Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research Dhanbad Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research, previously known as Central Mining Research Institute and Central Fuel Research Institute is a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). 

It is based in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. CSIR- CIMFR was established in 2007 to integrate core competencies of two (CMRI & CFRI) premier coal institutes of the country. 

The Institute runs Integrated (M.Tech + Ph.D.) and Ph.D. courses. Applications for admission will be filled online.

Admission to Ph.D. programs offered by the Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research is conducted twice a year.

The minimum educational qualification for applications is Masters in a related field.

The minimum eligibility for admission in an integrated program is B.E./B.Tech in relevant field with minimum 70% aggregate or equivalent.

Candidates must have a valid GATE/ NET/ CSIR JRF scores while applying for Ph.D. admission.

Selection will be based on Aptitude test/ Personal interview by the Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR).

Read about CIMFR Dhanbad Courses & Fees

Admission Highlights 2024

Name of Institute Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research
Institute Type Central Government
Basic Admission Criteria Aptitude Test/Personal interview
Application Mode Online
Entrance Exam CSIR- NET/ JRF, GATE, Aptitude Test by AcSIR
Scholarship No

CIMFR Dhanbad Integrated and Ph.D. Admission 2024

For admission to integrated M.Tech + Ph.D.research program in Engineering and Ph.D. in Science and Engineering. 

Candidates with B.E./B.Tech in the relevant subjects with a minimum of 70% marks can apply for the integrated program.

Minimum eligibility for Ph.D. in engineering is a master's degree with 8.5 or equivalent aggregate.

Eligible candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of their scores in GATE/ NET/ JRF/ National fellowship and will be called for the further round of interview/ aptitude test. In addition to their academic performance and depending on the vacancies, final selection of the candidates will be based on performance in aptitude test/ personal interview.

Course Specialization Eligibility Selection process
Integrated M.Tech + Ph.D Engineering Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology under 10+2+4/ 10+2+3 system with minimum 7 CGPA or equivalent Aptitude test / Personal interview
Ph.D Sciences Master’s degree in Science/ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology with at least 8.5 CGPA
Engineering

Key Points:

Candidates having the following qualifications are eligible to apply:

  • B.E. / B.Tech with CGPA 8.5 / 85% Marks + valid GATE / NET (Engg) (Rank <2000)
  • B.E. / B.Tech with CGPA 8.5 / 85% Marks +2 years experience as PA/CSIR SRF.
  • B.E. / B.Tech or M.Sc. with CGPA 8.5 / 85% Marks and/or Ranked first in University + National level fellowship.

How to Apply for CIMFR Dhanbad Admission 2024?

  • Candidates have to fill the application form available online at AcSIR official website.
  • Register with a valid email id/password and an email will be sent for the activation link.
  • Log in and enter the personal and qualification details.
  • Attach the necessary documents.
  • Print the acknowledgment of admission receipt with the unique form number which should be retained for the further process of admission.

Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research Dhanbad Upcoming Important Dates 2026


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Online Application - Jharkhand Chancellor Portal PG Admission 2026 [ME/M.Tech]
Jun 01, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Admission Timeline - Jharkhand Chancellor Portal PG Admission 2026 [ME/M.Tech]
Jun 01, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Online Application - Jharkhand Chancellor Portal PG Admission 2026 [ME/M.Tech]
Jun 01, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026

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