Department of Microbiology
Constituent Department of Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur
About Department of Microbiology
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
The department of Microbiology was established in the year 1981 as the first department in the entire state to impart advance teaching in this area with strong research/development backup. During the past two decades, this department has contributed significantly in the area of microbial diversity and biofertilization, mushroom biology and technology through various programmes funded by DBT, ICAR, NHB (Govt. of India). The department has a good collection of microbial germplasm – Cyanobacteria, Azospirillum, Azotobacter, Bacillus, Pleurotus, Agaricus, Tricholoma etc. In recent times, a constant effort for the domestication of mushroom through training, demonstration etc. by the department has resulted in livelihood improvement of poor section of the society of this state.
Research & Development / Topic
Research Projects-Ongoing
=> AINP on Soil biodiversity and Biofertilizers
=> AICRP on Mushroom
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Common queries about Department of Microbiology
Where is the Department of Microbiology located?
The Department of Microbiology is an academic teaching department of Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur, located in Samastipur, Bihar, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Microbiology are conducted as per Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Microbiology?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Rajendra Agricultural University, Samastipur.