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Utkal University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
ଉତ୍କଳ ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ
ଭୁବନେଶ୍ୱର, ଓଡ଼ିଶା
Estd 1943
UGC Category 1 University
Oldest University of Odisha
17th University of India

With Microbes, Life Evolves

The Department of Applied Microbiology at Utkal University has been offering the M.Sc. Applied Microbiology Programme since 2000 and has produced more than 100 Masters students in the discipline. The programme is designed to meet the needs of students preparing for national level eligibility tests, while also building strong foundations in modern microbiology. Its four-semester curriculum covers fundamentals of microbiology, microbial diversity, physiology, molecular biology, ecology, genetics, immunology, biostatistics, instrumentation, microbial biotechnology, agricultural microbiology, plant pathology, industrial microbiology, environmental microbiology, and pharmaceutical and clinical microbiology.
Thrust Areas of Research
  • Microbial Diversity and Taxonomy.
  • Microbial Physiology and Molecular Biology.
  • Microbial Ecology and Genetics.
  • Agricultural Microbiology and Plant Pathology.
  • Industrial Microbiology and Microbial biotechnology.
  • Environmental Microbiology and Bioremediation.
  • Pharmaceutical and Clinical Microbiology.
  • Immunology and Antimicrobial studies.
  • Biostatistics and Instrumentation in Microbiology.
Vision
  • To be a centre of excellence in higher education with focus on innovative teaching, learning, research, consultancy and extension activities in the field of Microbiology.
Strategic Goals
To provide a platform for free flow of ideas where discovery, creativity and professional development finds a scope for fulfillment in this advanced field of science To ensure academic excellence in this dynamic knowledge economy by exposing the students to new ideas, new ways of understanding, new ways of knowing in their journey of intellectual transformation
Mission
  • To provide the students with the knowledge, skill in this advanced field of science
  • To create and disseminate knowledge through interdisciplinary research and creative inquiry in the field of Microbiology
  • To equip the students with problem-solving, leadership and teamwork skills and inculcating a sense of commitment to quality, ethical behavioral and respect for others
Distinctive Features
  • Balanced semester-wise teaching with both theoretical and practical training across core and applied microbiology.
  • Wide academic coverage spanning agricultural, industrial, environmental, pharmaceutical, and clinical microbiology.
  • Research and dissertation-oriented training that prepares students for advanced study and professional careers
  • Diverse elective offerings including Botany, Biotechnology, Environmental Science & Zoology.

Faculty



Sl.No. Programmes Number of seats
1 P.G. 20
2 Ph.D. 4

Content
Sl.No. Programme Download
3 MICROBIOLOGY SYLLABUS
Objectives & Outcomes
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News & Events

Celebration of Annual Function of the Department on 9th May 2026

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Celebration of Annual Function of the Department on 9th May 2026

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Notice & Circular

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  • One ICT enabled classroom
  • Class Interactive/ Group Discussion/ Quizzes etc.
  • A seminar library exists that is having approximately 304 nos. of Reference books.
  • Seminar/ Webinar/ Lectures conducted
  • A laboratory for conducting Practical components of the syllabus of SFC Applied Microbiology.
  • Provision for Field study/ Industrial to

Laboratory: Laboratory is well-equipped with various instruments and chemicals required for smooth conduct of Practical classes. The instruments include;

  • Double- distillation unit, Oven (2),
  • Autoclave (2),
  • Laminar Airflow,
  • Incubator,
  • Microscope (4),
  • pH meter,
  • Weighing balance,
  • Water bath,
  • Cold centrifuge,
  • Spectrophotometer,
  • Electrophoretic unit,
  • Fermentation unit,
  • Automatic Loop sterilizer,
  • Vertical mixture,
  • Rotary Flask Shaker,
  • Refrigerator (2).

Research Scholars

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Research Supervisors

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ILMS

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