DBT-NIAB PhD Admissions 2024 Program – Application Portal Open
PhD Admission Program
DBT-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) RSP-II/2024
NIAB invites applications for admission to its PhD program from highly motivated students for the 2024 session. NIAB is an autonomous institution of the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, leading in basic and translational research on animal health and productivity and the human-animal interface, with a motto to improve animal health for human welfare. The institute has a ravishing 100-acre campus in Gachibowli, Hyderabad.
The institute provides opportunities for pursuing cutting-edge research using advanced technologies in frontier areas of science such as:
- Development of next-generation vaccines
- Immunology
- Genomics
- Gene and protein engineering
- Host-pathogen interactions
- Disease diagnostics
- Nanotechnology
- Bioinformatics
- Drug delivery platforms
- Nutrition
- Reproductive biotechnology
- Stem cell therapeutics
- Gene editing
- Transgenic technology for humanized mouse models and farm animals
- Zoonosis and One Health
Eligibility Criteria:
Individuals desirous of seeking admission to the PhD program at NIAB must have:
- A Master’s degree (M.Sc., M.Tech., M.V.Sc. or M.Pharm.) or MBBS or B.Tech. degree in any branch of Life Science.
- Candidates must mandatorily have secured CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/INSPIRE NET JRF/UGC-RGNF or any other national research fellowship for 5 years.
- Those with only GATE, MPAT, or other certification exams (without a 5-year fellowship) are not eligible.
- The terms and conditions, fellowship amount, etc., will be governed by the awarding agency and further subject to the rules and conventions of the Institute.
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may apply online in the prescribed form, through the link available at our online portal (http://www.niab.org.in/Notifications_RSP_2_2024.aspx). Soft copies of certificates in support of date of birth, educational qualifications, reservation category (if applicable), and fellowship examination qualification must also be uploaded. For any queries, please contact [email protected].
- Application portal opens: 01-10-2024
- Application portal closes: 30-10-2024
Selection Criteria:
- Admission to the PhD program will be based on an interview of shortlisted candidates via video conference, scheduled to be held between 07-11-2024 to 12-11-2024 (tentative).
- Candidates should be available for more than one round of interviews, spread over two days if needed.
- Before the interview, applicants are encouraged to view the profile and research interests of the faculty on the NIAB website.
- Selected candidates are expected to join NIAB no later than 09-12-2024.
These dates may change, and candidates are instructed to visit the website frequently for updated information.
Students will be given the choice to provide a preference list for joining the lab and the area they are interested in working on at NIAB after one round of interviews. NIAB reserves the right to accept/reject any or all applications without assigning any reasons whatsoever.
Academics:
- Students undergo a mandatory course work for six months.
- Only students qualifying the exams from the coursework will be allowed to continue in the program.
- A student advisory committee (SAC) will be formed for each student, under the chairmanship of the thesis supervisor, to monitor progress periodically and offer suitable advice.
- A weekly journal club will be organized, for which attendance of all students is mandatory.
- Students will be encouraged to attend various conferences with adequate financial support.
NIAB strives to provide a stimulating academic environment for each student in the PhD program to help them achieve success in their endeavors.
Facilities:
The institute houses a world-class, state-of-the-art, cutting-edge research infrastructure and facilities (https://www.niab.res.in/facilities-2/). PhD students will have ample opportunities to:
- Develop scientific temperament
- Learn and challenge the rigors of research
- Explore the frontiers of science and technology
- Interact with top-notch faculty trained around the globe, with expertise in various advanced biotechnological tools and techniques in a multidisciplinary research environment
Campus Life:
NIAB offers a research building on a picturesque urban campus with a lively and dynamic community and a relaxed lifestyle. Students are expected to stay in the hostel within the campus, which includes a hygienic and safe canteen with in-house cooks and service providers. (https://www.niab.res.in/facilitiescampus/).
Contact Address:
National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB)
Survey No. 37, Extended Q City Road, Opp. Journalist Colony, Near Gowlidoddi, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana – 500032.
For enquiries, contact: Tel: +91 40 2312 0103.
Website: https://www.niab.res.in/
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