Integrated Ph.D in Biotechnology

Integrated Ph D Program:
VIT UNIVERSITY

VIT offers exciting opportunities to motivate outstanding Bachelor’s degree holders with a keen sense of scientific enquiry for pursuing advanced research in frontier areas of Engineering disciplines (Bio-Medical, Biotechnology, Civil, Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics) leading to the Ph D degree and then join as faculty of the University.

The integrated Ph D program consists of a flexible course work, an internship-type laboratory training (wherein ample opportunities exist for the candidate to acquire basic experimental skills and familiarity with advanced techniques for research), research project to demonstrate attainment of a high degree of scientific ability followed by advanced research leading to Ph D thesis on a specific topic.

World over experience has shown that students entering the integrated program save on an average of one year compared to those who go for a 2 years Master's degree programs elsewhere and then join the Institute for Ph D program. Exceptionally talented graduates with good academic background may complete the PhD program in 4 years.

Candidates who for unforeseen reasons wish to discontinue after two years, will be given an opportunity to earn a M.S. (by Research) degree subject to satisfactory completion of course work and appropriate dissertation.

Eligibility
Students with outstanding academic record in the Bachelor’s degree in Bio-Medical, Biotechnology, Civil, Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electrical & Electronics with an aptitude towards advanced scientific and technological research are eligible to apply. A minimum of 80% marks or a CGPA of 8.0 is the primary prerequisite. Candidates who are appearing for the final examination this year can also apply.

Selection
The selection procedure will involve a written test and personal interview at VIT University, Vellore. After initial screening of applicants, the selection will be based on a written test followed by a personal interview to assess the technical skills, research and analytical aptitude and communication skills of the candidates.

Research Associateship and Tuition Subsidy
Selected students will receive a monthly associateship of Rs.7000/-. The amount will be enhanced to Rs.12000/- after two years, subject to satisfactory performance. The associateship will be paid for four years. In addition, the candidates are eligible for 80% subsidy on tuition fees and are therefore required to sign a contract to serve VIT University as faculty for a minimum tenure.

Assured Placement
The selected candidates after successfully completing the PhD program are assured of appropriate faculty positions at VIT University.

Annual Fees Rs.1,25,000/-. However the selected candidates are eligible for a 80% subsidy on tuition fees making the actual fee payable only Rs.25,000/- per annum and are therefore required to sign a contract to serve VIT University as faculty for a minimum tenure.

Last date for issue and submission application forms : June 30, 2009 (Tuesday)
Date of written test / interview : Last week of July (Tentatively)

For Integrated Ph.D. Application, send a Demand Draft for Rs.900/- drawn in favour of “VIT University”, payable at Vellore, to the Admissions Officer with a request letter containing full address of the applicant.

For more details Pls visit http://www.vit.ac.in/admissions/Integrated_PHD.asp

Ph.D Biotechnology In JNU

JAWAHARLAL NEHRU UNIVERSITY

DIRECT ADMISSION TO PH.D. PROGRAMME 2009-10

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The University admits a limited number of candidates directly to Ph.D. programme on the basis of their performance in the viva voce examination (without Entrance Examination) both in Monsoon and Winter Semesters in various areas of research in the

(1) School of International Studies
(2) School of Social Sciences
(3) School of Language, Literature and Culture Studies
(4) School of Computer & Systems Sciences
(5) School of Physical Sciences
(6) School of Environmental Sciences
(7) School of Arts and Aesthetics
(8) School of Information Technology
(9) School of Biotechnology
(10) Centre for the Study of Law & Governance
(11) Centre for Molecular Medicine and
(12) Centre for Sanskrit Studies.

Eligibility: Only those candidates shall be considered for direct admission to Ph.D. Programme who have: a) obtained M.Phil., M.Tech.*, M.P.H. degree of a recognized University/Research Institution with minimum Final Grade Point Average (FGPA) of 6.00 in 10 point scale/comparable standard where the grading is based on system other than 10 point scale. The candidates who have obtained M.Phil. degree from a University/Institution where dissertation is not graded or grading is not on 10-point scale, are required to forward a copy of their M.Phil. dissertation along with the Application Form for the purpose of assessment of their credentials. Candidates whose M.Phil./M.Tech./MPH results are awaited are not eligible to appear for viva-voce for admsision; or (b) Master's Degree with FGPA of 6.00 in the 10 point scale/comparable standard or equivalent percentage with at least 2 years research experience in reputed institutions with research publication(s) comparable to M.Phil. standard.

*only for School of Computer and Systems Sciences.

For admission to Centre for Molecular Medicine, in addition to (a) and (b) above, candidates with MBBS/B.V.Sc. degree of recognised University/Institution with one-year experience after internship or with MD or MVSc degree or with M.Tech. degree in Biotechnology after completing MSc. are also eligible.

Candidates enjoying employed status and selected for admission shall be required to produce Leave Sanction Order for a period of two years at the time of admission/registration. However, there is a limited provision for exemption of this requirement to candidates employed in research and teaching Institutions located in NCR Region.

Application Forms and Prospectus will be available at the Counter in the Administrative Block of the University on cash payment of Rs. 200/- per set from 10.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. on working days (Monday to Friday) during the following periods:

(i) From 2nd February to 16th March, 2009 for admission in Monsoon Semester

(ii) From 1st September to 15th October, 2009 for admission in Winter Semester

Application Forms and Prospectus can also be had through Post by sending a request alongwith crossed Bank Draft (valid for six months) for Rs. 300/- drawn in favour of Jawaharlal Nehru University payable at New Delhi alongwith a self-addressed (unstamped) envelope of minimum size of 30 x 25 cms with the words "Direct Admission to Ph.D. Programme" inscribed on it to the Deputy Registrar (Admissions), Room No. 28, Administrative Block, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi - 110067 throughout the year.

Application Forms received upto 16th March, 2009 will be considered for admission in Monsoon Semester beginning July, 2009. However, admission in Winter Semester beginning January, 2010 will be need based and subject to availability of seats in each areas of research. Interested candidates are therefore required to enquire about the availablity of seats before submitting Application Forms for admission in Winter Semester. The last date for submitting the Application Forms in Winter Semester beginning January 2010 will be 15th October 2009.

For more details pls visit http://www.jnu.ac.in/main.asp?sendval=DirectPhd

Ph.D. Biotechnology in IBB

Ph. D. program in Bioinformatics and Biotechnology is available at the Institute. Candidates with an M. Sc. degree are eligible for admission to the Ph.D. program. The NET/SET JRF qualification is desirable but not currently a prerequisite. The duration of JRF positions is of two years and that of SRF positions is three years. The fellowships are awarded from the Institutional funds as per the UGC scale. Please refer to the profile of faculty members, the research projects details and list of publications for the areas in which the Ph.D. programs are available.

For detailed advertisement pls visit http://www.unipune.ernet.in/dept/ibb/dp-phd-bt.htm

Ph.D in Biotechnology

University Of Delhi.D. in Biotechnology

	Diploma/Degree	:	Degree
	Course	:	Research
	Duration	:	Five years course

Venue for teaching Ph.D. in Biotechnology

Department of Genetics Faculty of Int. Disp. & Applied Sciences University of Delhi South Campus Benito Juarez Road New Delhi- 110021.

Admission Eligibility

Admission to Ph.D. programme requires the candidate to have minimum of 55% at M.Sc. level and have cleared the UGC/CSIR NET exam. For more details pls visit http://www.du.ac.in/course_details.html?department_id=Genetics&coursename=Ph.D.+in+Biotechnology&course_id=129