PhD in Biotechnology
The PhD programme in Biotechnology at GITAM School of Technology, Visakhapatnam Campus, is designed to advance research in key areas of biotechnology, with a focus on addressing critical challenges across fields such as medicine, agriculture, industry, and environmental sustainability. This programme equips scholars to drive innovation through cutting-edge biotechnological solutions that contribute to global health, food security, industrial advancements, and public welfare.
The programme empowers researchers to explore sustainable and efficient solutions, meeting the evolving needs of industries and society at large.
Eligibility
Student who cleared GATE in Btech Biotech are eligible for Phd
Eligible applicants must hold a master's degree in any engineering or science discipline. Candidates with a master's degree in Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Food Processing Technology, Food Technology, Bioinformatics, Nanotechnology, or Chemical, Biochemical, Biomedical, Agricultural, Computer Science, Electrical or any related engineering field are encouraged to apply.
Additionally, those with a master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics, Environmental Science, Food Science Technology, Veterinary Sciences, Agricultural Science or in any area of Science or branch of Biological Science are strongly encouraged to consider this programme.
Scope of the Programme
Graduates of GITAM’s PhD in Biotechnology are equipped with advanced research capabilities and deep expertise in areas such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics, bioprocessing, and environmental biotechnology. This research-intensive programme enables candidates to drive innovation by integrating modern technological advancements into key sectors like healthcare, agriculture, environmental protection, and industrial processing.
PhD graduates can pursue diverse career opportunities in fields such as biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, agricultural biotechnology, and environmental management. Those interested in academia can explore roles in teaching, mentoring, and conducting advanced research at universities or research institutions, contributing to the ongoing evolution of biotechnology.
Key Highlights
Application Domain Experience of Faculty
- Chemical Engineering
- Medical Biotechnology
- Agricultural BioTechnology
- Industrial BioTechnology
- Food Technology
- Drug Design
Centres of Excellence & Infrastructure
- Centre for Biomedical Devices
- Central Instrumentation Facility
- Core Laboratory Facilities
- Harvard-Style Classrooms
Research Centres
- MURTI Multidisciplinary Research
- PURSE DTS
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- UNIQUE Biotech
- Prathista Industries
- GITAM Hospital (Super Specialty Hospital)
- VIJAYA Medical Center
- AMTZ
Venture Development Course
- Transcending disciplinary boundaries
- Hands-on learning
- Innovative product creation with business potential
Syllabus
The curriculum is meticulously designed, developed, and delivered under the guidance of industry experts and academic leaders from prestigious institutions like IITs and NITs.
Standard track course offerings
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Computer Aided Drug Design
- Food Processing Technology
Specialisation course bundles offered
- Bioprocess Plant Design
- Plant and Animal Biotechnology
- Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
- Drug Design and Development
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
Career Options
Graduates with a PhD in Biotechnology can play a pivotal role in advancing the fields of healthcare, agriculture, environmental sustainability, and industrial processes. With this advanced qualification, they contribute to cutting-edge innovations in areas such as genetic engineering, bioinformatics, biopharmaceuticals, and sustainable technologies.
India’s biotechnology sector, driven by rapid advancements in genetic research, pharmaceuticals, and bio-based industries, offers vast opportunities for PhD holders in Biotechnology. The sector is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17%, projected to reach $150 billion by 2025 and $300 billion by 2030. As the world increasingly relies on biotechnology for sustainable solutions and medical breakthroughs, the demand for skilled researchers and innovators is ever-growing.
Are you ready to leverage your expertise in biotechnology to drive research and innovation in the biosciences?
