- Application deadline
- 12 Nov 2026
- Stipend / salary
- ₹500
- Qualifications mentioned
- PhD, Master's (MSc/MTech/MPharm), Bachelor's (BSc/BTech/BPharm), NET/GATE qualified
- Posted
- 15 Oct 2026 · Government
About this position
| 1. | | PhD Programme in Biotechnology Admissions 2026-27 (Autumn Semester) | | | | | | | | 12-11-2026 23:59:00 | | | Apply Online | |
From the notification: REGIONAL CENTRE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY PhD Programme in Biotechnology Admissions 2026-27 (Autumn Semester) 1. 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 the state-of-the-art research laboratories at par with the 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, and 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 broad area of biopharmaceuticals. 2. The Doctoral Degree Programme The Centre offers a doctoral programme leading to the award of the 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 having an interest 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, and cancer & cell biology. The details of various research programmes at RCB can be found on our website (www.rcb.res.in). 3. Eligibility Criteria i. Qualifications: 4-year Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree from a recognised institution in any area of science and technology, or a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree, or an equivalent degree. ii. 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).