DHR BRET 2025: Biomedical Research Eligibility Test

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has opened the online application process for the DHR Biomedical Research Eligibility Test (BRET) 2025 on its official exam portal, aiimsexams.ac.in, starting 1 November 2025.

The DHR BRET is aimed at Indian students aspiring to secure a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) under the Department of Health Research (DHR). Eligible candidates can apply online until 21 November 2025. This article provides comprehensive details about the DHR BRET 2025, including eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, application procedure, and fellowship details.

DHR BRET 2025

According to the official notification, approximately 250 candidates will be selected for the fellowship, subject to fund availability and as per DHR guidelines.

The DHR-BRET 2025 fellowship provides an excellent opportunity for aspiring biomedical researchers. Candidates should note that the fellowship will be awarded only after:

• UGC/INI: Pursuit of a doctoral degree at UGC-recognized universities/research institutionsor Institutes of National Importance in India.
• ICMR–AcSIR: Pursuit of a doctoral degree at any of the 27 ICMR Institutes/Centres withPh.D. registration under the AcSIR-ICMR Faculty of Medical Research.

DHR BRET Notification 2025

The Department of Health Research (DHR) has released the official DHR BRET 2025 notification for candidates seeking the JRF in biomedical and health sciences. The notification contains complete details about eligibility, exam pattern, important dates, and the fellowship process. Candidates can access the official PDF notification via the link provided on the AIIMS exams portal.

DHR BRET Important Dates

The Department of Health Research has released the official schedule for the DHR Biomedical Research Eligibility Test 2025. Candidates are advised to take note of all key dates, including the application window, correction period, admit card release, and examination date, to ensure timely completion of each process.

DHR BRET 2025 Apply Online Link

The online application form for DHR BRET 2025 is available at aiimsexams.ac.in and will remain active until 21 November 2025 (5:00 PM). Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute issues.

DHR BRET 2025 Apply Online Link – Apply Now

DHR BRET Application Fees 2025

The application fee for the DHR-BRET 2025 must be paid online at the time of completing the application form, application fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking and Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will not be accepted and will be rejected. The fee details for different categories are provided below:

DHR BRET Eligbility Criteria 2025

Candidates applying for DHR Biomedical Research Eligibility Test 2025 must fulfil the eligibility criteria mentioned below:

Age Limit

The age limit for admission to the eligibility test is 35 years as on 21 November 2025. Candidates will be given age relaxation as follows:

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree (M.Sc.) or equivalent PG degree (M.Tech/M.Pharma) in any of the following disciplines:

• Life Sciences
• Zoology
• Botany
• Biomedical Sciences
• Microbiology
• Biochemistry
• Genetics
• Biotechnology
• Biophysics
• Bioinformatics
• Forensic Sciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Food and Nutrition
• Molecular Biology
• Biological Sciences
• Ecology
• Immunology
• Neurosciences
• Veterinary Sciences
• Nursing
• Biostatistics
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Public Health
• Social Work

A minimum of 55% marks in the PG examination is required for General, EWS, and OBC candidates, while SC, ST, and PwBD candidates need at least 50% marks.

Candidates who are appearing or have appeared in the final year (IV/VI Semester or final year, depending on the system) of their PG programme during the 2025 session are also eligible to apply under the Result Awaited (RA) category. Such candidates must submit the attestation format provided in Appendix E, duly signed and stamped by the Head of their Department or Institute.

These candidates will be provisionally allowed to appear for the test and will be considered eligible for the JRF award only after submitting proof of having passed their Master’s degree examination with the required marks.

DHR BRET Exam Pattern 2025

• The DHR BRET Exam will be conducted in an Online Computer Based Test (CBT) format.
• The exam will be conducted in the English language only.
• The exam will consist of 150 multiple-choice-questions (MCQs).
• 1 mark will be awarded for each correct answer.
• –0.25 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response.

DHR BRET Selection Process 2025

The selection process for DHR BRET 2025 is designed to identify deserving candidates for the Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) in biomedical and health sciences. The key details of the process are as follows:

• Fellowships: Around 250 candidates will be selected based on merit and fund availability.

• Merit List: Prepared solely on exam performance.

• Discipline: Selected candidates will enrol for Ph.D. programs in biomedical or health research.

• Reservation: SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS candidates receive relaxation as per Government of India policies.

• Fellowship Award: Fellowship is confirmed only after securing placement in a recognized institution or ICMR Centre.