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ADMISSION TO PhD PROGRAMS (POSTGRADUATE STUDIES)
The Federal State Budget Scientific Institution “Federal Scientific Center for Agricultural Biotechnology of the Far East named after A.K. Chaiki” (hereinafter – FSC) announces admission to doctoral (PhD) programs for training of research and research-teaching personnel for the 2025–2026 academic year.
Scientific Specialties Open for Admission (2025–2026)
| Specialty Code | Field of Study |
|---|---|
| 4.1.1. | General Agriculture and Crop Production |
| 4.1.2. | Plant Breeding, Seed Production, and Plant Biotechnology |
| 4.1.3. | Agrochemistry, Agro-Soil Science, Plant Protection and Quarantine |
Admission Rules
Admission is conducted in accordance with the Admission Rules independently approved by the institution:
Admission Timeline
For admission both within the state-funded quotas (state-controlled enrollment figures) and on a fee-paying basis, the following deadlines apply:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of application submission (including via the Unified Public Services Portal) and document submission | June 20, 2025 |
| Application and document submission deadline | July 18, 2025 |
| Entrance examinations | July 21–31, 2025 |
| Start of submission of consent for enrollment (for state-funded places) | June 20, 2025 |
| Deadline for submission of consent for enrollment (for state-funded places) | August 28, 2025 |
| Signing of education contract (for fee-paying places) | From June 20, 2025 until August 28, 2025 |
| Issuance of admission orders | September 1, 2025 |
| Enrollment into PhD programs | November 1, 2025 |
Number of Admission Places by Admission Conditions (State-Funded Quotas)
| Competition | Scientific Specialty | Mode of Study | Total State-Funded Places | General Competition | Targeted Admission | Fee-Paying Places |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| By group of specialties 4.1. (Agronomy, Forestry, and Water Management) | 4.1.1.; 4.1.2.; 4.1.3. | Full-time | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| By individual specialty | 4.1.1. | Full-time | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| 4.1.2. | Full-time | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Note: Unfilled targeted quota places will be added to the general state-funded places.
Entrance Examinations
For each entrance examination, the following information is provided: examination name, maximum score, minimum passing score, priority ranking order, format, language(s), examination program, and information on in-person vs. distance delivery.
| Competition / Specialty | Admission Conditions | Entrance Examination | Priority | Max. Score | Min. Score | Format | Language | Program |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group 4.1. and individual specialties 4.1.1.; 4.1.2.; 4.1.3. | Full-time | Agronomy | 1 | 100 | 60 | In-person | Russian | Download |
| Motivational Essay | 2 | 100 | 60 | In-person | – | Download |
Special provisions for entrance examinations for applicants with disabilities or limited health capabilities – available upon request.
Recognition of Individual Achievements
A point-based system is used to recognize individual achievements.
General Individual Achievements and Points Awarded
| No. | Individual Achievement | Supporting Document | Points | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research articles in peer-reviewed international journals (Web of Science, Scopus) | Copy of article (title page, table of contents, full article) | 20 | per article |
| 2 | Research articles in Russian VAK (Higher Attestation Commission) journals | Copy of article (title page, table of contents, full article) | 10 | per article |
| 3 | Research articles in RSCI (Russian Science Citation Index) publications | Copy of article (title page, table of contents, full article) | 6 | per article |
| 4 | Research articles in other publications | Copy of article (title page, table of contents, full article) | 2 | per article |
| 5 | Participation in scientific conferences, seminars, symposia (international) | Copy of certificate | 4 | per certificate |
| 6 | Participation in scientific conferences, seminars, symposia (national / regional) | Copy of certificate | 2 | per certificate |
| 7 | Victory in scientific olympiads and competitions (international / national) | Copy of diploma | 6 | per diploma |
| 8 | Victory in scientific olympiads and competitions (regional / institutional) | Copy of diploma | 4 | per diploma |
| 9 | Intellectual property results | Copy of patent or certificate | 10 | per document |
| 10 | Participation in grant projects | Grantor’s confirmation letter | 10 | per grant |
| 11 | Recommendation from the State Examination Commission (SEC) for admission to PhD studies | Copy of SEC protocol (certified by the institution where the SEC took place) or extract from protocol | 6 |
Medical Examination
No mandatory preliminary medical examination is required for applicants.
Document Submission Locations and Contacts
On-site Submission
| Location | Address | Phone | Working Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Studies Dep. | 30 Volozhenina St., office 204, Timiryazevsky Settlement, Ussuriysk, Russia | +7 914 727 79 34 | Mon 9:00–13:00; Tue–Fri 9:00–12:30 |
Postal Submission Address
Postgraduate Studies Department
FSBSI “FSC for Agricultural Biotechnology of the Far East named after A.K. Chaiki”
30 Volozhenina St., Timiryazevsky Settlement
Ussuriysk, 692539
Russia
Email for Correspondence
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fe.smc_rf@mail.ru -
skippi2014@gmail.com
Submission via Public Services Portal
Applicants may (at their discretion) submit applications and required documents through the Unified Public Services Portal (Gosuslugi)
Documents Required for Admission
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Application for state-funded places | Download the form |
| Application for fee-paying places | Download the form |
| Identity document (proof of citizenship) | |
| Higher education diploma (Specialist or Master’s degree) | Must be submitted no later than the document submission deadline |
| SNILS (individual insurance account number) | If available, submit together with application |
| Consent to personal data processing | [Download the form] – submit together with application |
| Document confirming disability or limited health capabilities (if special examination conditions are required) | Submit by the document submission deadline; for special exam arrangements, submit at least 10 days before the examination |
| Documents confirming individual achievements | Optional; submit no later than the document submission deadline |
| 2 photographs |


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