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The M.Sc. (Hons.) in Biotechnology is available for admission at Lovely Professional University (LPU) after qualifying through a B.Sc. in Microbiology (Hons.). It is an appropriate bioscience stream for seeking this qualification. The minimum requirement for such eligibility is that a student achieves marks in the range of 55-60% in the bachelor's degree from a legitimate university. Generally, admissions are based on merit in qualifying exams; otherwise, LPUNEST scores may be more predominant. Candidates may get admission on merit basis; however, direct admission without the LPUNEST may be restricted for students with weaker graduation marks. The course is designed for 2 years with a full-time study of about 30 seats, costing about ?3.2 lakh in total. It is better to apply using the official mode of admission and verify with LPU for any direct admission options or merit quotas that fit into your profile.