The Department of Biotechnology offers comprehensive academic programs aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) to nurture innovation, research, and industry readiness in the field of life sciences. It offers a 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) in Biotechnology under the NEP framework, designed to provide a multidisciplinary foundation in molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, bioinformatics, and biochemistry, while also encouraging research through project-based learning and internships. The flexible NEP curriculum supports multiple entry and exit options and emphasizes skill development, critical thinking, and employability.
In addition, the department offers a 2-year M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology (From 2025), focusing on the application of biotechnology in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biofuels, food processing, and environmental management. This postgraduate program integrates advanced theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in bioprocessing, enzyme technology, genetic engineering, and industrial microbiology, preparing students for careers in R&D, production, quality control, and further research.
With state-of-the-art laboratories, experienced faculty, and active industry-academic collaborations, the department is committed to fostering scientific inquiry and innovation. It regularly organizes workshops, seminars, and training programs to keep students abreast of the latest developments, ensuring they are well-prepared for both professional and academic advancements.
Offers a 4-year B.Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology program designed as per the National Education Policy (NEP) with flexibility, interdisciplinary learning, and multiple exit options.
2-year M.Sc. in Industrial Biotechnology emphasizing applications in pharmaceuticals, biofuels, food, and environmental sectors.
A team of qualified and research-oriented faculty members with expertise across diverse fields of biotechnology.
Well-equipped laboratories for molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, bioinformatics, and industrial biotechnology.
Strong focus on student-led research projects, dissertations, and publication opportunities in national and international journals.
Emphasis on practical skills, analytical tools, and soft skills to enhance employability and entrepreneurship.
Regular industrial visits, hands-on training, internships with biotech industries and research institutes.
Active student participation in seminars, workshops, biotech fests, and awareness programs.
Guidance for placements, higher education, and competitive exams through mentoring and training sessions.
Engagement in biotechnology-based sustainable and community welfare projects.
Microbiology, Biochemistry & Environment Lab, Used for the isolation identification & characterization of microorganism. Also their interaction with the environment. Helps in to find out new microorganisms or their activity against/for environment; to control/enhance their activity.
Biointrumentation lab, Consist Instruments like PCR, UV – Vis Spectrophotometer, Bioreactor, Cooling centrifuge,Probe Sonicator, PAGE, ELECTROPHORESIS, Gel DOCUMENTATION etc. used for Biological analysis of DNA, RNA, Protein and cells. Also used for the mapping of Protein, DNA & RNA.
Microbiology, Biochemistry & Environment Lab, Used for the isolation identification & characterization of microorganism. Also their interaction with the environment. Helps in to find out new microorganisms or their activity against/for environment; to control/enhance their activity.
Biointrumentation lab, Consist Instruments like PCR, UV – Vis Spectrophotometer, Bioreactor, Cooling centrifuge,Probe Sonicator, PAGE, ELECTROPHORESIS, Gel DOCUMENTATION etc. used for Biological analysis of DNA, RNA, Protein and cells. Also used for the mapping of Protein, DNA & RNA.
Shruti Kumari B.Sc (H) Biotechnology secured 1st Rank in District Level and 3rd Rank in State Level in Agriculture prototype Competition in Yuva Utsav 2025, Chhattisgarh.
ReMed team secured 2nd position in Startup Business Plan event organized in Technorollix 2024 technical event.
LRM-Antibody (Monoclonal antibody) Team secured 3rd position in non-working model, Tech Lab event organized in Technorollix, 2024.
PlaMet (Herbal Antibacterial Agent) Team secured 2nd position in working model, Tech Lab event organized in Technorollix, 2024.
Khushi Mishra, BSc.(Hons.) Biotechnology 2nd Sem awarded with "Best Paper Award” for her paper "Isolation of synthetic dye degrading bacteria from the contaminated soil of SSD Jindal Raigarh" in 2nd Student National Conference on Socio-economic Perspective on Sustainable Management of Water organized by IWRS Student Chapter, Department of Civil Engineering, NIT Raipur.
Ms Yogita Sahu and Ms Garima Chandra of BSc (H) Biotechnology 2nd semester, School of Science secured 2nd position in poster competition in International Conference on ‘Biological Alterations and Applications for Next Generation Living World’ during 1-2 March 2024 organized by department of Biotechnology, Govt, VYT PG Autonomous College, Durg.
"Microbial Bioprospecting: Exploration and Conservation" organized by the Department of Biotechnology Govt V.Y.T Autonomous College, Durg Chhattisgarh in Association with the Microbiologist Society of India on 5-6 February
Shruti Kumari, Mahak Acharya, Prachi Tripathi, Tanisha Singh has done Prototype presentation in Non-working category, Tech lab, Technorollix 2023 on topic - Model of Vaccine Action and Secured 2nd position.
2 students of B.Sc. (H) Biotechnology attended five-day IDE bootcamp organised by the Ministry of Innovation India in IISER Bhopal on 22-26 June 2023.
14 students of B.Sc.(H) Biotechnology 3rd semester qualified the NPTEL Course “Biomedical Nanotechnology” out of which 9 qualified under Elite category.
Shruti Kumari, Mahak Acharya, Prachi Tripathi and Ishrafil Ali has got SOS Best Innovator Award in Technorolix, organized by O P Jindal University Raigarh.
Nafisha Khaman, Arti Yadav, Mushkan Singh and Sheenat Chawla, secured 3rd position in Poster Presentation, organized by O P Jindal University Raigarh.
Shruti Kumari, Mahak Acharya, Tanisha Singh and Prachi Tripathi secured 2nd position in Model Presentation event, organized by O P Jindal University Raigarh.
Shruti Kumari, secured 3rd prize in Youth Summit event, organized by O P Jindal University Raigarh.
Mahak Acharya, secured 2nd prize in Youth Summit event, organized by O P Jindal University Raigarh.
Mahak Acharya and Tanisha Singh has secured 3rd Prize in posted presentation in Student Symposium on National Conservation Day organized by Dept. of EE, OPJU, Raigarh.
Mahak Acharya and Shruti Kumari selected for presenting their innovative prototype in Innovation, Design and Entrepreneurship Boot Camp IISER, Bhopal organized by Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell from 22nd to 26th June 2023.
Shruti Kumari, Mahak Acharaya, Prachi Tripathi, Israfil Ali, students of B.Sc. (Hons.) Biotechnology 1st Sem School of Science has done Prototype presentation on the topic development of bioplastic from utilizing agricultural waste on the occasion of National Innovation Fest 2.0 Date- 28 & 29 November 2022.
1st position in District and 3rd Position in State Level Yuva Utsav 2025
Mentorship in SIH Final 2025
2nd position in the District Level Yuva Utsav 2025
Congress of Zoology Medal by Zoological Society of India in 35th Indian Congress of Zoology and International Conference organized by the Department of Zoology, Central University, Bilaspur (2024).
Best Oral Presentation Award on the theme “Pharmaceutical Biotechnology” in an International Conference organized by Sanjivani Arts, Commerce and Science College, Kopargaon, in association with the Microbiologist Society of India (2023).
Microbiologist Society of India Student Chapter
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