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B.Tech degree in biotechnology encompasses both the biological sciences as well as the engineering aspect of biotechnology. The B.Tech curriculum will cover life sciences subjects such as:
1. Microbiology.
2. Molecular biology.
3. Genetics.
4. Cell biology, etc. and engineering subjects like:
1.) Bioprocess engineering.
2.) Biochemical engineering.
3.) Thermodynamics.
4.) Mass Transfer, etc.
A BSc degree on the other hand focuses more on the biological sciences aspect of biotechnology. Yes, there will be a few subjects (1 or 2) related to industrial processes but the main emphasis will be on R&D in biological sciences fields such as:
1. Biochemistry.
2. Plant and animal biotechnology.
3. Microbiology.
4. Molecular biology and
5. Microbial genetics to name a few.

Hello Piyush,
As per the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the eligibility criteria for GMAT exams have not been officially stated. The institute or university in which the student is seeking admission may have certain eligibility criteria, and they may vary across universities. However, the basic eligibility for GMAT exams are as follows:
Age
You must be at least 18 years old. Those of you who are between 13 and 17 years must get a written proof of permission, from a parent or legal guardian in order to appear for the GMAT exam. There is no upper age limit to take the GMAT exam.
Educational Qualifications
You must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognized board or university. There is no upper limit of educational qualification apart from graduation, if you are interested in appearing for the GMAT exam.
Nationality
As far as your nationality is concerned, there are no restrictions and hassles. You can be from any part of the world to be able to take this test. Some of you might be thinking that the eligibility criteria for the GMAT exam vary across countries, but this is not true. The rules and eligibility criteria are the same for all candidates from any part of the world.
Number of Attempts
You can take the GMAT exam as many times as you want. However, you can take the test once every 16 days and no more than five times in 12 months. If you have previously achieved a total GMAT score of 800, you must wait at least five years, before reappearing for the GMAT test again.
Good luck.
Thank you.

Candidates who have completed M.Sc in mathematics can specialize in a particular area according to their interest. Several Masters of philosophy and doctor of philosophy courses are available in various area of mathematics.
List of different doctoral level courses that are available after M.Sc in mathematics are as listed below:
1. Master of philosophy in mathematics.
2. Master of philosophy in mathematical science.
3. Master of philosophy in applied mathematics.
4. Doctor of philosophy in mathematics.
5. Doctor of philosophy in mathematics and statistics.
However, if you don't want to pursue above mention courses there are other certification courses that you can go for and that includes one of the popular certificate course available in mathematics is the certificate course in vedic mathematics. This course is for one year and after completion of this course can get job in the concerned field.
Career opportunities after M.Sc in mathematics are:
1. Economic research firms.
2. Market research firms.
3. Quantitative risk analyst.
4. Statisticians.
5. Demographer.
6. Software designing and programming.
7. Bank and insurance companies.
8. Operation research, etc.
And there are other option too that is you can sit for NET/SET exam and after qualifying in exam, you can work as a professor in government or in private universities/colleges as a lecturer post in mathematics.

IAF AFCAT exam 2016 eligibility criteria:
The Candidates applying for Air Force Common Admission Test 2016 conducted by Air Force should meet the below eligibility criteria such as educational qualification and Age limit.
Educational qualification for AFCAT exam 2016:
1. For Flying Branch: Candidates should possess graduation in any discipline or B.E/ B.Tech with minimum 60% marks.
2. For Technical Branch: Candidates should possess 4 years degree qualification or cleared sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with minimum 60% marks.
3. For Ground Duty Branch: Candidates should possess graduation with 60% marks/ graduation degree in commerce/ post-graduation degree/ Diploma in any discipline/ CA/ ICWA with minimum 50% marks.
Age Limit for IAF AFCAT 2016 exam:
Candidates applying for the AFCAT exam 2016 should attain below Age limits as on 01/07/2017.
1. For Flying Branch:
Minimum age: 20 years.
Maximum age: 24 years.
2. For Technical and Ground Duty Branches:
Minimum age: 20 years.
Maximum age: 26 years.
Age relaxation is applicable up to 26 years of age for Flying Branch as per rules.