my post graduation completed from niper guwahati, now i am looking for phd

• Based on your master's degree (likely in Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related field from NIPER), decide on a specific research area for your PhD. This could include fields like Pharmacology, Pharmaceutics, Drug Development, Medicinal Chemistry , etc.
  
  2. Explore PhD Programs:
  
  
• NIPERs : You can apply for PhD programs at other NIPER institutes like NIPER Mohali, Ahmedabad, or Kolkata, which offer robust PhD programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences.
  
  
• IITs : Institutes like IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi , and IIT Kharagpur offer interdisciplinary PhD programs in biotechnology, pharmacology , and drug delivery systems .
  
  
• CSIR Labs : You can apply for PhD programs in institutes under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) such as CDRI Lucknow , IICT Hyderabad , or IICB Kolkata , which focus on pharmaceutical and biomedical research.
  
  
• Other Universities : You can explore PhD options in central universities or institutes like JNU, BHU, University of Hyderabad , and BITS Pilani , which offer PhD programs in life sciences and pharmaceutical sciences.
  
  3. Entrance Exams:
  
  
• NIPER JEE (PhD) : You can appear for the NIPER PhD entrance exam if you’re considering continuing at NIPER or related institutes.
  
  
• CSIR-UGC NET : Qualifying the CSIR-UGC NET in Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences will make you eligible for PhD programs in various universities and research institutes with fellowship support.
  
  
• GATE : Many institutes accept GATE scores for PhD admissions, especially in biotechnology, life sciences , and pharmacy .
  
  4. Apply for Fellowships:
  
  
• You can apply for research fellowships like the CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF , or INSPIRE fellowship to support your PhD research.
  
  5. Prepare Research Proposal:
  
  
• Once you have shortlisted the institutions and identified a potential supervisor, prepare a research proposal focusing on your area of interest.
  
  Conclusion:

Look for PhD opportunities in NIPERs, IITs, CSIR labs, or other central universities that offer specialized programs in pharmaceutical sciences. Clearing entrance exams like NIPER JEE, CSIR-UGC NET , or GATE can help you secure admission with a fellowship.