IISER Tirupati Admission for PhD Program: Application Dates and Details
IISER Tirupati Admission for PhD Program: Application Dates and Details

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati has unveiled its Admission to the PhD Program for the January 2024 Session, presenting an opportunity for prospective scholars to embark on a scholarly journey like no other.

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Tirupati has issued an official notification concerning the admission process for PhD programs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Earth and Climate Sciences. This extensive program for the upcoming academic session in January encompasses not only research but also a comprehensive curriculum and teaching assistantship opportunities.

IISER Tirupati, established as the sixth institute in the prestigious chain of IISERs under the aegis of the Government of India and the Ministry of Education, is dedicated to providing top-tier education in fundamental sciences. Additionally, it seeks to establish cutting-edge research facilities, furthering scientific inquiry.

IISER Tirupati PhD Admission

For a detailed insight into the IISER Tirupati PhD Admission 2024, please refer to the information provided below.

Significant Dates to Remember

  • Opening date of online application: October 13, 2023
  • Closing date of online application: November 12, 2023
  • Announcement of candidates shortlisted for interview: November 25 – 30, 2023 (Tentative)
  • Interview of shortlisted candidates: December 05 – 10, 2023 (Tentative)
  • Announcement of interview results: December 20 – 25, 2023 (Tentative)
  • Joining date for PhD Program: January 2, 2024 (Tentative)

Eligibility Requirements

For Biology:

  1. Minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (overall percentage including all subjects) or CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale in Master’s degree.
  2. Candidates with a BE/B.Tech degree should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (overall percentage including all subjects) or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
  3. IISER BS-MS (All IISERs) Dual degree students with CGPA >= 8.0 are eligible without essential eligibility criteria.

Essential Eligibility Criteria for Biology:

  1. Qualified for JGEEBILS 2022, DBT-JRF-A, ICMR-JRF, DBT-BINC, ARS-NET (ICAR), UGC-CSIR JRF, DST-INSPIRE-JRF, or any other national fellowship.

For Chemistry:

  1. Minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (overall percentage; with all subjects) or CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale in master’s degree.
  2. Candidates with a BE/B.Tech degree should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (overall percentage; not only in the majoring subject) or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
  3. IISER BS-MS (All IISERs) Dual degree students with CGPA >= 8.0 are eligible without essential eligibility criteria.

Essential Eligibility Criteria for Chemistry:

  1. Qualified for CSIR/UGC-LS/JRF/INSPIRE PhD Fellowships, GATE, or any other National Fellowships.

For Mathematics:

  1. Minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (overall percentage including all subjects) or CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale in Master’s degree.
  2. Candidates with a B.E./B.Tech degree should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (overall percentage including all subjects) or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
  3. IISER BS-MS (All IISERs) Dual degree students with CGPA >= 8.0 are eligible without additional eligibility criteria.

Essential Eligibility Criteria for Mathematics:

  1. Qualified for CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, INSPIRE PhD, NBHM PhD, GATE(MA), or any other National Fellowships.

For Physics:

  1. Minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (overall percentage; not only in majoring subject) or CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale in Master’s degree.
  2. Candidates with a BE/B.Tech degree should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate (overall percentage; not only in majoring subject) or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
  3. IISER BS-MS (All IISERs) Dual degree students with CGPA >= 8.0 are eligible without essential eligibility criteria.

Essential Eligibility Criteria for Physics:

  1. Awarded CSIR-JRF or UGC-JRF or INSPIRE PhD, or qualified in NET-LS up to rank 300, or qualified in JEST, GATE, or any other National Level Examination.

Application Process

  • Only online applications accepted.
  • Applicants should complete the online application form provided on the official website.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be intimated further about the interview date.
  • Reserved category candidates must submit relevant certificates if selected.

Selection Procedure

  • Shortlisted candidates called for an online interview.
  • Final selection based on interview performance.
  • Submitting an application does not guarantee an interview.
  • Additional criteria may be used by departments for shortlisting candidates.

For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website

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