ICTS invites applications from highly motivated candidates interested in pursuing doctoral research in the theoretical and mathematical sciences. ICTS has world-class research groups in astrophysical relativity, fluid dynamics and turbulence, mathematics, physical biology, statistical physics and condensed matter physics, string theory and quantum gravity. More details of research at ICTS can be found here.
ADMISSIONS
All applicants are required to appear for national level entrance tests (TIFR graduate studies admission test, JEST, GATE, UGC/CSIR test for JRF (Physics)) conducted at different centres nationally. These entrance tests will cover basic topics in physics, mathematics or engineering. Top candidates from these tests can apply to appear in the next phase of the selection process. Performance in the national level entrance test, along with the additional information requested in the online application form will be used to shortlist candidates for interviews conducted at ICTS.
Students selected for Integrated PhD (BSc/BTech/MTech/BS graduates) need to complete the coursework requirements and register for PhD within 3 years of joining. For regular PhD students (MSc/MS graduates) the coursework requirement and PhD registration should be completed within 2 years from joining. The coursework includes core (both theory and experiment) and elective/reading courses as well as research projects. At the end of the coursework, the student needs to pass a comprehensive exam after which he/she can register for the PhD. Details of graduate coursework can be found here. Successful candidates will receive the degree through the Physics Subject Board of the TIFR Graduate School.
For students whose final examination results for their qualifying degree are not declared by the time of joining (approximately end July/ beginning August): you will be admitted on a provisional basis, subject to the passing of the relevant degree examination. The admission will be regularised on the production of mark sheets/provisional/final degree certificate of the qualifying degree examination.
If your qualifying degree is a Bachelor's degree (1st degree after Std. XII): Payment of fellowship will be withheld in full till documentary evidence is submitted of having completed the qualifying degree.
If your qualifying degree is a Master's degree (and you already have a Bachelor's degree): Payment of fellowship will be at a lower rate (IPhD) until documentary evidence is submitted of having completed the qualifying degree.
In both cases, once the admission is regularised, arrears corresponding to the full amount of fellowship will be paid calculated from the date of joining.
Eligibility
For the PhD program
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MSc/MS in Physics, or equivalent undergraduate/masters program(s) of duration not less than 5 years in total.
For Integrated PhD program
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ME/MTech/BSc/BS/BE/BTech/BChem or any other degree in Science, Engineering or Medicine. The applicant should have completed an undergraduate/masters program of duration not less than 3 years.
Entrance Tests:
The first level of selection to the ICTS graduate program is performed using results from the following national exams:
- TIFR GS Exam (selection already made and candidates have been informed)
- JEST (Physics)
- GATE (Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Sciences)
- CSIR UGC NET (Physical Sciences - JRF eligible)
Candidates with M.Tech. / M.E. / M.S. (Engg.) can submit their earlier scores (valid) of GATE / equivalent. The dates and centers of all the tests are advertised in major national newspapers.
Eligibility Criteria for the Entrance Tests:
JEST: Rank between 1 to 80
GATE: 90 percentile and above
CSIR UGC NET (JRF Qualified): Rank between 1 to 50
Applicants qualified in the written tests should apply online for being considered for further selection.
Interviews
Performance in the national exam, along with the additional information requested in the online application form will be used to shortlist candidates for further selection process at ICTS, Bangalore. The final selection is based on the interview conducted at ICTS. All shortlisted applicants need to appear in person at ICTS, Bangalore for the final selection process.
Online Application Form
Eligible candidate can apply to ICTS graduate program by completing the ONLINE APPLICATION FORM. You will need to upload the scorecard from the admissions test (JEST/GATE/UGC-CSIR; this is not required for the TIFR test) electronic copies of your score transcripts, a statement of purpose, and contact details of two referees.
Deadline for application is 20th May 2020 & referee deadline is 27th May 2020.
Admission Calendar
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TIFR entrance exam – Check TIFR GS Admissions page for details |
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Interviews for GS shortlisted candidates at ICTS |
March |
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Interview result announcement (already announced on te website) |
March |
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Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST)/ GATE/ CSIR UGC NET |
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Invitation of online applications |
April |
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Last date for receipt of online applications |
May |
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Interviews |
will be notified |
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Result announcement (First list) |
will be notified |
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Result announcement for waiting list |
will be notified |
SCHOLARSHIPS
All the selected students receive a graduate scholarship from ICTS. The current scholarship amounts are given below.
PhD
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PhD pre-registration |
Fellowship Contingency grant |
Rs. 31,000/- p.m Rs. 40,000/- p.a. |
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PhD post-registration (max 5 years from date of joining) |
Fellowship Contingency grant |
Rs. 35,000/- p.m Rs. 40,000/- p.a. |
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PhD post-registration (beyond 5 years upto a max of 1 year) |
Fellowship |
Rs. 17,500/- p.m |
Integrated PhD
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1st year |
Fellowship Book grant |
Rs. 21,000/- p.m Rs. 25,000/- p.a. |
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2nd year |
Fellowship Contingency grant |
Rs. 31,000/- p.m Rs. 40,000/- p.a. |
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Integrated PhD post-registration (max 5 years from date of joining) |
Fellowship Contingency grant |
Rs. 35,000/- p.m Rs. 40,000/- p.a. |
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Integrated PhD post-registration (beyond 6 years upto a max of 1 year) |
Fellowship |
Rs. 17,500/- p.m |
Accommodation is provided to PhD and Integrated PhD students at a nominal cost.
ICTS GRADUATE SCHOOL
- Course Structure
- Academic Calendar
- Guidelines for Academic Ethics
- Subject Board of Physics (SBP) Guidelines
CONTACT:
Academic Office
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS),
Survey No. 151, Shivakote,
Hesaraghatta Hobli, Bengaluru North - 560 089, India.
Tel: +91 - 80 - 4653 6000 Email: gs @ icts . res . in
Website : www.icts.res.in
Updated: 27/04/2020