About

The Department offers grants to biotechnology students who want to pursue PhD research at one of the country's universities or research organisations. The "Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET)" is used to choose the applicants. For selection, the Government of India's reservation guidelines are followed. Two sorts of merit lists are created based on BET performance (Category-I and Category-II). Under Category-I, the top 275 students in BET are chosen.

Candidates who are chosen under Category-II are eligible to be appointed in any DBT-sponsored project and receive fellowships comparable to NET/GATE, subject to institutional selection. Principal Investigators (PIs) of DBT-funded studies are not obligated to choose JRF from the category-II list for their study. Candidates who are selected in category II will not be eligible for any DBT-JRF fellowships. The Biotechnology Eligibility Examination (BET) will be held by the Regional Center for Biotechnology, Faridabad, starting in 2022.

Latest Notification

The NTA will release the DBT JRF 2022 test dates on behalf of the Department of Biotechnology. It is held once a year at the national level. The Department of Biotechnology is accepting applications for DBT-Junior Research Fellowships in biotechnology and life sciences. Two lists, Category I and II, are released based on DBT JRF 2022. Candidates may apply for the test if they have finished their post-graduation or B.Tech in any biotechnology subject with a minimum of 50%.

Name of Examination	GAT-B 2022	BET 2022
Examining Method	Computer Based Test (CBT)	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Examination Pattern.	MCQ	MCQ
Examination time frame.	180 minutes	180 minutes
Examination Schedule.	09:00 AM to 12:00 PM	03:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Response sheet Display date	After the test, it will be announced on the website.
Provisional Answer Keys Display Date	After the test, it will be announced on the website.
Website.	dbt.nta.ac.in / www.nta.ac.in

Registration

DBT JRF has issued a call for JRF applications. NTA has made the BET 2022 application link available on its official website: https://dbt.nta.ac.in/. The BET applications were announced by the Department of Biotechnology via RCB. The DBT JRF test application period runs from March 11 to March 31, 2022. (up to 05:00 P.M).

The first step applicants must do on the official website is to register and establish a profile.
Aspirants are expected to give some basic information while creating their profiles.
Every applicant will get a User ID and password after registering.
Candidates must then log in and complete the main application form.
Aspirants must fill out the primary application form with their personal and educational information.
Candidates must additionally provide scanned pictures of the following papers in addition to their personal information.
Passport-size image of the candidate (maximum of 80 kb, in JPG/JPEG format)
Candidate's scanned signature (maximum 80 kb, in JPG/JPEG format)
Proof of date of birth (maximum 150 kb, JPG/JPEG/PDF format). The DOB certificate in English or, if in a regional language, a statement in English; SSC Certificate; PAN Card; Aadhar Card; Passport may all be used as proof of date of birth.
Applicants taking the test in 2022 must provide a scan copy of the form in the qualifying exam certificate, fully filled out and signed by the HOD/HOI (maximum 150 kb size, in JPG/JPEG/PDF format).
Certificate of Category/Caste (maximum 150 kb, JPG/JPEG/PDF format) If appropriate,
Differentially Abled Certificate (JPG/JPEG/PDF format, maximum size 150 kb). If appropriate,
Candidates must pick their preferred Test city choices when filling out the application form's data.
Aspirants must also pay the required application costs in addition to submitting the application form.

It is recommended that you print a copy of the completed application form as well as the fee receipt for future reference.

How to fill out the DBT JRF Application Form?

Students who want to apply for the DBT JRF BET 2022 must go to the official website and fill out the application form.
Only one application may be submitted by a student. Multiple forms will be returned unprocessed.
Only ONLINE submissions are accepted.
Before you begin filling out the DBT JRF BET 2022 Application Form, make sure you have the following items ready.
With Internet access, you will need a PC or a laptop.
Soft copy of candidate's coloured passport-size image in JPG / JPEG format with White Background in JPG / JPEG format.
JPG / JPEG formatted soft copy of the candidate's signature.
All contact is done by email, thus a functional e-mail address is recommended.
All information is also given through SMS, so you will need to provide your phone number. It is acceptable to use the phone number of one's parents.
Credit Cards & Debit Cards Service is required for online payments, which normally requires a valid debit or credit card as well as Net Banking.
A printer is necessary for maintaining physical copies; if one does not have access to one, the prints may be saved, transferred to a pen drive, and then printed at a cyber-café.
It is advised that you download and read the information Bulletin Brochure attentively so that you are aware of the different criteria for completing the form.

