Biotechnology

Shaping the Future of Life Sciences

Established in 2002, the Department of Biotechnology offers a cutting-edge curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills for the rapidly growing biotechnology industry. Our programmes blend engineering expertise with a deep understanding of biological, physical, and computational sciences.

With a strong emphasis on fundamentals, the curriculum is flexible at advanced stages, preparing students to drive innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability, while opening doors to diverse biotechnology-based industries.

Specialised Programmes

M.Tech. Food Processing Technology

Master the art of transforming raw ingredients into high-quality, safe, and nutritious food products using advanced technologies.

Department Vision Statement

The Biotechnology department will be a hub of knowledge-driven innovation for improving health, wealth, and the environment, while fostering a culture of honesty and compassion.

Department Mission Statement

To enhance the efficiency of education for the empowerment of human resources that can stimulate innovations related to food security, environment and health.
To foster a collaborative ecosystem that integrates engineering and biological sciences, that enables and motivates our youth to address societal challenges for the benefit of humanity.
To support and advance food processing, biotech and biomedical industries through cutting-edge research capabilities that catalyse groundbreaking discoveries.
To develop innovative technological solutions for bioprocesses, biomaterials and biomedical devices, based on translational research, and deploy them to facilitate commercialization for economic advancement.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

Engineering Knowledge: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and biotechnology to the solution of complex problems in the field of biotechnology.
Problem Analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex biotechnological problems using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
Design/Development of Solutions: Design innovative solutions for complex biotechnology-related problems and systems, considering public health, safety, cultural, societal, and environmental concerns.
Investigations of Complex Problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods, including designing experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and synthesizing information to provide valid conclusions.
Modern Tool Usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and biotechnological tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex activities with an understanding of their limitations.
The Engineer and Society: Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal, and cultural issues and the responsibilities relevant to the professional biotechnology practice.
Environment and Sustainability: Understand the impact of biotechnological solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate the knowledge needed for sustainable development.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the biotechnological practice.
Individual and Teamwork: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
Communication: Communicate effectively on complex biotechnological activities with the engineering community and society at large, including writing effective reports, designing documentation, making presentations, and giving and receiving clear instructions.
Project Management and Finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of biotechnology and engineering management principles, and apply these to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
Life-long Learning: Recognize the need for and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broad context of technological change.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

Apply biotechnological principles to design, optimize, and scale up industrial processes for the production of biofuels, biopolymers, biopharmaceuticals, enzymes, vaccines and other bio-based products, ensuring environmental sustainability and efficiency.
Utilize molecular biology, genetic engineering, and recombinant DNA technology to develop innovative solutions in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental management, addressing challenges such as disease treatment, crop improvement, and ecosystem conservation.
Develop and implement biotechnological interventions for environmental conservation, including bioremediation, waste management, and the production of eco-friendly bio-products, contributing to sustainable development goals.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1: To develop a strong foundation in biotechnology, enabling the application of innovative scientific approaches to solve complex challenges in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental sustainability.
PEO 2: To foster engagement in cutting-edge research and development, advancing biotechnology through interdisciplinary knowledge and innovation.
PEO 3: To promote continuous professional growth, ensuring adaptability to emerging technologies and readiness for leadership roles in industry, academia, and research.
PEO 4: To instill ethical and societal responsibility, applying biotechnology expertise to address societal needs and contribute to sustainability and social well-being.

Department Highlights

Infrastructure and Facilities

Placements

Through strategic partnerships with leading companies, tailored career development workshops, and personalised guidance, GITAM Career Guidance Centre is committed to helping you secure rewarding internships and coveted job opportunities upon graduation.

Class of	2021	2022	2023	2024
Number of Recruiters	66	85	65	68
Number of Offers	246	233	250	143
Number of Students Placed	219	190	201	123
Highest Salary Package	12	9.8	13.58	16.22
Average Salary Package	6	5.97	6.44	6.7