With a rank of around 25,686 in INI-CET and General category, the chances of getting AIIMS Microbiology are very low. In most counselling rounds, AIIMS seats (even for non-clinical branches like Microbiology) close at much better ranks. That said, counselling patterns can change slightly every year, so you should still participate in all rounds, including mop-up, if you’re eligible. Keep backup options open in other INIs or central institutes, and don’t rely only on AIIMS at this rank.

I know this is very disappointing but you can explore other options too.

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Hello,

Based on previous INI-CET trends , a UR rank around 25,686 usually does not get a Microbiology seat in AIIMS institutes.

In most years, Microbiology in AIIMS closes at a much better (lower) rank for the unreserved category. Only the very last round in some years has gone close to this range, and even that is rare. Seats are few, and most AIIMS fill Microbiology well before this rank.

You may still keep hope for the open or mop-up rounds , as small movements can happen, but the chances remain low based on past data.

You can use our INI-CET College Predictor Tool to predict which colleges you can get based on your score and rank.

Hope it helps !

Hello,

Here you can access MSc Microbiology syllabus for 2026 from the mentioned link below:

https://www.careers360.com/courses/msc-in-microbiology

Hope it helps.

The syllabus for M. Sc . Microbiology generally includes advanced study of microorganisms, their genetics, physiology, applications and laboratory techniques. Although every university has small variations, the core structure remains similar across India. The major units usually taught are:

1. Microbial Diversity & Taxonomy

• Classification of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa, viruses.

• Modern classification: 16S rRNA sequencing, phylogenetic trees.

• Extremophiles and environmental microbes.

2. Microbial Physiology & Metabolism

• Structure of bacterial cell, growth curve, nutrient requirements.

• Aerobic & anaerobic respiration, fermentation pathways.

• Enzymes, bioenergetics, metabolic regulation.

3. Microbial Genetics & Molecular Biology

• DNA replication, transcription, translation.

• Operons, mutations, gene regulation.

• Plasmids, transposons, horizontal gene transfer.

4. Immunology

• Innate and adaptive immunity.

• Antibodies, antigen–antibody reactions.

• Hypersensitivity, vaccines, immune disorders.

5. Biochemistry for Microbiology

• Biomolecules: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids.

• Enzymology & metabolism.

6. Medical Microbiology

• Pathogenic bacteria, viruses, fungi & parasites.

• Mechanisms of infection, virulence factors.

• Diagnostic methods: staining, culture, PCR, serology.

7. Industrial & Food Microbiology

• Fermentation technology: antibiotics, alcohol, enzymes, organic acids.

• Food spoilage, food preservation, HACCP.

• Probiotics & prebiotics.

8. Environmental & Agricultural Microbiology

• Wastewater treatment, biodegradation, biofertilizers.

• Nitrogen fixation, soil microbes, plant–microbe interactions.

9. Microbial Biotechnology

• Recombinant DNA technology.

• Cloning, vectors, PCR, CRISPR basics.

• GMOs, biofuels, bioremediation.

10. Virology & Mycology

• Virus structure, replication, vaccines.

• Fungal diseases, fungal growth, industrial fungi.

11. Biostatistics & Research Methodology

• Statistical tests, data analysis.

• Research design, scientific writing.

12. Practical Components

• Culture techniques, media preparation, microscopy.

• Biochemical tests, antibiotic sensitivity tests.

• Molecular biology experiments (PCR, DNA extraction)

  This is the broad, detailed syllabus followed by most M. Sc . Microbiology programmes for the 2026 cycle. Universities may add elective papers like nanobiotechnology, microbial genomics or clinical microbiology depending on their curriculum. All the best.

  
  

Hello,

Admission for the BSc Microbiology batch has already started or has recently closed for many institutions. With application deadlines ranging from September to October 2025 for some programs or courses.  If you want to know the exact date, you should check the website of this specific institute.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hiya,

Here are some of the colleges for M.Sc Microbiology in Dehradun-

1. Shri Guru Ram Rai University https://www.careers360.com/university/shri-guru-ram-rai-university-dehradun
2. Graphic Era University https://www.careers360.com/university/graphic-era-university-dehradun
3. Doon PG Paramedical College https://www.careers360.com/colleges/doon-pg-paramedical-college-and-hospital-dehradun
4. Dev Bhumi Uttarakhand University https://www.careers360.com/university/dev-bhoomi-uttarakhand-university-dehradun

Hope it helps!!!

Hello,

After a BSc in Microbiology, students can write entrance exams for various master's, PhD, and research programs, such as IIT JAM, TIFR GS, CSIR-UGC NET, ICMR-JRF, and the GATE Life Science/Biotech exams. Additionally, many universities conduct their own specific entrance exams for MSc . or MTech . programs.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello aspirant,

In India, the average annual cost of an MSc in Microbiology is between 10,000 and 2.5 lakh rupees, with private universities charging more and government colleges charging less.

For more information, you can visit our site through following link:

https://www.careers360.com/courses/msc-in-microbiology

Thank you