Bose Institute, Kolkata is an autonomous research institution established in 1917, by Sir J.C Bose, the founder of modern science in Indian Subcontinent. Being Asia’s first research centre devoted to interdisciplinary research, the institute offers Ph.D. programs in various interdisciplinary specializations. Moreover, the institute has also an integrated M.Sc. – Ph.D. program, admission to which is based on entrance exam scores. 

Besides, academics the institute also conducts workshops and seminars so give the students an exposure in their respective fields. The institute has also a summer training programme for outstanding students in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, and Chemical Sciences for a period of two months. The institute is being ranked 26th by “Ranking web of Research Centres” among the research centres of our country.

Bose Institute Highlights

Established | Type 1917 | Public
Founded by Jagdish Chandra Bose
Affiliated to Department of Science & Technology (Govt. of India)
Courses offered Ph.D., Integrated Ph.D.
Admission criteria  Entrance-based
Accepted test scores JGEEBILS, JEST, JRF-GATE , ICMR-JRF
Facilities available Library, Auditorium, Hostel, Museum
Official website http://www.jcbose.ac.in/

Bose Institute Courses

The institute offers Ph.D. programs and an Integrated M.Sc. – Ph.D. program. The institute also offers a summer training program for the outstanding students for a duration of 2 months. The following table sums up the details of all its programs:

Course Name Details
Ph.D. Specializations: Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, Interdisciplinary Sciences.
Eligibility: Master’s degree in Engineering/ Science/ Technology in any branch of Science or Engineering.
Selection Criteria: Entrance Based
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M.Sc. + Ph.D. Specializations: Life Sciences and Physical Sciences.
Eligibility: Should have a minimum CGPA of 6 on a 10-point scale or 60% marks in overall percentage as well as in the major subject or percentage equivalent converted from CGPI /CPI in B. Sc. (Physics / Mathematics) / B.E. / B.Tech.
Selection Criteria: Entrance Based
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Bose Institute Admissions

The admission to its courses is based on the entrance examinations.

Ph.D. Admissions

  • Candidates should have a valid award of JRF (CSIR-UGC-JRF/ DBT-JRF/ ICMR-JRF/ DST-INSPIRE/ DBT-BINC or equivalent).
  • The Minimum eligibility criteria for Ph.D. admissions is a Master’s degree in Engineering/ Science/ Technology in any branch of Science or Engineering.
  • The admission is offered on the basis of the candidate’s performance in the Personal Interview.
  • The Ph.D. admissions take place twice a year in January and July. Candidates need to apply online through the institute’s website. Given below is the details of the tentative timelines for Ph.D. admissions every year:
January July
Online Application: March-April Online Application: September-October
Interviews: April-May Interviews: October-November
Offer of Admission: May-June Offer of Admission: November-December

Integrated Ph.D. Admissions (M.Sc. – Ph.D.)

  • The candidates need to appear for the JGEEBILS examination conducted by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research or Joint Entrance Screening Test.
  • To be eligible for the admissions, applicants should have a minimum CGPA of 6 on a 10-point scale or 60% marks in overall percentage as well as in the major subject or percentage equivalent converted from CGPI /CPI in B. Sc. (Physics / Mathematics) / B.E. / B.Tech.
  • Candidates clearing the entrance examination will have to appear for a personal interview. Admission will be given to the candidates on the basis of their performance in the interview.
  • Candidates need to apply online by filling up the details and by paying an application fee of INR 1000.

Bose Institute Scholarships

The institute provides fellowship for the students pursuing Ph.D. and integrated Ph.D.

  • Until the first two years all the students pursuing integrated Ph.D. (M.Sc. – Ph.D.) will be getting a fellowship of INR 12,000 per month.
  • Fellowship during the Ph.D. period will be according to the rules and regulations of the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.
  • The Ph.D. candidates can also apply for the “Prime Minister’s Fellowship for Doctoral Research” in www.prime minister fellowship scheme.in.

Bose Institute Research Works

The institute has an impeccable record in terms of research works. Over the years it has consistently been ranked among the top 50 research institutes of the country. As per the latest report the institute has been ranked 26 in the country and 929 in the world by “Ranking web of Research Centres.”

 Some of the institutional research programmes of the institute include:

  • Plant Functional Biology of Stress Responses for Improvement and Exploring Plant Genetic Resources
  • Structural Studies and Biophysical Problems
  • Computational Biology
  • Molecular Medicine
  • Basic and Applied Microbiology
  • Systems and Synthetic Biology
  • Basic and Applied Problems in Physical and Environmental Sciences
  • Complex Systems

The institute has various research centres where different research work takes place. The research centres under the institute are mentioned below:

  • Acharya JC Bose Biotechnology Innovation Centre
  • Centre for Astroparticle Physics & Space Sciences
  • Centre of Excellence in Bioinformatics

Bose Institute Research Facilities

  • Library: The institute has a library with a huge collection of books on physical and biological sciences. It is a special science reference library which is used primarily for research works. The library was founded in 1917 by Sir Jagdish Chandra Bose, over the years it has emerged as a national pride.
  • Auditorium: The institute has a large and spacious auditorium which is being used for various workshops and seminars. The institute also offers the auditorium on rent for conducting seminars and workshops.
  • Hostel: The institute provides a comfortable accommodation facility to its students. The students can choose single bed or double bed rooms as per their convenience.
  • Museum: The institute has a museum under its campus premises which was an integral part of Bose Institute since the foundation of the institute by Acharya Sir Jagadish Chandra Bose in 1917.

Bose Institute Research Faculty

The institute has some of the renowned scientists and professors as teaching faculties. Uday Bandyopadhyay is the director of the institute. Given below are the of teaching faculties as per their designations:

  • 16 Professors
  • 15 Associate Professors
  • 6 Assistant Professors
  • 1 Principal Scientist
  • 1 Senior Scientist
  • 3 J.C Bose Fellows
  • 2 Honorary Scientist
  • 1 Emeritus Scientist

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Bose Institute FAQs

Ques. What is the procedure of getting into the Summer Training Programme for the outstanding students?

Ans. Students pursuing a Master's degree in any stream of physical/ biological /engineering /medical sciences can apply. Students pursuing Bachelors’ courses (e.g. B.Sc) may also apply if they are the recipients of INSPIRE, JBNSTS, KVPY, NTSE or similar prestigious awards. The institute will publish an advertisement where the link of the application will be given. The students need to apply online with a Letter of Recommendation. Selected candidates will be offered admission to the summer training program.

Ques. Does the Institute have a Wi-Fi facility?

Ans. Yes, the institute has a free Wi-Fi facility, the password of which will be given to each and every student after their admissions.

Ques. How do we reach the Bose Institute, Kolkata?

Ans. The communication facilities from the institute are quite good. Within a radius of 500 metres there is North city bus stop where buses and taxis to different routes can be found.

Ques. What is the cut off for JGEEBILS for an Integrated Ph.D course?

Ans. There is no cut off for JGEEBILS examination. Every year the expert panel internally decides an average cut off which is not shared with any of the candidates and students clearing the cut off are given a call for Personal Interview.

Ques. Does Bose institute take undergraduate students as Junior Research Fellows?

Ans. To be eligible for a JRF you have to clear NET(CSIR exams) , undergrads can however work as trainees which may be informal but are able to learn many things.