Program Overview
Open to students with a strong master’s level background in Physics. Exceptional students with a B.Tech/BE degree are also eligible. During the first year, students complete mandatory courses and must clear a comprehensive examination.
Selection Process
Admission is through a written test and interview conducted by the department. Applicants must have qualified in at least one of GATE/JEST/NET. When vacancies are limited, a list of faculty with open positions is shared with selected students. On joining, students choose guides from this list.
Structure of the Program
Students with a Master’s degree: minimum of 2 core courses and 2 electives. Students entering directly after BE/B.Tech: minimum of 10 courses (2 core, 2 thesis related special topics, and 6 electives). In all cases, a comprehensive viva is conducted at the end of the first year.
| S No. | Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PH7080 | Foundations in Theoretical Physics | 12 |
| 2 | PH7090 | Foundations in Experimental Physics | 12 |
| 3 | - | Elective I | - |
| 4 | - | Elective II | - |
| S No. | Course No. | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PH6999 | Foundations in Theoretical Physics | 4 |
| 2 | PH7999 | Foundations in Experimental Physics | 4 |
| 3 | - | Elective I | - |
| 4 | - | Elective II | - |
| 5 | - | Elective III | - |
| 6 | - | Elective IV | - |