Pune ; The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Pune has opened applications for its PhD programmes for the January 2027 admission round. The institute has invited prospective doctoral candidates to consult its official admissions page for department-wise information on eligibility requirements, application deadlines and other admission details.
The admissions round covers several disciplines, including Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Climate Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Mathematics, Physics and Science Education. Candidates should review the requirements of their chosen department before applying, as eligibility criteria and deadlines differ across programmes.
IISER Pune PhD Admissions 2027: Departments and Research Areas
IISER Pune’s doctoral programmes offer opportunities to pursue research across scientific and interdisciplinary fields. The January 2027 listings include areas such as:
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Biology: Ecology and evolution, molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, plant biology, and theoretical and computational biology.
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Chemistry: Doctoral research in chemistry and related scientific fields.
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Earth and Climate Science: Climate science, geology and geophysics.
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Humanities and Social Sciences: Research areas include political thought, gender discourse, history of architecture, art history and archaeology.
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Science Education: Research into curriculum design, pedagogy, and the cognitive and sociocultural dimensions of learning.
Applicants should check the department-wise admissions page to confirm which faculty members are accepting doctoral candidates in this round and whether their intended research interests match the available opportunities.
IISER Pune PhD Admission 2027: Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility requirements vary by department. The institute’s general PhD information identifies a relevant master’s degree or, for eligible candidates, a four-year bachelor’s degree as possible qualifying routes, with academic marks and national-level examination requirements depending on the discipline.
Some departments specify minimum aggregate marks, qualifying examinations such as CSIR-UGC NET or GATE, valid fellowship requirements, or additional selection criteria. Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee shortlisting or admission.
Candidates should therefore read the criteria listed for their specific department rather than relying solely on the institute-wide overview.
Application Deadlines and Selection Process
The January 2027 admissions page lists different application deadlines for different departments. For example, the Biology PhD application deadline is October 18, 2026, at 5 PM IST, while the Chemistry and Earth and Climate Science listings specify October 21, 2026, at 5 PM. The Humanities and Social Sciences listing specifies October 23, 2026, at 5 PM. Science Education lists an application deadline of October 25, 2026. Applicants must verify the latest department-specific schedule before submitting their forms.
Selection procedures may include application screening, written assessments where applicable, and interviews for shortlisted candidates. Some departments may also assess research proposals or written responses as part of shortlisting.
How to Apply for IISER Pune PhD Admissions
Interested candidates can follow these steps:
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Visit the official IISER Pune PhD admissions page.
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Select the department relevant to their academic background and research interests.
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Read the department-specific eligibility criteria, available research areas and application deadline.
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Prepare the required documents and responses before beginning the application.
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Submit the online application through the relevant departmental link before the stated deadline.
Official admissions page: https://www.iiserpune.ac.in/education/admissions/phd-programme
Prospective applicants are advised to check the official website regularly for changes to deadlines, application links, interview schedules and other admission-related instructions.
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