The Ph.D. programme at Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) focuses on basic and applied aspects of advanced research in the field of nano and soft matter sciences. CeNS is affiliated to Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR).
Applications are invited from students for admission to the Ph.D. programme for the January 2025 Session as Junior Research Fellows (JRF) in the following areas of research.Areas of research
Energy & Environment |
Photodetectors, Photovoltaics |
Large-scale synthesis of nano materials at near-ambient conditions |
Acoustic and optical meta |
Soft materials/ Liquid crystals |
Synthesis, Composites |
Phase transitions in two dimensions |
Essential qualifications as given in the AcSIR website
- M.Sc./M.Tech. from a recognized University/Institute in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science/Nano Science and allied subjects with at least 60% aggregate marks for the general category and 55% for SC/ST candidates.
- The candidate should have qualified at least in one of the national level entrance tests, i.e., CSIR-UGC NET (JRF only) / GATE or JEST, or should be an INSPIRE fellow.
- Specialization in Condensed Matter Physics, Electronics, Materials Science, and Organic/Inorganic/Physical/General Chemistry at the Master’s degree level is desired.
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.
Fellowship and hostel facilities
Students will be provided a fellowship as per DST norms. Students can avail campus hostel facility.
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.
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.
Only online applications will be accepted for Ph.D. Programme.
Click on the following weblink to apply
The Last date for receipt of completed applications – 10-02-2025
Short-listed applicants will be called for an interview at CeNS during the first week of March, 2025.