Computational Biology Scholarship by Pondicherry University

Brief Description

The Computational Biology Scholarship by Pondicherry University aims to support and encourage students interested in pursuing a career in this advanced and interdisciplinary field. The program provides financial assistance to deserving students, helping them pursue their academic goals and contribute to the field of computational biology.

Host Institution(s)

Pondicherry University, located in Puducherry, India, is the host institution for this scholarship. It was founded in 1985 and is a central university accredited with “A” grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The university offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in different fields of study.

Level/Field of Study

This scholarship is available for students pursuing a Master’s degree or a Ph.D. in computational biology at Pondicherry University.

Number of Awards

The scholarship is awarded to a limited number of students every year, based on the availability of funds and the number of eligible applicants.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who have a passion for computational biology and have demonstrated academic excellence in their previous studies.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The scholarship covers the tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend to the selected students. It also covers expenses related to research work, such as buying books, attending conferences, and publishing research papers. Additionally, the scholarship offers students the opportunity to work under experienced mentors and gain valuable research experience.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Computational Biology Scholarship by Pondicherry University, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA) for Master’s program applicants and a Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) for Ph.D. program applicants.
2. Must have a strong interest in computational biology and demonstrated academic excellence.
3. Must have a valid GATE/CSIR-NET/JRF/ICMR-NET/DBT-BET/JEST/RGNF/INSPIRE or any other equivalent national-level examination scorecard.
4. Must meet the eligibility criteria for admission to the Master’s or Ph.D. program in computational biology at Pondicherry University.

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Application Instructions

Interested students can apply for the scholarship by filling out the online application form available on the official website. Along with the completed application form, applicants must also submit their academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and the scorecard of any national-level examination mentioned above. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview before the final selection is made.

Official Website

To learn more about the scholarship and to access the online application form, please visit the official website.