The UGC-DAE Consortium for Scientific Research (CSR) has opened the PhD Admission 2026 application process. Eligible candidates can register via the official portal at https://inhousejrf.csr.res.in/ until 15 June 2026. This cycle offers research placements across the Indore, Mumbai, and Kalpakkam centers.
UGC-DAE CSR PhD Admission 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Board/University | UGC-DAE CSR |
| Notification Title | PhD Admission 2026 |
| Category | Education Notifications |
| Website | https://inhousejrf.csr.res.in/ |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 25 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 15 June 2026 (17:00 Hrs) |
| Online Interview (Tentative) | June / July 2026 |
Vacancies and Research Areas
- Indore Centre (20 vacancies): Properties of materials at low temperatures & high magnetic fields, thin films/multilayers, microscopy, spectroscopic studies, theoretical condensed matter physics, single crystals, non-linear optics, etc.
- Mumbai Centre (02 vacancies): Physics of quantum magnets, multiferroics, topological materials, rare-earth intermetallics, strongly-correlated electron systems.
- Kalpakkam Centre (06 vacancies): Nanostructured materials, magnetism in carbon-based materials, wide band gap materials, energy materials, flexible functional thin films.
Eligibility Criteria
For Indore, Mumbai & Kalpakkam Centres:
- M.Sc. degree in Physics (2023 or after) with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for reserved & women candidates).
- Must have qualified for any one of the following:
- Valid CSIR-UGC NET (Category 1, 2 & 3)
- JEST 2026 (Rank within top 300)
- DST-Inspire Fellowship (Ph.D.)
- GATE (Physics)
Final JRF offer for DST-Inspire candidates is subject to clearance of Level-II evaluation.
Application Fee
The official advertisement does not specify any application fee.
How to Apply
- Click the official apply link below and complete the online application before 15 June 2026 (17:00 Hrs).
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- Screening of applications
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates (tentative June/July 2026)
Selected candidates will be registered for Ph.D. with:
- Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya (DAVV), Indore (for Indore Centre)
- Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) (for Mumbai Centre)
- University of Madras (for Kalpakkam Centre)
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notice/PDF | Download Official Notice |
| Official Website | Visit Application Portal |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How can I apply for this course?
Ans. Just click the official portal link provided above and submit your online form.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Ans. Make sure to complete your application by 15 June 2026.
Q3. What are the eligibility criteria for UGC-DAE CSR PhD 2026?
Ans. You need an M.Sc. in Physics with at least 60% marks and a valid score in exams like CSIR-UGC NET, JEST, GATE, or DST-Inspire.
Q4. Is there an application fee for UGC-DAE CSR PhD Admission 2026?
Ans. The official notice doesn’t mention an application fee, so you can likely apply without any cost.
Q5. When will the online interview take place?
Ans. The online interviews are tentatively set for June or July 2026.
Q6. How many vacancies are available at each center?
Ans. You’ll find 20 seats at the Indore center, 2 at Mumbai, and 6 at Kalpakkam.
Q7. Which universities will register the selected Ph.D. candidates?
Ans. If selected, you’ll be registered with DAVV Indore, SPPU Pune, or the University of Madras, depending on your center.
