UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research — Department of Atomic Energy
| Application Start | 25 May 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Interview Date | 01 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | PhD Research Scholar |
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| Total Vacancies | 28 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. in Physics (2023 or later) with 60% marks + Valid NET/JEST/GATE/DST-Inspire |
| Salary | As per DST/UGC norms for JRF/SRF |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned |
| Selection Process | Application screening followed by an online interview |
The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (UGC-DAE CSR) has officially opened the application portal for its prestigious PhD programme for the 2026-27 academic session. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates specializing in Physics and interdisciplinary sciences to pursue doctoral research at premier national centres equipped with advanced research facilities like synchrotron sources and neutron scattering setups.
| Particular | Details |
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| Programme | PhD (2026-27) |
| Organization | UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 2026-05-25 |
| Last Date | 2026-06-15 (17:00 Hrs) |
The programme offers a total of 28 seats across three major research centres:
To be eligible for this programme, candidates must possess a M.Sc. degree in Physics (obtained in 2023 or later) with at least 60% marks (55% for reserved and women candidates). Additionally, candidates must have qualified for one of the following national-level examinations:
The selection is merit-based and follows a two-stage process: 1) Screening of online applications based on qualifications and national exam scores. 2) Online interviews for shortlisted candidates, tentatively scheduled for June/July 2026. Successful candidates will be registered for their PhD at either DAVV (Indore), SPPU (Pune), or University of Madras (Chennai), depending on their assigned centre.
Securing a government position under UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research requires a disciplined and strategic approach. Candidates with M.Sc. in Physics (2023 or later) with 60% marks + Valid NET/JEST/GATE/DST-Inspire qualifications should focus on the following:
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The educational qualification required for this recruitment is: M.Sc. in Physics (2023 or later) with 60% marks + Valid NET/JEST/GATE/DST-Inspire. Please always refer to the official notification PDF linked in the "Source/Official Links" section above for the most accurate and complete eligibility criteria, including age limits, experience requirements, and category-specific relaxations.
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