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The Ph.D. in Chemistry at IIT Jammu is a full-time research programme offered by the Department of Chemistry, typically spanning 3 to 5 years. The programme is designed to produce high-quality researchers in areas such as organic synthesis, materials chemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, photocatalysis, organometallic chemistry, and computational chemistry. Admission is conducted twice a year (August and January sessions) and requires a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET (JRF/LS) score for candidates with an M.Sc. background. The programme fee is minimal, with tuition fee of Rs. 10,000 per semester for General/OBC candidates (fully waived for SC/ST/PwD), and institute research scholars receive a monthly fellowship/stipend as per DST/CSIR norms. The programme is highly popular among science graduates seeking a research career in academia, national laboratories, or the chemical industry, backed by IIT Jammu's rapidly growing research infrastructure.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session (August batch) are expected to open around April-May 2026. The January 2026 session application window was open from October 28 to November 12, 2025. Candidates with a valid GATE 2026 score (results declared March 19, 2026) or CSIR-UGC NET qualification should watch for the next admission notification on the official IIT Jammu PhD portal.

Key Points

The Department of Chemistry at IIT Jammu has active research groups in materials chemistry for carbon capture/conversion, heterogeneous catalysis, photocatalytic H2 production, solid-state chemistry, photoredox catalysis, organometallic and bio-inspired catalysis, and electrocatalysis.
Ph.D. scholars admitted as Institute Research Students receive a monthly fellowship as per DST/SERB norms (currently Rs. 37,000/month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000/month thereafter for JRF/SRF holders).
Students have access to the Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) with advanced equipment including NMR spectrometers, XRD, SEM-EDX, TEM, and mass spectrometers.
The programme is available in Full-Time (Regular), Off-Campus External, and Off-Campus Part-Time modes.
Candidates with B.Tech (8.0 CGPA or above from IITs/NITs/IISERs/IISc) may be eligible for direct PhD admission without GATE.
PMRF (Prime Minister's Research Fellowship) is available for eligible candidates, offering a fellowship of up to Rs. 80,000/month.

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04 Apr, 2026 IIT Jammu is inviting applications for Ph.D Chemistry Admission 2026-27 (Jul session). The last date to apply is Apr 20, 2026. Check details.

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IITJ Ph.D. Chemistry Fees

The Ph.D. Chemistry programme at IIT Jammu has a very nominal fee structure, especially for full-time regular students. SC/ST/PwD students pay zero tuition fee, while General/OBC-NCL students pay Rs. 10,000 per semester as tuition fee. The semester fee covers residential charges, establishment, and maintenance costs. A one-time payment and a refundable security deposit are charged at the time of admission. Off-campus/part-time students pay a significantly higher tuition fee of Rs. 50,000 per semester.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Regular SC/ST/PwD (Rs.)	Regular General/OBC (Rs.)	Off-Campus/Part-Time General/OBC (Rs.)
Tuition Fee (per semester)	0	10,000	50,000
Annual Fee (per odd semester)	3,280	3,280	3,280
Semester Fee (per semester)	33,080	33,080	53,120
One-Time Payment (at admission)	6,740	6,740	6,740
Refundable Security Deposit	10,000	10,000	10,000
Total at Admission (1st Semester)	53,100	63,100	1,23,140

The security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable at the time of leaving the institute.
Semester fee for regular students includes residential charges of approximately Rs. 19,330 per semester.
Fee components other than tuition fee increase annually at the rate of 7%.
Mess charges are billed separately and notified each semester.
A thesis submission fee of Rs. 5,000 is charged at the time of thesis submission.
Application fee: Rs. 300 per department for General/EWS/OBC-NCL; Rs. 200 for SC/ST/PwD (non-refundable).
Institute Research Scholars (full-time) receive a monthly fellowship/stipend as per DST norms, which substantially offsets the cost of the programme.

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IITJ Ph.D. Chemistry Admission 2026

IIT Jammu conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - for the August session (applications typically in April-May) and the January session (applications typically in October-November). The admission process is entirely online through the SARAL portal. Shortlisted candidates are called for a written test and/or interview at the department level. For Chemistry, shortlisting is based on GATE/CSIR-UGC NET scores and academic record. The next admission cycle (August 2026 session) is expected to open around April-May 2026.

IIT Jammu Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Start (January 2026 Session)	October 28, 2025
Application End (January 2026 Session)	November 12, 2025
Application Start (August 2026 Session - Expected)	April/May 2026
Application End (August 2026 Session - Expected)	May/June 2026
Written Test / Interview	To be notified via registered email
Commencement of August Session	July/August 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Application Opens	August 28, 2025
GATE 2026	Application Closes (Regular)	October 7, 2025
GATE 2026	Admit Card Available	January 13, 2026
GATE 2026	Exam Dates	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
GATE 2026	Result Declaration	March 19, 2026
CSIR-UGC NET	December 2025 Session Result	February 23, 2026
CSIR-UGC NET	June 2026 Session (Expected)	June 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have an M.Sc. in Chemistry (or relevant science discipline) with a good academic record, along with a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET (JRF or LS) score.
Alternatively, candidates with an M.Tech/M.E. degree in a relevant discipline with a good academic record are eligible (GATE not mandatory for M.Tech holders).
B.Tech graduates with a minimum CGPA of 8.0 from IITs/NITs/IISERs/IISc with a valid GATE score may also apply.
Minimum 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying degree is generally required.

