Ph.D

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The PhD programme at IISER Pune is a blend of classroom curriculum, mentoring under-graduate students along with a major research component. The research scholars are expected to complete at least 16 credits of coursework within the first two semesters followed by a comprehensive examination to assess the student's candidacy for PhD. 

The below are the Research programmes leading to PhD/MSc (Engg.) that are available in the following departments.

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Electronics and Communications Engineering
• Industrial Engineering And Management
• Chemical Engineering
• Master Of Business Administration
• Mathematics
• Biotechnology
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Information Science and Engineering
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Telecommunications Engineering
• Department of Computer Applications

In order to apply for the National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD admissions, candidates are required to provide digital copies of the following documents:

• Class 10th and Class 12th marksheet as well as passing certificate
• UG-level degree
• PG-level degree
• No objection certificate
• Scanned images of candidate signature
• ID and address proof

Yes, the NLSAT-PhD registrations 2026 are still open for National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD admissions. The registrations are scheduled to stay open until March 23, 2026. Candidates can apply until 11:59 pm on the aforementioned date to appear for the NLSAT-PhD 2026.

No, PhD admissions at National Law School of India University, Bangalore are not open for direct admissions. Candidates who wish to apply for PhD admissions at 
NLSIU Bangalore must appear for the NLSAT-PhD in order to qualify for the PhD admissions.

No, completing a post graduate level course is not a mandatory requirement to be eligible for National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD admissions. Candidates who have cleared their UG level courses can aslo apply for the PhD admissions.

However, for PhD in Law, candidates must clear either an LLB or integrated BA LLB or BBA LLB course.

Yes, NLSAT-PhD is a mandatory entrance exam for all candidates applying for the National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD course. Before registering for the NLSAT-PhD, candidates should ensure their compliance with the set eligibility criteria. The registrations are done on the website of NLSIU Bangalore.

The total fees for the National Law School of India University, Bangalore PhD course will differ based on the duration of PhD pursued.

For three year PhD course, the National Law School of India University, Bangalore fees is INR 2.55 Lacs in 2026. However, the instalments will be different for candidates who decide to pursue PhD after three years.