The Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) program in sciences is a research-focused program that offers advanced training in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. It provides scholars with the freedom and support to explore fundamental scientific questions as well as practical, real-world problems through theoretical, experimental, computational, and applied research. The program strongly encourages interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches, allowing researchers to work across traditional academic boundaries. Scholars are supported in pursuing innovative and high-impact research across a broad range of scientific areas, including physical sciences, chemical sciences, and mathematical sciences, along with their connections to emerging fields such as materials science, data science, nanotechnology, and computational modeling. By fostering critical thinking, creativity, and strong methodological foundations, the program enables researchers to make meaningful and lasting contributions to the advancement of scientific knowledge.
Brief Overview
A New Era of Doctoral Research
Why Choose This Program
Designed for Discovery, Built for Impact
Our doctoral programs are designed to go beyond traditional research, offering a dynamic and interdisciplinary approach that prepares scholars for both academic and real-world impact. By combining rigorous research with innovation and collaboration, the program creates an environment where ideas evolve into meaningful contributions.
- A semester long Coursework with special focus on Research methodology and Academic Writing, that enable scholars to draft a concrete proposal by the end of their course work.
- Problem-driven research aligned with national priorities, including sustainability, healthcare, energy, water, and digital transformation, with a strong focus on real-world impact.
- Access to shared advanced research facilities and laboratories across departments to enable experimental, computational, and translational research.
- Opportunities for international collaboration, including joint research, visiting researcher programs, and co-authored publications with global institutions.
- Strong emphasis on innovation, intellectual property, and technology transfer, encouraging patent filing, product development, and commercialization.
- Publication-focused research culture, encouraging high-impact journal publications, conference presentations, and interdisciplinary dissemination
- Monthly fellowship of Rs 35,000 plus applicable benefits for full-time scholars.
- The Directed courses are designed and catered to each scholar, focusing on the specific areas in which each of them wants to conduct their research.
- Ph.D. awarded based on successful completion of coursework, qualifying examination, and original research work submitted and evaluated by competent authority
- Master’s degree with minimum required percentage
- Strong research aptitude
- Entrance exam + interview
- Strong research publications
- Startup / venture creation opportunity
- Industry collaboration exposure
| Sl No | Course Type | Course Name | Credits | |
| 1. | First semester courses | University Core | Research and Publication Ethics | 2 |
| 2. | Learning and Development | 1 | ||
| 3. | Academic Writing | 1 | ||
| 4. | Department Core | Research Methodology | 4 | |
| 5 | Department Elective | Directed Course | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 12 | |||
Areas of Research
Area of Research
- In department of Pure and Applied Mathematics, the thrust areas of research are:
- Pure and Applied Mathematics
- Dynamical Systems and Mathematical Modelling
- Probability, Statistics, and Reliability Theory
- Computational Mathematics and Scientific Computing
- Mathematical Foundations of Data Science and AI
- In department of Physics, the thrust areas of research are:
- Nanomaterials and Condensed Matter Physics
- Photonics, Optoelectronics, and Optical Systems
- Random Lasers, Persistent Luminescence Materials
- Advanced Multifunctional Coatings
- Energy Materials and Device-Oriented Research
- In the department of Chemistry, the thrust areas of research are
- Chemical Synthesis, Catalysis, and Green Chemistry
- Polymer Chemistry and Composite Materials
- Environmental and Water Chemistry
- Analytical, Forensic, and Applied Chemistry
- Chemical Biology and Phytochemistry
FACULTY
STUDENT
