About Department of Bioscience and Engineering, National Institute of Technology Calicut
The Bioscience and Engineering department at NIT Calicut in Kozhikode runs a B.Tech in Biotechnology, an M.Tech in Bioengineering and PhD research.
The Department of Bioscience and Engineering was set up in 2009 on the NIT Calicut campus at Kozhikode, a central government institute. Undergraduates can take a four-year B.Tech in Biotechnology, while postgraduates can join a two-year M.Tech in Bioengineering. The department also admits PhD scholars through the institute’s twice-yearly research admission rounds. Research work covers microbiology, cancer biology, bioinformatics, bioprocess technology, neuroscience, tissue engineering and molecular biology. The department says it keeps links with industry and other academic bodies so that students can find internships and joint research projects.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
B.Tech and M.Tech seats are filled through NIT Calicut's institute-level admission process; the department page does not name the exams. PhD admission runs twice a year and is merit-based, using institute written tests and/or interviews or national exam scores such as GATE, NET, JEST or NBHM. In 2026 the department held PhD interviews in June for the July intake.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
Which courses does the Bioscience and Engineering department at NIT Calicut offer?
It offers a B.Tech in Biotechnology, an M.Tech in Bioengineering and PhD research.
When was the department started?
It was established in 2009.
How are PhD scholars admitted?
Admission is twice a year and merit-based, through institute written tests and/or interviews or national exam scores such as GATE, NET, JEST or NBHM.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- National Institute of Technology Calicut · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Bioscience and Engineering - NIT Calicut · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Ph.D. Programmes - NIT Calicut · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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