IISER Berhampur PhD Earth Science Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
One-time Fees (First Semester)	INR 11,500
Tuition Fee (10 Semesters)	INR 2,66,000
User Charges (10 Semesters)	INR 1,77,000
Total Fees (General Category, 5 Years)	INR 4,54,500

Hostel rent of INR 2,000 per semester is included in User Charges above.

SC, ST, and PwD scholars are exempt from the INR 26,600 tuition fee each semester.

Caution Money of INR 5,000 paid at admission is fully refundable on programme completion.

Mess charges and health insurance are payable separately as per actuals.

IISER Berhampur PhD Earth Science Admission 2026

Event	Date
GATE 2026 Exam	February 7-15, 2026
GATE 2026 Result	March 19, 2026
IISER PhD Application Deadline	March 31, 2026
Shortlisted Candidate Results	May 16, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

CSIR-NET (Earth Sciences), UGC-JRF, JEST, DBT-JRF, and INSPIRE-PhD scores are also accepted as qualifying credentials.

BS-MS graduates of any IISER with CGPA 8.0 or above are exempt from the national qualifying exam requirement.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

M.Sc. or equivalent in Earth Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, Geography, or a related discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum 60% aggregate marks or CGPA of 7.0 on a 10-point scale, with 5% relaxation for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

Valid national qualifying score in CSIR-NET (Earth Sciences), UGC-JRF, GATE, or JEST at the time of joining.

Admission Process

Apply online at iiserbpr.ac.in during the advertised window with qualifying score and academic transcripts.

The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences shortlists candidates on qualifying rank and academic record.

Shortlisted candidates attend a written test and a research aptitude interview on the IISER Berhampur campus.

Final merit list is communicated through the official IISER Berhampur admission portal.

Admitted scholars complete document verification and enrolment formalities before the commencement date.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a valid CSIR-NET or GATE score in Earth Sciences or Geology.
You want a fully funded PhD with an INR 31,000 per month fellowship from day one.
An IISER research environment in coastal Odisha suits your field science interests.
You prefer personalized mentorship in a small cohort over a large university setting.
Your career goal is geoscience research, academia, or national geological surveys.

✗ Skip if

You expect campus placement drives or corporate geoscience recruitment at the institute.
You prefer a PhD institution in a major metro city with broader infrastructure.
A taught or coursework-focused doctoral structure suits your preferred learning approach.

IISER Berhampur PhD Earth Science Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
Institute PhD Fellowship	INR 31,000 per month	All admitted PhD scholars at IISER Berhampur
CSIR-JRF/SRF Fellowship	INR 37,000 per month (with HRA)	CSIR-NET qualified scholars, eligible for SRF after 2 years

Institute fellowship is credited from the day of joining for up to five years.

HRA under CSIR-JRF or SRF is paid as per central government norms.

IISER Berhampur PhD Earth Science FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for PhD Earth Science at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The total programme fees for Ph.D. in Earth Science at IISER Berhampur are INR 4,54,500 for General category scholars over five years. This comprises INR 11,500 in one-time charges at admission, INR 2,66,000 in cumulative tuition, and INR 1,77,000 in user charges across 10 semesters. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempt from the INR 26,600 per semester tuition component, significantly reducing their total fee liability.

Ques. Is there a monthly fellowship for PhD Earth Science scholars at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. Yes, all admitted PhD scholars at IISER Berhampur receive an institute fellowship of INR 31,000 per month from the day of joining. Scholars holding a CSIR-JRF award receive INR 37,000 per month with House Rent Allowance and are eligible for SRF upgradation after two years. The fellowship is subject to satisfactory annual academic progress reviews by the department.

Ques. Which qualifying exams are accepted for PhD Earth Science at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. IISER Berhampur accepts CSIR-NET (Earth Sciences), UGC-JRF, GATE (Geology or Geophysics), JEST, and INSPIRE-PhD fellowships as qualifying credentials for PhD in Earth Science. BS-MS graduates from any IISER with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are exempt from the national qualifying exam requirement. Applicants must hold a valid score at the time of actual joining, not merely at application.

Ques. What research areas does IISER Berhampur offer under PhD Earth Science?

Ans. The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences at IISER Berhampur supports doctoral research in structural geology, geodynamics, sedimentology, geochemistry, geophysics, and paleoclimate. The school benefits from its proximity to the Eastern Ghats and the Bay of Bengal, enabling field-based research across diverse geological terrains. Prospective candidates should review faculty research profiles on the official IISER Berhampur website for current research openings.

Ques. How long does the PhD Earth Science programme take at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The minimum registration period for the PhD programme is three years. Most scholars complete their degree in around five years, which is why fees are calculated on a 10-semester basis. Extensions beyond five years require departmental and institute approval, granted based on research progress and funding continuity. The institute fellowship continues during approved extension periods subject to annual evaluation.

Ques. When does the PhD Earth Science batch commence at IISER Berhampur in 2026?

Ans. The August 2026 PhD batch at IISER Berhampur commences in August 2026. The application deadline for this batch closed on March 31, 2026, and shortlisted candidate results were announced in May 2026. The next admission cycle for August 2027 is expected to open in early 2027, with qualifying exam scores from the 2026-27 CSIR-NET and GATE cycles being relevant for that intake.

IISER Berhampur Ph.D Earth Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility