DBT JRF 2026
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Source: testbook.com · Verified on 29 Aug 2026
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20 Aug 2026 |
| Application End Date | 05 Sept 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 23 Sept 2026 |
| Exam Date | 03 Oct 2026 |
| Answer Key Release Date | 05 Oct 2026 |
| Result Release Date | 28 Oct 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 | — |
| OBC | ₹1,000 | — |
| SC | ₹250 | — |
| ST | ₹250 | — |
Eligibility
age
0 to 28 years
Upper age limit is 28 years.
Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PH/Female, 3 years for OBC (Non Creamy layer).
education
M.Sc/M.Tech/M.V.Sc in Biotechnology or related fields.
nationality
Only Indian Nationals can apply.
Vacancy 375 posts
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Category I Fellowships — Ph.D. fellowship in Biotechnology and Life Sciences programs. | 275 | ₹31,000 |
| Category II Fellowships — Fellowship for DBT-sponsored projects. | 100 | NET/GATE equivalent |
Result
| Stage | Declared | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Final Result | 28 Oct 2026 | Check Result ↗ |
Admit Card
| Stage | Released | Link |
|---|---|---|
| DBT JRF Admit Card | 23 Sept 2026 | Download ↗ |
Answer Key
| Stage | Released | Objection Window | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| DBT JRF Answer Key | 05 Oct 2026 | 2-3 days after release. | View ↗ |