Genetics and Genetic Engineering

This field implicitly deals in the study of DNA. Through various methods they evaluate, manipulation of DNA of cells to produce or get desired traits or results. Genetic Engineering is not an easy way. It is very advanced branch of science which involves a wide range of methods utilized for changing the genetic substances in the DNA code in a living organism by the manipulation of its genetic material. Biotechnology heads this branch-GE. There is a great scope in this field because it yields high results. The demand for genetic engineering is growing all across the world.

Key to Success

To be successful in Genetics and Genetic Engineering you should have/ develop:

Deductive and inductive reasoning skills
Excellent skill of observation
Research Mind

Scope and Opportunities

Genetic Engineering being innovative in its nature is itself is a great scope and opportunity. They are successfully working in the medicine and pharmacy industries, agriculture industry and the research and development departments of government, semi-government and private sectors. The pharmaceutical industry offers the best opportunities.

Skill sets

Excellent logical skills
Ability to use lasers
Spectrometers
Light scattering equipment
Binocular light compound microscopes
Bench top centrifuges or similar laboratory equipment

Work Value

Integrity
Perseverance
Patience

Current Job Scenario

This is developing field and has great demand. As a fresher one can earn between Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 30,000/- but after flourishing in this field sky is the limit.

Top Recruiters

Centre for population genetics, KolKatta
Department of Genetics, Dr. ALM. PG. IBMS, University of Madras
Institute of Forest Genetics and Tree Breeding (IFGTB)

Course Synopsis

Course Options	B.Sc Biochemistry, B.Sc Microbiology,	M.Sc Biochemistry / M. VSc Animal
Academic Eligibility	10+2 of a recognised Board with concern subject / 10 +2 exam of Punjab School Education Board, Mohali (Ropar)	B.Sc with one of the following subjects: Botany, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics & Zoology or B.Sc in Agriculture
Fees	Rs. 15,000 per year	Rs. 40K per annum
Overall expenditure in Metro	Rs. 2 LK – 2.5 LK	Rs. 70K -90K Per/Year
Overall expenditure in Tier-1	Rs. 1.25 LK – Rs.1.50 LK	Rs. 45K – Rs. 50K Per/Year
Overall expenditure in Tier-2	Rs. 75 LK – Rs. 1.25 LK	Rs. 25K – Rs. 40K Per/Year
Duration	3 Years	1 ½ Years – 2 Years
Mode	Regular	Regular
Approved	UGC	UGC
Affiliation	AICTE/Respective University	AICTE/Respective University
Entrance Exam	State Level CET for B.Tech
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