Bioinformatics Engineering
Combines computer science, big data and life science to analyse huge volumes of genetic information.
Overview
Bioinformatics combines Computer Science, Big Data and Life Science to provide solutions to experts working with huge volumes of genetic information. It focuses on molecules like DNA. These Engineers have an expertise in Genetics, Laboratory techniques, and Research protocols, and use Bioinformatics methodology to analyse Biological data.
Where they work
- Academic sector, with researchers and universities
- Pharmaceutical companies
Work environment
Companies usually work for 5 to 6 days a week and 8 to 9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company. Shift system might be applicable.
Opportunities for differently abled exist in this field.
Skills and interests
This career might suit you if…
- You enjoy Science and Maths
- You like to do experiments
- You are good with computers
- You like to analyse things
Eligibility and education roadmap
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment.
Route 1
- 1Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry and Biology).
- 2Complete Bachelor's (B.Tech/B.E./B.Sc) in Bioinformatics
Alternative route 2
- 1Complete Bachelor's followed by a Master's (M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc) in the same discipline
Alternative route 3
- 1Complete Diploma in Bioinformatics.
Forms, exams and applications
For admissions, you must qualify entrance examination conducted at national level (JEE Main, JEE Advanced etc.) or state level (WBJEE, AP EAMCET etc.) or institute level (VET, IP etc.). Check the official notification for current eligibility and dates.
Exam names above are as printed in the source card. Application windows, eligibility and syllabi change — always check the official notification for current dates.
Where to apply
The course is offered by the Department of Bioinformatics. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government institutes
- Buxi Jagabandhu Bidyadhar Autonomous College, Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Government Holkar Science College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
- Post Graduate Government College for Girls, Sector 42, Chandigarh
- Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
- Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai, Tamil Nadu
- Madras Veterinary College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Government Kamla Raja Girls Post Graduate College, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
- Andhra University College of Engineering, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private institutes
Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited before applying.
- Dr DY Patil Arts Commerce and Science College, Pune, Maharashtra
- Sri Krishna Arts and Science College, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
- St Xaviers College, Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Anwarul Uloom College, Hyderabad, Telangana
- Stella Maris College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- St Aloysius College Autonomous, Mangaluru, Karnataka
- UC College Aluva – Union Christian College, Kerala
- Guru Nanak Khalsa College of Arts Science and Commerce, Mumbai, Maharashtra
Distance learning
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
These institute lists are indicative examples from the source card, not a ranked or complete directory. Always verify accreditation on the institute's official website.
Career outcomes
Growth path
- 1Bioinformatics Research Trainee
- 2Bioinformatics Engineer
- 3Bioinformatics Research Lead
- 4Senior Bioinformatics Engineer
- 5Head of Bioinformatics
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Student action plan
What you can do this month
- Read this whole roadmap and note any subjects, exams or institutes you don't recognise yet.
- Talk to a teacher or school counsellor about how your current subjects connect to Science, Maths, Computer Science.
- Look for a school club, competition or online course related to researching.
- Shortlist 2–3 institutes from the list above and check their official website for current admission details.
- Save this career and compare it with 1–2 others you're considering.
Sources and update notice
- Career card source: Exploring Career Paths with Career Cards, Volume 2, printed page 453 (NCERT / UNICEF India / PSSCIVE Bhopal, First Edition, April 2025).
- Income source: https://www.payscale.com/research/IN/Job=Bioinformatician/Salary
- Last reviewed on this site: 2026-08-21
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