The application form is open for the iPhD programme. The programme is innovative in its nature thus providing you the guidance during the programme. Only 15 seats are available. candidates appointed will avail stipend of JRF. We have given the deadline to apply and eligibility criteria, and Applying link to the AcSIR
The iPhD program fosters a supportive ecosystem for students to unlock their innovative potential. By addressing real-world challenges, participants develop technologies that deliver broad societal impact.
What sets iPhD apart is its unique curriculum. Students gain flexibility to complete courses in Entrepreneurship, Business Proposals, Marketing, Ethics, and IPR within three years. The Doctoral Advisory Committee includes industry representatives to guide students from research inception.
Backed by mentorship from AcSIR Faculty scientists and industry partners—plus rigorous coursework—students transform ideas into viable technologies at Technology Readiness Level (TRL-4). These qualify for PhD graduation and can evolve into startups or be adopted by industries post-degree.
Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) has launched the groundbreaking iPhD program—standing for innovative, imaginative, and industry-linked—to bridge academia and real-world impact. This initiative partners with the National Innovation Foundation (NIF)-India, which identifies grassroots innovations for students to advance.
Key Partnership Role
NIF supports iPhD students by scouting promising grassroots ideas in need of further development. It also offers fellowships and co-mentorship to guide participants from concept to viable technologies.
Research Domains
Applications target the inaugural batch across these areas:
- Agriculture
- Human Health
- Engineering
- Policy
- Veterinary Sciences
- The AcSIR-NIF Doctoral Innovation Fellowship supports the iPhD program’s inaugural batch, offering financial aid equivalent to the CSIR NET JRF stipend for selected students.
- Fellowship Overview
- This fellowship matches CSIR NET JRF levels (typically ₹37,000/month + HRA for the first two years, increasing to SRF thereafter). Exactly 15 fellowships are available, prioritizing Veterinary Sciences among the domains.
- Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates need a Master’s degree in Science or Engineering with at least 55% marks (50% for reserved categories). A valid national-level fellowship (e.g., CSIR, UGC, DBT) is often required, though iPhD selections may adapt this via NIF partnership.
- Application Timeline
- Submit applications by February 28, 2026, via acsir.res.in or acsiriphd.emli.in. This aligns with AcSIR’s January 2026 session for PhD programs.
https://acsiriphd.emli.in/ applying link
