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* DY PATIL VIDYAPEETH offers a wide range of professional programmes. In each of these programmes, they ensure high quality of education, pursuit of knowledge and creation of new ideas. As a result of this, the Vidyapeeth has been re-accredited by NAAC with a CGPA of 3.62 on a four point scale at 'A' Grade. Through dynamic, relevant and quality education, students are empowered to look forward to the future with confidence. “No wonder, therefore, that there is always a rush for admission to the various courses of the Vidyapeeth.”

* The present common entrance test covers three cutting-edge academic programmes, leading to degrees in Bachelors & Master (Integrated) in Biotechnology. All these are high quality research-oriented programmes and will lead you to satisfying careers in emerging areas of technology.

* These programmes are run in Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune. In this center of learning, you get the state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities as well as competent and devoted faculty. The inspiring ambience in this institute will motivate you to do your best and at the end of the programme, you will emerge as an accomplished professional, ready to contribute your best to the society & the country.

* DY Patil offers the opportunities in the field of medical biotechnology  :-

• Medical Biotechnology combines genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, bioprocess engineering, tissue culture technology, molecular biology and recombinant DNA technology that is required to develop new drugs, diagnostic kits, alternate therapeutics, understanding disease and its pathways.
• Medical Biotechnology has applications in the production of medical products, drugs, vaccines, diagnostics kits, pharmaceuticals, blood products, artificial organs, nutraceuticals, etc. and in the fields of clinical research, drug discovery, epidemiology, cancer and AIDS research, regenerative medicine, forensic science, gene therapy, genetic counseling, eugenics.

* Skills you will acquire after completing Biotechnology Programmes :-

• Basic Cell Biology and Microbiology Techniques
• Bio-analytical Techniques
• Molecular Biology Techniques
• Tissue Culture (Animal and Plant) Techniques
• Immunology and Biopharmaceutical Techniques.
• Effective communication, computer, basic management & entrepreneurship skills.
• Fermentation Technology
• Nano Biotechnology
• Food Biotechnology
• Clinical research
• Ecology & Environment
• Bioprocess Technology
• Cancer Research
• Forensic Research

* Eligibility Criteria for appearing the Entrance Test :

a) The candidate should be an Indian National.

b) Minimum age: 17 years on or before 31 December 2021

c) The candidate must have either appeared at Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC / Std. XII) examination OR equivalent qualification of any board in India or abroad, with Physics, Chemistry and Biology or Life Sciences (and desirably with Mathematics) or, if the result of the exam. has been declared, he / she must have passed the same examination with minimum 45% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology taken together (40% for the Reserve Category candidates).

* Eligibility for NRI / PIO / FN :

• A candidate in any of these categories shall have completed 17 years of age on or before 31 December 2021. He/she must have Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Life Sciences and English (and desirably Mathematics) at the CBSE, ISC, HSC or an equivalent examination. In the case of a student from any school that follows the American system of education, the candidate must have studied Physics, Chemistry and Biology (and desirably Mathematics) at AP' (Advanced Placement) level and must have minimum 'C' grade in these subjects. In the case of students passing Cambridge International Examination (CIE) the candidate should have passed Physics, Chemistry and Biology at “Advanced” level along with English at “Advanced Subsidiary” (AS) level.

* Subjects and Syllabus for the Entrance Test :

• The Entrance Test will consist of 100 objective type multiple choice questions (MCQs) in the subjects of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (Botany and Zoology) carrying 100 marks (25 marks each subject).

* Intake details for Medical Biotechnology course :

• Duration : 4 years
• No. of seats : 60
• General Category Seats 85% : 51
• NRI/PIO/FN Category Seats 15% : 9

* According to my opinion, overall yes DPU which is located at Pune, is a very good reputed & professional institute for medical biotechnology course (and for other courses as well), offering opportunities as mentioned above.

* Hope this information helps !!

* Good Luck !!