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Top 10 Promising Biotechnology Colleges - 2025
Biotechnology colleges are important in training the future generation of science innovators and industry professionals. The management sector that serves these colleges has been expanding steadily as governments, private investors, and international partnerships invest money into life sciences education. Colleges are forming strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical companies, agribusinesses, and healthcare providers to develop industry-driven programs that are directly aligned with the needs of the global job market.
Biotechnology colleges are exceptional, as many universities offer specialized undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in biotechnology. These courses include more than lab-based learning; they include interdisciplinary studies, such as bioinformatics, nanotechnology, and environmental sciences. Funding projects and real-world problem-solving are earning more emphasis from many colleges, too, as students have more opportunities to put their education into practice. Schools are also working towards incorporating new trends in the education of biotechnology, such as artificial intelligence and data analytics. The digital labs, technology-enhanced simulation training methods, and global exchange programs that colleges are using to prepare students to fill roles in the workplace are only becoming more common in universities as well, with an increasing emphasis on biotechnology entrepreneurship and on-campus start-up incubators to commercialize research.
Looking ahead, the future of biotechnology colleges looks very bright. With increasing demand for sustainable solutions in healthcare, agriculture, and the environment, the need for skilled professionals will continue to grow. Colleges that blend state-of-the-art research, hands-on education, and industry connections will lead the way. Biotechnology colleges are likely to develop innovation ecosystems that foster not simply academic excellence, but also technical advances that will shape the future of society.
This issue of Higher Education Review talks about some of the professionally managed colleges in the country, which has been nurtured with best technical and professional infrastructure and assistance from efficient and skilled faculties ensuring delivery of quality higher education and research. This issue spotlights a list of ‘Top 10 Promising Biotechnology Colleges - 2025’, the list has been crafted by a team of Industry veterans, CEOs, VCs and the Higher Education Review editorial team.
Top 10 Promising Biotechnology Colleges - 2025
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Amity University
Noida
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Dr. Atul Chauhan, Chancellor | Offers comprehensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in biotechnology, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and research |
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Anna University
Chennai
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Dr. Govi Chezhiaan, Pro-Chancellor | Offers comprehensive undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in biotechnology, emphasizing researchdriven and interdisciplinary learning |
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Atmiya University
Rajkot
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P P Tyagvallabh Swamiji, President | Provides undergraduate (BSc), postgraduate (MSc), and doctoral (PhD) programs in Microbiology and Biotechnology, offering a continuum of learning and research opportunities |
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Delhi Technological University
Delhi
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Prof. Prateek Sharma, Vice Chancellor | The university emphasizes interdisciplinary learning across molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioinformatics, and industrial biotechnology, supported by modern laboratories and research facilities |
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Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Chennai
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Prof. V Kamakoti, Director | Offers cutting-edge education and research in biotechnology, integrating interdisciplinary approaches across genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, and biosafety |
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Institute of Chemical Technology
Mumbai
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Prof. Dr. Anirudha B Pandit, Vice Chancellor | The institute focuses on cutting-edge areas such as genetic engineering, industrial biotechnology, bioinformatics, and bioprocess development |
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NIIT University (NU)
Alwar
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Dr Sanjeev Kumar, HoD - Biotechnology & Bioinformatics | Offers several UG, PG, and doctoral programs in Biotechnology and Computer Science Engineering, supported by state-of-the-art research and laboratory infrastructure |
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People’s University
Bhopal
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Megha Vijaywargia, Trustee & Pro-Chancellor | Offers biotechnology programs that are uniquely interdisciplinary and include emerging disciplines such as genomics, bioinformatics, and biosafety |
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SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chengalpattu
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Dr. Ravi Pachamuthu, Pro-Chancellor - Administration | Offers an undergraduate program in biotechnology designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of applications and impact across various sectors, including healthcare, and more |
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Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore
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Dr. G Viswanathan, Chancellor | Provides UG, PG, and doctoral programs, supported by state-ofthe- art laboratories and research infrastructure, fostering innovation, scientific inquiry, and advanced training for careers |