RGCB prepares individuals who have a deep and genuine interest in discovery science to shape the translation of biotechnology through academic research towards applications for a knowledge economy, business development and science of tomorrow.
RGCB in 2014 will work out of three campuses, the present one focusing on discovery science, a second one for innovation and the third - a biotech park in Kochi focusing on translation and partnership with industry.
This is the only institute of its kind in the country. Previous RGCB PhD's have all done impressive work and received excellent placements (details can be viewed here).
Guided by an expert faculty, a rigorous fundamental science course work and a host of innovative academic programs, the RGCB PhD program is made even richer by its place in Thiruvananthapuram, capital of "Gods own country".
Applications are invited twice a year and advertised in selected national newspapers and on the RGCB website.
Vacancies that are available in different laboratories and interdisciplinary programs will be put up on the website.
Admission Procedure for 2014
Minimum Eligibility for applicants :
- Post graduate degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Agriculture Sciences, Medical Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Chemical Sciences
- General category applicants must have First Class or above in all examinations from 12th grade plus a valid Research Fellowship from UGC/CSIR/ICMR/DBT/DST-INSPIRE and should be less than 28 years of age as on 01 January 2014.
- SC/ST candidates with a valid fellowship need to have only 50% marks, will be eligible for age relaxation as per rules, and are exempt from processing fees.
- Candidates with other fellowships are advised to contact the Dean to confirm eligibility.
- Candidates awaiting final exam results can also apply. However only those candidates with a valid pass certificate will be allowed to appear for the selection interview.
- Candidates without valid fellowships need not apply.
Application format :
- Applications must be in the prescribed format ( to download application click here.)
- Completed applications along with the required fees may be submitted to
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology,
Thycaud PO,
Thiruvananthapuram 695014,
Kerala, India
Important Dates :
- Last date for submission of filled in application form : December 6, 2013.
- Names of candidates called for the selection interview will be displayed on the RGCB website on December 9, 2013 and will also be notified by email the same day.
- Short listing will be done after interview and final selection of candidates after Faculty Interaction, to be held from January 6 to 10, 2014.
- The PhD program will begin on January 20, 2014.
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