Gujarat State Biotechnology Mission, Block 11, 9th floor, GH Rd, Sector 11,, India
Approved by : ESTD : 2018
Gujarat Biotechnology University, established in 2018 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, holds the distinction of being the world's first Biotechnology University. It operates with funding from the Department of Science & Technology, Government of Gujarat. The university specializes in offering M.Sc. programs in Plant Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, Industrial Biotechnology, and Environmental Biotechnology, along with a Ph.D. program in full-time mode only.
Admission to these courses is granted based on merit in national-level entrance examinations such as GAT-B, CUET PG, UGC-NET, among others, followed by a personal interview round. Collaborating with the University of Edinburgh, the institute ensures academic policies, infrastructure, facilities, services, research, innovation, and industry-academia engagement meet global standards.
Nestled within a 28-acre campus, Gujarat Biotechnology University provides a conducive environment for cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
Key highlights of Gujarat Biotechnology University for the year 2024:
| Established Year and Type | 2018 as a public institution |
| Location | Situated in Gandhinagar, Gujarat |
| Campus Area | across 28 acres |
| Courses Offered | Offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in various biotechnology disciplines |
| Admission Criteria | Based on entrance examinations |
| Collaboration | with the University of Edinburgh |
| Official Website | Visit https://gbu.edu.in/ |
The courses and fees offered by Gujarat Biotechnology University in 2024:
M.Sc. Programme:
Ph.D. Programme:
Admission
Gujarat Biotechnology University is currently conducting admissions for the year 2024. The university offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs, with the M.Sc. courses being offered in collaboration with the University of Edinburgh, UK. As part of this collaboration, 25 students from each batch will undergo a training campaign at the University of Edinburgh, with the expenses covered by Gujarat Biotechnology University.
For the M.Sc. program, there are a total of 100 seats available, with 20 seats allocated for each specialization. Students enrolled in the M.Sc. program receive a monthly stipend of INR 5,000, along with partial support of INR 5,000 towards hostel accommodation costs. Selection for these programs is based on a combination of merit obtained in the qualifying examination (weighted at 70%) and a personal assessment (weighted at 30%).
Entrance Exams Accepted by Gujarat Biotechnology University:
Placement
Gujarat Biotechnology University Placement 2024 Gujarat Biotechnology University provides selected students with research placements at the University of Edinburgh as part of their study program.
Gujarat Biotechnology University Campus
Spread across 28 acres near GIFT City in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the campus offers essential facilities for biotechnology training. It includes an e-library with access to 3088 e-journals. The university also arranges visits to biotechnology organizations and hosts cultural and scientific events such as Debate Competitions, Poster Making Competitions, and Annual Sports Meets. Recently, the university organized a visit to the Institute of Kidney Disease and Research Centre (IKDRC), Ahmedabad.
Gujarat Biotechnology University Faculty
The university boasts a distinguished faculty, most of whom hold Ph.D. degrees from prestigious institutions like IITs. Comprising 1 professor, 7 associate professors, and 16 assistant professors, each faculty member brings extensive experience and expertise to their specialized domains. They actively engage in research within their respective fields and regularly contribute to reputable journals.
Faculty at Gujarat Biotechnology University comprises esteemed individuals with diverse expertise and qualifications:
Shri Vijay Nehra Director General
Dr. Rachit K. Saxena Professor, Department of Plant Biotechnology
Dr. Sudheer D.V.N. Pamidimarri Associate Professor, Department of Industrial Biotechnology
Dr. Chirayu Desai Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Biotechnology
Dr. Tarun Sharma Associate Professor, Department of Medical Biotechnology
Dr. Sangram K. Lenka Associate Professor, Department of Plant Biotechnology
Dr. Ravindra Pal Singh Associate Professor, Department of Marine Biotechnology
Dr. Nisha Singh Assistant Professor, Department of Bioinformatics
Dr. Dhaval Patel Assistant Professor, Department of Bioinformatics
Dr. Rohini Nair Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Biotechnology
Dr. Ankit Rai Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Biotechnology
Dr. Gaurav Jerath Assistant Professor, Department of Medical Biotechnology
Dr. Neelam Kungwani Assistant Professor, Department of Marine Biotechnology
Additionally, key figures from the University of Edinburgh, collaborating with Gujarat Biotechnology University, include:
Prof. David Gray Head of School - Biological Sciences, University of Edinburgh
Dr. Anne Payne Professional Services Leader for the GBU Partnership at University of Edinburgh
Prof. Pankaj Pankaj International Dean for South Asia, University of Edinburgh
Prof. Peter Doerner Coordinating Curriculum Design and Providing Academic Leadership to GBU
Ms. Amrita Sadarangani Executive Director for the Gujarat Biotechnology University Project
Ms. Julia Eighteen Providing Project Management Support for GBU
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat
