The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the commencement of applications for the Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology/Biotechnology Eligibility Test or GAT-B/BET 2023. Aspiring candidates can apply from March 10 onwards through the official website, dbt.nta.nic.in. The last date to submit the application form is March 31. Here is everything you need to know about the exam:
GAT-B/BET 2023 Overview
| Important Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology/Biotechnology Eligibility Test (GAT-B/BET) 2023 |
| Conducting Body | National Testing Agency (NTA) |
| Application Window | March 10-31, 2023 |
| Application Form Correction Window | April 3-4, 2023 |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Exam Date | April 23, 2023 |
| Exam Duration | 180 minutes |
| Exam Medium | English |
| GAT-B Exam Timing | 9 am to 12 pm |
| BET Exam Timing | 3 pm to 6 pm |
| Exam Fee for GAT-B/BET (OBC, EWS and unreserved candidates) | ₹1,200 |
| Exam Fee for GAT-B/BET (SC, ST and PWD candidates) | ₹600 |
| Exam Fee for GAT-B and BET (OBC, EWS and unreserved candidates) | ₹2,400 |
| Exam Fee for GAT-B and BET (SC, ST and PWD candidates) | ₹1,200 |
| Exam Topics | Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology |
| Exam Purpose | Admission to Department of Biotechnology supported Post Graduate Programme in Biotechnology and allied areas in participating Institutions |
Important Dates:
- Application window: March 10-31, 2023
- Application form correction window: April 3-4, 2023
- Admit card release: To be announced
- Exam date: April 23, 2023
- Exam duration: 180 minutes
- Medium: English
- GAT-B Exam timing: 9 am to 12 pm
- BET Exam timing: 3 pm to 6 pm
Exam Fee:
- GAT-B or BET exam fee for OBC, EWS and unreserved candidates: ₹1,200
- GAT-B or BET exam fee for SC, ST and PWD candidates: ₹600
- GAT-B and BET exam fee for OBC, EWS and unreserved candidates: ₹2,400
- GAT-B and BET exam fee for SC, ST and PWD candidates: ₹1,200
Exam Details:
The GAT-B/BET exam is held for admission to Department of Biotechnology supported Post Graduate Programme in Biotechnology and allied areas in participating Institutions.
BET is for award of DBT – Junior Research Fellowship (DBT-JRF) for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology (BET).
The exam will consist of multiple choice questions (MCQs) and will cover various topics including:
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Biology
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply for GAT-B/BET 2023 by following the steps given below:
- Step 1: Visit the official website, dbt.nta.nic.in
- Step 2: Click on the “GAT-B/BET 2023” link
- Step 3: Register yourself by providing the required details
- Step 4: Fill the application form and upload the necessary documents
- Step 5: Pay the application fee using the available payment methods
- Step 6: Submit the application form
- Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference
FAQS
Q. When will the GAT-B/BET 2023 exam be conducted?
A. The GAT-B/BET 2023 exam is scheduled to be held on April 23, 2023.
Q. What is the duration of GAT-B/BET 2023 exam?
A. The duration of the GAT-B/BET 2023 exam is 180 minutes.
Q. What is the medium of instruction for GAT-B/BET 2023 exam?
A. The medium of instruction for the GAT-B/BET 2023 exam is English.
Q. What are the topics covered in the GAT-B/BET 2023 exam?
A. The GAT-B/BET 2023 exam covers various topics such as Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology.
Q. When will the admit card for GAT-B/BET 2023 be released?
Soon
Q. Can I make corrections to my GAT-B/BET 2023 application form?
A. Yes, candidates can make corrections to their GAT-B/BET 2023 application form during the correction window which will be available from April 3 to 4, 2023.