Ph.D. Science & Technology Communication

CSIR-NISCAIR, a constituent national laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), (Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India), came into being in 1951, is the premier institution of Science & Technology Communication in the world. A remarkable growth in scientific research and innovation has been seen globally over the period. It has necessitated the need of public communication, outreach and awareness of science and promoting scientific culture among masses to bridge the science-society gap and apprise the policymakers as well, enabling them to take informed decisions and choices. Dissemination of science and technology to industry is also the need of the hour. With a view to promote leading edge research and academics and develop high standard trained and skilled human resources in the emerging interdisciplinary area of Science & Technology Communication, CSIR-NISCAIR introduces for the first time especially designed Doctoral Programs leading to Ph.D. in Science & Technology Communication to fulfill the long felt need, under the Faculty of Mathematical & Information Sciences, Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR), established by the Act of Parliament, “the Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research Act, 2011”, an institution of national importance.

 Admissions Open (January 2019 session)

• Last date for online application: 25.10.2018
• Intimation to candidates (e-mail): 07.11.2018
• Aptitude test / interview: 26.11.2018 to 14.12.2018
• Declaration of results (on website): 19.12.2018

Eligibility:

• Ph.D. Science & Technology Communication
• Masters Degree with 55% marks in any subject with bachelor’s degree in science or a bachelor degree with 55 % mark, in agriculture science, medical science, engineering, technology or equivalent from a recognized university/ institution.
• Candidate with basic or combination of qualifications in Sciences, Engineering or Social Sciences are also eligible.
• Having a National fellowship (JRF/SRF/INSPIRE) or equivalent will be an advantage.

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