DBT JRF Preparation Guide
DBT (Department of Biotechnology)
Your Complete Preparation Guide for DBT JRF 2027 — strategy, study plan, tips & more.
Exam Overview
Mode
Online (CBT)
Frequency
Once a year (November)
Next Exam Date
November 2027
EEligibility Criteria
MSc in Biotechnology or related Life Sciences
ANumber of Attempts
No limit (age 28 for fellowship)
Study Plan by Subject
Biotechnology
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Life Sciences (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry)
Week 1-4: Foundation
Core concepts & basics
Week 5-8: Deep Practice
Advanced problems & revision
Week 9-12: Mock Tests + Revision
Full-length tests & weak-area focus
Refer to official syllabus for complete topic list
Expert Preparation Tips
Focus on Molecular Biology, Recombinant DNA technology, and Immunology
Bioinformatics, Genomics, and Proteomics are increasingly tested
NCERT + standard MSc Biotechnology textbooks cover the syllabus
200 questions in 180 min — pace at ~54 seconds per question
Exam Pattern at a Glance
| Section | Questions | Marks | Duration (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biotechnology | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
| Life Sciences (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry) | 100 | 100 | 90 min |
| Total | 200 | 200 | 180 min |
Important Dates
Registration Opens
August 2027
Next Exam Date
November 2027
Conducted By
DBT (Department of Biotechnology)
Frequently Asked Questions
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