Overview

Full Name: MITS School of Biotechnology, Bhubaneswar
Short Name: MITS SB
Type: Private Institution (part of MITS Group of Institutions)
Established: 2014
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Campus: Urban campus at Bhubaneswar
Approvals & Accreditation: Approved by AICTE; affiliated to Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Odisha; NAAC grade not available as of 2024-06-08
Official Website: https://mitsbbi.edu.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Dr. Rajendra Prasad
• Principal: Prof. Dr. Sanjib Kumar Panda
• Student Strength: Approx. 300 (UG & PG combined)
• Faculty & Departments: 1 dedicated Biotechnology department with 15+ faculty members
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-674-2312345, Email: info@mitsbbi.edu.in
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-08
• NIRF & Other Rankings: Not listed in NIRF or other national ranking frameworks as of 2024-06-08

Courses & Programs

Faculty/School: School of Biotechnology

• Undergraduate: B.Tech in Biotechnology, duration 4 years, mode: regular
• Postgraduate: M.Tech in Biotechnology, duration 2 years, regular mode
• Research: Ph.D. programs available through affiliation with BPUT or jointly with research centers
• Diploma/Certifications: Short-term skill enhancement courses in bioinformatics and genetic engineering (Details not available)
• Intake: Approx. 60 seats per year for B.Tech Biotechnology

Admissions

• Mode: Entrance exam + merit based
• Accepted Exams: Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE), JEE Main scores considered for B.Tech Biotechnology
• Timeline: Applications open April-May; counselling June-July
• Admission Portal: https://mitsbbi.edu.in/admission
• Steps to Apply:
  1. Register online on official site
  2. Fill the application form with personal & academic details
  3. Upload required documents (marksheets, ID proof, category certificate)
  4. Pay application fee online
  5. Submit and attend counselling/admission interview
  6. Confirm seat by fee payment
• Offline applications: Less common; mostly online preferred

Eligibility

• B.Tech Biotechnology: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Mathematics; minimum 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories)
• M.Tech Biotechnology: B.Tech/B.E. in Biotechnology/Biochemical Engineering or related disciplines, minimum 55% marks
• Ph.D. Programs: M.Tech/M.Sc. in Biotechnology or related field, as per university norms
• Age: As per OJEE/BPUT norms; usually 17+ for UG
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, caste/category certificates if applicable, ID proof, passport size photos

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fee Range:
  UG Tuition Fee: ₹1,80,000 - ₹2,00,000 per annum
  PG Tuition Fee: ₹1,50,000 - ₹1,80,000 per annum
  Hostel Fee: ₹50,000 - ₹70,000 per annum approx.
  Exam/Other fees extra
• Scholarships: State Govt scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS; Merit-based scholarships by MITS; Central govt scholarships like National Scholarship Portal
  https://scholarships.gov.in

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Approx. 60-70% of Biotechnology graduates placed annually
• Average CTC: ₹3.5 - 5 LPA; Highest CTC reported ₹8 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Biotech companies, Pharma firms, Research organizations including Biocon, Syngene, Dr. Reddy's Labs
• Placement Cell Contact & Link: Placement Cell, Phone: +91-674-2312345 ext 210
• Internships: Mandatory summer internships with reputed biotech and pharma companies

Campus & Facilities

• Separate boys/girls hostels with mess facilities
• Well-equipped biotech labs with modern instruments
• Library with national & international journals, e-resources
• Wi-Fi campus
• Sports grounds, gymnasium, healthcare centre on campus
• Transport facilities to/from city
• Student clubs, cultural fest 'MITS Utsav', technical symposiums

Faculty & Research

• Experienced faculty with Ph.Ds from reputed Indian institutes
• Research focus on molecular biology, bioinformatics, genetics, and industrial biotechnology
• Research grants from DST, DBT periodically
• Patents filed on biotech innovations (specifics not available publicly)
• MoUs with industry and academic partners for R&D and internships

Rankings

• NIRF: Not ranked as of 2024-06-08
• NAAC: Not accredited/not available on official portals
• Other Rankings: Not listed in QS, India Today, Outlook rankings

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results and seat matrix published on BPUT official website annually
• OJEE cut-off lists for Biotechnology published in June-July every year
• Category-wise cut-offs vary; general category ~75-80 percentile in OJEE

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (~5 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bhubaneswar Railway Station (~6 km)
• Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws, city buses, app-based cab services easily available

FAQs

Q1: What is the admission process for B.Tech Biotechnology at MITS SB?

A1: Admission is through OJEE or JEE Main merit. Apply online on the official website, complete counselling and fee payment.

Q2: Are scholarships available for SC/ST students?

A2: Yes, state and central government scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories.

Q3: Does MITS SB offer Ph.D. programs?

A3: Yes, Ph.D. programs are offered in collaboration with BPUT and research institutes.

Q4: What is the approximate tuition fee for B.Tech Biotechnology?

A4: Tuition fees range roughly from ₹1.8 to 2 lakh per annum.

Q5: Is MITS SB accredited by NAAC?

A5: Currently, NAAC accreditation is not available for MITS School of Biotechnology.

Q6: What facilities are available on campus?

A6: Hostel, library, sports, wi-fi, labs with modern equipment, healthcare, and transport facilities are provided.

Q7: What is the placement record of MITS SB?

A7: Around 60-70% students are placed every year with average packages of ₹3.5-5 LPA.

Q8: How to contact the admission office?

A8: Contact at +91-674-2312345 or email info@mitsbbi.edu.in.