities.
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Proficiency Certificates Available
Students can obtain proficiency certificates in specialized areas by taking extra credits, enabling them to develop expertise in specific biotechnology domains.
Industrial Biotechnology
Advanced industrial applications and bioprocess engineering
Medical Biotechnology
Healthcare applications and pharmaceutical biotechnology
Plant & Microbial Biotechnology
Agricultural and environmental biotechnology solutions
Bioinformatics
Computational biology and data analysis
Environmental Biotechnology
Sustainable environmental solutions and bioremediation
Food Biotechnology
Food processing and safety applications
Minor Specializations Available
Students can opt for minor specializations in other engineering branches by taking extra credits, providing interdisciplinary knowledge and enhanced career opportunities.
Computer Science & Engineering
Information Technology
Electronics & Communication Engineering
Mathematics & Computing
Key Research Areas
Molecular & Medical Biotechnology
Biomedical Engineering
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Environmental Biotechnology
Bioinformatics & AI in Biology
Nanobiotechnology
Plant & Agricultural Biotechnology
Microbiology & Immunology
State-of-the-Art Laboratory Facilities
The program is fully supported by excellent laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, including advanced facilities with Institutional Bio-safety Committee (IBSC) and Institutional Ethical Committee (IEC) in place.
Molecular Biology Lab
Advanced genetic and molecular analysis
Plant & Animal Cell Culture Labs
State-of-the-art tissue culture facilities
Bioinformatics Lab
Computational biology and data analysis
Fermentation & Bioprocess Lab
Industrial biotechnology applications
Transcriptomics Lab
Advanced gene expression analysis
Nanotechnology & Drug Delivery Lab
Cutting-edge nanobiotechnology research
Microbiology Lab
Microbial biotechnology and applications
Institutional Bio-safety Committee (IBSC)
Government regulation compliance
Institutional Bio-safety Committee (IBSC) & Institutional Ethical Committee (IEC) in place as per government regulations