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74 Best Life Sciences Programs in India

Across India, 27 universities offer 74 Life Sciences programs; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Vellore Institute of Technology, National Institute of Technology Rourkela and Shivaji University come first, because those universities rank highest.

73Assam Down Town University
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Master of Science in Zoology

Assam Down Town University · India

The Master of Science in Zoology at Assam Down Town University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen your understanding of animal biology, ecology, and conservation....

Master's Degree
2 Years
Full Time
Zoology
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74Konkan Agricultural University
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M. Sc. (Biotech.)

Konkan Agricultural University · India

Course OverviewThe Master of Science in Biotechnology at Konkan Agricultural University is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of molecular biology, biochem...

Master's Degree
2 years
Full Time
Life Sciences
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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Vellore Institute of Technology is cited most (2,233,363 citations). 4 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 34 bachelor's, 30 master's, 8 phd / doctorate and 1 diploma. Within the subject, the largest areas are Life Sciences (41), Botany (15), Zoology (14) and Biochemistry (3). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (89% of courses with a stated intake). Assam Down Town University offers the widest choice, with 6 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in India for Life Sciences?

Vellore Institute of Technology (#31 in India), National Institute of Technology Rourkela (#37 in India) and Shivaji University (#49 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Life Sciences course take in India?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Life Sciences courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Life Sciences courses in India?

Assam Down Town University, with 6, ahead of University College, Thiruvananthapuram (6).

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