An Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC) is required under the Rules, 1989 for every organization involved in research, use, or application of genetically engineered (GE) organisms and hazardous microorganisms. The IBSC serves as the primary institutional body responsible for implementing biosafety and biosecurity measures, reviewing research activities involving recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory guidelines. Registration and monitoring of IBSCs are carried out by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) through the Review Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM). This registration is applicable to institutions seeking recognition of their IBSC for overseeing and regulating activities related to GE organisms and hazardous microorganisms within the organization.
Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
What is Application for Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
Who Can Apply for Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
Documents Required for this Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
- Brief CV of members and duly signed consent letters (to be a member of the IBSC) of all the proposed IBSC members (including of suggested DBT Nominees)
- Details (including designation, contact number and Email) of other manpower resources who are well versed with experiments on hazardous microorganism(s) and / or genetically engineered organism(s)
- In case of already registered IBSC with RCGM, upload minutes of last 3 IBSC meeting
Act and Rules
Rules for the Manufacture, Use, Import, Export and Storage of Hazardous micro-organisms/Genetically engineered organisms or cells, 1989 (known as Rules 1989)
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants: A Guide for Stakeholders, 2016
Guidelines for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants, 2016
Guidelines for the Safety Assessment of Foods Derived from Genetically Engineered Plants, 2008
Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants: A Guide for Stakeholders, 2016
Guidelines for the Environmental Risk Assessment of Genetically Engineered Plants, 2016
Role of Shamkris and Process of Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to ensuring compliance with the mandatory requirements for obtaining the Application. With a simple and guided methodology, Shamkris helps organizations achieve the necessary application in a timely and cost-effective manner. Shamkris offers 100% support in advisory, guidance, and compliance, ensuring smooth processing for obtaining the application.
The Application acquisition process described below:
Advisory for the document required
Preparation of documents as per application & list of documents.
Certificate File
Inspection by the department if required
Certificate department
Certificate issued
Yearly Compliance if Applicable
Renewal when due
Who can issue Approval for Registration of Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC)
FAQ
An Institutional Biosafety Committee (IBSC) is a committee established to oversee biosafety and biosecurity activities involving GE organisms and hazardous microorganisms.
Any institution working with GE organisms, cells, or hazardous microorganisms under Rules, 1989.
Yes, eligible organizations must constitute and register an IBSC before undertaking relevant activities.
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) through the Review Committee on Genetic Manipulation (RCGM).
The IBSC reviews research activities, ensures biosafety compliance, and implements institutional biosafety measures.