The National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted the entrance exam for the Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology on 20.04.2025, to permit admission to eligible students in the department of Biotechnology supported post-graduation programme in biotechnology or allied areas in participating Universities.
- A total of 10,417 candidates have registered for the GAT-B, with 2,408 males and 6,009 females appearing for the exam.
- The result for GAT-B 2025 was declared on 5 JUNE 2025, on the official NTA website. Candidates can visit the official NTA website for updates.
GAT-B 2025 Seat Matrix:
A total of 1,331 DBT‑sanctioned seats are available across 79 participating Universities/Institutes for the Post-graduation program in Biotechnology and allied fields. Here’s a Category-wise breakdown of Seat Matrix for GAZ-B 2025:
| CATEGORY | Percent of Seats Alloted. |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 50.5% |
| OBC-NCL | 27% |
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5% |
To view the college-wise seat matrix, click here.
How to download the GAT-B 2025 Scorecard?
The process to download the GAT-B 2025 result is quite easy. Candidate who appeared for GAT-B 2025 can download their result by following the given steps:
| STEP | DETAILS |
|---|---|
| Visit the NTA official Website | Click on the download GAT-B Scorecard on the homepage. https://exams.nta.ac.in/DBT/ |
| Details | Fill in your details:Application numberDate of BirthEnter Security Pin |
| Download Score | After filling in your details, you may download your result. |
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GAT-B 2025 MERIT LIST:
The Department of Biotechnology has officially released the GAT-B 2025 merit list on June 5, 2025. The merit includes the Name, Application number, Ranks, and Score of the candidate.
Merit list of GAT-B 2025:
Candidates can access the merit list released on June 5, 2025, by the Department of Biotechnology by clicking on the link.
Click here to download the Merit List of GAT-B 2025.
GAT-B 2025 CUT-OFF:
The category-wise cut-off for GAT-B 2025 has been released, based on the merit list published on June 5, 2025.
•The cutoff for General Category was 127 in 2024 but this year it is 145 due to the increased competition in UR.
• OBC-NCL vs EWS , cutoffs are nearly equal, there is high competition in the following categories.
• The Participating Universities will contact the candidate based on the category cutoff and the Marks scored by the Candidate.
Here’s a category-wise breakdown of the cut-off for GAT-B 2025:
| Category | Cut-off | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 145 | 60.42 |
| OBC-NCL | 104.5 | 43.54 |
| ST | 60.5 | 25.21 |
| SC | 80 | 33.33 |
| EWS | 103.5 | 43.13 |
| PwD | 62 | 25.83 |
GAT-B Counselling Process:
Once the merit for GAT-B 2025 is out, candidates will be informed about the seat intakes. Candidate can exercise their options for preferred courses online. Here’s a guide on how to apply for the GAT-B counselling process.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Merit-list announcement | More than double the candidates compared to the total seat intake will be informed about their merit ranks |
| Seat Availability | Students will be informed about the no. of seats available in an institute, and candidates need to exercise their preferred course options. |
| Eligibility Criteria | Before choosing an option, Candidates must check whether they meet the minimum eligibility criteria given by the respective universities. |
| Seat Allotment | Participating institutes will inform candidates and the allotted university about the allotment. |
| Admission Schedule | Allotted universities will communicate about the admission process. |
Stipend and Financial Assistance through GAT-B:
Candidates who get admitted to a DBT-supported post-graduation program through GAT-B 2025 are eligible for monthly stipends.
- M.Sc. Biotechnology & Allied Areas: ₹5,000 per month
- M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology: ₹7,500 per month
- M.Tech./M.V.Sc. Programs: ₹12,000 per month
DETAILS OF PARTICIPATING INSTITUTIONS / UNIVERSITIES IN GAT-B 2025 :
Students seeking admission in the Department of Biotechnology or allied areas can apply for the counselling of these universities with their preferred course.
In total, there are 79 universities participating in GAT-B 2025. To get detailed information about these universities. Click here (From page 43)
GAT-B 2025 PARTICIPATING UNIVERSITY ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA :
| Institute | ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA |
|---|---|
| Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu M. Sc. Biotechnology Dr. K. Balamurugan | B. Sc. Physical Sciences (Physics, Chemistry or equivalent)/ Biological (Botany, zoology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology or equivalent)/ Agricultural/ Veterinary/ Fisheries Sciences/ Pharmacy/ Engineering in relevant discipline/ Technology or equivalent degree (with 55% for others and for SC/ ST 50% marks) |
| Amity University, Haryana M. Sc. Biotechnology Prof. Rajendra Prasad | Bachelor's degree with at least 55% marks in Life Sciences, Agriculture, Pharmacy, Biological, Biotechnology, Physical Veterinary, and Fishery Sciences. |
| Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Uttar Pradesh in M. Sc. Biotechnology Prof. P Shukla | Bachelor's Degree under 10+2+3 pattern in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary and Fishery Science, Pharmacy, Engineering/ Technology, 4 years B. Sc. (Physician Assistant Course); or MBBS/ B.D.S with at least 55% Marks. |
| Banasthali Vidyapith, Rajasthan www.banasthali.org M. Sc. Biotechnology Prof. Dipjyoti Chakraborty | 55% in Bachelor's degree in various Life Science Disciplines. Admission to Banasthali Vidyapith is open to women only. |
| Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu M. Sc. Medical Biotechnology Dr. R. Sathish Kumar | Bachelor's degree in any Life Sciences/ Biological Sciences (Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Genetics, Biomedical Genetics, etc.); Bachelor's degree in Technology (Biotechnology/ Biomedical Engineering); M.B.B.S/ B.D.S/B. V. Sc./ B. Pharm. From recognised institutions. |
| Berhampur University, Odisha M. Sc. Biotechnology Prof. Jogeswar Panigrahi | Any Science Graduate (Physical Science, Chemical Science, Biological Science, Medical Science, and/or Agriculture) having 50% marks in aggregate with Biology at +2/ Senior Secondary Level. |
| Central University of Jammu M. Sc. Biotechnology Prof. Mushtaq Ahmed | Bachelor’s degree with Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Zoology/ Bioinformatics/ Pharmacy/Life Sciences/ any other allied discipline in Biosciences as one of the subjects with 55% marks or equivalent grade (50% for SC/ ST/ PWD candidates) from a recognised University/ Institute. |
| Central University of Rajasthan | Bachelor’s degree with Microbiology/Zoology/ Botany/Life Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Genetics/ Biotechnology/ Medicine/ Pharmacy any other discipline of Biological Sciences as one of the main subjects and Chemistry as one of the optional subjects at least for One year or Two semesters with a minimum of 50% general category and 45% (or equivalent grade) for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS candidates |
| Gautam Buddha University, Uttar Pradesh | B. Sc. Degree in Life Science/ Biology/ Biotechnology or any area of Biology from any recognised university/ College with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ ST) or equivalent grade |
| GIET University, Odisha | A pass in B.Sc. Biotechnology / B. Sc. with Biochemistry / Microbiology / Botany / Zoology /Physics /Chemistry/ Environmental Sciences/ Agriculture/ BVSc /B. Tech Biotechnology/ B. Pharma /BAMS/ BHMS/ BPT and any other related discipline with not less than 45 % marks in aggregate. |
FOR ANY QUERY, CONTACT:
Email ID:- dbt@nta.ac.in
Contact No. :-011-69227700 / 011-40759000
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