TIFR Ph.D Biology: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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TIFR Ph.D Biology is offered as 5 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for Ph.D is Post Graduation with GATE/NET/JEST+PI. The total fees for TIFR Ph.D Biology in 2025 is ₹ 3.24 Lakhs for the complete course duration, which includes total tuition fees of ₹ 20,000. Earlier, the fees in 2020 - 2021 for Ph.D Biology was ₹ 17,000.

TIFR Ph.D Biology fees in first year is ₹ 64,000. The detailed fees is mentioned below.
  • The first year tuition fees is ₹ 4,000.
  • Other Miscellaneous fees is ₹ 60,000.

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TIFR Ph.D Biology Fees 2025

Fees (2025 - 2026) Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR) Year 3 (in INR) Year 4 (in INR) Year 5 (in INR)
Tuition Fees ₹4000 ₹4000 ₹4000 ₹4000 ₹4000
Thesis Submission - - - - ₹4000
Yearly Fees ₹64000 ₹64000 ₹64000 ₹64000 ₹68000

* Fees is refundable

TIFR Ph.D Biology Previous Fees

Fees Year 1 (in INR) Year 2 (in INR) Year 3 (in INR)
Tuition Fees ₹4000 ₹4000 ₹4000
Registration Fees ₹1000 - -
Other Fee - - ₹4000
Yearly Fees ₹5000 ₹4000 ₹8000

* Fees is refundable

TIFR Ph.D Biology Admission 2025

The minimum eligibility for admission to Ph.D Biology at TIFR is Post Graduation with GATE/NET/JEST+PI.

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Application Date:Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025
Course HighlightsDetails
duration5 Years (Full Time)
course levelDoctorate (Degree)
mode of studyOn Campus
total fees₹ 3.24 Lakhs
eligibilityPost Graduation with GATE/NET/JEST+PI

TIFR Latest Updates and News

03 Oct, 2025 TIFR GS has opened applications for its Graduate Studies programs (M.Sc, PhD, and MSc+PhD) for the 2026 session. The last date to apply is Oct 26. Further, the entrance examination will be held on Dec 14, 2025. Check details here.

TIFR Ph.D Biology Fees

Quota:
Fee TypeTotal Amount (INR)
tuition fee₹20,000
total fee₹3.24 Lakhs
* Fees is refundable

Fee Structure As Per Official Website:

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Important Dates for Ph.D Biology at TIFR

Important Events

EventsDates
Entrance Examination Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Dec 14, 2025
Upcoming
TIFR GS 2026 Exam
Dec 14, 2025
Upcoming
UGC NET Dec 2025 Exam Date
Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 07, 2026
TIFR GS 2026 Result
Feb 17, 2026
Tentative
Programme Commencement Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Aug 01, 2026
Program Start Date 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Aug 01, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
TIFR GS 2026 Registration
Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Choice of Test Center/Registration Completion for Admission 2025 [Ph.D] (Science)
Oct 19, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Application Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
Entrance Examination Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Dec 14, 2025
Upcoming
Program Start Date 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Aug 01, 2026
Programme Commencement Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Aug 01, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Choice of Test Center/Registration Completion for Admission 2025 [Ph.D] (Science)
Oct 19, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
Application Date for Session 2026 [Ph.D] (Science)
Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 16, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
TIFR GS 2026 Exam
Dec 14, 2025
Upcoming
TIFR GS 2026 Result
Feb 17, 2026
Tentative

Expired Events

EventsDates
TIFR GS 2026 Registration
Sep 27, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
UGC NET Dec 2025 Exam Date
Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 07, 2026
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After completing an M.B.B.S. degree, the individual aimed to pursue a doctorate in biology and successfully ranked among the top 1.5% in the TIFR GS exam, leading to selection through an interview process. The program is supported by a highly qualified faculty who guide students in developing their critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills through various lab activities.

Funded by the Government of India, the institute charges a minimal annual fee of 4,000 INR for enrolled students and provides substantial accommodation support. The Ph.D. program is renowned for its excellent placement opportunities, enabling graduates to secure high-profile positions in laboratories and research stations worldwide.

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