GAT-B/BET 2021: National Testing Agency, NTA has started the registration process for GAT-B, BET 2021 from July 07, 2021, on its official website: nta.ac.in.
Candidates who are interested in applying for Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology (GAT-B) / Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET) 2021 can submit their applications in the required format before the given deadline, July 31, 2021. As per the official notice, application process for GAT-B/BET 2021 will be held online at the official website of NTA, due to the ongoing pandemic situation in the country.
GAT-B is conducted by NTA on behalf of the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (Department of Biotechnology). Earlier, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) conducted the exam which was named Combined Entrance Examination for Biotechnology (CEEB), then.
Students who qualify GAT-B 2021 will be selected for admission in various PG Biotechnology programs such as M.Sc. Biotechnology, M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology, and other allied subjects. Additionally, they will be awarded DBT – Junior Research Fellowship (DBT-JRF) for pursuing research in frontier areas of Biotechnology (BET).
Check the important dates and application process for GAT-B/BET 2021 in this article below!
GAT-B/BET 2021: Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who wish to apply for GAT-B / BET 2021 are required to meet the following eligibility criteria:
- GAT-B Eligibility Criteria 2021 For M.Sc Program: Graduation in the respected field with 55% (minimum).
- GAT-B Eligibility Criteria 2021 For M.Tech Program: B.Tech/BE Degree with a minimum aggregate percentage as mentioned by the university.
- GAT-B Eligibility Criteria 2021 For M.VSc Animal Biotechnology Program: B.V.Sc. & A.H. Degree with a minimum CGPA of 6.60 out of 10, or 60% marks.
GAT-B/BET 2021: How to Apply?
Follow the steps mentioned below to apply for NTA GAT-B and BET 2021:
Step 1: Visit the official website of NTA: nta.ac.in, and click on GAT-B and BET 2021 Registration link.
Step 2: From the homepage, click on the ‘Registration’ section.
Step 3: Enter the details as required, and click on login to continue.
Step 4: Fill in the details in the application form as mentioned, and pay the application fee through debit, credit, or online means.
Step 5: Cross-check your details with care, and submit your application to complete your GAT-B and BET 2021 application process.
Direct Link: GAT-B/BET 2021 Online Application Form |
Application Fee: While submitting the application, candidates will have to pay an application fee of INR 1200 for the general category. However, the application fee is about INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD category candidates.
Candidates applying for the entrance examination are requested to read the official GAT-B/BET 2021 Exam Notice with care to prevent the cancellation of the examination form.
GAT-B/BET 2021: Exam Pattern
GAT-B Entrance Exam 2021 will be conducted as per schedule for all registered students in various exam centers mentioned by the exam authority; NTA. The examination will be conducted for a duration of 3 hours (180 minutes), read other details below:.
Exam Name | GAT-B Entrance Exam 2021 |
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Duration | 3 hours (180 minutes) |
Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
Total Sections | 2 (A and B) |
Type of questions | Multiple choice (MCQs) |
Part A Highlights |
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Part B Highlights |
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During the exam duration, students will have to answer a total of Multiple choice (MCQs) questions of one mark each. The examination will include a total of two parts; namely section A, and Section B.
Each section will include a total of 100 questions, out of which students will have to answer 60 questions. Students will be awarded one mark for correct answers, while negative marking of ½ marks will be done for each incorrect answer in Section A.
While in section B of the GAT-B Entrance Exam 2021, students will have to answer a total of 60 compulsory questions of 3 marks each. On every correct answer, students will be awarded 3 marks, while negative marking of -1 marks will be done for each incorrect answer.
GAT-B/BET 2021: Important Dates
Events | Dates |
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Registration Begins | July 7, 2021 |
Last Date to Apply | July 31, 2021 |
Last Date To Pay Fee | July 31, 2021 |
Application Correction Begins | August 4, 2021 |
Last Date For Corrections | August 6, 2021 |
GAT-B/BET 2021 Exam Date | August 14, 2021 |
Also Read: GATE 2022: Syllabus, Exam Date, Notification, Application Form, Preparation, Cutoff
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