TIFR GS PhD Cut off 2024: Check Category wise Cut off Marks

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Graduate School Admissions 2024 ( TIFR GS )

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Piyush Dixit
Updated on Jan 9, 2026 11:51 IST

By Piyush Dixit, Deputy Manager

TIFR GS Cutoff for the academic session 2026-27 will be released for those who wish to get admission to their preferred courses in TIFR GS Institute. The TIFR GS exam is conducted for those students who wish to study integrated PhD courses. Students need to go to the official portal to download theTIFR GS 2026 Final Answer Key. The exam officials will release the final answer key anytime soon.

The cutoff can vary based on various factors like total seats, total candidaes appear for the exam, and exam difficulty level. Those students who qualify for the TIFR GS Entrance Exam and the cutoff as well are then called for the interview process, as the final selection process. 

The TIFR GS 2026 Result will be out in the third week of February 2026, tentatively, for candidates who wish to pursue 5-year integrated MSc courses and PhD programmes by appearing for the TIFR GS Exam 2026 by the exam conducting body, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR).

Table of contents
  • TIFR GS 2026 Exam Highlights
  • TIFR GS 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • Steps to Check TIFR GS 2026 Cutoff
  • TIFR GS Marking Scheme
  • What are the factors that can affect TIFR GS Cutoff 2026?
  • List of Participating Institutes of TIFR GS Exam: Subject-wise
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TIFR GS 2026 Exam Highlights

Students must go through this table to know some of the crucial details related to the TIFR GS 2026 Exam. 

TIFR GS Important Events

Important Details

Exam Name

TIFR GS

Conducting Body

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Exam Mode

Offline

Exam Medium

English

Exam Duration

3 Hours

Exam Level

National-Level Entrance Exam

Total Marks

100

Negative Marking

Yes

Official Website

https://www.tifr.res.in

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   When will the TIFR GS 2026 Admit Card out?
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The release date for the TIFR GS Admit Card was November 22, 2026, by the TIFR GS officials. The entry ticket is a compulsory document to appear for the exam. The TIFR GS Exam was held on December 14, 2025. No one is allowed to enter the examination hall without the hall ticket. 

Q:   What are the important information in the TIFR GS admit card?
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The Hall ticket has your name, registration number, exam name, date, time, and exam centre. It also has instructions like reporting time and what you can take inside the hall. Check all details carefully. If something is wrong, contact the helpdesk.

TIFR GS 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of TIFR GS 2024 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Jan ' 26

TIFR GS Final Answer

TENTATIVE
Feb ' 26

TIFR GS 2026 Result For Written Exam

TENTATIVE
Feb ' 26

TIFR GS 2026 Final Result

TENTATIVE
01 Aug ' 26

TIFR GS 2026 Session Starts

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Steps to Check TIFR GS 2026 Cutoff

Candidates must go through the following steps to go through the cutoff:

  1. Students need to visit the official website of TIFR GS, i.e. https://www.tifr.res.in/~academics/index.php 
  2. Then students need to clikc on the link, "Admission".
  3. Students must click on the TIFR GS Cutoff link. 
  4. Then, look for the link, "TIFR GS Cutoff List' and click on it. 
  5. Once, the list appear on the screen, stduents must download it for all subjects for all categories. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How to access the TIFR GS Hall ticket?
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Go to the official TIFR website. Click “Begin Application.” If you are new, click “New Registration.” If you already registered, log in with your User ID and Password. After logging in, go to the admit card section. Download the PDF and save it. Print the admit card because you must carry it to the exam centre.

Q:   How to reschedule the TIFR GS interview dates?
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If a student misses the interview, the TIFR GS exam officials will not give a new date. There are rarely any chances given to students to reschedule the interview once it is missed. 

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TIFR GS Marking Scheme

As per the marking scheme of the TIFR GS Exam. There are a total of 40 questions in the TIFR GS question paper. In Section A, there are multiple-choice questions. In Section B, there are true and false questions. The Exam duration is 3 hours. 

For every right answer, students get 3, marks. For every wrong answer, there is a negative marking of -1 in Section A.

In Section B, there is no negative marking. 5 marks are given for every right answer.

To check out the marking system, students can also go to the official portal of TIFR GS

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What will happen after declaration of TIFR GS results?
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After the declaration of the result, students whose name is shortlisted need to apply individually in the colleges which accepts this score. 

Each Subject Board, and each Center offering a particular programme in that Subject, has its own criteria for shortlisting. These may include not only the written test marks, but may take into account past academic performance, write-up submitted (if required in your subject), and recommendation letters at the appropriate stage.

Hence applicants are advised to apply in as many institutes as they can to increase their chances of getting admission. 

Q:   What is the release date of TIFR GS hall ticket?
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The TIFR GS Hall Ticket was out on the official portal of the TIFR GS. Students who filled out the application form should log in and download it. It is important to download and print the admit card early. The hall ticket shows the exam date, time, and centre.

