TIFR, Mumbai announces Admission to PhD Programs
TIFR, Mumbai announces Admission to PhD Programs

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai invites applications for admission to PhD Programs at its Mumbai Campus.

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai PhD Admission

Program offered

  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Computer & Systems Sciences
  • Science Education

Important Dates

Course Duration

  • 5 years

Eligibility Criteria

Mathematics:

  • For Ph.D. : M.A./M.Sc./M.Math./M.Stat./M.E./M.Tech.

Physics:

  • For Ph.D.: M.Sc./M.S. in Physics, or equivalent degree, on completion of programmes (s) of duration not less than 5 years in total.

Chemistry:

  • For Ph.D.: M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech./M.Pharm. or equivalent degree.

Biology:

  • Candidates will be shortlisted for interview based on written test marks, CV, letters of recommendation and Scientific write-up.
  • For Ph.D.: Masters in Basic Science (M.Sc. Physics/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ any branch of Biology) or any professional Master’s Degree (M.Pharma./M.Tech.), or a > 4 year degree program (e.g. MBBS, BDS). Students holding an M.Sc. degree in a non-Biology-allied discipline such as Chemistry / Physics / Mathematics / Computer Science, and who wish to obtain an M.Sc. in Biology, will be offered the option of enrolling in the I-Ph.D. programme at the time of joining.

Computer & Systems Sciences (including Communications and Machine Learning):

  • For Ph.D. : B.Tech./B.E./B.Sc.(4-year degree)/M.Tech./M.E./M.C.A./M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Computer Science / Electronics & Communications Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related branches. Exceptionally well qualified students with a B.Tech./ B.E./B.Sc. (4-year degree)/M.Tech./M.E./M.Sc. degree in other disciplines may also be considered. Candidates not holding a master’s degree can obtain an M.Sc. degree by fulfilling the prescribed requirements during their Ph.D. programme.

Application Process

  • Eligible candidates can apply online mode only through University website http://univ.tifr.res.in/
  • Please follow the appropriate link on this website for filling up the application form.  Read the instructions carefully before you start filling up the online application form.
  • Students may take the online test in multiple subjects provided the timings do not clash. Please submit separate application/fees for each subject.
  • Application Fee can be paid only through online mode.

Application Fee

  • For Male Candidates : Rs. 1200/-
  • For Female Candidates : Rs. 600/- 
  • For Others : Rs. 600/-
  • Mode of Payment : Online through Internet banking/Debit/Credit Card/UPI or other modes as available on our payment gateway.

Admission Procedure

  • The admissions procedure (in all subjects, except Science Education) consists of an online test at one of the several nationwide centres, followed by interviews and/or a second written test of shortlisted candidates depending on the subject/programme.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews to be held during March-May 2023.  Exact dates would be announced later.
  • Results of the entrance examination will be announced by end-January, 2023 and students shortlisted for interview will be intimated by email.

Exam Timings

  • Examination Date : Sunday, December 11, 2022
  • Morning Session: 09:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (Physics, Chemistry, Computer & Systems Sciences, Biology (Wildlife & Conservation)
  • Afternoon Session: Biology: 02:30 p.m. to 04:30 p.m.
  • Mathematics: 02:30 p.m. to 05:30 p.m.

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

Contact Details

Address: Tata Institute of Fundamental Research,
Homi Bhabha Road, Navy Nagar, Colaba
Mumbai 400005, INDIA

Tel : +91-22-2278-2000
Fax : +91-22-2280-4610 / 4611

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