Corrections to the DBT JRF Application Form

To prevent rejection, candidates must complete all relevant fields on the application form. If the applicant provided incorrect information, DBT will create a correction window for a set amount of time during which the candidate can make the necessary corrections. This will be for a limited time, therefore the candidate should keep an eye on the official website for updates on the application form rectification. The applicant can then make the modifications by logging in with the same ID and password.

Syllabus

Topic	Syllabus
Aptitude	Comprehension, finding the odd one out, chemistry, quantitative ability, mathematics, general biotechnology,
General Biotechnology	Biomolecular structure and function, Genetics, Phylogeny & Evolution, Cellular processes, Genomics and Proteomics, Organization of structure and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, Recombinant DNA Technology, Methods in Biotechnology, IPR, Biosafety & Bioethics
Agricultural Biotechnology	Abiotic and Biotic Stress Biology, Tissue Culture, Transgenic Technologies, and Biotechnology, Biodiversity, Plant Biology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, and Seed Technology, Molecular Breeding and Genomics
Animal Biotechnology	Animal Physiology and Biochemistry, Pathology, Animal Parasitology, Immunology, Research Methodologies, Molecular Diagnostics, Animal Genetics, Histology and Embryology, Animal Virology, Molecular Medicine and Surgery
M. Tech. Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, and Industrial Biotechnology	Introductory Mathematics, Bioprocess Engineering, and Technology, Thermodynamics in Biological Systems, Downstream Processing in Biotechnology, Engineering Principles, Bioprocess Plant Design
Bioinformatics & Computational Biology	Major Bioinformatics Resources, Proteins, Sequence Analysis, Basic concepts, Database Searches, DNA & RNA secondary, and tertiary structures, t-RNA tertiary structure
Environmental Biotechnology	Basic Ecological Concepts and Principles, Chemistry of organic and inorganic chemicals polluting Environment, Environmental Pollution, Water Pollution, Waste Water Treatment Systems, Treatment of Typical Industrial Effluents, Management of municipal, biomedical and agricultural solid waste, Environmental Pollution control
Marine Biotechnology	Important marine organisms and their behavior Marine resources assessment Population study and marine environment protection Oceanography Types of marine microbes and their biology. Microbial Assessment Role of microbes in marine environment Microbial metabolites Microbial interaction Culture systems and hatchery techniques Introduction to marine pharmacology. Manipulation and microbial techniques. Disease diagnosis Marine organisms and environment interaction Pollution & Biomaterial interaction Fouling and corrosion. Wastewater bio-treatment
Medical Biotechnology	Vaccinology & Immunotechnology CMI and Imaging technique Genetics in Medical Practice Genetics of Neurogenetic disorders and eye disorder Complex polygenic syndromes Components of genetic counselling Infections of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Respiratory system and Nervous System Pyrexial Illness Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Congenital Infections Host pathogen interactions in disease DNA, Proteomics and Antibody based diagnosis Gene therapy, Cellular therapy, Recombinant therapy and Immunotherapy Gene silencing technology
Molecular and Human Genetics	Cell Biology and Cytogenetic Principles of Genetics Common genetic disorders Human Genome
Neuroscience	Neurons; Glial cells Neurophysiology and Behavior Major events in early embryonic development Patterning, polarity and regionalization of the nervous system Neuronal death during development Neurotrophic factors Electrical properties of excitable membranes, neurons, quantitative models of simulations, Hodgkin & Huxley's analysis of squid giant axon Synaptic transmission and cellular signaling Sensation and perception Fundamentals of Motor System Chemical Control of Brain and Behavior Neural Control of the Breathing Sleep and Dreaming Cognitive development and aging Clinical neurochemistry and Neuropathology:

Eligibility Criteria

As of March 22nd, 2022, the candidate's age must not exceed 28 years. Those belonging to the SC/ST/Differently Abled/Women categories, however, would be given 5-year age relaxation. Candidates in the OBC category would get 3-year age relaxation.

