IISER Berhampur PhD Physics 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 Physics 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 (Physical Sciences), UGC-JRF, JEST, 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 Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely 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 (Physical Sciences), UGC-JRF, GATE (Physics), or JEST at the time of joining.

Admission Process

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

The School of Physical Sciences shortlists candidates based on qualifying exam rank and academic record.

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

Final merit list is announced through the official IISER Berhampur admission portal after the interview process.

Admitted scholars complete document verification and pay semester fees before the August commencement date.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a valid CSIR-NET, JEST, or GATE score in Physical Sciences or Physics.
You want a fully funded PhD with an INR 31,000 per month fellowship from day one.
A research-intensive IISER environment aligns with your long-term academic career goals.
You prefer a small cohort with individualized faculty supervision over a large university.
Your career aim is physics research, national labs, space science, or academia.

✗ Skip if

You expect industry placement support and corporate recruitment drives for Physics PhD holders.
You prefer a PhD campus in a major metro city with stronger professional networking opportunities.
A taught or coursework-heavy doctoral programme suits your preferred learning structure better.

IISER Berhampur PhD Physics 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 Physics FAQs

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

Ans. The total programme fees for Ph.D. in Physics at IISER Berhampur are INR 4,54,500 for General category scholars over five years. This includes INR 11,500 in one-time charges, 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 tuition fee per semester, substantially reducing their total financial commitment to the programme.

Ques. Is there a monthly fellowship for PhD Physics 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 first day of joining. Scholars holding a CSIR-JRF or JEST fellowship receive INR 37,000 per month with House Rent Allowance and can be upgraded to SRF status after two years. Continuation is subject to satisfactory annual progress evaluations by the School of Physical Sciences.

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

Ans. IISER Berhampur accepts CSIR-NET (Physical Sciences), UGC-JRF, GATE (Physics), JEST, and INSPIRE-PhD as qualifying credentials for the PhD in Physics. BS-MS graduates from any IISER with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are exempt from the national qualifying exam requirement and may apply directly. The qualifying score must be valid at the time of actual joining, not merely at the application stage.

Ques. What research areas are available under PhD Physics at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The School of Physical Sciences at IISER Berhampur supports doctoral research in condensed matter physics, quantum optics, photonics, nonlinear dynamics, astrophysics, high-energy physics, and soft matter. Research availability depends on current faculty openings and funded project cycles. Prospective applicants should visit the official IISER Berhampur website, review faculty research profiles, and contact potential supervisors before applying for a position.

Ques. How long does the PhD Physics 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 structured over 10 semesters. Extensions beyond five years require departmental and institute approval and are granted on the basis of research progress and funding continuity. The institute fellowship may continue during approved extension periods subject to annual review.

Ques. What career paths open up after PhD Physics from IISER Berhampur?

Ans. Graduates of the PhD in Physics from IISER Berhampur are well positioned for postdoctoral positions at leading Indian and international institutions, faculty roles at universities and IITs/NITs, and research positions at ISRO, BARC, CSIR, DRDO, and similar organisations. The IISER brand is strongly recognised in the physics research community, and many alumni have secured fellowships at premier institutions in Europe, the United States, and Japan.

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