PhD Admission 2025-26 – Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), Kolkata

About the Program / Admission

The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS), a Deemed-to-be University under the “de novo” category, invites applications for regular full-time PhD admission for the Autumn Semester 2025. Located in Jadavpur, Kolkata, IACS is a premier research institute in India with globally recognized contributions to fundamental sciences.

This admission call spans across six interdisciplinary Schools, offering opportunities to pursue advanced doctoral research in cutting-edge areas of physics, chemistry, biology, materials science, mathematics, and computer science.

Program Details

Program: PhD (Autumn 2025 intake)
Admission Type: Regular Full-Time
Institution: Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS)
Location: Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032, India
Start Date: August 2025
Duration: Typically 5 years
Funding: Fellowship as per CSIR/UGC/INSPIRE/DBT/ICMR/Other Govt. norms
Working Hours: Full-time

Department / Research Areas

School of Applied & Interdisciplinary Sciences (SAIS)
- Light harvesting nanomaterials
- OLED applications and conjugated chromophores
- Organic synthesis and electrocatalysis
- Device physics and flexible electronics
School of Biological Sciences (SBS)
- Peptide biomaterials for healthcare
- Label-free nanoscale cancer diagnostics
- Host-pathogen interactions and bioactive molecule synthesis
School of Chemical Sciences (SCS)
- Spectroscopy, supramolecular catalysis
- Computational chemistry, AI/ML modeling
- Synthetic organic/inorganic chemistry
- Bioinspired catalysis and natural product synthesis
School of Material Sciences (SMS)
- Hydrogen generation via 2D materials
- Quantum magnetism and battery technologies
School of Mathematical & Computational Sciences (SMCS)
- Statistical mechanics and active matter
- Generative AI, large language models
- Explainable AI and formal verification
School of Physical Sciences (SPS)
- Experimental condensed matter physics
- Topological materials, spintronics
- Astro-particle physics and quantum devices

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree with ≥ 55% marks (50% for reserved categories)
Must satisfy UGC PhD eligibility norms
Valid national fellowship (CSIR/UGC-NET-JRF, GATE, DBT, ICMR, INSPIRE, etc.)
Age Limit: Below 28 years (relaxation as per Govt. norms)
Citizenship: Only Indian citizens are eligible

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant research experience
Familiarity with lab instrumentation, programming (for comp-sci tracks), or theoretical tools
Strong academic record

Key Features of the Program

Interdisciplinary and collaborative research culture
Advanced lab and computing infrastructure
Highly experienced faculty mentors
Travel and conference grants
Monthly fellowship as per agency guidelines
Full academic and administrative support

Application Process

How to Apply:

Submit your application online at: http://phdapplicationiacs.iacs.res.in
You may apply to a maximum of two Schools
For queries: Email phdcell_iacs@iacs.res.in or call +91-33-24734971 (Ext. 2215)

Application Fee:

₹1200 (General category)
₹600 (SC/ST category)
Pay via NEFT to:
- A/C Name: Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science University
- A/C No.: 37739525415
- Bank: SBI, Jadavpur University Branch
- IFSC Code: SBIN0000093