Ph.D. (Humanities and Social Science) From IISER Mohali, Mohali

The Institute offers Ph.D. programs in several disciplines in the full-time mode with state-of-the-art research facilities matching global standards in all disciplines to facilitate quality research.

Ph.D. is offered in the following specializations:

1. Biology
2. Chemistry
3. Mathematics
4. Physics
5. Earth and Environmental Sciences
6. Humanities and Social Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must hold a master’s degree or a B.Tech/ MBBS/ M.Tech with a good academic record.

IISER Mohali Ph.D. Selection Criteria

The candidate must have a valid score in GATE/ CSIR or UGC-NET/ JEST/ NBHM-JRF/JGEEBILS (TIFR/NCBS)/ GPAT/ ICMR-JRF/ DBT-JRF/DST-INSPIRE in the relevant stream.

On the basis of results in the qualifying exam, candidates shall be called for a screening interview.

• The institute also defines a specialization wise admission criteria. As per this criteria admission to P.D in Biological Sciences is granted on the basis of a M. Sc./ B. Tech/ MBBS/ M. Tech or equivalent degree and valid GATE (Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Ecology and Evolution) / CSIR-UGC-NET/ JGEEBILS (TIFR/ NCBS)/ ICMR/ DBT/ DST-Inspire fellowship.
• Chemical Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Earth and Environmental Sciences admissions are granted on the basis of M. Sc./ B. Tech/ MBBS/ M. Tech or equivalent degree and valid GATE (Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Ecology and Evolution) / CSIR-UGC-NET/ JGEEBILS (TIFR/ NCBS)/ ICMR/ DBT/ DST-Inspire fellowship.
• Humanities and Social Sciences admissions are granted on the basis of a relevant master’s degree with a valid score in UGC/NET/GATE.

Note- Admissions to the Ph.D. program are carried out twice a year. Applications are invited in March and September of each year through an advertisement on the IISER Mohali webpages.

How to Apply to Integrated Ph.D. and Ph.D. Programs?

1. To fill the application form candidates need to visit the official website of the university.
2. Secondly, candidates need to visit the designated page of the program in which he/she is seeking admission.
3. Click on the apply online link given on the page. After that, a new web page will appear.
4. On the following page select Ph.D. Admissions - 2020 and enter a valid E-mail address to register. This email id will be used for correspondence.
5. Once registered, the login information with the password will be sent to the e-mail. Provide the same login (email id and password) at the login page. A prompt for password would appear when you enter your email id and click submit.
6. After you submit the form, the "Download Report PDF" link is provided for you to download your application and take a print copy.
7. The print copy should be duly signed by the applicant with the date. You need to affix a passport size photograph in the space provided and submit this print copy at the time of Interview.
8. You can view the status of the application by providing the login information anytime.
   • Status: form Incomplete - Login and check whether you have filled in all mandatory fields and submit your application.
   • Status: form Complete - Your form is submitted for Committee review.
9. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated via email or post for Interview.