Master of Science [M.Sc] (Microbiology)

Vijaygarh Jyotish Ray College in Jadavpur, Kolkata, offers a two-year Master of Science in Microbiology under the University of Calcutta. The Microbiology department at VJRC holds DBT-BOOST funding and was recognised as the best CU-affiliated Microbiology department by the Microbiologists Society of India for 2021-22. Admission is through CU centralised PG admission. Total fees for the two-year programme are INR 2,300.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Academic Session Begins August 2026 (Tentative).

VJRC M.Sc Microbiology Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Annual Fee (per year)	INR 1,150
Total Fees (2 Years)	INR 2,300

• Fee covers the full 2-year M.Sc programme for general category.
• Reserved category students may qualify for state fee reimbursement.

VJRC M.Sc Microbiology Admission 2026

Event	Date
CU M.Sc 2026-27 Application Window Closed	May 20, 2026
Academic Session Begins	August 2026 (Tentative)

• WBCAP is for UG courses only at VJRC.
• Allotment and reporting expected July to August 2026.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Sc degree with Microbiology as the Honours or Major subject from a recognised university.
• Minimum 40% aggregate marks in the qualifying B.Sc degree for general category.
• CU Hons graduates of the current year admitted via merit. Other university graduates sit the CU departmental entrance test.

Admission Process

• Apply on the University of Calcutta admission portal within the notified window.
• Part A seats (60%): current-year CU Microbiology Hons graduates selected on B.Sc aggregate merit.
• Part B seats (40%): previous-year CU graduates and graduates of other universities sit the CU departmental entrance test.
• Merit list and allotment results are notified on the CU admission portal.
• Accept the allotted seat and report to VJRC with documents within the deadline.
• Complete enrolment after document verification and fee payment at the college.

✓ Opt for this if

• You hold B.Sc Microbiology Hons from any CU-affiliated college.
• You want an affordable PG programme in Microbiology in Kolkata.
• You aim for a research or industry career in life sciences.
• You prefer a DBT-BOOST funded and recognised Microbiology department.

✗ Skip if

• You need strong industry placement for M.Sc Microbiology roles.
• You need a dedicated industry project component in your PG degree.
• You are from outside West Bengal without a B.Sc from CU.

VJRC M.Sc Microbiology Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
Kanyashree Prakalpa (WB Government)	Annual stipend and one-time grant	Female students aged 13-19, family income below INR 1.2 lakh
Post-Matric Scholarship	As per central government norms	SC, ST, OBC-NCL category, family income within limits
WB Government SC/ST Financial Assistance	As per state norms	SC/ST category students, West Bengal domicile
Students’ Aid Fund	As decided by college	Economically disadvantaged students at VJRC

• Apply for Kanyashree Prakalpa through the WB district portal.
• Post-Matric Scholarship applications via the central NSP portal.

VJRC M.Sc Microbiology FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc Microbiology at Vijaygarh Jyotish Ray College?

Ans. The total fee for the two-year M.Sc Microbiology programme at VJRC is INR 2,300, amounting to INR 1,150 per year. VJRC is a government-aided autonomous college affiliated to the University of Calcutta, keeping postgraduate fees among the lowest available in Kolkata. SC, ST, and OBC students may additionally qualify for state and central government fee reimbursement schemes. Fees are paid at the college at the time of admission and at annual re-enrolment.

Ques. How is admission to M.Sc Microbiology at VJRC done?

Ans. Admission to M.Sc Microbiology at VJRC is through the University of Calcutta centralised PG admission system. Part A seats (60%) are reserved for current-year CU Microbiology Honours graduates selected on the basis of their B.Sc aggregate marks. Part B seats (40%) are for previous-year CU graduates and graduates of other universities, who must sit the CU departmental entrance test. The application window for 2026-27 closed on May 20, 2026. Allotment results and reporting are expected July to August 2026.

Ques. What is the eligibility for M.Sc Microbiology at VJRC?

Ans. Candidates must hold a B.Sc degree with Microbiology as the Honours or Major subject from a recognised university. A minimum aggregate of 40% marks in the qualifying B.Sc degree is required for general category candidates. Current-year CU Microbiology Hons graduates are admitted via merit on their B.Sc aggregate, while graduates of other universities and previous-year CU graduates must qualify the CU departmental entrance test to compete for Part B seats.

Ques. Does VJRC have dedicated research lab facilities for M.Sc Microbiology?

Ans. The Microbiology department at VJRC holds DBT-BOOST funding from the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, which supports laboratory infrastructure, equipment procurement, and faculty development. The department was recognised as the best Microbiology department under University of Calcutta affiliation by the Microbiologists Society of India for 2021-22. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students use the departmental facilities. Five full-time faculty members and additional SACT faculty provide instruction and research guidance for M.Sc students.

Ques. Is WBCAP used for M.Sc Microbiology admission at VJRC?

Ans. No, WBCAP (West Bengal Centralised Admission Portal) is used exclusively for undergraduate admissions at VJRC and other CU-affiliated colleges. M.Sc Microbiology admission is conducted through the University of Calcutta centralised PG admission portal. Candidates apply through the CU portal, and seats are allotted based on merit for Part A or through the departmental entrance test for Part B. The WBCAP portal is not involved in the M.Sc admission process at any stage.

Ques. What career options are available after M.Sc Microbiology from VJRC?

Ans. M.Sc Microbiology graduates from VJRC can pursue PhD programmes at CU or national research institutions such as ICMR, CSIR, or IISc by qualifying CSIR-NET, GATE, or DBT-JRF examinations. Industry careers include roles in pharmaceutical quality control, clinical microbiology in hospitals and diagnostic labs, biotech research, and food and beverage safety testing. Government positions in public health laboratories, DRDO, and state health departments are accessible through competitive examinations. Teaching in colleges is available after qualifying the UGC-NET.