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IISc Bangalore PG/PhD Admission 2024 – Applications are invited from eligible applicants for admissions to regular Research Programmes [PhD (Research)] and External Registration Programme [PhD/M Tech (Research)] for the academic session 2024-25.
IISc Bangalore Ph.D Admission 2024
Programme Offered
Research Program [Ph D/M Tech (Research)
Ph.D. in Science Faculty*: Astronomy & Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Ecological Sciences, High Energy Physics, Inorganic & Physical Chemistry, Materials Research, Mathematics, Microbiology & Cell Biology, Molecular Biophysics, Developmental Biology and Genetics, Neurosciences, Organic Chemistry, Physics, and Solid State & Structural Chemistry, Instrumentation and Applied Physics (PhD & M Tech(Research))
Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary areas*: Bioengineering (offered by Department of Bioengineering), Energy (offered by Interdisciplinary Centre for Energy Research) (PhD & M Tech(Research)), Mathematical Sciences (offered by IISc Mathematics Initiative), Water Research (offered by Interdisciplinary Centre for Water Research), Cyber Physical Systems (offered by Robert Bosch Centre for Cyber Physical Systems) (PhD & M Tech(Research)), Climate Change (offered by Divecha Centre for Climate Change), Brain, Computation and Data Science (formerly known as “Brain and Artificial Intelligence”).
Integrated Ph.D Programs
- Biological Sciences
- Chemical Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Sciences
Important Dates
- Last date for online submission of online applications for Regular & ERP programmes (website closes at 23:59 hours) : March 22, 2024
- Last date for online submission of online applications for M Tech/ M Des Sponsored programme (website closes at 23:59 hours) : April 12, 2024
Eligibility Criteria
Research Programs [Ph D]
- Applicants possessing a minimum of second class or equivalent in the following degrees as applicable to the individual departments / areas are eligible to apply:
External Registration Program [Ph.D/M.Tech (Research)]
- The educational requirements remain consistent with those for regular candidates. While it’s desirable to have qualified in one of the national entrance tests such as CSIR-UGC NET for JRF, UGC-NET for JRF, DBT JRF, ICMR JRF, GATE, NBHM, it’s not mandatory. Additionally, candidates must have completed two years of full-time employment in their current organization after obtaining their degree. Official sponsorship by the employing organization is a prerequisite, along with the compulsory completion of an online application form. The printed version of the application form must be submitted in duplicate on or before March 29, 2024. For detailed eligibility criteria, please refer to the IISc website.
Integrated Ph.D Programs
- Biological Sciences: Candidates should have a minimum of first class or equivalent in Bachelor’s or an equivalent degree in Physical, Chemical, or Biological Sciences (including Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Veterinary Sciences, and Agricultural Sciences). Alternatively, candidates with a minimum of first class or equivalent in BE/B Tech degree are also eligible. Qualifying examination: JAM in Biotechnology (BT) or Chemistry (CY) or Mathematics (MA) or Physics (PH).
- Chemical Sciences: Candidates should have a minimum of first class in B.Sc. or an equivalent degree with Chemistry as one of the main subjects, with Mathematics at the PUC or Plus 2 level. Qualifying examination: JAM in Chemistry (CY) or Physics (PH).
- Mathematical Sciences: Candidates should have a minimum of first class or equivalent in B.Sc. or an equivalent degree with Mathematics as one of the subjects, or BE/BTech or equivalent degree. Qualifying examination: JAM in Mathematics (MA) or Mathematical Statistics (MS).
- Physical Sciences: Candidates should have a minimum of first class or equivalent in B.Sc. or an equivalent degree with Physics as one of the main subjects, or BE/B Tech or equivalent in any discipline. Qualifying examination: JAM in Physics (PH) or JEST.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS (economically weaker section) : Rs. 800/-
- SC / ST / PwD (person with disability) : Rs. 400/-
- ERP candidates (all categories) : Rs. 2000/-
- Sponsored candidates from organization : Rs. 800/-
- *The fee is non-refundable; any bank or payment gateway service charges must be borne by the applicant.
- Payment options: Online payment through net-banking, debit card, credit card, UPI.
Selection Procedureand to apply online, please
Research Programmes [Ph D/M Tech (Research)]:
Candidates are shortlisted for an interview based on their performance in the National Entrance Test and/or the qualifying degree. The selection is based on the performance in the interview. In some departments, an aptitude test/preliminary interview will precede the final interview.
External Registration Program [Ph.D/M.Tech (Research)]:
Selection is based on the performance in the interview.
Integrated Ph.D Programs:
Candidates will be shortlisted for an interview based on their JAM 2024 score for all the four disciplines, and those who cleared JEST 2024 for Physical Sciences.
(a) Selection for Chemical Sciences will be based on the performance in the interview.
(b) Selection for Biological, Physical, and Mathematical Sciences will be based on the combined performance in the qualifying examination and interview.
For more details visit the official website