HRI Prayagraj Winter PhD Physics 2026 applications close on 31 October 2026. Open for CSIR-UGC JRF qualified candidates (rank up to 400). Interviews online on 30 November and 1 December. Apply on hri.res.in.
Harish-Chandra Research Institute (HRI) is a premier research institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. It focuses on theoretical physics and mathematics in Prayagraj.
This winter PhD programme is for candidates who already hold a CSIR-UGC Junior Research Fellowship in Physics.
Nature of the role
Full-time PhD in Physics. Research areas include high-energy physics, condensed matter, astrophysics, quantum information, and related fields.
Who applies / who skips
Qualified CSIR-UGC NET in Physics in December 2025 or June 2026 and eligible for JRF.
JRF rank up to 400.
At least 60% aggregate in Master’s or 75% in a four-year BS programme.
Who should skip
Candidates without a valid CSIR-UGC JRF in Physics.
Those with rank above 400.
Anyone looking for an experimental or applied physics PhD only (check research groups).
Dates and fee
Item
Detail
Last date
31 October 2026
Interviews
30 November and 1 December 2026 (online)
Queries
physjest@hri.res.in
Available positions
PhD Physics — CSIR-UGC JRF fellowship [Not fixed]
Eligibility
CSIR-UGC NET JRF Physics (Dec 2025 or June 2026), rank up to 400.
60% Master’s or 75% four-year BS.
Selection stages
Online application by 31 October 2026.
Shortlisting based on rank and marks.
Online interviews on 30 November and 1 December 2026.
Offer of admission with CSIR-UGC fellowship rules.
How to apply
Visit the HRI Winter PhD Physics page.
Complete the online application form.
Submit before 31 October 2026.
Shortlisted candidates receive email for the interview.
FAQs
What is the last date? 31 October 2026.
Who can apply? CSIR-UGC JRF qualified in Physics with rank up to 400.
When are interviews? 30 November and 1 December 2026, online.
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