In order to keep pace with global technological advancements and to meet the demands and challenges of the present and future, the Department of Microbiology was established in June 1996 and Post Graduate course (M.Sc. Microbiology) commenced from July 2002. The college also has a recognized Research Centre for M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Microbiology.

Departmental Facilities:

  • Qualified and experienced faculty members.
  • Visiting faculty/Guest Lectures from Pune University and Research Institutes.
  • Well furnished separate laboratories: one for BSc., three for M.Sc. & one Research Laboratory.
  • Equipments/Instruments like Biosafety cabinets, PCR, UV-visible spectrophotometers, Rota Vac evaporator, high speed refrigerated centrifuges, electrophoresis units etc are available for practicals.
  • Microbiology Syllabus related books worth Rs. 6,50,000/- are available in Central Library.
  • The department subscribes National and International Scientific Journals.
  • Access to internet and thereby to e-journals is available.