IIITD Computational Biology MTech Admissions 2016

Life science is increasingly becoming an interdisciplinary field requiring knowledge of biology, computation and mathematics as well. M.Tech CB program integrates applicable knowledge from these three main areas we at IIIT-Delhi empower students with tools and techniques from these fields enabling them to solve problems in  the interdisciplinary field of computational biology, which is in demand from both academia and industry.

IIIT-Delhi invites applications for admission to M.Tech(CB) programme.

Eligibility Criteria

1. B.Tech/BE in CS/IT/Math-and-Computing
   or
   B.Tech/BE in any other discipline and must have done the following in their programme:
   • at least one computer programming course, and
   • at least two mathematics courses
2. All applicants must have a valid GATE score (2015/2016).
3. They must have a CGPA of at least 6.5 out of 10 or 65% in B.Tech/BE and 60% in all previous degrees including 10+2.

IIIT-Delhi provides relaxation to SC, ST, OBC, PwD and CW category candidates. Candidates under these categories must have CGPA of at least 6.0 out of 10 or 60% in B.Tech/BE and 55% in all previous degrees including 10+2.

Note: Candidates who are appearing in the final examination are also eligible to apply. They are required to provide their last CGPA/aggregate percentage of marks.

Application Process

1. Apply online: Fill up the M.Tech application form available on this link.
2. Application checklist:
   • Read the instructions carefully.
   • Fill up the form online
   • Pay the application processing fee of Rs.350/-

Selection Process
The selection for M.Tech admission will comprise of three stages:

1st Stage: The applicants will be screened on the basis of GATE scores and their previous academic record (B.Tech/BE, 10+2). Maximum of 80 students will be invited to IIIT- Delhi to participate in the second stage.

2nd Stage: The selected candidates have to appear for a written exam in IIIT-Delhi that will test the candidates on mathematics, analytical abilities and comprehension skills. Depending on the results of this test, a maximum of 50 candidates will be invited to take part in the third stage, which will take place at IIIT Delhi.

3rd Stage: The candidates will be interviewed by the IIIT Delhi Faculty members.

Scholarships: Eligible students will get GATE scholarships.

Fees: The fee for the entire M.Tech program is Rs 2.5 Lac.

Important Dates

• Online Application Starts on -March 21, 2016 (Monday)
• Last Date of online Application -April 11, 2016 (Monday)
• Announcement of shortlisted candidates -April 14, 2016(Thursday)
• Test & Interview (at IIIT-Delhi campus) -April 23, 2016(Saturday)
• Publication of final Result -April 25, 2016 (Monday)
• Admission (at IIIT-Delhi Campus) -May 02, 2016(Monday)
• Starting of Refresher module (Tentative) -July 01, 2016 (Friday)