Bose Institute PhD Program 2024 (Autumn Session) Check Eligibility, Important Dates

Bose Institute has opened applications for its PhD Program 2024 (Autumn Session). The program offers excellent research opportunities in areas like biological, physical, and chemical sciences. The institute is renowned for its state-of-the-art research infrastructure and vibrant academic environment.

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Bose Institute, Kolkata, established in 1917 by Acharya J. C. Bose, is India’s first interdisciplinary research center and a pioneering institution in modern science. It is an autonomous S&T institute under the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, and is fully funded by the government. The institute is renowned for its research excellence in the fields of Chemical Sciences, Biological Sciences, and Physical Sciences.

The Ph.D. program at Bose Institute admits students twice a year, with interviews for the 2024 autumn session expected to be held in the last week of October 2024. The institute offers a strong research environment for students pursuing advanced studies. For more information on academic and research activities, visit their official website at www.jcbose.ac.in.

Bose Institute PhD Program 2024 (Autumn Session) Check Eligibility, Important Dates

Bose Institute PhD Program 2024 Highlights

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Job TitlePhD Program 2024 (Autumn Session)
OrganizationBose Institute
No. of PositionsTotal number of vacancies: 49 (UR-22, OBC-12, SC-8, ST-3, EWS-4)
Educational QualificationsMSc degree in relevant discipline (Biological, Physical, Chemical sciences). Master’s degree or equivalent in any of the following fields: Engineering/ Science/ Technology/Medical with at least 55% of marks for general candidates, while 50% marks is necessary for SC/ST/OBC (non- creamy layer)/ Differently-Abled Person and other categories of candidates, as per UGC norms.
Desirable QualificationsNET-JRF qualification preferred (CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR or equivalent). Candidates should have an award of Junior Research Fellowship (CSIR-UGC JRF/ DBTJRF/ICMR-JRF / DST- INSPIRE / DBT-BINC or equivalent), whose last date of validity should not be earlier than 31st December, 2024. If candidates, who are in the final year of their Master’s degree programme and are in possession of an award of a JRF, are selected, they will have to submit their final mark sheet/ degree certificate at the time of joining.
ExperienceResearch experience in related fields may be beneficial
ResponsibilitiesResearch in diverse scientific areas under the supervision of Bose Institute faculty
Skills NeededStrong background in scientific research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Application DeadlineOctober 5, 2024
Additional InformationSelection through interview, fellowship as per government norms

Eligibility Criteria for Bose Institute PhD Program 2024

  1. Junior Research Fellowship (JRF): Candidates must have a valid JRF award (like CSIR-UGC JRF, DBT-JRF, ICMR-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, DBT-BINC, or similar) valid until at least 31st December 2024. If you’re in the final year of your Master’s program with a JRF, you must submit your final degree or mark sheet when you join.
  2. Master’s Degree: You should have a Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, Technology, or Medical fields with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled candidates) as per UGC rules.
  3. DST-INSPIRE Candidates: If you have a DST-INSPIRE fellowship, you will be admitted provisionally. Your admission will be confirmed only after DST officially awards the fellowship. Additionally, you must have cleared a national-level exam like CSIR-UGC NET-LS or GATE.
  4. Non-JRF Holders: Candidates with GATE, JEST, JGEEBILS, or NET (LS) without a JRF are not eligible.
  5. ICAR Fellowship Holders: If you have an ICAR Fellowship, you are not eligible unless you also have one of the JRF awards mentioned above.

Important Dates

  • Last Date for online application: 23:59 Hrs. on 29.09.2024
  • For all information follow our website www.jcbose.ac.in
  • Contact: phdadmission@jcbose.ac.in

Application Process

An acknowledgement receipt will be generated following the successful submission of the online application form. Candidates should retain this receipt for future reference. If called for the interview, candidates must produce this acknowledgement receipt. No candidate will be allowed to appear for the interview without this receipt. For any difficulties pertaining to the online application, please send an email to: phdadmission@jcbose.ac.in. Deadline for online application: 23:59 Hrs. on 29.09.2024.

Interested candidates fulfilling the required eligibility should apply online at the URL – http://www.jcbose.ac.in/applications/PHD-ADMISSION/

Important Guidelines

  1. Candidates are advised to fill up the online application carefully and provide the information as required. Candidates are requested to visit the Institute website (http://www.jcbose.ac.in) regularly for updates. No separate intimation will be sent to any candidate.
  2. Candidates should carefully fill up all the details required in the online application form including age, educational qualification, details of valid community certificates, etc., as no correspondence regarding change of details will be entertained once the applications is submitted. If any of their claims is found to be false or incorrect, it will lead to rejection of their candidature.
  3. The prescribed eligibility criteria indicated are bare minimum and mere possession of same will not entitle the candidate to be called for interview.
  4. Candidates shall have to produce all the original documents/certificates in support of their age, reservation category, educational qualifications along with one set of self-attested copies of the same, at the time appearing for interview for verification, failing which he/she will not be allowed to appear for interview.
  5. The Institute reserves the right to restrict the number of candidates called for the interview to a reasonable limit on the basis of qualifications.
  6. Names of the shortlisted candidates, along with the date and time of the interview will be displayed on the Institute’s website
    • It should be noted that mere appearance on the shortlist does not imply admission.
    • The candidate needs to appear in-person for the interview.
  7. The selection process will assess the candidate’s knowledge in core areas as well as the suitability of the candidate for conducting scientific research at Bose Institute.
  8. The Institute reserves the right to decide the mode of screening the applications for short listing and selection.
  9. Eligibility criteria including upper age limit will be reckoned on the last date of submission of application.
  10. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated the interview date only via email to the respective email addresses provided in the application forms (candidates are advised to check their email on a regular basis). The list will also be available at www.jcbose.ac.in.
  11. Candidates should come prepared to spend enough time at the Institute during the interview process. They are encouraged to visit various laboratories and interact with faculty members. Further candidates need to submit an option form stating their relative preference mentioning laboratories of their choice ⎯ after the interaction sessions and lab visits.
  12. Before applying, the applicants should ensure that, they possess at least the essential qualifications and other conditions specified in the advertisement. If a candidate is found ineligible, his/her candidature will be cancelled at any stage of the interview process. It may be noted that even if a candidate qualifies in the interview and subsequently it is found that he/she does not fulfill the eligibility criteria, his/her candidature will be cancelled.
  13. All supporting documents are required to be uploaded and therefore, candidates are advised to prepare the PDF files of the required documents before starting the online application process. Documents should be scanned at a high resolution to ensure readability.
  14. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing for the interview.
  15. Specific instructions regarding the interview will be communicated to the shortlisted candidates only.
  16. The final list of selected candidates will be displayed on the Institute’s website.
  17. The Institute Authority reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason thereof.
  18. The Institute reserves the right not to fill all the posts advertised.
  19. The candidates must keep a watch at the Institute’s website for any amendment.
  20. No interim queries in any form whatsoever will be entertained.
  21. Canvassing or bringing influence in any form will disqualify the candidature.
  22. Age relaxation will be given to the eligible candidates as per Govt. of India guidelines.
  23. Reservation rules, as notified by UGC for reservation to SC/ST/OBC/EWS, shall be applicable
  24. A Caste Certificate shall be furnished by the respective candidate to claim reservation in SC/ST/OBC category.

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