BRIC-NABI PhD Admission 2026
Looking for a top-tier PhD Admission opportunity in biotechnology and life sciences? The latest BRIC-NABI Careers notification for the August (Monsoon) 2026 session is now live. This is an excellent Biotechnology Career opportunity for life science graduates who want to pursue advanced research in Agricultural Biotechnology, Food Biotechnology, Genomics, Computational Biology, and Functional Foods. With 36 seats available and research opportunities under renowned scientists, this PhD Admission announcement from BRIC-NABI is attracting candidates across India.
About BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute (NABI)
BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. The institute focuses on agricultural biotechnology, nutrition, functional foods, genomics, and translational research. BRIC-NABI is recognized nationally for its contribution to biotechnology innovation and offers excellent research exposure for students pursuing a Biotechnology Career.
PhD Admission Details:
- Ph.D. (Biotechnology) Program – August (Monsoon) 2026
- Institute: BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute
- Location: Mohali
- Program Duration: 5 Years (Maximum 7 Years)
- Total Seats: 36
- Degree Awarded By: Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB)
- Admission Session: August (Monsoon) 2026
About the Program
BRIC-National Agri-Food and Biomanufacturing Institute invites applications for admission to the Ph.D. (Biotechnology) Program for the August (Monsoon) 2026 session. The institute is recognized as a Ph.D. Centre by Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad. The Ph.D. program will be conducted at NABI, while the degree will be awarded by RCB. The program offers advanced interdisciplinary research opportunities in biotechnology, agriculture, food sciences, computational biology, and biomanufacturing.
Research Areas
The Ph.D. program offers research opportunities in the following domains:
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- Food Biotechnology
- Nutrition Biotechnology
- Bioprocessing
- Secondary Agriculture and Valorization
- Biomanufacturing
- Plant Molecular Biology
- Bioinformatics
- Nanobiosciences
- Post-Harvest Technology
- Functional Foods
- Genomics and Computational Biology
Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must possess:
- M.Sc. / M.Tech. in any Life Sciences discipline
Academic Requirement
- Minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA in the qualifying degree
- Relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PWD candidates as per Government of India norms
National-Level Eligibility Requirement
Applicants must qualify at least one national-level fellowship/admission eligibility examination such as:
- UGC-NET
- CSIR-NET
- ICMR Fellowship
- DBT Fellowship
- DST Fellowship
- NABI Fellowship
- GATE
- Any other recognized Government fellowship examination
Candidates with GATE qualification or equivalent national examinations may also be considered under NABI core grant support.
Final-Year Candidates
Candidates awaiting final semester or final year results are also eligible to apply, subject to fulfillment of eligibility conditions at the time of joining.
Fellowship Requirement
Candidates admitted to the Ph.D. program are expected to possess their own fellowship from recognized funding agencies.
Reservation Policy
Reservation of seats will follow the Government of India guidelines:
| Category | Reservation |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PWD | 5% Horizontal Reservation |
PWD reservation applies to candidates with a minimum disability of 40% under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Selection Process
- Applications will be accepted only through online mode.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Shortlisting will be merit-based and may consider:
- Academic performance
- Fellowship qualification
- Research aptitude
- Relevant experience and specialization
- Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee interview selection.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Start Date | 25 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 24 May 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Tentative Interview Schedule | First/Second Week of June 2026 |
Required Documents
Applicants should keep scanned copies of the following ready:
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Proof of Date of Birth
- Educational certificates and mark sheets
- Fellowship/GATE certificate
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Supporting documents
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through:
Additional information is available at:
For technical assistance related to application submission:
- Email: [email protected]
Scientist-wise PhD Intake (2026 August Batch)
| Scientist | Positions |
|---|---|
| Ashwani Pareek | 1 |
| Ajay K Pandey | 1 |
| Saravanamurugan S | 4 |
| Shrikant S Mantri | 3 |
| Siddharth Tiwari | 2 |
| Monika Garg | 3 |
| Kanthi Kiran Kondepudi | 1 |
| Nitin K Singhal | 1 |
| Koushik Mazumder | 1 |
| Jayeeta Bhaumik | 2 |
| Sasikumar Elumalai | 3 |
| Rupam K Bhunia | 1 |
| Rita Sharma | 2 |
| Sivasubramanian R | 1 |
| Charanpreet Kaur | 1 |
| Rajeev Nayan Bahuguna | 1 |
| Panneerselvam K | 1 |
| Meena Krishania Choudhary | 2 |
| Mohit Kumar | 1 |
| Vanish Kumar | 1 |
| Shivraj Nile | 2 |
| Sandeep Kumar | 1 |
Total Intake: 36 Seats
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