Forest Research Institute stands as a pioneer institute offering education in areas of forestry and environment studies. The institution is approved as a deemed University by UG C. They offer masters as well as Ph.d courses in areas related to forestry and environment. The admission to all these courses are offered through entrance exams carried out by the institution. Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance exam is carried out for the selection of candidates in to the doctoral level program in Life Science.

Structure of Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam

The exam is carried out in two sections (Section A and Section B). The first section is common for all subjects at Ph.d level. The section includes questions on English language, GK and research aptitude Research Aptitude includes questions based on statistics and reasoning.  The second section is based on subject related questions. The total number of questions for the entrance test is 200. There will be 80 questions in section A and 120 questions in section B. The total time allotted for completing the entrance test is 3 hours.

Syllabus of Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam

Section A

• General Awareness
• General English
• Research Aptitude

Section B

Molecules and Their Interaction relevant To Biology

• Structure of atoms, molecules and chemical bonds
• Composition, structure and function of biomolecules
• Stabilizing interactions
• Principles of biophysical chemistry
• Bioenergetics, glycolysis, coupled reaction, biological energy transducers, group transfer
• Principles of catalysis, enzymes and enzyme kinetics, enzyme regulation, mechanism of enzyme catalysis, isozymes
• Conformation of proteins
• Conformation of nucleic acids
• Stability of protein and nucleic acid structures
• Metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, nucleotides and vitamins

Cellular Organization

• Structural organization and function of intracellular organelles
• Organization of genes and chromosomes
• Membrane structure and function
• Cell division and cell cycle
• Microbial Physiology

Fundamental Processes

• DNA replication, repair and recombination
• Protein synthesis and processing
• Control of gene expression at transcription and translation level

Cell Communication and Cell Signaling

• Host parasite interaction
• Cell signaling
• Cellular communication

Developmental Biology

• Basic concepts of development
• Gametogenesis, fertilization and early development
• Morphogenesis and organogenesis in plants
• Programmed cell death, aging and senescence

System Physiology – Plant

• Photosynthesis
• Nitrogen metabolism
• Plant hormones
• Sensory photobiology
• Solute transport and photo assimilate translocation
• Secondary metabolites
• Stress physiology

Inheritance Biology

• Mendelian principles
• Concept of genes
• Extensions of Mendelian principles
• Gene mapping methods
• Extra chromosomal inheritance
• Microbial genetics
• Human genetics
• Mutation
• Structural and numerical alterations of chromosomes
• Recombination

Diversity of Life Forms

• Principles and methods of Taxonomy
• Levels of structural organization
• Outline classification of plants, animals and microorganisms

Ecological Principles

• The Environment
• Habitat and niche
• Population ecology
• Species interactions
• Community ecology
• Ecological succession
• Ecosystem: Structure and function
• Biogeography
• Applied ecology
• Conservation biology

Evolution and Behavior

• Emergence of evolutionary thoughts
• Origin of cells and unicellular evolution
• Paleontology and evolutionary history
• Molecular Evolution
• The Mechanisms

Applied Biology

• Microbial fermentation
• Application of immunological principles
• Transgenic animals and plants, molecular approaches to diagnosis and strain identification
• Genomics and its application to health and agriculture
• Bio-resource and uses of biodiversity
• Breeding in plants and animals
• Bioremediation and phyto-remediation
• Biosensors

Methods in Biology

• Molecular biology and recombinant DNA methods
• Histo-chemical and Immuno-techniques
• Biophysical methods
• Methods in field biology
• Computational methods

Eligibility Criteria

Those who possess master’s degree in any of the areas of Life Science can apply for the entrance exam. The qualification must be obtained from a recognized educational institution with at least 55% marks. The candidate should possess minimum 50% marks to pass this admission test. 5% reduction in marks is offered for SC/ST candidates.

How to Apply?

The Ph.d course in Life Science is offered through the University campus and its research centers. Those candidates, who would like to pursue the course in research centers, should apply for the same through the center itself. The application for pursuing the course through research centers must be forwarded through the Nodal Officers of the respective centers. The fee for attending the entrance test is Rs. 1000/-. This must be paid in the form of DD taken in favor of Registrar, FRI Deemed University, Dehradun.

