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NABI PhD Admission 2023 For Biotechnology – Applications Invited

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National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
( an Autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry
of Science &Technology, Govt. of India)
Sector-81, Knowledge City, Mohali-140306, Punjab (INDIA)

Advertisement No.NABI/Admin/5(1)/2022-23/ACAD-02
RCB-NABI Ph.D. (Biotechnology) Program Admission 2023

National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), Mohali is inviting applications from motivated students for admission to the PhD degree program in Biotechnology for the August-September 2023 session. NABI is recognized as a centre by the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), Faridabad, for conducting PhD (Biotechnology) programs. The program will be conducted at NABI, and the degree will be awarded by RCB (www.rcb.res.in), an institute of national importance established through an act of parliament.

Duration of PhD course – The duration is for 5 years and a maximum of 7 years.

Area of PhD research work – Agricultural biotechnology, Food Biotechnology, Nutrition Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Nanobiosciences, Post-harvest technology, functional foods, Genomics and Computational

Biology

Number of Seats31 (Reservation of seats: as per GOI guidelines)

Eligibility Criteria

a) Essential qualification:

a) MSc/MTech in any area of life sciences/MPharma/ MVSc/MBBS or an equivalent degree.
b) 55% total marks or equivalent score in the qualifying degree (5% relaxation in marks will be given to SC/ST/OBC(non-creamy layer)/PWD as per GOI norms)
c) In addition to the above, candidates applying for admission must qualify a national-level test for pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy program. Such tests include doctoral fellowship or admission eligibility tests conducted at the national level by recognized government agencies, such as the University Grants Commission (UGC), Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), or any other government-recognized agency.
d) Additionally, applicants who have qualified in GATE or any other national-level examination will also be considered for admission.

Candidates who have appeared or will be appearing in the qualifying degree examination (final year/final semester) and are awaiting their results are also eligible to apply. However, admission is subject to fulfilling the aforementioned criteria/requirements satisfactorily at the time of joining.

b) Fellowship

  1. The students admitted to the program should have their own fellowship from any of the recognized granting agencies.
  2. In addition to this, a limited number of selected candidates who do not have their own fellowship (such as GATE or National exam qualified) may be offered the NABI-Core fellowship based on merit.

The intake of students for the Academic Year 2023-24 is 31, and the reservation of the seats will be as follows:

a) 27% seats for OBC (non-creamy layer), 15% seats for SC, 7.5% seats for ST and 5% seats for Persons with Disabilities (PWD) as per the reservation policy of the Government of India (with a minimum disability to the extent of 40%) in pursuance of Provisions of Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016. Reservation of 5% seats in respect of PWD candidates shall be done horizontally, as per the Government of India Guidelines/Policy.

b) The candidates belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) who are not covered under the reservation for SCs, STs, and OBCs will have 10% reservation in admissions. The candidates should submit the certificate as per Annexure – “A”.

c) All reserved category candidates are required to submit a certificate in respect of their claims from the appropriate authority as notified by the Government of India for the purpose from time to time.

Screening cum Selection Process:

Applications received ONLY through the ONLINE MODE in the prescribed format will be considered. Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.

The consideration of qualifications as ‘equivalent’ to the essential qualifications stated above shall be the sole discretion of the Screening/Selection Committee.

Please note that the prescribed essential qualifications are minimum, and the mere possession of the same does not entitle any candidate to be called for the interview/VivaVoce. Merit-based shortlisting of the candidates will be carried out by the screening committee (on well-defined criteria including excellent academic credentials, own fellowship etc.). However, the institute will have the discretion to fix qualifying marks for the interview/Viva-Voce (wherever applicable).

The details of Admission, Application Form, and Ph.D. course work are available at NABI website (www.nabi.res.in).

NABI will not be held responsible for any delays or system failures that may occur atthe candidate’s end.

The decision of NABI in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or rejection of the application, mode of selection and conduct of interviews will be final and binding on the candidates.

For any legal dispute, the courts of law at the Honourable High court of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh will have the jurisdiction.

How to Apply:

The eligible candidates shall apply through online mode, and the link will be available in http://recruitment.nabi.res.in/nabiPhd/login and also upload the supporting documents as per the given format. Applications received in any mode other than online will not be accepted.

The following important dates may be noted:

1. Start date for online submission of Application Form June 21, 2023
2. Last date for submission of online Application Form and
online fee
July 31, 2023 till 05:30 PM
3. Date of Interview August 24, 2023 (Tentatively)
10:00 AM onwards

 

It is advised to keep the following scanned documents ready before filling out the online application form

(It is suggested to scan the documents from your originals. The documents should be uploaded at appropriate places)

1) Photograph
2) Signature
3) Proof of date of birth
4) Certificates for the educational qualifications.
5) Fellowship Certificate including GATE fellowship or any other fellowship
5) Category certificate, if any
6) Any other information

If any technical assistance is required with regard to the submission of the application, the candidate may contact the ICT team through [email protected] or call +91-172-5221193/100/245.

If there is any Corrigendum/ Amendments in the advertisement, it shall be published on institute website only. Before applying, candidates may refer to the NABI website.

To know more about ‘National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute’, kindly visit our website
www.nabi.res.in.

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Possible interview Questions:
  1. Can you explain your research experience and how it aligns with the areas of PhD research work mentioned in the job advertisement?
    • Answer: I have extensive research experience in [mention specific areas] during my MSc/MTech/MBBS program. I have worked on projects related to [provide examples], which allowed me to gain a deep understanding of [mention relevant concepts]. This experience directly aligns with the areas of PhD research work mentioned in the job advertisement, such as [mention relevant areas].
  2. Have you qualified for any national-level tests or exams conducted by recognized government agencies, such as UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DST, or DBT? If so, please elaborate on your achievements.
    • Answer: Yes, I have qualified for [mention the name of the test or exam] conducted by [mention the agency]. This national-level test assesses the knowledge and skills required for pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy program. I achieved [mention your rank or score] in this test, which demonstrates my proficiency in the field of biotechnology.
  3. Can you explain your fellowship status? Do you currently have your own fellowship or have you qualified for any national-level examination that makes you eligible for a fellowship?
    • Answer: I have been awarded [mention the name of the fellowship] based on my performance in [mention the qualifying examination]. This fellowship provides financial support for pursuing the PhD program. It is recognized by [mention the granting agency]. This fellowship will enable me to focus on my research work and contribute effectively to the program.
  4. How do you plan to contribute to the research activities at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) during your PhD program?
    • Answer: During my PhD program, I intend to actively engage in research activities at NABI by collaborating with fellow researchers and faculty members. I will contribute by conducting rigorous research in the field of biotechnology, generating new knowledge, and publishing my findings in reputable scientific journals. Additionally, I aim to participate in seminars, conferences, and workshops to enhance my understanding of the subject and contribute to the scientific community.
  5. How do you envision your research work contributing to the fields of agricultural biotechnology, food biotechnology, or other relevant areas mentioned in the job advertisement?
    • Answer: My research work in the areas of agricultural biotechnology and food biotechnology aims to address key challenges and explore innovative solutions. By investigating topics such as [mention specific research interests], I aim to contribute to advancements in crop productivity, food security, and sustainable agriculture. Additionally, my research findings can potentially have practical applications in the development of novel biotechnological approaches and the improvement of food quality and safety.

Note: The answers provided here are generic examples and should be tailored to reflect the candidate’s actual qualifications, experiences, and research interests.

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