Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) offers a full-time Ph.D. in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering under its Faculty of Science, Technology and Architecture (FoSTA), through the Department of Biosciences and the Department of Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering. This interdisciplinary doctoral programme bridges the life sciences and engineering domains, enabling scholars to conduct original research in areas such as biomaterials, tissue engineering, bioinformatics, drug delivery systems, and molecular biology. The duration ranges from a minimum of 3 years to a maximum of 6 years, with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 30,000 and a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000. Admissions are conducted twice a year (July and January cycles) through a university-level entrance test and interview, and the programme is particularly suited for candidates with backgrounds in biotechnology, life sciences, biomedical engineering, or related disciplines.

Admissions for the January 2026 batch are now closed, with PhD course work commencing on January 21, 2026. The next admission cycle (July 2026) is expected to open tentatively in May-June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule.

Key Points

Ph.D. in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering is offered as a full-time on-campus programme; part-time registration is also available for working professionals.
Research areas include Biomaterials, Tissue Engineering, Bioinformatics, Drug Delivery Systems, Molecular Biology, Genomics, Proteomics, and Biomedical Devices.
Scholars holding UGC-NET/CSIR-NET JRF (Life Sciences/Biotechnology), GATE, M.Phil., or SLET are exempted from the university entrance examination.
MUJ has dedicated biosciences and biotechnology labs with access to Central Analytical Facilities (CAF) and Sophisticated Analytical Instrumental Facilities (SAIF) for advanced characterisation.
Full-time scholars are eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship providing a monthly stipend of up to Rs. 45,000 in the third year.
MUJ supports scholars to present at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences with a one-time reimbursement of up to Rs. 30,000.
The programme benefits from MUJ's collaborations with healthcare institutions and biotech companies, providing access to real-world biomedical research challenges.

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MUJ Ph.D. Biosciences Fees

The Ph.D. (Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering) programme at MUJ follows a simple fee structure with a one-time registration fee and an annual tuition fee payable until thesis submission. For Indian scholars, the minimum total fee over a 3-year duration is Rs. 1,00,000. There is no semester-wise fee split, and the caution deposit is refundable upon programme completion.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Indian Scholars)
Registration Fee (One-time)	Rs. 10,000
Annual Tuition Fee (per year, till thesis submission)	Rs. 30,000
Total Fees (for minimum 3-year duration)	Rs. 1,00,000
Hostel Fees (optional, per year)	As applicable (see note)

Registration fee is non-refundable.
Caution deposit (if any) is refundable on completion of the programme.
Hostel accommodation is available on campus but is optional for PhD scholars; hostel fees vary by room type.
For Foreign/NRI scholars: Registration fee is USD 300 and annual fee is USD 1,100.
Fees are subject to revision as per the Fee Fixation Committee's approval.
Payment can be made via Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Manipal University Jaipur" payable at Jaipur, or online through the university portal.

MUJ Ph.D. Biosciences Admission 2026

MUJ conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - in July and January. The selection process involves a written entrance test (conducted online) followed by a personal interview of shortlisted candidates. Candidates holding UGC-NET/CSIR-NET JRF, GATE, M.Phil., SLET, or Teacher Fellowship are exempted from the entrance test. The January 2026 admission cycle has been completed; the next cycle (July 2026) is expected to follow a similar timeline.

MUJ PhD Admission Schedule

Event	January 2026 (Actual)	July 2026 (Tentative)
Call for PhD Applications	December 8, 2025	May 2026
Application Closes	December 27, 2025	Late May 2026
PhD Entrance Test (Online)	January 5, 2026	June 2026
Interview of Shortlisted Candidates	January 6-8, 2026	June 2026
Declaration of Results	January 9, 2026	June 2026
Dr. Ram Das Pai Scholarship Interview	January 12-13, 2026	July 2026
Fee Submission and Document Verification	January 16, 2026	July 2026
Last Date of PhD Registration	January 20, 2026	July 2026
PhD Course Work Starts	January 21, 2026	July/August 2026

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Registration Dates	Exam Dates	Result Date	Status
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Oct 7 - Nov 7, 2025	Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026	February 4, 2026	Completed
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Apr 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)	July 2026 (Tentative)	Upcoming
CSIR-NET (Life Sciences/Biotechnology)	May 1 - May 21, 2026 (Tentative)	July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)	September 2026 (Tentative)	Upcoming

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree from a UGC-recognised institution with a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
Candidates with M.Phil., UGC-CSIR NET/JRF (Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or related subjects), SLET, GATE, or Teacher Fellowship are exempted from the university entrance examination.
For foreign university graduates, equivalence of the qualifying degree will be determined by the Directorate of Research (DoR) at MUJ.