Here are some exciting career paths to consider:
- Principal Scientist in Biotechnology
- Director of Biopharmaceutical Development
- Genomics Research Specialist
- Bioinformatics Expert
- Agricultural Biotechnology Consultant
- Environmental Biotechnologist
- Industrial Biotechnology Director
- Academic Researcher or Professor
- Head of Bioinnovation and Sustainable Solutions
- Biotechnology Policy Analyst
- Chief Scientific Officer in Biotechnology
Star Recruiters
Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Applied Education
School Leadership
Notable Alumni
Dr . Rajendra Pamula
Professor, Department of CSE
Sri. Mallavarapu Surya Teja
I.A.S
Indrakanti Raghuma
Scientist F
K.Narendra
Vice President
Srinivas Iragavarapu
Sr. SDM, Amazon Code Whisperer
Rajanala Hari Hara Kumar
Software Developer
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
Viswa Teju Colluru
CEO and Founder
Kalyan Nallaparaju
Associate Director
Eswar Sunil Kumar
VP & Head of India Operations
Prashant Ganji
Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development
Aravind kshatri
Senior Scientist
Dr. Sushmitha Sundar
Head (Life Sciences) RICH,
Rajesh Chitta
Senior Technology Manager
T.Srinivasan
Registrar
Dr K D D Srikanth
Adjunct faculty
Lakshmi Prasad
Deputy Manager
Nirmal Kumar
Manager
Gangadhar
Deputy Manager
Dr. Manideep Tummalapudi
Assistant Professor , Construction Management
M.Praveen Kumar
IES
KNV Siva Kumar
Assistant Vice President
Dhiraj Varma
Entrepreneur, Director - Technical & Operations
Niranjan Reddy Renati
Grad Year: 2002, Vice President / Country Head at Olam Group, Thailand
Sindhura Polasana Palli
Grad Year: 2002, Sr. Director - Marketing - Keurig Dr Pepper
Maurya Chandra Pydah
Grad Year: 2004, Associate Director at Greenko Group
Krishna Devareyalu Lavu
Grad Year: 2004, MP - TDP, Andhra Pradesh, India
Adarsh Atluri
Grad Year: 2006, Director - Harmony Ventures, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Srinivasa Raju Namburi
Grad Year: 2006, CEO & Co-founder - BridgeThings Hyderabad, India
Amaranath Dabbara
Grad Year: 1990, Group Software Engineering Manager - Qualtrics, Seattle , USA Greater Seattle Area
Bharath Satti
Grad Year: 1999, Chief Architect, Director R&D - Plymouth Rock Assurance, Greater Boston
Narasimha Bhogavalli
Grad Year: 1990, Director - Tekdynamics Inc, Irving, United States
Vaibhav Sisinty
Grad Year: 2015, CEO - Growth School, Bengaluru, India
Mr. G Srinivasa Rao,
Vice President
Mr. B Raghu Kiran
IRS
Prof. G Sasibhushana
Professor
Mr. D Ashok
Senior Physical Design Engineer
Mr. Murali P
VP Engineering - VLSI
Ms. B V Srilekha
Analog Design Engineer
Dr. Edwin Vijay Kumar
AGM
Dr K V Srinivas
Scientist C
Narasimha Eswara Sarma Munukutla
SCADA Specialist/Principal Engineer
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Vasupalli Ganesh Kumar
EX. MLA, VIZAG SOUTH
TLN Sharma
Designation: Software Group Manager Current Organisation: Schaeffler AG, USA
Vijay Rudra Raju
Associate Director Ericcson
B.SREENIVASA REDDY
Scientist H ADA-DRDO, Bengaluru
B.Raghu Kiran
IRS, Joint Commissioner, GST-Hyderabad
Shekhar Movva
Founder and CEO
Dr. Vidya kumari
Associate Professor
Mr. Anand Stanley
President
Smt. V. Shanti
Scientist-F
Prof. P.V.G.D. Prasad Reddy
Former Vice Chancellor
Mr. Partha Datta
Head, Engineering, Design
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
Ph.D Biotechnology
| PhD Mode of Admission | Duration | Application Fee | Annual Fee | Processing Fee (Only one time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time (Indian Nationals) | 3 Years | INR 1,200 | INR 30,000 | NIL |
| Full-Time (Foreign Nationals) | 3 Years | NIL | USD 2,500 | USD 300 |
| Extramural | 4 Years | INR 1,200 | INR 1,00,000 | NIL |
