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    MODE

    Full time

    DURATION

    84 Months

    Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy in Biotechnology duration of the Ph.D. (integrated) program is a minimum of 5 years and a maximum of 7 years.

    Research-based learning is the hallmark of RCB academic program. The Ph.D. (integrated) degree program (MSc-PhD in Biotechnology) is offered to students with a graduate degree in any discipline of science, engineering or medicine. The program in its first year (1st and 2nd semester) provides extensive learning opportunities in the broad field of life sciences and biotechnology through rigorous classroom teaching and hands-on laboratory experiments. In the second year, the student is mostly required to work in a research lab under the supervision of a research guide in an area of mutual scientific interest, and submit a Master's dissertation at the end of the 4th semester. Based on the performance review of the student, he may be advised to exit the program with a Master's degree (provided all academic and other requirements have been fulfilled) or permitted to continue in the program for pursuing the Ph.D. thesis research in the same laboratory.  At this stage, the student can also exercise his choice to exit the program with a Master's degree on satisfactory completion of the course and dissertation requirements.

    The Ph.D. (integrated) program is governed by the RCB ordinances and regulations. The course curriculum has a very significant emphasis on laboratory training and following the completion of the course work the student is required to work for a Master's dissertation followed by a Ph.D. thesis.


    Eligibility Criteria

    Indian students:

    • The students with 60% aggregate marks (or an equivalent grade point average) in Bachelor's degree in any branch of Science, Engineering, or Medicine are eligible to apply for admission. Students from the SC, ST, OBC (non-creamy layer), and PWD categories shall be given a relaxation of 5% aggregate marks. Students in the final year of their qualifying degree program are also eligible to apply provided that they produce a proof of having secured the required marks in their undergraduate degree program at the time of admission to the Ph.D. (Integrated) program.

    Foreign students:

    • The students with 60% aggregate marks (or an equivalent grade point average)  in  Bachelor's degree in any branch of Science, Engineering, or Medicine are eligible to apply for admission. Students in the final year of their qualifying degree program are also eligible to apply provided that they produce a proof of having secured the required marks in their undergraduate degree program at the time of admission to the Ph.D. (Integrated) program.

    Admission Details

    • Indian students: Eligible students are required to appear for the Joint Graduate Entrance Examination for Biology and Interdisciplinary Life Sciences (JGEEBILS)Last date for applying for JGEEBILS. Shortlisted students, based on their performance in the JGEEBILS, shall be invited to appear for interview for their final selection to the Ph.D. (Integrated) program. The interview is to assess the student for his science aptitude and interest in a career in scientific research and development.
    • Foreign students: Eligible students are required to apply online for admission and fellowship to the program. Shortlisted students shall be invited to appear for a Skype-based interview for their selection to the Ph.D. (Integrated)  program. The interview is to assess the student for his science aptitude and interest in a career in scientific research and development.

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