PhD Admissions in Physical Sciences at Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, India
About the Program
The Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, invites applications for its Ph.D. program in Physical Sciences under the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) for the August 2025 academic session. IITM is a premier autonomous research institute under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India. This doctoral program is ideal for students interested in cutting-edge research on weather, climate change, atmospheric science, and related fields. Scholars will benefit from mentorship by leading scientists, access to advanced computational and observational facilities, and opportunities for collaboration at national and international levels.
Program Details
- Position: Fully-funded PhD Position (with valid national fellowship)
- Institution: Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)
- Department/Faculty: Physical Sciences (AcSIR Affiliation)
- Supervisor: Assigned upon admission based on research interests
- Location: Pune, India
- Start Date (Anticipated): August 2025
- Duration: 5 years (maximum)
- Funding: Candidates must have a valid national fellowship (e.g., CSIR, UGC, DST, DBT, INSPIRE). Candidates with provisional fellowships can apply but will be on a self-sponsored basis if the fellowship is not approved.
- Working Hours: Full-time research engagement as per AcSIR norms
Research Focus
- Weather and Climate Modelling
- Monsoon Dynamics
- Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics
- Ocean-Atmosphere Interaction
- Climate Change and Variability
- Air Pollution and Environmental Studies
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) in Physical Sciences (Physics, Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Oceanography, Geophysics with Meteorology, Climate Science, Environmental Sciences, Electronics or related fields), Chemical Sciences (Chemistry, Physical/Inorganic/Organic Chemistry), Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics), or any branch of Engineering
- Valid national-level fellowship (CSIR, UGC, DBT, DST, INSPIRE, RGNF, etc.)
- Minimum 55% marks (UR/EWS) or 50% marks (OBC/SC/ST/PwD/Third gender)
- Studied Physics or Mathematics at the bachelor’s level
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated research experience
- Strong academic performance
- Familiarity with atmospheric modeling tools or programming languages (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB)
Key Features of the Program
- Structured academic coursework via AcSIR
- Interdisciplinary and international research collaborations
- Access to high-performance computing and observational facilities
- Travel and conference funding (as per fellowship norms)
- Research conducted at one of India’s top institutions for atmospheric sciences
Application Process
How to Apply:
- Submit an online application via the AcSIR admission portal
Required Documents:
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Fellowship award letter (if available)
- Statement of purpose
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Recommendation letters (as requested during the process)
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Already Open
- Deadline (Extended): 15th May 2025
- Interviews (if applicable): To be announced
Where to Apply
- University Website: https://www.tropmet.res.in
- Post link: Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology
- Application Portal: https://acsir.emli.in/ACSIRAdmissionPortal/online-admission/portal/acsir-online-adm-portal/index.php#/
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