B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology)

Chandigarh University
FormatOn Campus
Eligibility10+2 with PCM
Commencement23 Feb '26
Duration4 Years
AI Integration10%
Experiential45%

About the Programme

B.Sc (Hons) - Microbiology

B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology)
Chandigarh University

B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology)

The B.Sc. Microbiology (Hons.) is a four-year undergraduate program for students fascinated by the microscopic world and how microorganisms affect health, food, agriculture, industry and the environment. You build strong foundations in cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, immunology and bioinformatics while developing practical laboratory skill. Advanced areas such as microbial genomics, molecular diagnostics, virology, immuno-technology and microbial biotechnology show where the field is heading, and hands-on laboratory work, internships, projects and a full-year research dissertation teach you to investigate real scientific questions.

Feature
Research-oriented microbiology education
Feature
Advanced laboratory, molecular and bioinformatics skills
Feature
Industry exposure with full-year research experience

Scope

Microbiology opens career opportunities across pharmaceuticals, healthcare, diagnostics, food and beverage, agriculture, environmental services and research. You can explore roles in quality control, laboratory operations, clinical microbiology, research, food safety, regulatory support and biotechnology. Emerging areas such as antimicrobial resistance, microbial genomics, molecular diagnostics, microbiome studies and bioinformatics are creating new directions for skilled professionals.

Why Choose B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology) with CU?

Microbiology for the Future
01

Microbiology for the Future

Microbial genomics, bioinformatics, enzyme technology, genetic engineering and molecular diagnostics, the fields the discipline is actually moving toward.

Industry Partner
Chandigarh University
Programme Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Research and Industry Practice
02

Research and Industry Practice

Internships, large research projects and real practicals across pharmaceuticals, industry, healthcare, food science and environmental science.

Industry Partner
Chandigarh University
Programme Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Advanced Practical Lab Training
03

Advanced Practical Lab Training

PCR, qPCR, sequencing, culturing and scientific data analysis, the techniques that separate knowing biology from doing it.

Industry Partner
Chandigarh University
Programme Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Flexible Career Pathways
04

Flexible Career Pathways

Opportunities across diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, food safety, quality control, research, biotechnology, environmental services and higher education.

Industry Partner
Chandigarh University
Programme Duration
4 Years (8 Semesters)
Cultivating careers

Student Testimonials

Graduates of Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh, and where they were placed.

  • Vandana Chauhan
    The projects and mentoring here prepared me for the interviews long before placement season began.

    Vandana Chauhan

    Palo Alto Networks · ₹54.75 LPA

  • Harsh
    Industry sessions every semester meant I walked into my first job already knowing how teams work.

    Harsh

    Amazon · ₹45.50 LPA

  • Shanaya Trehan
    My faculty pushed me to build real things, and that portfolio is what recruiters asked about.

    Shanaya Trehan

    Microsoft · ₹42.00 LPA

  • Mansi Diwedi
    The placement cell treated every mock interview like the real one, and it showed on the day.

    Mansi Diwedi

    ResMed

  • Eeshika Dwivedi
    Learning alongside AI tools from the first year gave me an edge I did not expect.

    Eeshika Dwivedi

    Kanerika

  • Akanksha Singh
    The projects and mentoring here prepared me for the interviews long before placement season began.

    Akanksha Singh

    Nestlé

  • Pranjal Singh
    Industry sessions every semester meant I walked into my first job already knowing how teams work.

    Pranjal Singh

    Taggd

  • Adhishri Agarwal
    My faculty pushed me to build real things, and that portfolio is what recruiters asked about.

    Adhishri Agarwal

    Caelius Consulting

A Message From Our Hon'ble Chancellor

Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor of Chandigarh University
Satnam Singh SandhuChancellor, Chandigarh University

Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is a premier institute of higher education and innovation. The university stands as a testament to world-class education, where the new-age programs are led by expert faculty who shape young minds into future leaders.

At the Uttar Pradesh Campus, our seasoned faculty, distinguished for their academic excellence and industrial experience, works around the clock to create a future-ready workforce. With the help of cutting-edge technology, including AI-driven platforms and pioneering research, we aim to prepare our students for the challenges and opportunities that the professional world holds.

We offer meticulously designed programs in emerging fields like Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the rapidly changing workforce ecosystem. Sustainability is at the core of our values, and our campus draws energy-efficient infrastructure, ensuring a sustainable environment for generations to come in line with the sustainable development goals of the United Nations.

Labs, Infrastructure & Facilities

The laboratories and teaching spaces students on School of Applied Sciences’s programmes work in.

