JMI M.Sc. Microbiology Entrance 2027–28: Syllabus, Eligibility & Coaching
Everything you need for the Jamia Millia Islamia M.Sc. Microbiology entrance: the topic-wise syllabus, official eligibility and 2026 test schedule, a preparation plan, and online or classroom coaching at Meer Sir Academy, Jamia Nagar.
Prepared by the Meer Sir Academy science faculty · Updated 22 October 2026 · Based on official JMI 2026–27 admission documents
About JMI M.Sc. Microbiology
M.Sc. (Microbiology) at Jamia Millia Islamia is a self-financed evening programme run by the Department of Biosciences. Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test, which in 2026–27 carried programme code M75.
The entrance tests bachelor’s-level biology with the main weight on microbiology: microbial diversity and growth, bacteriology, virology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology and applied microbiology.
The facts below come from JMI’s official 2026–27 entrance schedule. The 2027–28 notification has not been released yet; we will update this page when it is.
Who can apply
For 2026–27: a bachelor’s degree in any area of Life Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture or Pharmacy with at least 50% marks in aggregate. Final-year students should check the prospectus for rules on appearing candidates.
JMI M.Sc. Microbiology entrance syllabus
The paper is set at bachelor’s level. These units, followed by Meer Sir Academy, cover what the questions are drawn from. JMI can revise the paper each year, so confirm the syllabus in the official 2027–28 prospectus.
1. General microbiology
- History, scope and microbial diversity
- Microscopy, staining and microbial taxonomy
- Nutrition, culture media and cultivation
- Growth curve and growth measurement
- Sterilisation and control of microorganisms
2. Bacteriology
- Bacterial morphology and cell structure
- Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria
- Bacterial metabolism and physiology
- Medically important bacterial groups
3. Virology
- Structure and classification of viruses
- Viral replication and bacteriophages
- Plant and animal viruses
- Viroids and prions
4. Cell biology
- Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
- Membranes, organelles and cytoskeleton
- Cell transport and signalling
- Cell cycle and cell division
5. Genetics and microbial genetics
- Mendelian genetics, linkage and crossing over
- Mutations and mutagens
- Chromosome structure and sex determination
- Transformation, transduction and conjugation
6. Molecular biology
- DNA structure, replication and repair
- Transcription, translation and the genetic code
- Regulation of gene expression (operons)
7. Biochemistry
- Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids
- Enzymes and vitamins
- Bioenergetics and major metabolic pathways
8. Immunology
- Innate and adaptive immunity
- Antigens, antibodies and antigen–antibody reactions
- Complement system and MHC
- Hypersensitivity, autoimmunity and vaccines
9. Recombinant DNA technology
- Restriction enzymes and cloning vectors
- PCR, electrophoresis and DNA sequencing
- Applications of biotechnology
10. Applied microbiology
- Industrial: fermentation, fermenters, antibiotics, enzymes
- Food: spoilage, preservation, fermented foods
- Environmental: biogeochemical cycles, bioremediation, biofertilisers
- Medical: host–pathogen interaction, antimicrobial resistance
11. Biostatistics and bioinformatics
- Mean, median, mode and standard deviation
- Basic probability
- Biological databases and sequence analysis
Entrance test: 2026 schedule and what to expect in 2027
| 2026–27 (official) | 2027–28 (expected) | |
|---|---|---|
| Programme code | M75 | To be confirmed in the prospectus |
| Entrance test | 18 May 2026, 3:00–4:30 PM | May 2027 |
| Test duration | 1 hour 30 minutes | To be confirmed |
| Selection list | Within 20–25 days of the test | Similar |
The 2027 column is our estimate from the 2026 schedule, not an official date. Source: JMI University Entrance Test Dates 2026–27.
Official documents
Meer Sir Academy is an independent coaching institute. Admissions, tests and results are conducted by Jamia Millia Islamia.
How we prepare you
Preparation plan
- Start with general microbiology and cell biology; the rest builds on them
- Cover genetics, molecular biology and biochemistry next
- Add immunology, virology and applied microbiology
- Keep one-page notes for pathways, organisms and techniques
- Practise MCQs topic by topic and review every wrong answer
- Take full-length timed mock tests from March and apply before the deadline
Coaching fee for M.Sc. Microbiology
Meer Sir Academy coaching fee: Online ₹23,000 · Offline ₹35,000.
Career and higher-study options after M.Sc. Microbiology
JMI M.Sc. Microbiology: common questions
Does Jamia Millia Islamia offer M.Sc. Microbiology?
Yes. JMI offers M.Sc. (Microbiology) as a self-financed evening programme run by the Department of Biosciences. Admission is through JMI’s own entrance test (programme code M75 in 2026–27).
What is the eligibility for JMI M.Sc. Microbiology?
For 2026–27: a bachelor’s degree in any area of Life Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture or Pharmacy with at least 50% marks in aggregate.
When is the JMI M.Sc. Microbiology entrance exam 2027?
JMI has not announced the 2027–28 schedule yet (as of 22 October 2026). In 2026 the M75 test was held on 18 May 2026 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM. Expect a similar May window in 2027.
What is the syllabus for the JMI M.Sc. Microbiology entrance?
Bachelor’s-level life sciences with the main weight on microbiology: general microbiology, bacteriology, virology, cell biology, genetics, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, recombinant DNA technology and applied (industrial, food, environmental and medical) microbiology.
Is JMI M.Sc. Microbiology a regular daytime course?
No. It is a self-financed evening programme of the Department of Biosciences. Fees are set in the prospectus for each session.
Can B.Pharm., MBBS or B.Sc. Agriculture graduates apply?
Yes. For 2026–27 JMI accepted a bachelor’s degree in any area of Life Sciences, Medicine, Agriculture or Pharmacy with at least 50% marks, so these graduates were eligible.
Can I prepare for JMI, AMU and CUET-PG Microbiology together?
Yes. The core biology overlaps strongly. Build a common foundation first, then check each exam’s own syllabus and paper in its 2027–28 bulletin.
What is the coaching fee at Meer Sir Academy?
Online ₹23,000, offline ₹35,000, weekend batch ₹22,000 and 3-month crash course ₹20,000 for the 2027–28 session.
Start your JMI M.Sc. Microbiology preparation
Online, offline, weekend and crash-course batches for 2027–28 at Meer Sir Academy, Jamia Nagar. Al-Zahra Scholarship Test on 16 November – ₹2,00,000 in scholarships.
