Graduate Aptitude Test Biotechnology (GAT-B) is a national entrance examination to test the eligibility of bonafide Indian nationals for admissions to DBT supported Post Graduate (DBT PG) Programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences at participating institutions and universities. DBT supported Post Graduate Programmes include M.Sc. Biotechnology and allied sciences, M.Tech. Biotechnology and allied sciences, M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology and M.V.Sc. Animal Biotechnology.
Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025 will be held on April, 2025, from 09.00 AM – 12.00 PM (Three Hours/ 180 minutes duration) via Computer Based Mode across India. Only bonafide Indian nationals are eligible to apply. Medium of examination will be English only. GAT-B 2025 shall be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA), on behalf of RCB.
GAT-B 2025 Score is valid for admissions in academic year 2025-26 only.
Details of participating institutions and universities (indicative list) in GAT-B 2025, offering DBT supported Post-Graduate courses in Biotechnology and allied sciences, eligibility criteria, sanctioned seats, etc. are provided at https://rcb.res.in/DBTPG/ and in NTA’s Information Bulletin hosted at https://dbt.nta.ac.in.
Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025 Exam Highlights
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025 |
| Purpose | National entrance examination for admissions to DBT supported Post Graduate Programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) |
| Exam Date | April, 2025 |
| Exam Time | 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Three Hours/ 180 minutes duration) |
| Eligibility | Bonafide Indian nationals meeting minimum eligibility criteria of participating institutions and universities |
| Programmes Offered | M.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Tech. Biotechnology, M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology, M.V.Sc. Animal Biotechnology |
| Medium of Exam | English only |
| Validity of Score | Academic year 2025-26 |
| Syllabus | Available at https://rcb.res.in/DBTPG/ |
| Exam Pattern | Two sections: Section A (10+2 level questions), Section B (Bachelor’s level questions) |
| Section A | ★ 60 compulsory multiple-choice questions from Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology; ★ 1 mark per correct answer; -0.5 marks per wrong answer |
| Section B | ★ 100 multiple-choice questions from Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied sciences; ★ 60 questions to be attempted; ★3 marks per correct answer; -1 mark per wrong answer |
| Total Marks | 240 (Section A: 60 marks, Section B: 180 marks) |
| Registration Dates | February 2025 to March 2025 (upto 5 PM) |
| Application Fee | ★ General (UR)/OBC-NCL/EWS: Rs. 1200/-, ★ SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 600/- |
| Application Correction | March 2025 to 09th March 2025 |
| Stipend | ★ M.Sc. Biotechnology & Allied sciences: Rs. 5000/- per month, ★ M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology: Rs. 7500/- per month, ★M.Tech. Biotechnology and allied sciences and M.V.Sc. Programmes: Rs. 12000/- per month |
| Contact Details | ★ Email: dbt@nta.ac.in, ★ Phone No.: 011-40759000 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates meeting minimum eligibility criteria of participating institutions and universities are eligible to apply for Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025. Candidates may further verify the eligibility criteria on the website of the respective institutions and universities. Candidates who do not meet minimum eligibility criteria of institutions and universities and still appear for GAT-B 2025 entrance examination will do so at their own risk.
If at any stage it is found that a candidate does not fulfil minimum eligibility requirements of participating institutions and universities, rules of cancellation or termination of respective institutions and universities will be applicable. Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) will not play any role and responsibility in the admission and selection process (transfer/ cancellation/ conversion of seats/ fee refund policy) of institutions and universities. Any disputes arising will be subject to Delhi jurisdiction only.
Candidates who have either appeared or due to appear in the final examination of their qualifying degree are
eligible to apply for GAT-2025, under the result awaited (RA) category. Such candidates will submit an
Undertaking/ Attestation Form, duly certified and stamped by the Head of Institution/ University (with address
and name) from where the candidate is appearing for the qualifying degree. Failing to comply with the instruction
will result in rejection of application. Undertaking/ Attestation Form for appearing/ result awaited candidates are
provided in NTA’s Information Bulletin for GAT-B 2025 hosted at https://dbt.nta.ac.in/ ; https://www.nta.ac.in/
Sure, here is the data in a two-column table format:
| Category | GAT-B 2025 Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| M.Tech Eligibility | Candidates must hold a B.Tech/BE degree in the relevant stream with a minimum of 60% (General, EWS, and OBC category) or 55% (SC, ST, and PwD) aggregate by the participating institution to be eligible for M.Tech programs under the GAT-B 2025 eligibility requirements. |
| M.Sc Eligibility | Admission to M.Sc. courses is restricted to those who have graduated in the relevant discipline using the 10+2+3 pattern and have at least a 60% aggregate (for General, EWS, and OBC categories) or a 55% aggregate (for SC, ST, and PwD categories) from an accredited institution. |
| M.VSc Animal Biotechnology | Candidates for the M.VSc. Animal Biotechnology program must meet the GAT-B 2025 eligibility requirements, which state that they must have a B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution with a minimum CGPA of 6.60 on a 10.00 scale, 2.60 on a 4.00 scale, or 60% in the conventional system. Applicants from SC/ST reserved categories must score 50% and have a 5.60 on a 10.00 scale and 2.20 on a 4.00 scale. |
Stipend Support for Students
Qualified candidates of GAT-B 2025, admitted to DBT supported Post Graduate (DBT PG) programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences, at participating institutions and universities will be paid stipend as under:
- M.Sc. Biotechnology & Allied sciences: Rs. 5000/- per month
- M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology: Rs. 7500/- per month
- M.Tech. Biotechnology and allied sciences and M.V.Sc. Programmes: Rs. 12000/- per month
Stipend will be disbursed through the participating institutions and universities after due verification of students pursuing prescribed DBT supported Post Graduate (DBT PG) programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences. Continuation of stipend for the second year of the Programme is subject to satisfactory progress of the student, to be certified by the participating institution and university.
