Full time Ph.D. Programme:

Research scholar pursues research work within the institute or in an identified DoS Center/Unit on a full-time basis.

Three categories based on the funding agency

• IIST/DoS Funded
• Externally Funded/Sponsored
• Project Funded

Part Time Ph.D. Programme :

Research scholar pursues research work on a part-time basis. Three categories

Internal IIST - for employees of IIST, who can be admitted as part time research scholar as per identified selection procedure

DoS Sponsored - for permanent employees of DoS, who can be admitted as part time research scholar as per identified selection procedure.

DoS Sponsored Dual Degree (Masters + Ph.D.)

Candidates selected for IIST PG Programmes under the DoS sponsored category subject to No Objection from respective ISRO / DoS centre/unit for pursuing Ph.D.

The sponsored candidates under this category on completion of the minimum requirements of PG Programme shall be permitted to register and undergo Ph.D. course work

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