Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) is one among the institutes of Indian Council of Medical Research which is located in Patna. The institute is named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first president of India. The institute offers research on various subjects like Biostatics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Clinical Medicine, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology, Epidemiology, Entomology, Bioinformatics and Drug Discovery, etc.

Structure of Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test

RMRIMS Ph.D Entrance Test consists of two sections – Part A and Part B. The first section is a compulsory part. Part A includes 50 questions of objective nature. Each of the correct answer will get1 mark. There will not be any negative marking for incorrect answers. The candidates have to complete this section within one hour.

Those candidates who get qualified in Part –A will only become eligible for attending the Part – B section.  The applicants have to choose any one group in part B section. The questions in this section are of short answer type. The candidates are required to answer any 25 out of 50 questions in Part B. Each right answer values 4 marks. The duration of Part B exam is 2 ½ hours.

Syllabus of Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test

Part A

• General awareness of science
• Scientific aptitude
• Quantitative reasoning
• Analytical ability
• Research aptitude
• Computer application

Part B

• Group A: Life Sciences
• Structure of atoms
• Principles of biophysical chemistry
• Oxidative phosphorylation
• Enzyme regulation
• Cellular organization
• Biomolecules and their process
• Cellular communication and signaling
• Photosynthesis, respiration and photorespiration
• Mendelian Principles
• Concepts of species The environment, biotic, and abiotic interactions
• Sterilization
• Methods of isolation and purification of nucleic acids and proteins
• Measures of central tendency and dispersal
• Nucleic acid and protein sequence databases

Group B: Biostatistics

• Fundamentals of biostatistics
• Concepts of probability and distribution
• Theory of sampling
• Statistical inferences
• Vital statistics
• Basic epidemiology

Group C: Clinical Medicine

• Based on the syllabus of Medical Council of India for MBBS

Eligibility Criteria

The minimum qualification required to appear for RMRIMS Ph.D Entrance Test is an M.Sc/M.Pharm/M.Tech in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Statistics, Microbiology, Life Sciences, or Zoology. Those who have done MBA can also attend this test. The candidates are required to score around 55% marks in the post graduation level. The minimum score required for SC/ST candidates is 50% marks. The final year post graduate students can also apply for the entrance test.

How to Apply?

The application has to be written or typed in times new roman on A4 size paper in the format mentioned in the official website. The duly filled in applications must be send along with a crossed DD of Rs. 300/-. The DD must be valid for at least 6 months and it has to be drawn in favor of The Director RMRIMS, Patna. The DD taken must be payable at Patna. The SC/ST candidates have to draw a DD of Rs. 200/- only.  Both the demand draft and the filled application should be send to The Director, RMRIMS, Agamkuan, Patna 800007, India.

How to fill the Form?

• Read the instructions with utmost care
• Every column in the application form should be filled in suitably
• The applicant has to sign in each page of the document and the application form where ever necessary
• The application must be enclosed with two photographs of the candidate
• Paste one of the photographs in  the form with his/her signature in it
• Do not put any column vacant in the application form
• Enter the details about the centre and the course with intense care
• Keep a photocopy of the DD and the filled in application for further 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 of receipt of application: Last week of January, 2012

Date of entrance test: Last week of February, 2012

List of Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test Centers

Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences

Contact Address for Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test

• Address: Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences, Indian Council of Research, Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India, Agamkuan, Patna – 800007, India
• Phone: 091-2612-2631565, 2636651, 2631561
• Fax: 0612-2634379
• E-mail: [email protected] & [email protected]
• Website: www.rmrims.org.in/www.icmr.nic.in

Institutes Accepting Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test Score

• University of Calcutta
• Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences
• T.M Bhagalpur University

Reference Books on Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test

• Fundamental of Biostatistics by Khan
• Theory of Sample Surveys by Arjun K Gupta
• Respiration and Photosynthesis by Donna Latham
• Structure of Atom by M G Arora
• Biotic Regulation of the Environment by Victor Gorshkov
• Central Tendency and Variability by Herbert F Weisberg
• Enzyme Regulation and Metabolic Diseases by F Belfiore
• Vital Statistics by M Raynor
• Nucleic Acid Protein Recognition by Henry J Vogel
• Basic Epidemiology by R Bonita

Coaching Centers for Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (RMRIMS) Ph.D Entrance Test

• I.M.S Learning Centre
• T.I.M.E. (Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt. Ltd)
• Hierank School of Competitions
• DAMS
• Elite Academy
• Career Forum
• Pearson Tandem
• Career Launcher India Ltd
• Oasis Education Services
• CET Tutorials Pvt. Ltd
• Achiever’s Academy
• AIMS

Study Plan

First of all, form a well planned time table. Then the entire syllabus has to be divided into smaller portions for easy preparation. The plan should include the time for revision. While studying, note down the key points. Practice with model question papers so that the candidates can acquire the skill of time management. The candidates should use only standard books for reference. The candidates should plan well so that they can complete their studies before the last week. The last week should be kept for revising the topics.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The candidates can find the result of Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences entrance test from the official website of the university.

Score Validity

The score validity of Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences entrance test will be for a period of 1 year.