Admission Process

Apply online at admissions.jaipur.manipal.edu during the application window.
Appear for the MUJ PhD Entrance Test (online mode) - covers subject-specific knowledge in Biosciences/Biomedical Engineering and research methodology.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview conducted by the relevant department.
Results are declared, and selected candidates complete fee payment, NOC submission, and document verification.
PhD registration is formalised and course work begins.

MUJ Ph.D. Biosciences Scholarships 2026

MUJ offers the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship exclusively for full-time PhD scholars, providing a monthly stipend that increases progressively over three years. Additionally, scholars can avail conference travel support for presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences. The scholarship is awarded through a competitive interview process by the Directorate of Research, with 20 slots available per academic year.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Dr. Ramdas Pai PhD Scholarship	Full-time PhD scholars at MUJ (not holding external JRF/SRF)	Rs. 35,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 40,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 45,000/month (Year 3)	Maximum 3 years from date of registration
Conference Travel Support	All full-time PhD scholars	Up to Rs. 30,000 (one-time)	For presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences

Scholars already holding CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT/ICMR JRF, or engaged as JRF/SRF/RA/Project Fellow in any funded project at MUJ are NOT eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship.
Total of 20 scholarships are awarded per academic year (August to July), 10 per semester.
If a scholar withdraws or completes tenure, the slot may be reassigned to another scholar in the next semester.
Government scholarships such as UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, DBT-JRF, ICMR-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, etc., can be availed independently and are not restricted by MUJ.

MUJ Ph.D. Biosciences Placement 2026

Placement data exclusive to the Ph.D. (Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering) programme at MUJ is not publicly available. Ph.D. graduates in this interdisciplinary field typically pursue careers in academia (faculty/research positions), R&D divisions of pharmaceutical and biotech companies, government research organisations (ICMR, DBT, CSIR labs), hospitals and medical device companies, and as research scientists in companies like Biocon, Dr. Reddy's, Cipla, and Siemens Healthineers. MUJ's healthcare and biotech industry connections support scholars in accessing post-doctoral and industry research opportunities.

Typical Career Paths

Career Path	Examples
Academia	Faculty/research positions
R&D divisions	Pharmaceutical and biotech companies
Government research organisations	ICMR, DBT, CSIR labs
Hospitals and medical device companies	-
Research scientists	Biocon, Dr. Reddy's, Cipla, Siemens Healthineers

Manipal University Jaipur Ph.D Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#165 out of 762 in India 2025

#6th in Rajasthan

Indiatoday Ranking

#46 out of 269 in India 2025

#4th in Rajasthan

The Week Ranking

#77 out of 286 in India 2025

#4th in Rajasthan

NIRF Ranking

#58 out of 300 in India 2025

#4th in Rajasthan

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MUJ Ph.D. Biosciences FAQs

Ques. Can a candidate with an M.Sc. in Biotechnology or Life Sciences apply for PhD in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering at MUJ?

Ans. Yes, candidates with an M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related disciplines from a UGC-recognised institution with at least 55% marks are eligible. The research area should align with the available supervisors in the Biosciences or Biotechnology and Chemical Engineering departments.

Ques. What is the difference between PhD in Biosciences and PhD in Biotechnology at MUJ?

Ans. PhD in Biosciences focuses on fundamental biological sciences including molecular biology, genomics, and ecology, while PhD in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering has a stronger engineering component covering biomaterials, biomedical devices, and tissue engineering. Candidates should choose based on their research interest and the available supervisors.

Ques. Are CSIR-NET Life Sciences or DBT-JRF holders exempted from the MUJ PhD entrance test?

Ans. Yes, candidates holding CSIR-NET JRF (Life Sciences or related subjects) or DBT-JRF are exempted from the MUJ PhD Entrance Test. They are also eligible to apply for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship only if they are NOT already receiving the external JRF stipend.

Ques. What analytical facilities are available for Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering PhD scholars at MUJ?

Ans. MUJ has dedicated biosciences and biotechnology labs with equipment for cell culture, molecular biology, and biochemical analysis. The Central Analytical Facilities (CAF) and Sophisticated Analytical Instrumental Facilities (SAIF) provide access to advanced instruments like HPLC, GC-MS, SEM, and spectroscopy equipment.

Ques. Is there scope for interdisciplinary research combining engineering and life sciences at MUJ?

Ans. Yes, the PhD in Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering is inherently interdisciplinary. Scholars can work on projects that combine biological sciences with engineering principles, such as developing biomedical devices, drug delivery systems, or computational biology tools. MUJ's multi-departmental structure facilitates co-supervision across departments.

Ques. What government funding opportunities are available for PhD scholars in Biosciences at MUJ?

Ans. Scholars can apply for fellowships from DBT (Department of Biotechnology), ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research), CSIR, DST-INSPIRE, and other government agencies independently. MUJ also has externally funded research projects from government agencies that scholars can work on. Details of available funded positions are shared through the Directorate of Research.