Cost of a Biotechnology course and earning potential

What is the cost for this course? Are any funding options available?

• A course in biotechnology can cost you anywhere between Rs 20,000 to Rs 2, 00,000 or above depending on the college you study, annually.

• Government and regional colleges that select students through tough entrance exams charge less as compared to programs offered by private owned colleges.

Funding:

• Various academic institutions and universities offer scholarships to deserving students who perform extraordinarily in the entrance test and post-entrance interviews.

• Easy loans are available from banks for students to pursue their academics. The money borrowed may be returned after a student gets a job.

• For instance, State Bank of India, Allahabad Bank, State Bank of Mysore and Bank of Baroda are some popular banks that offer attractive loans to students.

• These loans include library fees, book purchases, travel expenses and often allow students to purchase computers, accessories and scientific instruments required to complete their work.

What is the remuneration that I can expect from this profession?

• At the onset you can expect a salary in the range of Rs 8000-20000.

• Also the pay also depends on the qualification, the specialisation area and the institution from where you have graduated from.

• Once you complete your Post graduation in this field you can earn higher,

• You can expect a higher pay once you gain experience and proper training in this field.