About Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
The Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering at IIT Bombay offers an M.Sc in Biotechnology, an M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering and PhD programmes.
The Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering (BSBE) is part of IIT Bombay on its Powai campus in Mumbai. It brings biology and engineering together in teaching and research. Graduates in the life sciences can take the M.Sc in Biotechnology, while engineers and science graduates can join the M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering. The department also admits PhD scholars in both Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering, and its alumni lists include MS by Research and MPhil graduates. The department office is at the IIT Bombay campus and can be reached by phone or email.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| 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
M.Sc Biotechnology and M.Tech Biomedical Engineering seats are filled through the IIT Bombay postgraduate admission process, which uses the entrance test set for each programme. PhD scholars in Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering are admitted through IIT Bombay research admission notices. Applicants should follow the current notices on the institute admission pages.
Typical eligibility
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- 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 programmes does BSBE at IIT Bombay offer?
M.Sc in Biotechnology, M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering and PhD in both areas.
Does BSBE IIT Bombay offer a B.Tech?
The department page does not list a B.Tech programme.
How can I contact the department?
Phone 022-25767771 or email office.bio@iitb.ac.in.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Bombay · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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