Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR Mumbai) offers research and integrated programs at PG and doctoral levels. TIFR offers Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. and Ph.D. programs in multiple fields such as Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, and Computer Science. M.Sc program at TIFR is offered in various sub-domains of Biology. Check TIFR courses & Fees
Admission to all the TIFR courses is done through a written test and interview conducted by the university. Final selection is strictly based on the merit list, only the top 1.5% of applicants are selected every year. TIFR also accepts scores of national-level entrance examinations such as NET, JRF, JEST, or GATE for admission to the Ph.D. program. Such candidates are exempted from the written test.
TIFR is currently accepting applications for the Ph.D. in Systems Science. Candidates having valid scores in the GATE exam can apply online on the official website of the university. TIFR has also released the list of interview shortlist for Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. and Ph.D. programs. Candidates can check the same by visiting the official website of the university.
TIFR M.Sc. Admission 2023
Course Name | M.Sc. |
Course Duration | 2 years |
Course Type | Full-Time |
Specializations Offered | 2 |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor’s degree |
Selection Criteria | Entrance-Based |
TIFR M.Sc Eligibility Criteria
- Biology- Bachelor’s in Basic Science (Chemistry/ Physics/ Biology/ Mathematics) or Bachelor in any 4-year degree program.
- Wildlife Science- Bachelor’s in any discipline with interest in Wildlife.
TIFR M.Sc Selection Criteria
- The selection of the program will be based on the entrance exam conducted by TIFR.
- After qualifying the exam the candidates are shortlisted based on the interview.
TIFR Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D. Admission 2023
Course Name | M.Sc. + Ph.D. |
Course Duration | 6 years |
Course Type | Full-Time |
Specializations Offered | 4 |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor’s degree |
Selection Criteria | Entrance-Based |
TIFR Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
- Biology- Bachelor’s in any Basic Science or a degree in B.V.Sc. / B.Pharma. /B.Tech. / B.E.
- Physics- A degree in M.Tech./M.E./B.S./B.Sc./B.E./ B.Chem./B.Tech. in Physics or Engineering Physics, or corresponding degree. Any other degree in a program of at least 3 years in duration in Science / Medicine / Engineering.
- Chemistry-A degree in B.S. / B.Pharm./B.Sc. or a corresponding degree.
- Mathematics- The candidate must have a degree in B.Sc. / B.Tech. / B.A. /B.E.
TIFR Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D. Selection Criteria
- The selection of the program will be based on the entrance exam conducted by TIFR.
- After qualifying the exam the candidates are shortlisted based on the interview
TIFR Ph.D Admission 2023
Course Name | Ph.D |
Course Duration | 5 years |
Course Type | Full-Time |
Specializations Offered | 6 |
Basic Eligibility Criteria | Master’s degree |
Selection Criteria | Entrance-Based |
TIFR Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
- Chemistry- A degree in B.E. / B.Tech. / M.Pharm or M.Sc. or a corresponding degree.
- Mathematics- A degree in any one of the following - M.A/ M.Tech. / M.Sc.
- Science- A degree in any subject in M.Sc./ M.Tech or a Master’s degree in M.S.W./ M.A. in any of the disciplines Psychology/ Linguistics/ Anthropology/ Economics/ Sociology/ Sociology/ Behavioural Sciences or M.Ed with an undergraduate degree in Social Science/ Humanities/ Science.
- Physics- A degree in M.Sc. / M.S. in physics or a corresponding degree with a duration of at least 5 years.
- Biology- A degree in M.Sc. Chemistry/ Mathematics/ Physics/ any division of Biology or a Master’s degree in a professional course or a degree in a program that is more than 4 years in length.
- Computer Science and System Studies- A degree in B.E ./ B.Tech./M.Sc. / M.C.A./ M.E. / M.Tech. or corresponding degree in Computer Science/ Electrical Engineering/ Electronics and communication Engineering or associated branches.
TIFR Ph.D. Selection Criteria
- The selection is based on the entrance exam conducted by the college. The candidates who are shortlisted are then called for the interview based on which they are selected for various programs.
- Along with the entrance exam, admission in some of the courses of chemistry, physics, and biology; the scores obtained in NET/ JEST/GATE are also applicable.
- The admission for biology is done by TIFR GS 2021 also known as Joint Graduate Entrance Examination for Biology and Interdisciplinary Life Sciences and all the participating institutions consider the score secured in this exam for admission.
- The candidate is required to apply separately for the chosen institution for admission.
- The students who have scored well in the GATE exam in subjects like Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mathematics, and Electrical can directly apply for admission to the Ph.D. program and are exempted from appearing in the TIFR entrance exam.
- In case a student has given both the exam the best score out of the two examinations will be considered.
How to apply for TIFR?
Candidates can apply for admission through online:
- Candidates must register themselves on the TIFR website and fill in the application form of TIFR GS.
- After filling the form check all the information filled thoroughly before proceeding to the next step.
- Applicants may give the entrance test for different subjects, however; they must apply for each program separately and pay the fees accordingly.
- Applicants can submit the fee either online or offline by DD. The application fee for male candidates is Rs.900/- and for female candidates is Rs.300/-.
- After paying the fee the candidate must submit the form and take a print out of the same.
Candidates who apply through offline mode must fill in the application form and send it to the address mentioned on the website along with the DD and 2 recent passport size photographs.
The details to be mentioned in the form are-
- 10th and 12th mark sheet.
- Graduation marks.
- Scanned copy of the photograph.
- Scanned copy of the signature.
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