The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India provides fellowships for pursuing research in biotechnology and life-sciences through the "DBT"
> The fellowship amount for the JRF program is ₹31,000 per month for the first two years and ₹35,000 per month for the remaining three years.
Eligibility (who can apply)
Applicant must be Indian citizen.
Applicant must have a master's degree in biotechnology or a related field from a recognized university
Applicant must clear the GAT or NET exam in biotechnology or a related field
Applicant should not be more then 28 years for general and EWS category candidates and 33 years for SC/ST/PH category candidates
Applicant must be willing to pursue full-time doctoral research in biotechnology or a related field at a recognized university or research institution in India.
How to Apply
**Online**
**Step 1: Qualify in the Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET)**
The BET is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) to select candidates for the DBT-JRF program.
The BET exam is held once a year, typically in the month of June.
To apply for the BET exam, applicant must have a master's degree in biotechnology or a related field from a recognized university.
Applicant must also have a valid GATE score or a NET score in biotechnology or a related field.
**Step 2: Apply for the DBT-JRF program online**
Once applicant have qualified in the BET exam, applicant can apply for the DBT-JRF program online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Junior Research Fellowship / what is the eligibility?
1. Applicant must be Indian citizen.
1. Applicant must have a master's degree in biotechnology or a related field from a recognized university
1. Applicant must clear the GAT or NET exam in biotechnology or a related field
1. Applicant should not be more then 28 years for general and...
What are the benefits of Junior Research Fellowship?
> The fellowship amount for the JRF program is ₹31,000 per month for the first two years and ₹35,000 per month for the remaining three years.
How to apply online for Junior Research Fellowship?
**Online**
**Step 1: Qualify in the Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET)**
1. The BET is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) to select candidates for the DBT-JRF program. The BET exam is held once a year, typically in the month of June.
1. To...