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The Indian Institute of Astrophysics is a DST-funded, research institute, devoted to research in astronomy, astrophysics and related areas of physics. The main campus is located in Koramangala, Bangalore. Additionally, the institute also has various field centres, including the Centre for Research and Education in Science and Technology (CREST) at Hosakote, Bangalore, and the observing facilities at Gauribidanur, Hanle, Kavalur and Kodaikanal.

We invite applications to our Ph.D. programme and Integrated M.Tech-Ph.D (Tech.) Programme , from interested students, who expect to complete their M.Sc., Integrated M.Sc. or M.E./M.Tech. degrees by July 2021 and have qualified through JEST/GATE/JRF in NET-CSIR-UGC exam. The eligibility criteria for admission to our programs can be found here .

In addition to the intake under the IIA-PU programme, project JRF positions are open. Details can be found here.

The online application will remain open during 14thJune -- 13thJuly 2021

Notes:

  • The interview will be held online (by audio-visual /audio means)
  • In case of difficulty in holding the interview, candidates will be selected based on their academic record
  • In the worst case, the admission process is likely to be suspended
  • Updates will be posted on our website