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Bioinformatics Analyst

Bioinformatics Analysts apply computational and statistical methods to analyse genomic, proteomic, and clinical datasets. In India, demand is surging across pharma majors, CSIR/ICMR institutes, and genomics startups like MedGenome and Strand Life Sciences. They build data pipelines, interpret next-generation sequencing results, and accelerate drug discovery and precision medicine.

Salary range
₹5–28 LPA
Job growth
very high
Work type
Hybrid
Paths to entry
3 routes

Actions for your grade

  • Score well in Science and Maths to keep both PCM and PCB options open.
  • Complete a beginner Python course and practise logic problems on HackerRank.
  • Explore NCERT Biotechnology chapters and MIT OpenCourseWare biology lectures.

Your complete path from Grade 10 to Bioinformatics Analyst

Every step you need — from now to your first job.

B.Tech Bioinformatics
Science

PCM background preferred; several colleges accept PCB with Mathematics.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    JEE Main or BITSAT or MHT CET
  3. Degree
    B.Tech Bioinformatics or Biotechnology (4 years)
  4. Colleges
    VIT Vellore · Manipal Institute of Technology · Sastra University
  5. Career
    Bioinformatics Analyst
B.Sc then M.Sc Route
Science

M.Sc admission at IITs and central universities is via IIT JAM or university-specific entrance.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    CUET UG
  3. Degree
    B.Sc Bioinformatics / Biotechnology (3 years) + M.Sc Bioinformatics (2 years)
  4. Colleges
    University of Hyderabad · Jawaharlal Nehru University · Banaras Hindu University
  5. Career
    Bioinformatics Analyst
B.Tech CSE pivot via Masters
Science

Strong computational profile; IIT interdisciplinary M.Tech programs are ideal pivot points.

  1. Now
    Science Stream
  2. Exams
    JEE Main or JEE Advanced
  3. Degree
    B.Tech CSE (4 years) + M.Tech / M.Sc Bioinformatics (2 years)
  4. Colleges
    IIT Delhi · IIT Bombay · IIT Madras
  5. Career
    Bioinformatics Analyst

Entrance exams

ExamEligibilityDifficultyWindow
JEE Main
NTA
Class 12 PCMVery HardJan & Apr
JEE Advanced
IIT (rotating)
JEE Main top 2.5LVery HardMay
BITSAT
BITS Pilani
Class 12 PCM, 75%+HardMay-Jun
MHT CET
Maharashtra State CET Cell
Class 12 PCM (Maharashtra domicile preferred)MediumApr-May
CUET UG
NTA
Class 12 (any stream)MediumMay-Jun

Where to Study

Institutes known to offer this career pathway in India.

VIT Vellore
Manipal Institute of Technology
Sastra University
Amity University Noida
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
University of Hyderabad
Jawaharlal Nehru University
Banaras Hindu University
University of Pune
Madurai Kamaraj University
IIT Delhi
IIT Delhi
Central GovtNew Delhi, Delhi
JEE Advanced + JoSAA
IIT Bombay
IIT Bombay
Central GovtMumbai, Maharashtra
JEE Advanced + JoSAA
IIT Madras
IIT Madras
Central GovtChennai, Tamil Nadu
JEE Advanced + JoSAAIISER Aptitude Test
IIT Kharagpur
IIT Roorkee
Recommendations only — verify eligibility, seat availability, and admission rules from official portals before applying.