PhD Program

PhD at TIGS via AcSIR

TIGS hosts a PhD program in collaboration with the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR). We aspire to create the next generation of innovators through research and a pedagogical curricula designed to harness modern advancements in science and devise novel solutions for the most pressing needs of our society.

Admissions are open for our PhD program, twice a year for the January and August sessions. If you are interested in using genetics, technology, engineering principles, or computational skills in addressing issues of human health and agriculture please visit our programs page to learn more and apply.

August 2025 Session Admissions

Passionate about using cutting-edge genetics research to solve some of the most pressing societal challenges? 🌍🔬 🥼

We are inviting applications for the PhD (Sciences) program via Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) for admission to the August 2025 session.

This program gives a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of science and society with a possibility to make a real-world impact through research.

Last date to apply: 14th April 2025

Potential research areas for PhD at TIGS in the upcoming session.

  • RNA therapeutics for bacterial pathogens
  • Mosquito Control Strategies
  • Disease Modelling and therapeutics
  • Crop Improvement through Genome Editing

Note:

To find details on the eligibility and process of admissions please visit https://acsir.res.in/admissions/

All applications for the PhD program have to be submitted via the AcSIR admission portal.

In case of queries, reach out to us on acsir-coordinator@tigs.res.in

 

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