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GAT B / BET 2025 will be conducted on the exam date decided by NTA. The Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology, Biotechnology Eligibility Test (GAT-B, BET) is a National level Science entrance exam organized by NTA, also known as National Testing Agency. The National Testing Agency (NTA), New Delhi Graduate Aptitude Test- Biotechnology (GAT-B) Exam 2025.
The GAT-B/BET 2025 examination will be held on a date determined by the National Testing Agency (NTA). This exam, known as the Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology and Biotechnology Eligibility Test (GAT-B, BET), is a nationwide science entrance examination. The NTA is responsible for organizing this examination, and information regarding it can be found on its official website at exams.nta.ac.in/DBT. GAT-B/BET serves as the basis for admission to various postgraduate programs in biotechnology and related fields supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), including M.Sc. Biotechnology and related disciplines, M.Tech. Biotechnology and related areas, M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology, and M.V.Sc. Animal Biotechnology at participating institutions and universities. You can access previous year question papers, syllabi, as well as information about results, admit cards, answer keys, and application forms for GAT-B/BET on indcareer.com.
GAT B / BET 2025 – Exam Dates, Application Form, Syllabus
GAT B / BET 2025
Quick Links
- Previous Year Question Papers
- Syllabus
- Application Form
- Admit Card
- Answer Key
- Response Sheet
- GAT B / BET City Slip
- Result
Program Offered
- M.Sc. in Biotechnology & Allied Areas
- M.Sc. in Agricultural Biotechnology
- M.Tech.and M.V.Sc. Biotechnology
Important Dates
| Exam Event | Event Date |
|---|---|
| Release of application form or Start of registration | As per NTA |
| Last date to apply | As per NTA |
| Issuance of GAT B / BET admit card 2025 | As per NTA |
| GAT B / BET 2025 exam date | As per NTA |
| Release of answer key | As per NTA |
| Announcement of GAT B / BET result 2025 | As per NTA |
Eligibility Criteria
- Only bonafide Indian nationals are eligible to apply for GAT-B 2025. Candidates meeting the minimum eligibility criteria of Participating Institutions / Universities (APPENDIX-II) are eligible to apply for GAT-B 2025 entrance examination. Candidates may further verify the eligibility criteria on the website of the Participating Institutions/ Universities.
- Candidates who do not meet the minimum eligibility criteria of Institutions/Universities and still appear for GAT-B 2025 entrance examination will do so at their own risk. If at any stage it is found that a candidate does not fulfil minimum eligibility requirements of Participating Institutions / Universities, rules of cancellation or termination of respective Institutions / Universities shall be applicable. Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB) and Department of Biotechnology (DBT) will not play any role and responsibility in the admission and selection process (transfer/cancellation/conversion of seats/fee refund policy) of Participating Institutions / Universities.
- Candidates who have either appeared or is due to appear in the final examination of their qualifying degree is eligible to apply for GAT-B 2025, under the result awaited (RA) category.
- All eligibility criteria and more information please check on NTA website https://dbt.nta.ac.in/
Application Process
- Online registration and submission of Application Form (complete in all respect) through NTA Website: dbt.nta.ac.in
- Candidates must read carefully the Instructions (including how to fill up Application Form online) given in the Information Bulletin available on the NTA Website. Candidates not complying with the Instructions shall be summarily disqualified.
- Candidates can apply for GAT-B 2025 through “Online” mode only. The Application Form in any other mode will not be accepted.
Application Fee
- For General(UR)/OBCNCL/EWS : Rs. 1200/-
- For SC/ST/PwD : Rs. 600/-
- GAT-B & BET (Both) : Rs. 2400 for General (UR)/ OBC-(NCL)/ EWS & Rs. 1200 for SC/ST/PwD
- Mode of Payment : Through Net-Banking/ Debit Card /Credit Card /UPI /Wallet
GAT-B Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of exam | Online |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Question |
| Duration of exam | 3 hours |
| Number of sections | 2 (Two) — Part 1 and 2 |
| Questions in Part 1 | 60 questions |
| Questions in Part 2 | 100 questions (60 to attempt) |
| Language | English |
| Negative Marking | Part-1: For each wrong answer, 0.5 (half) mark will be deducted Part-2: For each wrong answer, one (1) mark will be deducted |
The Question Paper for GAT-B 2025 Entrance Examination will have two sections:
- Section A: Section A will have 60 compulsory multiple choice questions of the level of 10+2 in the subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Biology. Each correct answer is of One (1) mark. There will be negative marking and for each wrong answer, half (1/2 or 0.5) mark will be deducted.
- Section B: Section B will have multiple choice questions of Bachelor’s (Graduate) level requiring thinking and analysis. There will be questions from Basic Biology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology and allied areas as per the syllabus of GAT-B 2025. There will be 100 questions out of which candidates will have to attempt 60 questions. Each correct answer is of Three (3) marks. There will be negative marking and for each wrong answer, One (1) mark will be deducted.
For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website
Contact Details
Address: First Floor, NSIC-MDBP Building, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110020
Phone: 011 6922 7700
GAT B / BET Exam – An Overview
The key details about this entrance exam are as follows.
| Exam Aspect | Aspect Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Exam | GAT-B, BET |
| Full Form | Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology, Biotechnology Eligibility Test |
| Exam Conducting Body | NTA |
| Full Name of Body | National Testing Agency |
| Level of Exam | National Level |
| Official Website of Exam | exams.nta.ac.in/DBT |
| Courses Where Admission Is Through This Test | DBT supported Post Graduate programmes in Biotechnology and allied areas including M.Sc. Biotechnology and allied areas; M.Tech. Biotechnology and allied areas; M.Sc. Agricultural Biotechnology and M.V.Sc. Animal Biotechnology |
| Colleges / Universities / Institutes Where Admission Is Through This Test | Participating Institutions/Universities |
| Region Of Exam (admission to institutes in these areas are primarily through this test; does not reflect from where students can participate) | India |
| Type Of Exam | Science Entrance Exams |