Candidates must have done BE/ B.Tech in biotechnology. OR
M.Sc/ M.Tech. M.V.Sc. degree in Biotechnology/ specialization such as Agriculture, Animal/ Veterinary, Pharmaceutical, Food, Medical, Marine, Industrial, Environmental, Bioscience and Biotechnology, Bio-resources Biotechnology, Biochemistry Engineering, Bioinformatics”. OR
M.Sc in Neuroscience and Molecular & Human Genetics.
General & OBC Aspirants must have a minimum of 60% marks, and for SC/ST/ PH candidates the minimum marks are 55%.

Application Fee

The following is a list of the application fees for the DBT JRF Exam 2022:

Examination	General / OBC (NCL)/EWS	SC/ ST/ PwD
BET 2022	Rs. 1200/-	Rs. 600/-
GAT-B 2022	Rs. 1200/-	Rs. 600/-
Both	Rs. 2400/-	Rs. 1200/-

Exam Pattern

The test will be conducted in an online format (Computer Based Test).
The paper will be divided into two sections: Part A and Part B.
Objective questions will be included in the test.
The paper will have a total of 100 questions on it. (There are 50 questions in Part A and 50 questions in Part B.)
The test will be conducted entirely in English.
The applicant will be given three hours to finish the examination.
Each question will be worth three points.
Questions from areas such as general science, chemistry, general aptitude, mathematics, analytical, general biotechnology, quantitative ability, and others will be included in Part A. This section will include 50 questions.
Biotechnology questions are included in Part B. This section will include 50 questions.
Those candidates who have applied for this test should prioritise the exam pattern for better exam preparation.
Section A and Section B are the two portions of the test, each with a different amount of questions. The test will take 3 hours or 180 minutes to complete. It is a computer-based exam (CBT) that is administered at certain locations.

Sections	Number of Questions	No. Of Qs to be Attempted	Marks
Section A (General Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, General aptitude, analytical, quantitative ability, general biotechnology, etc.)	50	50	3*50 = 150
Section B (Specific areas of Biotechnology)	150	50	3*50 = 150
Total	200	100	300

Eligibilty Criteria

As of March 22nd, 2022, the candidate's age must not exceed 28 years. Those belonging to the SC/ST/Differently Abled/Women categories, however, would be given 5-year age relaxation. Candidates in the OBC category would get 3-year age relaxation.

Candidates must have done BE/ B.Tech in biotechnology. OR
M.Sc/ M.Tech. M.V.Sc. degree in Biotechnology/ specialization such as Agriculture, Animal/ Veterinary, Pharmaceutical, Food, Medical, Marine, Industrial, Environmental, Bioscience and Biotechnology, Bio-resources Biotechnology, Biochemistry Engineering, Bioinformatics”. OR
M.Sc in Neuroscience and Molecular & Human Genetics.
General & OBC Aspirants must have a minimum of 60% marks, and for SC/ST/ PH candidates the minimum marks are 55%.

Exam Pattern

The test will be conducted in an online format (Computer Based Test).
The paper will be divided into two sections: Part A and Part B.
Objective questions will be included in the test.
The paper will have a total of 100 questions on it. (There are 50 questions in Part A and 50 questions in Part B.)
The test will be conducted entirely in English.
The applicant will be given three hours to finish the examination.
Each question will be worth three points.
Questions from areas such as general science, chemistry, general aptitude, mathematics, analytical, general biotechnology, quantitative ability, and others will be included in Part A. This section will include 50 questions.
Biotechnology questions are included in Part B. This section will include 50 questions.
Those candidates who have applied for this test should prioritise the exam pattern for better exam preparation.
Section A and Section B are the two portions of the test, each with a different amount of questions. The test will take 3 hours or 180 minutes to complete. It is a computer-based exam (CBT) that is administered at certain locations.

