NAAC A++ · NIRF Ranked #14
M.Sc. Biotechnology
Madras Christian College, Chennai · 2-Year PG Program
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (Science/Arts)
#14
Total Fees
₹1.5L
Intake
20 Seats
Placement Rate
70%
Your 2-Year Roadmap
Year +0
Year 1
Build your foundation with Advanced Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Protein Biotechnology, and Bioinformatics.
Year +1
Year 2
Deep dive into Immunotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology, plus an Industry Internship and Research Project.
Year +2
Graduation
Submit your research project, sit for finals, and jump into the campus placement drive.
Investment
₹1.5L total
~₹0.8L per year
- Tuition Fee₹75,000per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, or Chemistry.
Entrance Exam
Must qualify the MCC Entrance Test.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
70%
Top recruiters
Limited Intake & Entrance Test
Only 20 seats are available and admissions work on a mixed criteria basis including the MCC Entrance Test. Start prepping early—the competition is real.
The verdict
Good fit
MCC is a rock-solid choice if you want a reputable, affordable M.Sc. Biotechnology with legit lab exposure and a tight-knit cohort. The NAAC A++ tag and NIRF #14 rank add serious credibility, and recruiters like Biocon and Dr. Reddy's regularly hire here. Just know that the ₹5.5 LPA average CTC is modest and the 20-seat intake means you'll need to earn your spot.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Affordable total fees under ₹2L
- ✓ Strong institutional legacy & NAAC A++ grade
- ✓ Core biotech curriculum with internship & research
- ✓ Hostel and scholarship support available
Doesn't match
- ✗ Expecting a high starting salary immediately post-MS
- ✗ Wanting a large batch size or massive alumni network
- ✗ Looking for AI/ML-heavy specializations