CDFD Research Scholar program II Oficial Notice Apply Now

CDFD ( Center for DNA fingerprinting and diagnostics ) Announced Research Scholars Program For Any Post Graduate, MBBS Holders Published on 15 November 2018

On 15/11/2018, CDFD has announced Research Scholars Program For Any Post Graduate, MBBS Holders. Interested and Eligible candidates can submit their application to CDFD official website on or before 17/12/2018. Check out your eligibility criteria, selection procedure and important guidelines before apply.

About CDFD

The Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) is an autonomous organization situated in Hyderabad funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.

In addition, DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics services provided by the centre support some of the activities. The Centre is recognized by the University of Hyderabad for pursuing Ph.D. programme in Life Sciences. CDFD equipped with world class state-of-the-art instrumentation and computing infrastructure to facilitate working in frontier areas of research in Life Sciences. There are presently nineteen groups working on diverse research areas and the centre continues to attract leaders in related discipline

CDFD is located in the fastest growing metropolitan city of Hyderabad, more popularly known as Cyberabad. CDFD provides a congenial work atmosphere. If You are looking for best opportunity for you career in research field. And interest in Study of DNA fingerprinting and diagnostics them CDFD gives and opportunities for everyone to set up your interest and career. The CDFD (Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics), Hyderabad, is a premier institute in the country, which provides services in DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics and conducts basic research in the frontier areas of modern biology.

About CDFD Program :

CDFD invited applications from highly self motivated and research committed candidates, willing to take up challenges in modern biology and DNA technology, for admissions to our Research Scholars program. Keeping in view the interdisciplinary nature of modern biology, CDFD especially encourage persons from diverse backgrounds to apply. Those admitted as Research Scholars would be encouraged to apply for the Ph.D. program of Manipal University or University of Hyderabad or Regional Centre of Biotechnology.

Values of this program :

1. CDFD Research Scholar Program scheme supports young researcher who have demonstrated high potential and who wish to establish themselves as independent researchers in DNA technology and fingerprinting.
2. CDFD research Scholar program program attract highly skilled researchers and scientists to pursue their R&D interests in Indian Institutions.
3. CDFD research Scholar program program is highly competitive.
4. CDFD research Scholar program scheme is intended for those wishing to return to an area of molecular biology, DNA technology, DNA fingerprinting, Diagnostics areas and bioscience.
5. CDFD scheme aims to provide career development opportunities for those who are at a relatively early stage of their academic careers but with a proven record of research.

Eligibility criteria : 

1. Interested candidates must have:Master’s degree in any branch of Science, Technology, or Agriculture from a recognized University/ Institute OR MBBS. 
2. Candidates who have not completed their final year/ fourth semester examination are not eligible for RSP-II-2018.
3. Candidates must Qualified CSIR / UGC / DBT / ICMR / INSPIRE NET JRF / UGC – RGNF (or similar) or have qualified BINC examination conducted by the DBT with fellowship or JEST with fellowship. 
4. Candidates having qualified for the Project-JRF fellowship under the ICMR funded project Scheme/ [which is only for a period of two years] / DBT JRF NET with a B.Tech. [Biotechnology] degree /DBT JRF NET under DBT – B category list are NOT eligible to apply.
5. Candidates with LS-NET qualification only in CSIR-UGC (NET) examination need not apply.
6. Admission to CDFD–Research Scholars program is based on a 2-tier system involving a written / LAN based examination followed by interview of candidates who have qualified the written / LAN based examination. 
7. Only those candidates will be allowed to appear for the CDFD RSP-II-2018 examination and interview who produce proof of having cleared the CSIR/UGC/DBT/ICMR/INSPIRE NET/UGC-RGNF (or equivalent)/ or JEST for JRF or have qualified BINC examination conducted by the DBT with fellowship.
8. Interested candidates who fulfill the above conditions may register their names for RESEARCH SCHOLARS PROGRAM – II – 2018 by applying in the prescribed application form which is available online only. 
9. Complete the application form online at http://www.cdfd.org.in.

current subjects for research themes include:

1. Computational Biology
2. cancer and stem cell biology.
3. genetics and epigenetics
4. cell signalling
5. molecular and cellular biology

6. molecular pathogenesis

Application Fee

The candidates applying are requested to pay an application fee as detailed below:

The additional Payment Gateway Transaction Charges @ 3.10% will be charged extra from the Candidate.

Important dates : 

1. Online facility of application will open on 15.11.2018 
2. Application closed on 17.12.2018.
3. Shortlisted candidates list on official website 24/12/2018
4. Computer based LAN examination on 21.01.2019
5. Those who qualify the LAN based examination will be interviewed on 22.01.2019. 

Last date to apply : 

Interested and qualified candidates can submit there application in prescribed format which is given to official website of  http://www.cdfd.org.in you have to download prescribed format and forward to CDFD before due date 17 December 2018.

Important link's :

1. Official website : http://www.cdfd.org.in
2. Download Application format

APPLY ONLINE

Contact details :

Director 
APEDA-CDFD Centre for Basmati DNA Analysis, Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) 
Inner Ring Road, Uppal  
Hyderabad 500 039 
TELANGANA 
Tel.No. +91-40-27216004/005
Fax.No. +91-40-27216006
E-mail: apeda_cdfd@cdfd.org.in

Or 

I/c EMPC, 
Inner Ring Road, Uppal, 
Hyderabad - 500 039 
Telangana State 
Ph No. +91-40-27216077, 27216078
EMail : academia@cdfd.org.in 
EMail : dean@cdfd.org.in

Important guidelines : 

1. The list of shortlisted candidates for the LAN examination will be displayed on official website by 24.12.2018. 
2. The Individual Admit Card / Hall Ticket with details of user name, password, venue of the examination and time will be sent through e-mail. 
3. No individual intimation letter would be sent.
4. Eligible candidates will be called for Computer based LAN examination on 21.01.2019. 
5. Those who qualify the LAN based examination will be interviewed on 22.01.2019. 
6. No TA/DA will be paid. Director, CDFD reserves the right to accept / reject any or all applications without assigning any reasons what so ever.
7. For queries regarding the mode of exam, syllabus, etc. click on FAQs.
8. Candidates will have to make their own arrangements for travel, stay, etc. at the examination centre and/or in Hyderabad for interviews. Travelling allowance is not payable by CDFD.
9. Mere fulfilment of the minimum requirements stipulated in the notification would not automatically entitle a person for selection. The decision of CDFD in this regard shall be final. 
10. Canvassing in any form and/or bringing in any influence, political or otherwise, will be treated as a disqualification.