National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), under the aegis of the Biotechnology Research Innovation Council (BRIC) and the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, has announced its PhD in Biotechnology programme for the 2025-26 academic session (RSP-II) at its Hyderabad campus. This programme offers outstanding life-sciences candidates the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research in animal health, transgenic technologies, disease biology and related domains at a premier research institute.
Programme Overview
The PhD in Biotechnology at NIAB is designed to cultivate scientific inquiry, innovation and high-impact research in animal biotechnology and allied life-science fields. Candidates will benefit from state-of-the-art infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration and a research-intensive environment. The institute’s campus in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, provides an advanced platform for those intending careers in biotechnology research and academia.
Research Focus Areas
Applicants will be able to work in areas such as:
- Animal health, productivity & disease biology
- Advanced biotherapeutics & transgenic technology
- Reproductive biology & endocrinology
- Molecular biology & immunology
- Bioinformatics & nanobiotechnology
- Animal nutrition and infectious disease biology
Eligibility & Application Details
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the PhD programme, candidates must meet the following:
- A Master’s degree (MSc, MTech, MVSc or MPharm) or an MBBS / BTech in Life Sciences from a recognized institution.
- Valid fellowship/scholarship status such as CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR / INSPIRE NET JRF or an equivalent national research fellowship. Note: GATE/MPAT alone does not qualify.
Application Procedure
- Apply online via the NIAB application portal by 30 November 2025.
- Upload scanned academic & fellowship certificates during online submission.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview via video-conference (scheduled for 16–17 December 2025).
- Selected applicants will join the programme by 12 January 2026.
NIAB Campus & Facilities
NIAB is situated at Survey No. 37, Extended Q City Road, Opp. Journalist Colony, Gowlidoddi, Gachibowli, Hyderabad – 500032, Telangana. The institute offers:
- Advanced research laboratories and instrumentation centres
- On-campus hostels and dining facilities
- Collaborative opportunities with high-end research institutions
- A vibrant, inclusive culture that supports long-term careers in biotechnology research
Why Apply for NIAB’s PhD in Biotechnology?
- Prestige: Recognised national institute under DBT/BRIC with strong life-sciences research orientation.
- Infrastructure: Modern campus and laboratories in Hyderabad’s biotech corridor.
- Scope: Research topics directly aligned with agriculture, animal health and bio-therapeutics — high relevance and impact.
- Career Readiness: Programme prepares candidates for roles in academia, industry, biotech startups and government research labs.
