NISER Bhubaneswar Dissertation Project 2026
Searching for an exciting project dissertation opportunity in biological sciences? The latest notification from NISER Bhubaneswar Careers offers an outstanding platform for postgraduate and integrated MSc students to gain hands-on research experience in cutting-edge biological sciences projects. This is an excellent Biological Sciences Career pathway and a golden opportunity for life science graduates to work under expert faculty guidance at one of India’s premier research institutes.
About NISER Bhubaneswar
National Institute of Science Education and Research is a premier autonomous research institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. The institute is internationally recognized for excellence in scientific education and advanced research across multiple disciplines. The School of Biological Sciences at NISER provides world-class infrastructure, interdisciplinary research opportunities, and expert mentorship, making it a leading destination for students seeking a strong Biological Sciences Career and meaningful project dissertation experience.
Programme Details:
- Programme Title: Long-Term / Dissertation Project Work Programme – 2026
- Institute: National Institute of Science Education and Research
- School: School of Biological Sciences
- Location: Bhubaneswar
- Last Date to Apply: 29 May 2026
About the Programme
The School of Biological Sciences at National Institute of Science Education and Research invites applications for the Long-Term / Dissertation Project Work Programme for August–December 2026.
The programme is designed for postgraduate and integrated MSc students pursuing dissertation or thesis work in Biological Sciences. Selected students will work under the supervision of faculty members on active research projects involving experimental work, data analysis, and dissertation preparation.
Programme Duration
- Programme Type: Long-Term / Dissertation Project
- Duration: Maximum 5 Months
- Programme Period: August – December 2026
Extension beyond 5 months is generally not permitted. In exceptional cases, one extension may be considered based on performance and project requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in PG or Integrated MSc programmes related to Biological Sciences at recognized universities or institutions.
- Require dissertation/thesis work as part of their academic curriculum.
Important Conditions
Candidates who have previously availed this programme at NISER are not eligible to apply again. Applications will only be considered for advertised faculty vacancies/research areas.
Research Areas & Faculty Supervisors
| Faculty / PI | Research Area |
| Debasmita P. Alone | Molecular pathogenesis of pseudoexfoliation glaucoma |
| Rittik Deb | Anthropocene impact on biodiversity |
| Pankaj V Alone | GTPase activity and translation initiation |
| Kishore CS Panigrahi | Flowering time control in plants |
| Himabindu Vasuki K | Flavonoid metabolism in tomato mutants |
| Saleem Mohammed | Transcriptomics and proteomics of macrophage responses |
| Rudresh Acharya | Structural characterization of transmembrane peptides |
| Abdur Rahaman | Regulation of mitochondrial fission/fusion in Tetrahymena |
Preferred Background for Some Projects
- Bioinformatics
- Computational Biology
- Python
- R Programming
- RNA-Seq Analysis
Fee & Accommodation
| Facility | Charges |
| Programme Fee (Private Institutions) | ₹10,000 for 5 months |
| Hostel Accommodation | ₹30 per day (subject to availability) |
Additional Information
No stipend or financial support will be provided. Students must arrange their own laptops for coding/computational work.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates must submit applications via email only.
Required Documents
Applicants must send:
- Filled application form
- Bonafide-cum-No Objection Certificate
- Supporting documents
All documents should be merged into a single PDF file and emailed to the respective faculty/PI.
Tentative Result Announcement
Selected candidates will be announced on the NISER website by 08 June 2026.
Important Instructions
Applications will not be considered if they are:
- Submitted after the deadline
- Incomplete
- Without Bonafide-cum-No Objection Certificate
- Not in the prescribed format
- Submitted by candidates not currently enrolled in a PG/Integrated programme
Programme Rules & Conditions
- Selected students must comply with institutional regulations, including:
- Research data and intellectual property generated during the project will belong entirely to NISER.
- Students may use generated data only for dissertation/thesis preparation under faculty supervision.
- Publication or external use of research data without prior institutional approval is prohibited.
- Students must maintain confidentiality regarding institute data and laboratory activities.
- Strict disciplinary action may be taken in case of misconduct or policy violations.
- Hostel, library, and internet facilities must be used according to institute regulations.
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