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What are the factors that can affect TIFR GS Cutoff 2026?

Various factors can significantly impact the TIFR GS 2026 cutoff.

  • If the exam difficulty level is expected to be more difficult than in the last year, then the cutoff may decrease. 
  • In case the total number of students increases, that can also lead to higher competition and cutoff.  
  • The total seats open for every TIFR GS course can also change the TIFR GS cutoff 2026
  • If the overall performance of the exam takers is high, the cutoff is more likely to increase that year.
  • Knowing the last year cutoff can help students have a better understanding of different subjects. 
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Why TIFR GS Exam conducted?
A: 

TIFR GS 2026 exam is conducted by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. The exam is for students who like to study courses like MSc, PhD, and Integrated MSc PhD in science. This exam is important for admission to TIFR. Every student should download the hall ticket and bring it on the day of exam.

Q:   When will the TIFR GS 2026 results be announced?
A: 

The TIFR GS Result 2026 is expected to be out in February 2026, as per the previous year's trend. Students need to visit the official website to check out their TIFR GS Result and Final Selection List for their preferred courses. 

Once the result is out ,students must obey the scheduled date for the interview process to get admission to their prefrred university.

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List of Participating Institutes of TIFR GS Exam: Subject-wise

Here is the list of some of the participating institutes of the TIFR GS Exam 2026

Subject Name Participating Institute Name
Mathematics
School of Mathematics, TIFR Mumbai
Mathematics
Center for Applicable Mathematics (CAM), Bengaluru
Mathematics
International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS), Bengaluru (PhD only)
Physics
TIFR Mumbai: Departments of Astronomy & Astrophysics, Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science, High Energy Physics, Nuclear & Atomic Physics, Theoretical 1 Physics
Physics
National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA), Pune
Physics
TIFR Centre for Interdisciplinary Sciences, Hyderabad (TIFR-H)
Chemistry
TIFR Mumbai: Department of Chemical Sciences
Biology
TIFR Mumbai: Department of Biological Sciences
Biology
National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), Bengaluru
Computer & Systems Sciences
School of Technology & Computer Science (STCS), TIFR Mumbai
Science Education
Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education (HBCSE), Mumbai
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What is the TIFR GS 2026 Exam date?
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The TIFR GS Exam 2026 was conducted on December 14, 2025. The dates were published by the exam officials on the portal. Only those who have completed their application process can access the admit card and give the TIFR GS Exam. Students need to submit their application fee before the last date. 

Q:   What was the deadline for TIFR GS Application form 2026?
A: 

The end date for students to be able to submit their TIFR GS Application form was October 26, 2025. The application process started on September 27, 2025. Those who submitted their TIFR GS 2025 Application form along with the application fee are eligible to appear for the exam.

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The end date for students to raise objections against the TIFR GS 2026 Provisional Answer key is December 28, 2025. They need to visit the official portal to download the Answer keys for all TIFR GS Answer keys. Once the exam officials close the objection window, students can not raise objections. 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Knowing the TIFR GS scores helps to know their chances of passing the exam. It also gives them time to plan for the further admission process and formalities. Students can also decide whether they need to raise an objection against the provisional answer key. 

 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To assess the TIFR GS Scores, students need to download the TIFR GS Answer key. To know the marks one must use the TIFR GS Final Answer key. They can use the exam marking structure to know their expected scores. Check out every answer one-by-one based on the marking structure of the exam. 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

The TIFR GS Provisional Answer key window remains open for a limited time. In case a student wants to raisean objection, they need to click on the Provisional Answer Key Feedback Form to send their objection before the deadline. Once the objection window is over, they are not permitted to raise any

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To understand the important question related to the TIFR GS exam, it is really helpful to go through the last year's question papers. Once a student is well-versed in the important topics of their subjects. It can boost their chance of qualifying for the exam. 

With the help of last year answer keys,

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

To get the answer keys for the last year, students must go to the official portal. Click on the Past question papers under the overview section tab. They can use it to prepare for the TIFR GS exam and make self-study notes of the important topics. 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Students must go to the official portal and submit the objection with the help of the TIFR GS Provisional Answer key feedback form. This will allow them to challenge the provisional answer key in case there is an issue. Students must raise objections before the deadline. 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 2 weeks ago

Here are the ways to download the TIFR GS Provisional Answer key.

  • Go to the official portal of TIFR GS.
  • Click on the "provisional answer keys" under the Admission for GS 2026 tab.
  • Click on the download link for the subject you want. 
  • Raise an objection before the end date with the help of the feedback f

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 3 weeks ago

After the final result for the TIFR GS exam is announced, the TIFR GS interview dates are announced. The dates for the interview process are only valid for students who passed the exam and beat the TIFR GS Cutoff. 

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Ishita Chauhan

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The TIFR GS selection process is based on the following rounds. 

  • The TIFR GS marks after the written exam
  • TIFR GS Cutoff
  • TIFR GS interview process
  • There is no counselling process to admission through TIFR GS entrance exam.

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