PH.D. IN PHYSICS Course

Doctor of Philosophy or PhD Physics is a 3 year doctorate program that is considered an ideal degree for students who want to pursue a full-time period of independent research which equips students with research skills and specialist knowledge.

The PhD Physics course consists of research-based subjects that are performed practically. The course covers subjects such as Quantum Optics and Laser Physics, Matter Physics, Solid State Physics, and Materials Science, High Energy Physics, Nonlinear Optics, and Electronic Science.

The basic eligibility for PhD Physics course admission is Bachelor’s Degree, M.Phil. degree or MSc in Physics or Material Science with a minimum of 60% aggregate score. Apart from merit, the admissions process also includes various entrance exams like CSIR/UGC-JRF, CSIR/UGC, JEST/GATE for PhD Physics courses.

Loyola College, Christ University, Chandigarh University, Fergusson College, Jadavpur University, IIT Kanpur, etc are some of the top colleges offering full-time PhD Physics courses in India. The average annual fees to study a full-time program is around INR 2,000 - 5 lakhs

Syllabus

Some of the core and major PhD Physics syllabus, which every aspirant needs to study throughout the course duration are tabulated below.

Admission Process

The admission process for the PhD Physics course depends on the entrance tests such as CSIR/UGC-JRF, CSIR/UGC, JEST/GATE, etc. The qualified candidates will be further selected on the basis of personal interview.

Some of the institutes also provide direct admission to the students on merit basis with minimum eligibility of Bachelor’s Degree with 60% aggregate marks.

Following are the steps to keep in mind while applying for a PhD Physics Admission:

• Step 1: Register Online on the college Application Portal by filling required details like name, mobile number, email ID, etc.
• Step 2: Log-in using the generated credentials. Fill the online application form and provide details like personal and academic such as Gender, Address Subject, Marks, etc.
• Step 3: Upload the scanned copies of the required documents like photograph, signature, mark sheet, certificates, etc. The scanned copies must be in the asked format and size.
• Step 4: Pay the application fee as mentioned by the college. After the successful payment, the registration confirmation will be sent to the candidate.
• Step 5: Candidates should download and save the application form for further reference.

Eligibility

Following are the eligibility criteria for the PhD physics course:

• Candidates seeking admission in PhD Physics must have a Bachelor’s Degree, M.Phil. degree or M.Sc Physics or Material Science with a minimum of 60% aggregate score.
• The minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (relaxed to 55% or equivalent CGPA for SC/ST).
• Various colleges conduct entrance exams such as CSIR/UGC-JRF, CSIR/UGC, JEST, etc. followed by personal interview for admission.

Entrance Exams

Some of the important dates and details of the PhD Physics Entrance Exams are tabulated below.

Distance Education

PhD Physics distance education is not valid anymore as per the UGC. However, a PhD Physics degree from IGNOU will still be recognized. The basic eligibility criteria for PhD Physics Distance education is that the candidate should possess a Master's Degree from a University recognized by UGC or any other qualification recognized as equivalent.

FAQs

Ques. What can I do after a PhD Physics?

Ans. You get vast career options and can choose from the following fields to work as Researcher, Scientist, Physicist, Lecturer & Professor, Author & Writer, Journalist, Editor & Critic, Human Services Worker, Independent Consultant, Philosophical Journalist, Industrial R&D Lab professionals, Senior Research Scientist, etc.

Ques. Is a PhD in Physics worth it?

Ans. Graduates with a PhD Physics degree will be well-positioned to get high-paying research or physicist level jobs like with an average annual salary of INR 8 LPA.

Ques. How is a PhD Physics?

Ans. The PhD Physics course provides experimental and theoretical education in physics and aims at providing a broad professional background in physics to the students. Students will be studying a variety of topics based on ongoing research activities at the Department of Physics.

Ques. Which top colleges in India provide a PhD Physics?

Ans. IIT Kanpur, IIT Madras, IIT Bombay, IISc Bangalore, BITS Pilani, Loyola College, Shiv Nadar University, BIT Mesra, etc. are some of the top colleges offering PhD Physics Department.

Ques. What Scope does a PhD Physics degree have?

Ans. PhD Physics course makes an individual familiar with the fundamentals of Physics. Post obtaining a degree of the course, candidates are recommended to choose from the prominent career job opportunities such as Research Scientist, BioPhysicist, Environmental Engineering, Physics Faculty, etc.

Ques. Which is a better PhD Physics or PhD Chemistry?

Ans. PhD Physics involves Atomic and Condensed Matter Physics, Laser Physics, Particle Physics, etc. It prepares graduates to develop theories, mathematical modeling, etc. It focuses on the science of matter, properties, structure, composition, behavior, reaction, interaction, and change.

Ques. What job roles can I apply for after completing my PhD Physics?

Ans. Top job profiles, candidates can work in are Researcher, Scientist, Biophysicist, Postsecondary Physics Teachers, Physicists and Astronomers, Natural Sciences Managers, Petroleum Engineers, Industrial R&D Lab professionals, Senior Research Scientist, etc.

Ques. What is the admission process to apply for a PhD Physics program?

Ans. The admission process for the PhD Physics course depends on the entrance tests such as CSIR/UGC-JRF, CSIR/UGC, JEST/GATE, etc. The qualified candidates will be further selected on the basis of personal interview.

Ques. What will I get to study during my PhD Physics course?

Ans. You will get to study about Research Methodology and Statistics, Mathematical Methods, Theoretical Physics, Quantum Mechanics, Experimental Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Numerical Methods and Simulation, Numerical Methods and Programming, Research and Technical Communication, etc

Ques. What is the average fee and salary of a PhD Physics passout?

Ans. The average course fee to study a full-time PhD Physics program is around INR 20,000 to 5 lakhs and the average annual salary can range from INR 2 to 20 LPA.