Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics at IIIT Naya Raipur is a research-focused postgraduate program designed to prepare scholars for becoming global academic and research leaders in physical sciences. The program has a minimum duration of 3 years and focuses on advanced research in experimental and theoretical physics, materials science, and computational physics. Admission is available for full-time Institute Scholar scheme with monthly research assistantship. The program is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is popular among students seeking advanced research opportunities in cutting-edge physics research.

Admission for Spring Semester 2026 is currently ongoing. The application submission deadline is December 15, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be announced on December 19, 2025, followed by written test and interview on January 5, 2026. Results will be declared on January 9, 2026, with reporting to the institute on January 19, 2026.

Key Points:

Full-time Institute Scholar scheme with monthly research assistantship of Rs. 37,000 as per MHRD guidelines
Opportunity to present research papers at reputed national and international conferences with financial support
Access to advanced experimental and computational physics laboratories
Mentorship from experienced faculty members engaged in cutting-edge physics research
Flexible research areas aligned with current industry and academic trends in physics
Strong emphasis on publication and research contribution in peer-reviewed journals

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IIIT Naya Raipur Ph.D. Physics Fees

The Ph.D. program at IIIT Naya Raipur has a total fee of Rs. 2,40,550 for the entire program duration. For full-time Institute Scholars, the monthly research assistantship of Rs. 37,000 significantly offsets the program costs. The fee structure is designed to support research-focused students while maintaining high-quality research infrastructure and mentorship in physics.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Registration Fee (One-time)	1,000
Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	5,000
One-Time Fees	5,550
Annual Academic Fee	75,000
Annual Other Fees	54,000
Total Fees (Program Duration)	2,40,550

Caution money is fully refundable at the end of the program.
Full-time Institute Scholars receive monthly research assistantship of Rs. 37,000 as per MHRD guidelines.
The fees mentioned are for the 2025-2026 academic year and may be subject to change.
Payment is required at the time of admission and subsequently as per the institute schedule.

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IIIT Naya Raipur Ph.D. Physics Admission 2026

IIIT Naya Raipur offers Ph.D. admission through a merit-based selection process. The admission process includes online application, shortlisting based on academic credentials, written test, and interview. The institute follows a transparent and rigorous selection process to ensure admission of highly motivated research scholars. Institute Scholar category admissions are available in Physics for Spring 2026.

Admission Timeline and Key Dates

Event	Date
Application Submission Start	November 12, 2025
Application Submission Deadline	December 15, 2025
Shortlisted Candidates Announcement	December 19, 2025
Written Test and Interview	January 5, 2026
Results Declaration	January 9, 2026
Reporting to Institute	January 19, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree in Physics or related discipline with consistently good academic record (minimum 55% or equivalent CGPA)
Bachelor's degree in Physics or related discipline with consistently good academic record (minimum 60% or equivalent CGPA)
Valid UGC NET/GATE score or successful performance in institute entrance examination
Indian nationals and foreign nationals both eligible

Admission Process

Online application submission through institute portal
Shortlisting based on academic credentials and entrance exam scores
Written test and interview evaluation
Merit-based selection and offer of admission
Medical fitness certificate and document verification
Registration and orientation at the institute

IIIT Naya Raipur Ph.D. Physics Scholarships 2026

IIIT Naya Raipur provides comprehensive financial support to Ph.D. scholars through research assistantship and conference support. All full-time Institute Scholars receive monthly research assistantship, and the institute offers additional financial assistance for research dissemination and conference participation.

Available Scholarships and Support

Scholarship/Support	Amount	Details
Institute Research Assistantship	Rs. 37,000/month	Provided to full-time Institute Scholars as per MHRD guidelines
Conference Support	Variable	Financial assistance for presenting research at national and international conferences
Research Facilities	Complimentary	Access to experimental and computational physics laboratories
Publication Support	Variable	Support for research publication in reputed journals

The Institute Research Assistantship is provided to full-time scholars under the regular Institute Scholar scheme.
Conference support and publication assistance are provided as per institute norms and research contribution.
Additional scholarships may be available for meritorious candidates from reserved categories.

IIIT Naya Raipur Ph.D. Physics FAQs

Ques. What research areas are available in Ph.D. Physics at IIIT Naya Raipur?

Ans. The Ph.D. program in Physics covers diverse research areas including Experimental Physics, Theoretical Physics, Materials Science, Computational Physics, and other emerging areas. Specific research areas are aligned with faculty expertise and current academic trends.

Ques. Is UGC NET or GATE score mandatory for Ph.D. Physics admission?

Ans. While UGC NET or GATE score is preferred, candidates without these scores can appear for the institute entrance examination (written test and interview). Merit-based selection is done considering academic credentials and entrance exam performance.

Ques. What is the monthly research assistantship for Ph.D. Physics scholars?

Ans. Full-time Institute Scholars receive a monthly research assistantship of Rs. 37,000 as per MHRD guidelines. This assistantship is provided throughout the program duration for full-time scholars.

Ques. What laboratory facilities are available for physics research?

Ans. The institute provides access to advanced experimental and computational physics laboratories equipped with modern equipment for research in various areas of physics.

Ques. What is the minimum duration of the Ph.D. Physics program?

Ans. The minimum duration of the Ph.D. program is 3 years for full-time scholars. However, the actual duration may vary depending on the research progress and thesis completion. The maximum duration is typically 6 years.

Ques. What support is provided for research publication and conference participation?

Ans. The institute provides financial assistance for presenting research papers at reputed national and international conferences. Additionally, support is available for publication in peer-reviewed journals as per institute norms and research contribution guidelines.