Admission Process:

Apply online through the SARAL portal (saral.iitjammu.ac.in/phdapplication) during the application window.
Pay the non-refundable application fee (Rs. 300 for General/OBC/EWS; Rs. 200 for SC/ST/PwD) per department.
Upload all required documents including GATE/CSIR-NET scorecard, qualifying degree certificates, and category certificates (if applicable).
Shortlisted candidates are called for a written test and/or personal interview at the department level.
Final selection is based on academic record, entrance exam score, and performance in the interview.
Selected candidates complete registration formalities and pay the first-semester fees.

IITJ Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarships 2026

Ph.D. students at IIT Jammu are eligible for several fellowship and financial support schemes. Institute Research Scholars (full-time regular students) receive a monthly fellowship as per DST/SERB norms. Additionally, students with external fellowships such as CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, or PMRF can bring their own funding. These fellowships make the Ph.D. programme financially self-sustaining for most students.

Fellowship Details

Fellowship/Scholarship	Eligibility	Benefit
Institute Research Fellowship (JRF)	Full-time regular PhD students (first 2 years)	Rs. 37,000/month (as per DST norms)
Institute Research Fellowship (SRF)	Full-time regular PhD students (after 2 years, upon upgrade)	Rs. 42,000/month (as per DST norms)
CSIR-JRF/SRF	Candidates qualifying CSIR-UGC NET JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (JRF); Rs. 42,000/month (SRF)
DST-INSPIRE Fellowship	Candidates selected under DST INSPIRE scheme	Rs. 80,000/month (PMRF level) or Rs. 37,000/month
PMRF (Prime Minister's Research Fellowship)	Exceptional B.Tech/M.Tech/M.Sc. graduates from premier institutes	Rs. 70,000-80,000/month + research grant
SC/ST Tuition Fee Exemption	All SC/ST/PwD students	Full exemption from tuition fee

Fellowship amounts are as per current DST/SERB norms and are subject to revision by the Government of India.
PMRF is a highly competitive fellowship; candidates must apply separately through the PMRF portal.
Externally funded students (CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, DST-INSPIRE) bring their own fellowship and are not entitled to the institute fellowship.
House Rent Allowance (HRA) may be applicable for students not availing hostel accommodation, as per institute rules.

IITJ Ph.D. Chemistry FAQs

Ques. Can I apply for Ph.D. Chemistry at IIT Jammu with only a CSIR-UGC NET Lectureship (LS) score, without JRF?

Ans. Yes, CSIR-UGC NET Lectureship (LS) is accepted as a selection criterion for Ph.D. admission at IIT Jammu. However, LS holders must qualify the department-level written test and interview. If selected, the institute may grant an institute fellowship to LS holders. JRF holders have a stronger claim to fellowship and are generally preferred.

Ques. How many times a year does IIT Jammu admit PhD students in Chemistry?

Ans. IIT Jammu conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - for the August session (applications typically in April-May) and the January session (applications typically in October-November). Both sessions are open to Chemistry candidates, subject to availability of research positions and supervisor capacity.

Ques. Is it possible to do a part-time PhD in Chemistry at IIT Jammu while working?

Ans. Yes, IIT Jammu offers an Off-Campus Part-Time PhD option. However, this is restricted to candidates who are regular full-time employees of government institutions, R&D organizations, or relevant industries located in the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh regions only. The candidate must spend at least 6 weeks per semester on the IIT Jammu campus.

Ques. What is the monthly stipend for a PhD student in Chemistry at IIT Jammu?

Ans. Full-time Institute Research Scholars receive a monthly fellowship of Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years (JRF level) and Rs. 42,000 per month thereafter (SRF level), as per current DST/SERB norms. Students with external fellowships like CSIR-JRF or PMRF receive their respective fellowship amounts.

Ques. What are the research areas available for PhD in Chemistry at IIT Jammu?

Ans. The Department of Chemistry at IIT Jammu offers research in materials chemistry for carbon capture/conversion, heterogeneous catalysis, solid-state chemistry, photocatalytic H2 production, solid-state lighting, photoredox catalysis, organometallic and bio-inspired catalysis, electrocatalysis, and CO2 reduction reactions. Specific research areas available in each admission cycle are published on the official portal.

Ques. Does IIT Jammu accept GATE score from previous years for PhD Chemistry admission?

Ans. IIT Jammu requires a GATE score that is valid and tenable for the year of registration. GATE scores are valid for 3 years from the date of the exam. So a GATE 2024 score (valid till 2027) or GATE 2025/2026 score would be acceptable for the 2026-27 admission cycle, provided it has not expired.