How to fill the Form?

• Understand the instructions given in the brochure before filling the form
• Furnish the columns in application form with exact details
• Post the filled up application in such a way that it may reach the destination before closing date
• Write the name of the candidate on the back of the Demand Draft
• Take the photocopy of the application and keep the same for future reference

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Last date for submission of form at research centre: Third week of April, 2012

Last date for submission of form at the institution: Last week of April, 2012

Date of Exam of Entrance Test: Third week of June, 2012

List of Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam Test Centers

• Forest Research Institute, P.O. New Forest, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
• Indian Institute of Forest Management, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal,
• Tropical Forest Research Institute, P.O. R.F.R.C., Mandla Road, Jabalpur
• Himalayan Forest Research Institute, Conifer campus, Panthaghati, Shimla
• Institute of Wood Science & Technology, P.O. Malleswaram, Bangalore
• Indian Plywood Industries Research & Training Institute, P.O.-2273, Tumkur Road, Bangalore
• Institute of Forest Genetics & Tree Breeding, P.B. No. 1061, Coimbatore
• Institute of Forest Productivity, ‘Aranyodaya’, Ranchi-Gumla, N.H.-23, Lalgutwa, Jharkhand, Ranchi
• Arid Forest Research Institute, P.O. Krishi Mandi, New Pali Road, Jodhpur
• Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi, Thrissur
• Rain Forest Research Institute, P.O. Deovan, Jorhat, Assam
• Wildlife Institute of India, P.B. No. 18, Chandrabani, Dehra Dun
• Forest Survey of India, P.O: I.P.E., Kaulagarh Road, Dehra Dun
• UP Forest Research Institute, 18-G.T. Road, Kanpur
• Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, (NRSA), 4th, Kalidas Road, Dehra Dun
• G.B. Pant Institute of Himalayan Environment & Development, Kosi- Katarmal, Almora

Contact Address for Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam

• Address: Forest Research Institute, P.O. New Forest- Dehradun (India)
• Fax: +91 135-2756865
• Telephone:  (+91 135-2755277)

Colleges Accepting Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam Score

Forest Research Institute and its Research center (the centers that act as the test centers).

Reference Books on Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam

• Cell and Molecular Biology by E.D.P De Robertis and E.M.F. De Robertis
• Molecular biology of cells by B. Alberts,D. Bray, J. Lewis, M.Raff, K. Roberts & J.D Watson
• Molecular cell biology by J.Darnell, H.Lodish, & D. Baltimore
• Molecular biology of the gene by J.D. Watson, N.H. Hopkins, J.W. Roberts, J.A, Steitz
• Molecular biotechnology by B.R. Glick & JJ Pasternack
• Principles of gene manipulations by R.W. Old & S.B. Primrose
• Genomes by T.A. Brown
• Molecular Cloning: A laboratory manual by Sambrook & Russel
• Genetics: Principles and analysis by Daniel L Hartl, Elizabeth & Jones W
• Enzymes by J. Palmer
• Biochemistry by Lubert Stryer
• Principles of biochemistry by Nelson and cox
• Kuby immunology by RA Goldsby, Thomas J, Kindt
• Essential Immunology by Ivan Roitt
• Basic ecology by Eugene P Odum
• Evolution by Monroe W. Strickberger
• Textbook of medical physiology by Arthur Guyton
• Plant breeding by B.D. Singh
• Cell and molecular Biology (concepts & experiments) by Gerald Karp
• Biochemistry by Lehninger
• Cell Biology by C.B. Pawar

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Study Plan

• Set up a time table for study
• Track the syllabus for the exam while setting the time table
• Keep track of important points
• Refer books as many as possible
• Practice previous year question papers

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result of Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam can be obtained from the official website of the University.

Score Validity

The score validity of Forest Research Institute Ph.d in Life Science Entrance Exam will be only for 1 year.