The Apple Lab at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

1 of 8: FMS Lab

Programme Curriculum

Courses in semester 1
CourseLTPCCH
Principles of MB40156
Microbial Cell Biology40156
General Chemistry-I30145
Foundations and Applications of Artificial Intelligence20022
Professional Communication & Story Telling10123
Microbial Tools and Techniques20134
Total16052126

L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours

Courses in semester 2
CourseLTPCCH
Biochemistry40156
Soil MB40156
General Chemistry-II30145
Minor Core Elective-I20134
Universal Human Values & Professional Ethics20022
Environmental Studies.20022
Total17042125

L lecture · T tutorial · P practical · C credits · CH contact hours

Programme Eligibility and Fee Details

10+2 examination with atleast 50% marks in aggregate with Physics/Chemistry and Mathematics/ Biology/ Zoology/ Botany/ Agriculture conducted by a recognized Board /University/council or its equivalent.

Program FeeAmount (per semester)Duration
Semester Fee (For Indian Students)60000/- INR4.0 Years
SAARC Fee79000/- INR
International Fee1900/- USD

CUCET - 2026 rewards your academic brilliance with global opportunities & extraordinary assistance with upto 100% Scholarships.

CUCET Phase I

ParametersCUCET Scholarship AmountAmount to pay after CUCET Scholarship
90.01 - 10060000 /- INRNIL
80 - 9030000 /- INR30000 /- INR
70 - 79.9924000 /- INR36000 /- INR
60 - 69.9918000 /- INR42000 /- INR
50 - 59.9915000 /- INR45000 /- INR
40 - 49.999000 /- INR51000 /- INR

CUCET Phase II

ParametersCUCET Scholarship AmountAmount to pay after CUCET Scholarship
90.01 - 10060000 /- INRNIL
80 - 90.0024000 /- INR36000 /- INR
70 - 79.9918000 /- INR42000 /- INR
60 - 69.9912000 /- INR48000 /- INR
50 - 59.999000 /- INR51000 /- INR
40 - 49.996000 /- INR54000 /- INR

Top Companies Hiring B.Sc (Hons) (Microbiology) Graduates

Companies that recruit at Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh.

Samsung
Cipla
Microsoft
Google
HP
Deloitte
VMware
L&T
Oracle
ICICI Securities
Motorola
ITC
Taj
Samsung
Cipla
Microsoft
Google
HP
Deloitte
VMware
L&T
Oracle
ICICI Securities
Motorola
ITC
Taj
EY
Honda
Palo Alto
Amazon
IBM
Sapient
Schindler
HCL
RBS
Muthoot Finance
TATA AIA
Jubilant Foodworks
Anchor
EY
Honda
Palo Alto
Amazon
IBM
Sapient
Schindler
HCL
RBS
Muthoot Finance
TATA AIA
Jubilant Foodworks
Anchor
Shoppers Stop
Amex
McKinsey
Dell
Flipkart
Cognizant
Hitachi
Directi
Bank of America
Godrej
Radisson
Le Meridien
Vardhaman
Shoppers Stop
Amex
McKinsey
Dell
Flipkart
Cognizant
Hitachi
Directi
Bank of America
Godrej
Radisson
Le Meridien
Vardhaman

Events & News

Milestones and projects across Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh — open to students of every school.

Kuldeep Yadav at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

01Kuldeep Yadav · CU

Sports meets AI-augmented education

International cricketer Kuldeep Yadav joins CU Uttar Pradesh as a student, and launches the CU Sports Scholarship for talented athletes.

For aspiring athletes
Education & competitive sport, together at CU-UP
CU Sports Scholarship
Launched by Kuldeep Yadav
Read the full story
The Campus Tank launch at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

02Campus Tank · Uttar Pradesh

India’s biggest university-led startup launchpad

Campus Tank Uttar Pradesh backs student founders with real capital, mentorship from industry stalwarts and incubation from CU UP itself.

Funding pool
$6 Million
Who it backs
Student founders, across every CU-UP discipline
Read the full story
India AI Convergence at Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

03India AI Convergence · 2026

An official run-up event for the India AI Impact Summit 2026

CU UP hosted India AI Convergence 2026, an official run-up to the Union Government’s AI Impact Summit, with 50+ experts from 5 countries.

Global AI voices
50+ experts & leaders
India AI Convergence 2026
Official pre-event
Read the full story
The AI Impact Summit delegation from Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh

04AI Impact Summit · Bharat 2026

India’s leading academic institution on human-centred AI education

Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh joins University Canada West (Canada) and Canterbury Institute of Management (Australia) at the AI Impact Summit 2026, leading the global conversation on “Faculty Futures 2035, Global Roadmap for Human-Centred AI Education”.

Global coalition
3 partner institutions
Faculty Futures 2035
Global roadmap for human-centred AI education
Read the full story

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Frequently Asked Questions

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You become eligible for admission into Chandigarh University after clearing the CUCET examination. Following your attempt at CUCET, the result will shortly be intimated, based on which you can submit your application for admission and avail merit-based scholarship.