Ph.D. Programme
The Ph.D. programme at CeNS focuses on basic and applied aspects of advanced research in the field of nano and soft matter sciences. The students who enroll for the programme at CeNS register with Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR)for their Ph.D. degree.
Admissions
Applications are invited from students for admission to the Ph.D. programme for Jan-2024 Session as Junior Research Fellows (JRF) in the following areas of research.Areas of research
Energy & Environment |
Photovoltaics, photodetectors |
Nanomaterials |
Large-scale synthesis at near-ambient conditions |
Metamaterials |
Acoustic and optical meta |
Soft materials/ Liquid crystals |
Synthesis, Composites |
Surfaces/Interfaces |
Phase transitions in two dimensions |
Essential qualifications as given in the AcSIR website
https://acsir.res.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ph.D-Science-programme.pdf
(Additionally, the candidate with GATE or JEST may apply for equivalent Institutional fellowship.)
Selection procedure
Candidates will be short-listed for an interview based on their performance in the national entrance test(s) and academic performance. The final selection is based on the performance in the interview.
Note: Interviews will be held in person only.
Travel grants
Students are encouraged to participate in national and international workshops, expos, symposia and conferences. Centre provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 1,50,000/- during the five-year duration of the Ph.D. programme.
Medical Facility
A clinic with basic facilities and a medical practitioner is available for the students on the campus. For any special medical needs, students are referred to nearby /empanelled hospitals.
AcSIR Application Link
While filing the application form against preference, select DST-The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru
Important dates (as per AcSIR):
Ph.D. (Sciences) |
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17-09-2023 |
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03-10-2023 to |
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08-10-2023 |
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10-11-2023 |
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20-11-2023 |