Graduate Studies

• IIA PhD Programme
• Integrated PhD Programme
• Integrated M.Tech.- Ph.D (Tech.)

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics operates a vigorous programme of graduate studies which forms a vital component of research and training. The graduate studies programme is overseen by the BOARD OF GRADUATE STUDIES, which takes care of the academic and related activities of the Ph.D. students as well as the students visiting IIA under the various training programmes. The Institute is also a major partner in the Joint Astronomy Programme (JAP), organized by the Indian Institute of Science.

An Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pondicherry University (Central),Puducherry has been signed on 28^th April, 2009 to start a joint Ph.D programme in astrophysics. Henceforth, students enrolled for the PhD Programme will register at the said University.

Vice Chancellor of Pondicherry University J.A.K. Tareen (left) exchanging documents with the Director of Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore, S. S. Hasan, in Puducherry on Tuesday.

The PhD programme at Indian Institute of Astrophysics provides opportunities for front line research in a wide range of areas in astronomy and astrophysics, from atomic physics to cosmology. The students selected under this programme are fully supported with a fellowship (presently Rs 12,000/- p.m. for the first 2 years and enhanced to Rs 14,000/- after 2 years), a book grant, accommodation and medical facilities. IIA encourages and supports the participation of students in National and International conferences. The graduates of IIA's PhD programme have gone on to take up postdoctoral and faculty positions in premier national and international research institutions and universities. Many have found jobs in industry too.