Sections	Number of Questions	No. Of Qs to be Attempted	Marks
Section A (General Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, General aptitude, analytical, quantitative ability, general biotechnology, etc.)	50	50	3*50 = 150
Section B (Specific areas of Biotechnology)	150	50	3*50 = 150
Total	200	100	300

Syllabus

Topic	Syllabus
Aptitude	Comprehension, finding the odd one out, chemistry, quantitative ability, mathematics, general biotechnology,
General Biotechnology	Biomolecular structure and function, Genetics, Phylogeny & Evolution, Cellular processes, Genomics and Proteomics, Organization of structure and functions of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, Recombinant DNA Technology, Methods in Biotechnology, IPR, Biosafety & Bioethics
Agricultural Biotechnology	Abiotic and Biotic Stress Biology, Tissue Culture, Transgenic Technologies, and Biotechnology, Biodiversity, Plant Biology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, and Seed Technology, Molecular Breeding and Genomics
Animal Biotechnology	Animal Physiology and Biochemistry, Pathology, Animal Parasitology, Immunology, Research Methodologies, Molecular Diagnostics, Animal Genetics, Histology and Embryology, Animal Virology, Molecular Medicine and Surgery
M. Tech. Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, and Industrial Biotechnology	Introductory Mathematics, Bioprocess Engineering, and Technology, Thermodynamics in Biological Systems, Downstream Processing in Biotechnology, Engineering Principles, Bioprocess Plant Design
Bioinformatics & Computational Biology	Major Bioinformatics Resources, Proteins, Sequence Analysis, Basic concepts, Database Searches, DNA & RNA secondary, and tertiary structures, t-RNA tertiary structure
Environmental Biotechnology	Basic Ecological Concepts and Principles, Chemistry of organic and inorganic chemicals polluting Environment, Environmental Pollution, Water Pollution, Waste Water Treatment Systems, Treatment of Typical Industrial Effluents, Management of municipal, biomedical and agricultural solid waste, Environmental Pollution control
Marine Biotechnology	Important marine organisms and their behavior Marine resources assessment Population study and marine environment protection Oceanography Types of marine microbes and their biology. Microbial Assessment Role of microbes in marine environment Microbial metabolites Microbial interaction Culture systems and hatchery techniques Introduction to marine pharmacology. Manipulation and microbial techniques. Disease diagnosis Marine organisms and environment interaction Pollution & Biomaterial interaction Fouling and corrosion. Wastewater bio-treatment
Medical Biotechnology	Vaccinology & Immunotechnology CMI and Imaging technique Genetics in Medical Practice Genetics of Neurogenetic disorders and eye disorder Complex polygenic syndromes Components of genetic counselling Infections of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Respiratory system and Nervous System Pyrexial Illness Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Congenital Infections Host pathogen interactions in disease DNA, Proteomics and Antibody based diagnosis Gene therapy, Cellular therapy, Recombinant therapy and Immunotherapy Gene silencing technology
Molecular and Human Genetics	Cell Biology and Cytogenetic Principles of Genetics Common genetic disorders Human Genome
Neuroscience	Neurons; Glial cells Neurophysiology and Behavior Major events in early embryonic development Patterning, polarity and regionalization of the nervous system Neuronal death during development Neurotrophic factors Electrical properties of excitable membranes, neurons, quantitative models of simulations, Hodgkin & Huxley's analysis of squid giant axon Synaptic transmission and cellular signaling Sensation and perception Fundamentals of Motor System Chemical Control of Brain and Behavior Neural Control of the Breathing Sleep and Dreaming Cognitive development and aging Clinical neurochemistry and Neuropathology: