CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT) Palampur has begun registrations for students to take admission to PhD. Program of the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) for the academic session in January 2024. Eligible candidates can apply online for admission.
Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), Palampur, established in 1983, is the main research institute of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). It is involved in research on sustainable utilization of bioresources of the Himalayas. It offers a PG Diploma Program for Skill Development in Biotechnology, Ph.D. course in Chemical and Biological Sciences, and Skill Development Training Programmes.
Name of the Institute | Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT) |
Institute Type | Establishment | Public | 1983 |
Courses Offered | Ph.D. and PG Diploma |
Application Mode | Online and Offline |
Admission Criteria | Entrance-based with Interview |
Official Website | https://www.ihbt.res.in/en/ |
The institution welcomes young researches to pursue a Ph.D. in Biological and Chemical Sciences. The Ph.D. programme comes under the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR). Students are also encouraged to take part in other research projects of the institution by applying for the post of Project Assistants.
It also offers the graduates to do an Advanced Diploma Course in Plant Tissue Culture (fidelity testing, including use of bioreactors for up-scaling of tissue cultures, virus testing, hydro/aeroponic cultivation and vertical farming of tissue culture raised plants) under the Skill Development Initiative of the Government of India. This course aims to enhance the skill of the youth so that they can be later employed in plant tissue culture industries.
Moreover, it also offers various courses to students under the CSIR Skill India Initiative in order to equip them with the right knowledge so that they can further pursue a career in emerging fields with much industrial importance.
Courses | Duration | Eligibility |
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Ph.D. | 3 years | Holding M.Sc. in the relevant stream from any recognized university. |
Advanced Diploma Programme in Plant Tissue Culture | 1 year | Holding any relevant Graduation (Biological Science) from any recognized university. |
Skill Development Programme | 8 to 12 weeks | - |
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Admission in the institution are based on the ranking/score obtained by the candidate in the taken up entrance test, interview, and performance in the academic (qualifying) degree.
Since the Ph.D. programme comes under AcSIR, the admissions are conducted through online admission portal of AcSIR (https://acsir.res.in/).
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The facilities and amenities made available to the students at the Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology are:
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Ques. What is the location of IHBT Palampur?
Ans. It is located in Palampur which is situated in the foothills of the snow covered Dhauladhar mountain range in Himachal Pradesh.
Ques. How do you reach IHBT Palampur?
Ans. The institute can be reached from the bus stand (3 km), the local railway station (5 km), and taxi or cab.
Ques. When are the admission to Ph.D. programmes conducted at IHBT Palampur?
Ans. As per the AcSIR guidelines, the admissions for the Ph.D. programme take place twice a year in January and August.
Ques. What is the intake for the Advanced Diploma Programme at IHBT Palampur?
Ans. The number of seats of available for the Advance Diploma Programme in Plant Tissue Structure is limited to 15 seats.
Ques. Are the hostel facilities available for all the courses at IHBT Palampur?
Ans. No, the hostel facilities are not available for students enrolled in the Skill Development Programme and so, they are expected to make their own arrangements.
Ques. What is the fee structure for Ph.D. course at IHBT Palampur?
Ans. The programme fee per annum for the Ph.D. programme at the institution is INR 14,000.
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