AcSIR-CSIR-IGIB PhD Program For August 2026; Applications Are Open

Q: What is the AcSIR–CSIR IGIB PhD Programme for August 2026?

The PhD programme is offered by the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) in collaboration with CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB). It provides research opportunities in areas such as genomics, biotechnology, life sciences, and interdisciplinary biology.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the CSIR-IGIB PhD programme?

Candidates must have a Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 60% marks in fields like life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, or related disciplines. Applicants are also required to hold a valid national fellowship such as CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, DBT-JRF, or ICMR-JRF at the time of joining.

Q: How can candidates apply for the AcSIR PhD programme?

Applicants need to register on the AcSIR admission portal, generate an AcSIR Application Number (AAN), and select CSIR-IGIB as their preferred institute while submitting the online application form along with required academic and fellowship details.

Author :

Shilpa Nigam

Last Updated on : 07 Mar 2026 01:48PM

The AcSIR-CSIR-IGIB PhD Program for the August 2026 session is currently accepting online applications. The CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB) in Delhi operates this program. They award degrees to students through the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR).

The application process window is open from 01 March 2026 to 14 April 2026. Applicants can apply through the CSIR-IGIB PhD Portal using their AAN and fellowship details.

AcSIR-CSIR-IGIB PhD Program 2026: Eligibility Criteria and Admission Process

Educational Qualification: Master’s degree (M.Sc/M.Tech) in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, or Computer Science with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD).
Age Limit: Maximum 28 years as of 14 April 2026 (relaxations apply per Government of India rules).

A valid national-level fellowship, such as CSIR-UGC JRF, DBT-JRF, or ICMR-JRF, is mandatory. GATE is NOT valid for MSc/MTech candidates for this session.

Application Process

AcSIR Registration: Register on the AcSIR Online Admission Portal to obtain an AcSIR Application Number (AAN).
Institute Selection: Select CSIR-IGIB as one of your preferred institutes.
IGIB Application: Complete the secondary application on the CSIR-IGIB PhD Portal using your AAN and fellowship details

Research Areas:- Candidates can apply for interdisciplinary research in the following areas.

BioTecNika
Genomics & Genome Editing
Chemical & Systems Biology
Microbiology & Infectious Disease
Digital Health and AI
RNA & Cell Biology
Structural & Skin Biology

FAQ's

What is the AcSIR–CSIR IGIB PhD Programme for August 2026?

The PhD programme is offered by the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) in collaboration with CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB). It provides research opportunities in areas such as genomics, biotechnology, life sciences, and interdisciplinary biology.

Who is eligible to apply for the CSIR-IGIB PhD programme?

Candidates must have a Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 60% marks in fields like life sciences, biotechnology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, or related disciplines. Applicants are also required to hold a valid national fellowship such as CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, DBT-JRF, or ICMR-JRF at the time of joining.

How can candidates apply for the AcSIR PhD programme?

Applicants need to register on the AcSIR admission portal, generate an AcSIR Application Number (AAN), and select CSIR-IGIB as their preferred institute while submitting the online application form along with required academic and fellowship details.

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