The candidate must be a citizen of India.
Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and other foreign nationals are generally not eligible unless specified in the official notification.
M.Sc. / M.Tech. / M.V.Sc.
M.Pharm.
Integrated M.Sc. / M.Tech.
MBBS / BDS (as per DBT norms)
The degree must be in Biotechnology or allied Life Science disciplines, such as:
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Genetics
Molecular Biology
Zoology
Botany
Bioinformatics
Biomedical Sciences
Final-year candidates can apply, but they must submit proof of eligibility at the time of admission.
General / EWS / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – Minimum 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA)
SC / ST / PwD – Minimum 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA)
Marks calculation is based on the qualifying postgraduate degree.
General Category: Maximum 28 years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): Relaxation of 3 years
SC/ST/PwD/Women Candidates: Relaxation of 5 years
Age is calculated as per the cut-off date mentioned in the official notification.
In the final year of their qualifying degree, or
Awaiting final results
are eligible to apply. However, they must produce:
Final mark sheet
Degree certificate
at the time of fellowship activation or Ph.D. admission.