GAT B Exam Pattern
The question paper will have two sections:
- Section A will have 60 compulsory multiple-choice questions of the level of 10+2 in the subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Each correct response will be awarded One (1) mark. There will be negative marking and for each wrong answer, Half (1/2 or 0.5) mark will be deducted.
- Section B will have multiple-choice questions of Bachelor’s (Graduate) level. There will be questions from Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied sciences as per syllabus. There will be 100 questions out of which candidates will have to attempt 60 questions. Each correct response will be awarded Three (3) marks. There will be negative marking and for each wrong answer, One (1) mark will be deducted. Un-answered/ un-attempted question will be given Zero (0) mark.
| Sections | Number of Questions | Number of Questions to be attempted | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section A (Multiple choice questions of the level of 10+2 in the subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology) | 60 | 60 | 1*60 = 60 |
| Section B (Multiple choice questions of Graduate / Bachelor’s level in the subjects: Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied sciences) | 100 | 60 | 3*60 = 180 |
| Total | 160 | 120 | 240 |
GAT-B Important Dates
The Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025, a national entrance examination for admissions to DBT supported Post Graduate Programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences, is set to take place on April 20, 2025. Aspiring candidates can start submitting their online applications from February 8, 2025, with the deadline for submission being March 6, 2025, up to 5:00 PM.
The last date for payment of the application fee is also March 6, 2025, until 11:50 PM. Applicants will have a chance to correct particulars in their application forms from March 8 to March 9, 2025. This highly anticipated exam, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), is a gateway for students aiming to pursue advanced studies in Biotechnology and allied sciences.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Start Date of submission of online Application | February 2025 |
| Closing Date of submission of online application | March 2025 (upto 05:00 PM) |
| Closing Date for submission of online application fee | March 2025 (upto 11:50 PM) |
| Correction in Particulars of Application Form (Online Only) | March 2025 to March 2025 |
| Graduate Aptitude Test – Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025 | April 2025 (Saturday) |
Registration and Application Process for GAT-B 2025
Applicants desirous of appearing in GAT-B 2025 may register online only via online application form hosted at https://dbt.nta.ac.in / https://www.nta.ac.in. Applicants are advised to read complete details regarding GAT-B 2025 provided in the Information Bulletin hosted at https://dbt.nta.ac.in / https://www.nta.ac.in before applying. Online Registration and Submission of duly Completed Application Form for GAT-B 2025 is scheduled from 08th February 2025 to 06th March 2025 (upto 5PM).
A non-refundable and non-transferable application fee of Rs.1200/- is payable online for General (UR) /OBC-NCL /EWS and Rs. 600/- by SC/ ST/ PwD social category applicants. Templates and Formats of all Certificates and supporting documents required for applying to Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2025 are provided at https://dbt.nta.ac.in / https://www.nta.ac.in for download and enclosure while applying.
Helpdesk for GAT-B 2025 Email: dbt@nta.ac.in | Phone No.: 011-40759000
Documents required for the NTA GAT-B Application Process 2025
Those seeking admission to the participating institutions’ M.Sc. programs in biotechnology and related fields. For the participating universities, candidates must complete and submit the NTA GAT-B 2025 application form.Â
- Email ID.
- Phone number.
- Personal details.
- Qualifying exam mark sheets.
- Applicable certificates to upload.
- scans of your most recent passport picture and signature (following the prescribed format).
Important Rules and Guidelines
- Reservation Policy of Government of India will be followed for admissions to DBT supported Post Graduate (DBT PG) Programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences at participating institutions and universities. Any disputes arising will be subject to Delhi jurisdiction only.
- Following declaration of GAT-B 2025 results, an all-India category wise merit list will be prepared following Reservation policy of Government of India. Call for admissions for GAT-B 2025 qualified candidates will be advertised separately by participating institutions and universities as per institutional admission and selection norms.
- Reservation policy of Government of India will be followed for admissions to DBT supported Post Graduate Programmes in Biotechnology and allied sciences at participating institutions and universities.
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) will not play any role and responsibility in the admission and selection process (transfer/ cancellation/ conversion of seats/ fee refund policy) of institutions and universities.
- Transfer policy in participating institutions and universities will be as per institutional admission and selection norms.
- Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) will not play any role and responsibility in the admission & selection process (transfer/ cancellation/ conversion of seats/ fee refund policy) of institutions and universities.
- Conversion of vacant seats for admissions at participating institutions and universities will be done as per institutional admission and selection norms.
- Cancellation and fee refund policy will be done as per institutional admission and selection norms.
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