IISER Berhampur Integrated PhD Physical Sciences Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
One-time Fees (First Semester)	INR 11,500
Tuition Fee (14 Semesters)	INR 6,21,600
User Charges (14 Semesters)	INR 2,47,800
Total Fees (General Category, 7 Years)	INR 8,80,900

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

SC, ST, and PwD scholars are exempt from the INR 44,400 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 Integrated PhD Physical Sciences Admission 2026

Event	Date
IIT JAM 2026 Exam	February 15, 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Result	March 20, 2026
IISER iPhD Application Window Closes	April 21, 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026

JGEEBILS scores from the relevant cycle are also accepted as a qualifying credential.

Final selection is based on the qualifying exam score and performance in the IISER interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Applied Physics, or a closely related science discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum 60% aggregate marks or CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale, with 5% relaxation for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.

Valid score in IIT JAM (Physics) or JGEEBILS in the relevant subject at the time of the IISER interview.

Admission Process

Appear in IIT JAM (Physics) and obtain a valid score during the February examination cycle.

Apply online at iiserbpr.ac.in during the advertised iPhD application window (April-May each year) with JAM score and academic documents.

Shortlisted candidates are invited to IISER Berhampur for a written test and a research aptitude interview.

Final selection is based on the JAM rank, academic record, and interview performance.

Provisional admission is offered subject to completing the qualifying degree before commencement.

Admitted students complete document verification and enrolment formalities before the August start date.

✓ Opt for this if

You hold a strong IIT JAM score in Physics and want to pursue research from the bachelor’s level.
You want a seven-year funded programme covering both M.Sc and PhD in a single admission.
An IISER research environment aligns with your long-term academic career goals.
You prefer close mentorship in a small-cohort setting rather than a large university.
Your aim is a career in physics research, space science, or national research laboratories.

✗ Skip if

You expect industry placement or campus recruitment support at the end of the programme.
You prefer a PhD institution in a metro city with wider professional networking opportunities.
You are not willing to commit to a seven-year integrated research programme without an exit option.

IISER Berhampur Integrated PhD Physical Sciences Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
Institute M.Sc Fellowship (Years 1-2)	INR 12,400 per month	All admitted iPhD students in the M.Sc phase
Institute PhD Fellowship (Years 3-7)	INR 31,000 per month	iPhD students who progress to the PhD phase

Fellowship begins from the day of joining and continues through both phases of the programme.

SC, ST, and PwD scholars are exempt from the tuition fee of INR 44,400 per semester.

Caution Money of INR 5,000 is refundable upon successful completion of the programme.

IISER Berhampur Integrated PhD Physical Sciences FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for the Integrated M.Sc plus PhD in Physical Sciences at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The total programme fees for the Integrated M.Sc plus Ph.D. in Physical Sciences at IISER Berhampur are INR 8,80,900 for General category scholars over seven years. This covers INR 11,500 in one-time charges, INR 6,21,600 in cumulative tuition fees, and INR 2,47,800 in user charges across 14 semesters. SC, ST, and PwD scholars are exempt from the INR 44,400 tuition fee per semester.

Ques. What fellowship does IISER Berhampur provide to Integrated PhD Physical Sciences students?

Ans. IISER Berhampur provides an institute fellowship of INR 12,400 per month during the first two years (M.Sc phase) and INR 31,000 per month from year three onwards when students transition to the PhD phase. The fellowship continues for up to seven years and is subject to satisfactory annual academic progress reviews conducted by the School of Physical Sciences.

Ques. Which qualifying exam is required for Integrated PhD Physical Sciences at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The primary qualifying exam for the Integrated M.Sc plus PhD at IISER Berhampur is IIT JAM (Physics), held in February each year. JGEEBILS scores in the relevant discipline are also accepted. Candidates must apply online at iiserbpr.ac.in after the JAM result is declared and appear in an IISER-level written test and interview for final selection.

Ques. What is the difference between the Integrated PhD and a standalone PhD at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The Integrated PhD is a seven-year programme that admits students at the bachelor’s level and includes a two-year M.Sc before transitioning to a five-year PhD, whereas the standalone PhD admits students who already hold an M.Sc degree. Both programmes lead to the same PhD degree and provide institute fellowships, but the Integrated PhD requires a JAM score while the standalone PhD requires CSIR-NET, GATE, or JEST. Fees differ accordingly.

Ques. What research areas are available in the Physical Sciences iPhD at IISER Berhampur?

Ans. The School of Physical Sciences at IISER Berhampur offers research in condensed matter physics, quantum optics, photonics, nonlinear dynamics, astrophysics, and soft matter physics. Research opportunities in a given cycle depend on faculty vacancies and funded project availability. Prospective students should review faculty profiles on the official IISER Berhampur website and express interest in specific research groups before applying.

Ques. When does the Integrated PhD Physical Sciences batch begin at IISER Berhampur in 2026?

Ans. The August 2026 batch of the Integrated M.Sc plus PhD at IISER Berhampur commences in August 2026. The application window for this intake closed on April 21, 2026, following the IIT JAM 2026 result declared in March 2026. The next admission cycle will open after the IIT JAM 2027 result is declared, expected around March 2027, and applications will open in April 2027.

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