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I am a student of MSc chemistry.. Can i get the admission in phd in any chemical labs through GATE only? Will they give fellowships during my phd.(5 years).

Yes. You can get admission to Ph.D (Chemistry) through valid GATE score after completion of your M.Sc (Chemistry) from recognized university. Many institutes offer Ph.D in Chemistry course on the basis of valid GATE score and also offer fellowship/scholarship for eligible students.

Eligibility
- You must have passed Master's degree in relevant subject with at least 60% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.
- Valid GATE/UGC/CSIR score is required for financial assistant except graduates from IITs with minimum CGPA 8.0.

Fellowship/Scholarship
If you are admitted to Ph.D (Chemistry) to AICTE approved institute through valid GATE score on non-sponsored category, then you are eligible for fellowship. You will get fellowship of Rs.25,000 for first 2 years and Rs.26,000 for next 3 years.

Required Documents for Fellowship
- Valid GATE Scorecard
- Bank Passbook
- Aadhaar Card
- Caste Certificate
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (NCL) in respect of OBC category students

Career Prospects After Ph.D (Chemistry)
After completion of Ph.D (Chemistry), You will have wide range of employment opportunities in various sectors such as Chemical Industries, Plastic and Polymer Industries, Educational Institutes, Research Organizations, Drinking and Beverages Industries, Forensic Labs, Food Industries etc.

Job Profiles
- Staff Scientist
- Tutor
- Chemistry Instructor
- Research Associate
- Medical Technologist