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BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 for the Monsoon Session 2026-27 is now open at the BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (NII), New Delhi. Online applications are invited from 10 April 2026 to 30 April 2026 for the PhD programme in cutting-edge areas of immunology and related biological sciences. This guide provides complete details on eligibility, important dates, application process, fees, selection procedure, and research areas to help aspiring researchers apply successfully for the BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026.'

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BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 Overview

Particulars	Details
Institute	BRIC-National Institute of Immunology (NII)
Programme	PhD (Monsoon Session 2026-27)
Application Start Date	10 April 2026
Last Date to Apply	30 April 2026
Shortlist Notification	11 May 2026
Affiliation	Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB)
Official Website	nii.res.in

BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Begins	10 April 2026
Online Application Closes	30 April 2026
Publication of Shortlist for Interviews	11 May 2026
Offline Interviews	8 June 2026 to 12 June 2026
PhD Programme Commencement	6 July 2026
Laboratory & Thesis Supervisor Allotment	By 10 July 2026

BRIC-NII PhD Eligibility Criteria 2026

Candidates must meet the following requirements:

Criteria	Details
Educational Qualification	Master’s degree or 4-year Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc./B.Tech. or equivalent) in any branch of Science/Technology, M.V.Sc., or MBBS from a recognized institution as per RCB norms
Minimum Marks	Minimum 60% aggregate or equivalent GPA (55% for OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD, EWS)
Fellowship Requirement	Valid 5-year doctoral fellowship from UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT or any other Government-recognized agency
Other	Name and Date of Birth must match Secondary School Certificate (10th standard)

Candidates appearing in the final year of qualifying examination are eligible to apply but must produce proof of eligibility at the time of joining.

BRIC-NII PhD Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC	₹600
OBC-NCL / SC / ST / PwD / EWS	₹300

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online during the application process.

How to Apply for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026

Visit the official online application portal: nii.res.in
Register and fill the application form with correct personal and academic details.
Upload required documents and pay the application fee.
Submit the form before 30 April 2026.

BRIC-NII PhD Selection Process

Selection for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 is based on a single round of offline interview conducted at the BRIC-NII campus in New Delhi. Shortlisted candidates will be informed on 11 May 2026. Accommodation for outstation candidates may be arranged for one day at nominal charges. Final selection depends on performance in the interview. Selected candidates must activate their JRF fellowship immediately upon joining.

Research Areas at BRIC-NII

The institute offers PhD research in the following interdisciplinary areas:

Immunology
Infectious and Chronic Disease Biology
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Chemical Biology
Structural Biology
Computational Biology

Reservation Policy

Reservations are provided as per Government of India norms:

SC: 15%
ST: 7.5%
OBC (NCL): 27%
PwD: 5% (horizontal)
EWS: 10%

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 - FAQ's

Q1. What is the last date for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026?

The last date to apply for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026 (Monsoon Session) is 30 April 2026. Online applications started on 10 April 2026.

Q2. What is the eligibility for NII PhD 2026?

Candidates need a Master’s degree or 4-year Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories) and a valid 5-year JRF fellowship from CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR or equivalent.

Q3. How can I apply for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026?

Applications must be submitted online only through the portal https://phdapplications.nii.res.in/. Fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee and submit before the deadline.

Q4. What is the application fee for BRIC-NII PhD 2026?

The application fee is ₹600 for General/OBC candidates and ₹300 for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS categories. The fee is non-refundable.

Q5. Is there any age limit for NII PhD admission?

There is no upper age limit specified for BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026. Candidates must fulfill the educational and fellowship requirements.

BRIC-NII PhD Admission 2026: Monsoon Session Opens, Apply Online, Eligibility, Dates & Notification

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