Which course is better among M.Sc Microbiology and M.Sc Biotechnology?

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MSc Microbiology and MSc Biotechnology are two popular postgraduate programs in the field of life sciences. While both programs focus on studying microorganisms and their applications, there are key differences between them. Candidates can check the comparison of the two courses in the table below:

Particulars	MSc Microbiology	MSc Biotechnology
Course Level	Postgraduate	Postgraduate
Course Duration	2 years	2 Years
Course Fee	INR 20,00 to INR 1 lakh	Up to INR 2 Lakhs per annum
Eligibility Criteria	BSc degree in any stream of Science	50% in graduation with Biology or Chemistry
Entrance Exams	IPU CET, BITSAT, CUET PG	CUET PG, BITSAT, NEST, IIT JAM, TISS NET
Top Colleges	Alagappa University, Aligarh Muslim University, Bharathiar University, Calcutta University, etc.	JNU, BHU, Calcutta University, JMI, etc.
Job Profiles	Microbiologist, Clinical Research Associate, Research Analyst, Project Assistant, Nutritionist.	Research Biochemist, Research Associate, Professor, Lab Technician.
Average Annual Salary	INR 4 LPA - INR 5 LPA.	Up to INR 9 LPA.
Top Recruiters	Cipla, Ranbaxy, Sun Pharma, Mascot International, Siron Technology, Pvt. Ltd., Lakshmi Life Sciences Ltd, Panacea Biotec Limited, Serum Institute of India	Biocon, Cipla, GlaxoSmithKline, Cadila Healthcare, Reliance Life Sciences, etc.