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

Ans. The Ph.D. Physics program offers research opportunities in diverse areas including (1) Theoretical and Experimental Condensed Matter Physics covering solid state physics and materials properties, (2) Accelerator Physics utilizing the 3 MV pelletron accelerator facility for ion beam research, (3) Materials Science focusing on synthesis and characterization of advanced materials, (4) Photonics for optical and photonic applications, and (5) Astrophysics for cosmological and astronomical studies. Students can choose their specialization based on their interests and supervisor availability.

Ans. The Physics Department has state-of-the-art research facilities including a 3 MV high current pelletron accelerator with ion beam based experimental facilities such as ion implantation, ion irradiation, Rutherford backscattering spectrometry (RBS), Proton induced x-ray emission (PIXE), and Elastic recoil detection analysis (ERDA). Additional facilities include X-ray diffractometer, Raman spectrometer, Dielectric spectroscopy measurement setup, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, Atomic Force Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy, thermal evaporation chamber, and high temperature furnaces.

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as research scientists in government and private research institutions, faculty positions in universities and colleges, scientists in materials science and nanotechnology companies, and positions in organizations like CSIR, ISRO, and research councils. Many graduates work in areas like condensed matter physics, materials characterization, accelerator physics, and photonics. Others establish their own research ventures or work in interdisciplinary fields combining physics with materials science and engineering.

Ans. The Physics Department has an excellent placement record with 65 students placed in various Government/private sectors and abroad as postdocs in the last five years. Additionally, 232 students have joined national institutes for higher studies. The department has also produced 30 students who qualified national level exams such as NET, GATE, JEST, and SET in the last five years, demonstrating strong academic excellence.

Ans. Yes, the Physics Department has bagged 30 major/minor research projects from national funding agencies such as DST, UGC, ISRO, IUAC, and DAE-CSR in the last five years. Faculty members have published around 250 publications in international journals, facilitating global academic connections. Ph.D. students have opportunities to participate in collaborative research projects and international conferences, providing exposure to global research standards.

Ans. The application fee is Rs. 1500 for General/OBC/EWS category candidates and Rs. 750 for SC/ST/PWD category candidates. The fee must be paid online through the official admission portal. This fee is non-refundable and is separate from the admission fee charged after selection. Selected candidates must submit the prescribed admission fees and complete document verification on or before February 10, 2027.