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NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification Out - Application Closed
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Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India has released the NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification admission notice. Applications are open from 01 October 2026 to 01 November 2026. Apply only through the official website (niser.ac.in).
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Notice details
| Name of post | NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification Out - Application Closed |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India |
| Job location | All India |
| Last date to apply | 01 November 2026 |
| Posted on | 02 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 02 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Admission NotificationSeptember 2026
- Online Application Started01 October 2026
- Last date to apply01 November 2026
- Shortlisted Candidates List10 November 2026
- Chemical Sciences Test/Interview20 November 2026
- Humanities and Social Sciences Test/Interview27 November 2026
- Computer Sciences Test/Interview02 December 2026
- Earth and Planetary Sciences Test/Interview02 December 2026
- Physical Sciences Test/Interview02 December 2026
- Biological Sciences Test/Interview15 December 2026
- First Semester Registration01 January 2027
- Classes Commence04 January 2027
NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Schools
| School | Research Discipline |
|---|---|
| School of Biological Sciences | Biology, Life Sciences and Interdisciplinary Biological Research |
| School of Chemical Sciences | Chemistry and Related Interdisciplinary Research |
| School of Computer Sciences | Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms and Computing |
| School of Earth and Planetary Sciences | Earth Sciences, Planetary Sciences, Geophysics and Related Fields |
| School of Humanities and Social Sciences | Philosophy and Sociology-Related Research |
| School of Physical Sciences | Physics and Related Research Fields |
NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Test and Interview Schedule
| School | Tentative Test/Interview Dates |
|---|---|
| Chemical Sciences | 19-20 November 2026 |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | 26-27 November 2026 |
| Computer Sciences | 1-2 December 2026 |
| Earth and Planetary Sciences | 1-2 December 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 1-2 December 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 14-15 December 2026 |
Important Instructions
- The Winter 2026-27 Ph.D. application period ended on 1 November 2026.
- The announced shortlist is expected by 10 November 2026.
- The admission process covers six schools.
- Minimum marks and accepted qualifications vary by school.
- A valid, accepted national-level examination qualification is required.
- Meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee shortlisting.
- Interviews may be supplemented by a written test.
- School-wise interview dates are tentative.
- Eligible scholars may receive a JRF or SRF according to applicable funding rules.
- Candidates must monitor their email and NISER announcements for call letters.
- Academic registration is scheduled for 1 January 2027.
More Details
- NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Important Dates
- How to Apply for NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27?
How to Check NISER Ph.D Shortlist 2026?
- Visit niser.ac.in.
- Open the Ph.D. Programme Winter 2026 admission announcement.
- Check the academic notices or school-wise admission updates.
- Find the shortlisted candidates notification for the relevant school.
- Open the published list or candidate instructions.
- Check the application details, where listed.
- Read the interview date, venue and document requirements.
- Follow the instructions in the school-issued call letter.
- Visit the official NISER website at niser.ac.in.
- Open the Ph.D. Programme Winter 2026 admission announcement.
- Read the admission notification and school-wise eligibility criteria.
- Access the online Ph.D. application facility during the registration period.
- Complete the required personal, academic and contact details.
- Select the school to which the candidate intends to apply.
- Provide details of the accepted national-level examination qualification.
- Upload the photograph, signature and academic supporting documents.
- Review the completed application.
- Submit the form and preserve the acknowledgement or application record.
- The online application period was from 1 October to 1 November 2026. The following instructions describe the announced process for candidates who applied and for reference purposes.
Important Links
| Official Website (niser.ac.in) | Click Here niser.ac.in |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here niser.ac.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Institute Name | National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER) |
| Location | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Administrative Department | Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India |
| Programme | Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) |
| Admission Session | Winter 2026-27 |
| Participating Schools | 6 |
| Notification Status | Released |
| Application Start Date | 1 October 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
Frequently asked questions
When does the application for NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification start?
Online Application Started: 01 October 2026.
What is the last date to apply for NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification?
The last date to apply is 01 November 2026.
What is the official website for NISER Ph.D Winter Admission 2026-27 Notification?
The official website is https://niser.ac.in/.