Ph.D. in Bio-technology at M B Government Post Graduate College

If you are looking at Ph.D. in Bio-technology, M B Government Post Graduate College in Haldwani runs it as a 4-year, full-time doctoral course.

At its core, the programme covers cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics.

M B Government Post Graduate College is a public/government institute, founded in 1960. This page brings together what is on record for this course at M B Government Post Graduate College — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

Most Ph.D programmes follow a similar pattern: the first year builds the foundations, the middle years go deep into the subject, and the final year is given over to electives, a major project and usually an internship.

Here that means cell and molecular biology, genetics, bioprocess engineering and bioinformatics. Typical first jobs: roles in biotech, pharma, food and research labs.

The exact syllabus is set by the college or its affiliating university and changes from year to year, so ask M B Government Post Graduate College for the current semester-wise plan.

M B Government Post Graduate College has not published a fee for Ph.D. in Bio-technology on our record yet. When you ask, ask for the total across all 4 years — not just the first-year figure — and whether hostel and exam fees are included.

To be considered for Ph.D. in Bio-technology, you usually need a master's degree in a related subject.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through UGC NET and a university's own test. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check M B Government Post Graduate College's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

Here is the usual route in:

1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
2. Take UGC NET and a university's own test and keep your scorecard.
3. Apply to M B Government Post Graduate College on its website (www.mbgpgcollege.org) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

M B Government Post Graduate College runs 17 Ph.D specialisations in all. Worth comparing before you decide:

• Ph.D. in Zoology
• Ph.D. in Sociology
• Ph.D. in Psychology
• Ph.D. in Education
• Ph.D. in Commerce
• Ph.D. in English
• Ph.D. in Home Science
• Ph.D. in Political Science
• Ph.D. in Botany
• Ph.D. in Music
• Ph.D. in Economics
• Ph.D. in Mathematics
• Ph.D. in Chemistry
• Ph.D. in Hindi
• Ph.D. in Physics
• Ph.D. in History

Before you decide, it helps to be clear on these:

• Are you genuinely interested in cell and molecular biology? You will spend 4 years on it.
• What will the full course cost, including hostel and living costs?
• What do recent graduates of this course actually go on to do?
• How does M B Government Post Graduate College compare with other colleges offering Ph.D in and around Haldwani?