What are the eligibility requirements for the MSc Microbiology program at LPU?

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    Dharamveer Dheer Educator at University | Scholar-Level 18

    11 months ago

    This the below mentioned eligibility criteria for the session 2025:

    • Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelor's Degree of Microbiology.
    • Or Applied Medical Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Sciences).
    • Or Medical Science and Allied Medical Science (MBBS, BAMS, BDS, BHMS, Nursing, MLT).
    • Or Biosciences (Biotech, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Genetics).
    • Or Life Sciences (Botany, Zoology) or Food Science or Agriculture or Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology or Genetic.
    • Engineering and Biotechnology or Clinical Chemistry or Public Health and Allied Sciences or Plant Science or equivalent.
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    Ashish Sharma Education Consultant, Political Analyst, traveler. | Scholar-Level 17

    5 years ago
    Hi Sakshi, LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. It is one of the few that has embraced international practices when it comes to designing a curriculum. The eligibility criteria of M.Sc. (Hons. ). Microbiology programme is Pass with 60% aggregate marks in Bachelors Degree (Applied Medical Science or Medical Science and Allied Medical or Agriculture or Biosciences or Food Science or Medica
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    Vibha Gupta | Scholar-Level 17

    5 years ago
    LPU is one of the leading private universities of India, providing quality education, innovative pedagogy and unbeatable placements both national and international. LPU provides a great academic exposure to its students. It provides a chance to the students to attend guest lectures or workshops, so that they get to learn as much as they can. The students also work on live projects, so that they are able to apply their knowledge to practical settings. It is one of the few that has embraced international practices when it comes to designing a curriculum. The eligibility criteria of M.Sc. (Hons. ). Microbiology programme is Pass with 60%
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    Sampreet Kaur | Contributor-Level 6

    5 months ago

    To be eligible for the MSc Microbiology programme at LPU, you need to have completed a Bachelor's degree in a related field like B.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or any equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate percentage of 50%. Apart from academic qualifications, LPU also has a simple admission process that might involve an entrance exam, depending on the course's specific requirements. The university is well-known for its flexible approach and support for students throughout the admission process. If you're looking to explore more about the programme or eligibility, it's always good to directly visit LPU's offic

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    Vidushi Sharma | Contributor-Level 10

    8 months ago

    hi,

    To be eligible for the MSc Microbiology programme at Lovely Professional University (LPU), candidates must meet the following requirements:

    1. Educational Qualification: Applicants must have completed a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or any other related field (such as B.Sc. in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry) from a recognised university or institution. A minimum aggregate percentage (usually around 50%) is required for admission, though this may vary slightly based on the programme and specific intake.

    2. Entrance Exam: LPU may conduct an entrance exam (LPUNEST) for admission to the MSc Microbiology

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    Vridhi | Contributor-Level 10

    5 months ago

    To be eligible for the M.Sc. Microbiology programme at Lovely Professional University (LPU), candidates must have completed a bachelor's degree in a relevant field with a minimum aggregate of 55% marks.Applicants from North-East states, Sikkim, Defence personnel and their dependents, and wards of Kashmiri migrants are granted a 5% relaxation in the qualifying marks. Admission is based on merit in the qualifying examination, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria.  

    Acceptable undergraduate degrees include those in Microbiology, Applied Medical Sciences (such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Ayurvedic Pharmaceuti

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    Shehnaz

    3 months ago

    Eligibility criteris:- Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelor's Degree of  Microbiology
    Or Applied Medical Science  (Pharmaceutical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Ayurvedic Pharmaceutical Sciences)
    Or Medical Science and Allied Medical Science  (MBBS, BAMS, BDS, BHMS, Nursing, MLT) 
    Or Biosciences  (Biotech, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Genetics)
    Or Life Sciences  (Botany, Zoology) or Food Science or Agriculture or Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology or Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology or Clinical Chemistry or Public Health and Allied Sciences or Pl

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    Gobind Rai

    2 months ago

    To be eligible for the M.Sc. Microbiology programme at Lovely Professional University (LPU), candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Medical or Allied Sciences, or other related disciplines. A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is generally required, although a 5% relaxation is offered to candidates from North-East states, Sikkim, defence personnel or their dependents, and Kashmiri migrants. Admission is primarily based on merit in the qualifying examination, and candidates may also need to appear for LPUNEST, LPU's entrance and scholarship tes

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    irin | Contributor-Level 10

    8 months ago

    Hi there,

    The eligibility requirements for the M.Sc. Microbiology programme at Lovely Professional University (LPU) are as follows:

    1. Educational Qualification – You must have a Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field from a recognised university. Degrees such as B.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Medical Lab Technology are generally accepted.
    2. Minimum Percentage – A minimum of 50% marks in graduation (or equivalent), although students with higher percentages may have better chances for scholarships.
    3. LPUNEST (Entrance Test) – Admission is based on LPUNEST (LPU's own entran
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    Samaksh Kastha | Contributor-Level 8

    4 months ago

    Hello,

    To be eligible for the M.Sc. Microbiology programme at Lovely Professional University (LPU), candidates must have a relevant bachelor's degree with at least 55% aggregate marks. A 5% relaxation is granted to applicants from North-East states, Sikkim, Defence personnel and their dependents, and Kashmiri migrants. Acceptable degrees include Microbiology, Medical Sciences, Biosciences, Life Sciences, Agriculture, Veterinary Microbiology, Biotechnology, and related fields. Admission is merit-based, with LPUNEST usually required for admission and scholarships, though exemptions apply for exceptional candidates. The two-year programme

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