Acharya Nagarjuna University was set up in the year 1976 and it is popularly known as the Nagarjuna University. The Nagarjuna University is situated in the state of Andhra Pradesh. At first they have been conducting only about ten post graduate courses. But as they progressed with qualitative improvements on the different aspects of education, they started offering more post graduate courses at the main campus of the University.

Structure of Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance exam

The Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance examination is structured in an objective type format. The question paper contains a total of 100 questions that covers the entire syllabus. The students have to finish the examination within a time limit of 90 minutes.

Syllabus of Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance exam

• Life Sciences
• Mathematics Concepts in Biotechnology
• Introduction to Computers
• Microbiology
• Bioenergetics Cell Biology
• Genetics
• Biostatistics
• Chemical Engineering
• Immunology
• Molecular Biology
• Enzyme Technology
• Plant Tissue Culture
• Microbial Processing Engineering
• Animal Biotechnology
• Recombinant DNA Technology
• Developmental Biology
• Bioinformatics
• Food Biotechnology
• Plant Biotechnology
• Down Stream Processing
• Biosensor
• Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology

Eligibility Criteria

The aspirants those who have completed the Bachelors degree in Biotechnology/ Biomedical Engineering/ M.Sc in Biotechnology/Biomedical Science are qualified to appear for the Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance examination.

How to apply?

The students can procure the application forms from the specified centers. They have to pay an application fees of Rs 500/- for the same. Candidates can also purchase the application forms through post by sending a request to the address that has been prescribed by the University. They also have to attach a demand draft of Rs. 500/- . The duly filled application forms have to be sent to the concerned address. The forms should reach the University on or before the last date.

How to fill the form?

The candidates have to fill the application forms with utmost care. They should read the information brochure before filling the application forms. They have to strictly follow the guide lines that have been prescribed in it. Students have to fill the details in the appropriate given spaces. After filling the forms, recheck whether you have entered the details in all the mandatory fields.

Important dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Commencement of sale of applications: Mid week of March, 2012

Last date for receipt of filled-in applications without Late Fee: Mid week of April, 2012

Last date for receipt of filled-in applications with a Late Fee of Rs.500/-: Third week of April, 2012

Schedule of PG Entrance Tests (Tentative): First week of May. 2012

List of Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance exam Centres

• Vijayawada
• Ongol
• Guntur

Contact address for Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance exam

• Address: Prof. M.V.S. Koteswara Rao, Director, Directorate of Admissions, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nagarjunanagar-522 510, Andhra Pradesh
• Telephone no: 0863-2346171/138, 2293263, 9440258811/22
• Website: www.anu.ac.in

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Reference Books for Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech BiotechnologyEntrance Exam

• Health for All Agriculture and Nutrition, Bioindustry and Environment: Analyses and Recommendations By The World Life Sciences
• Biological Effects of Extremely Low Frequency Electromagnetic Fields: Proceedings (Doe Symposium) By Wash Hanford Life Sciences, Richard D Phillips, Electric Power Research Institute, M F Gillis, United States Department Of , Pacific Northwest Laboratory
• Biomedical Models and Resources: Current Needs and Future Opportunities By Institute For Laboratory Animal, Commission On Life Sciences
• Concepts in Biotechnology  By Charles F A Bryce
• Biotechnology: Concepts and Applications HB  By Vittal
• Biotechnology Demystifying The Concepts  By David Bourgaize Thomas
• Pharmaceutical Biotechnology: Concepts and Applications  By Gary Walsh
• Environmental Biotechnology: Concepts and Applications  By Hans Joachim Jordening , Josef Winter
• Environmental Biotechnology: Basic Concepts and Applications, Second Edition  By Indu Shekhar Thakur
• Bioenergetics of the Cell: Quantitative Aspects  By Valdur A Saks , Renee Ventura Clapier , Michel Rigoulet
• Cell Biology and Genetics  By Cecie Starr , Ralph Taggart , Christine Evers
• Bioenergetics of Photosynthesis (Cell Biology)  By Govindjee

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Study Plan

Concentrate more on the topics that carry the most weightage: As all the topics does not carry the same weightage, the candidate has to spend more time on the topics that has more weight age. This will help the student to get a view on the amount of time that should be assigned to for studying each topic.

Spend some time for reviewing the class notes: The candidates have to spend at least one hour per day for reviewing the class notes. They should highlight the important points while studying. Students can narrow down the specific areas of learning by scanning through the entire syllabus. The candidates will get a thorough idea of the specific areas by reading the class notes. Thus it helps the students to prepare a good summary of the topics that they have learnt.

Organize study groups: Try to form study groups. The formation of the study groups in the final minute will turn it into cram sessions. Therefore the candidates have to formulate the study groups very well in advance.

Stick on to the study schedule that you have designed: Students have to spend at least 10 to 14 hours a week to prepare for the forthcoming examination. They have to stick on to the created schedule in order to achieve success in the examination.

How and Where to get the Results?

The candidates can access the results of the Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance Test from the official website of the University.

Score Validity

The Acharya Nagarjuna University M.Tech in Biotechnology Entrance exam score will be valid for one year.