RCB PhD Biotechnology Admissions 2024-25 (Autumn Semester), Apply Online
REGIONAL CENTRE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY
PhD Programme in Biotechnology Admissions 2024-25 (Autumn Semester)
The Institution
The Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) is an Institution of National Importance created by an Act of Parliament, established by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, under the auspices of UNESCO. RCB has emerged as a pioneering institute for research in Biotechnology and is defining new horizons in providing world-class education, training, and research at the interface of multiple disciplines.
RCB is committed to exploring new frontiers, furthering science, and connecting contemporary and emergent areas of Biotechnology through cutting-edge research. The Centre is equipped with state-of-the-art research laboratories on par with global standards. Its Advanced Technology Platform Centre (ATPC) is a highly sophisticated instrumentation facility comprising high throughput technology platforms such as:
- Genomics
- Proteomics
- Mass Spectrometry
- Microscopy platforms, including Electron Microscopy and Super Resolution Confocal Microscopy
- Molecular Interaction
- Animal Experimentation Platforms
RCB has also established a Bio-incubator in association with BIRAC (DBT) that links promising research outcomes to commercialization by nurturing technology development in the broa
d area of biopharmaceuticals.The Doctoral Degree Programme
The Centre offers a doctoral programme leading to the award of a PhD degree to students holding a post-graduate degree (or an equivalent) in any field of science, medicine, or technology. The selected students undergo coursework followed by research leading to a doctoral thesis under the mentorship of a faculty.
The programme is suited to candidates interested in working at the interface of multiple disciplines in the areas related (but not limited) to:
- Structural biology
- Molecular medicine
- Infectious disease biology
- Agricultural biotechnology
- Systems and synthetic biology
- Cancer & cell biology
The details of various research programmes at RCB can be found on our website (www.rcb.res.in).
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualifications: MSc/MTech in any branch of Life Sciences/Chemistry/Physics/MPharma/MVSc/MBBS or an equivalent degree.
- Qualifying Marks: 60% aggregate score or equivalent grade in the qualifying degree examination (5% relaxation for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/differently-abled allowed as per the GoI norms).
- No of seats: 17
- Reservation of seats: As per the GoI guidelines.
- In addition to the above, candidates should have qualified for any of the following examinations and hold a valid fellowship offer at the time of the interview:
- Joint CSIR-UGC test for Junior Research Fellowship (CSIR/UGC JRF)
- DBT Junior Research Fellowship (DBT-JRF)
- ICMR Junior Research Fellowship (ICMR-JRF)
- Any other nationally competitive fellowship offered by the Government of India having a valid fellowship for a period of 5 years
Selection Process
- The application shall be submitted as per the link given below.
- Subsequently, an application fee of Rs. 500/-, if applicable, is to be submitted by the applicant before the due date. SC/ST/PwD/EWS candidates are exempt from payment of the application fee.
- The applications received by the due date will be scrutinized for eligibility. Eligible candidates will be called for a written test and/or interview on 19-20 December 2024 at RCB, Faridabad.
- Providing false/incorrect information in the application form or non-possession of essential qualifications detected at any stage of the selection process will lead to the disqualification of the candidate.
- The decision of the Competent Authority at RCB shall be final and binding in this regard.
Fellowship
- The students admitted to the programme will have to avail the fellowship for which they have qualified as per the rules of the funding agency.
- RCB will have no financial liability regarding the same.
Fees
The student admitted to the PhD programme will have to pay the following fees:
- Laboratory Fees: Rs. 6000 per semester
- Tuition Fees (1st & 2nd Semester Only): Rs. 6000 per semester
- Academic Administration Fees: Rs. 5000 per semester
- Medical Fees: Rs. 3000 per semester
- Student Amenities Fees: Rs. 1000 per semester
- Caution Money: Rs. 5000 (once, at the time of admission, refundable)
- Thesis Examination Fees: Rs. 10000 (at the time of submission of thesis)
- Hostel security and charges will be applicable in case availing hostel facility.
Application Process
- Online Form for PhD Admissions
- Application Fee: Rs. 500/- (to be submitted in continuation with the online form)
- The last date for submitting online applications is 10.11.2024
For admission-related queries, please write to [email protected].
For application fee payment-related queries, please write to [email protected].
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