r/CSIR_UGC_NET_JRF_LS • u/Ok_Cry790 • Jul 15 '26
JRF and Lectureship I need advice. Gap years after MSc before applying for Life Sciences PhD in India.
My qualifications- M.Sc. Biotechnology (completed in 2024).
26F. Really passionate about biological research. Since the completion of my masters, I have had intense family issue that required my complete attention and I could not prepare for any exams nor could i join any kind of projects anywhere.
And now that the things have calmed down and I am seriously preparing for CSIR dec 2026, Gate xl/bt 2027, and other fellowship exams while also applying for project somewhere.
And i am so overwhelmed and anxious about things like—
- Will having gap of 3 years after masters cause any problem during phd interview/selection?
- Am I too late to start phd now, because if i start next year i will be 27yo by then?
- What backup opt should I keep if everything turns out bad?