JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023: Application Form, Dates

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023 – Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research, Puducherry invites applications for PhD admission for the academic session 2023 through entrance test.

Check full details on JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023 here.

About JIPMER Puducherry

  • Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry (JIPMER) under the Government of India since the year 1956, is one of the leading Medical Institutions in India. Spread over a sprawling 195 Acre campus in an urban locale of Puducherry (formerly Pondicherry), JIPMER is 170 km from Chennai by road.
  • JIPMER has been declared as an “Institution of National Importance” by an Act of Parliament, JIPMER, Puducherry, Act, 2008.

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Programs

The institute invites applications for admission to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme, being offered in the following departments in the current cycle.

DepartmentNo. of Seats
Biochemistry03 Seat
Clinical Pharmacology
Medical Oncology01 Seat
Dermatology 
Neonatology 
Physiology
Preventive & Social Medicine 01 Seat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology 01 Seat
Psychiatry
Neurology03 Seat

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023 Important Dates

Date of advertisement and opening of online registration form13 March 2023
Online registration and application closes on26 March 2023 (05 PM)
Download of Hall Ticket30 March 2023 (11 AM onwards)
Date & Time of Entrance Examination
(Single Shift – Online Mode Only)
03 April 2023
(09 AM to 10:30 AM)
Expected date of publication of Merit List15 April 2023
Date for Viva-Voce examinationWill be announced later

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023 Eligibility Criteria

A candidate seeking admission to the course of study leading to the award of PhD degree must possess any one of the following qualifications:

  • Medical/Nursing qualification
    • MD from an MCI/NMC-recognized medical college/ MSc Nursing from a institution recognized by the INC. The degree(s) should have been registered with the NMC/INC.
  • Nursing Qualification
    • M.Sc. degree in a nursing specialty (for College of Nursing). The degree(s) should have been registered with the INC
  • Non-Medical Qualification
    • Master’s Degree (2 or 3-year course) from a UGC recognized Indian University or equivalent in the subject as per requirement of the project.
  • Candidates should have at least 50% aggregate marks in the qualifying examination.
  • The candidates, who are likely to complete requisite qualification and degree by 31st March 2023 may also apply. However, they must complete all the requirements for such qualification by this date, and those completing these after 31st March 2023 will NOT be eligible.
  • Candidates with Master’s degree through a distance-learning course are not eligible.

For Topic Wise Requirements refer to Notification.

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2023 Application Process

  • Only candidates with JRF/SRF (or equivalent fellowship) are eligible to apply provided they satisfy the eligibility criteria.
  • All candidates should apply online. Each candidate can choose up to 3 subjects/departments of their interest.
  • Candidates seeking admission to entrance examination are required to apply through online mode only. (Any other mode of application will not be accepted).
  • Visit JIPMER Main Home page at www.jipmer.edu.in. and navigate to the link: “Apply online for PhD Courses admission 2023”.
  • Read the Notification and instructions carefully.
  • Candidates need NOT send a hard copy of the application.

Application Fee

For General (UR)/EWSRs.1,500 + Transaction Charges as applicable
For OBCRs.1,500 + Transaction Charges as applicable
For SC/STRs.1,200 + Transaction Charges as applicable
For PwDExempted from Application Fees
Mode of PaymentThrough Online Net Banking/ Credit Card/ Debit Card

Selection Process

  • The selection of PhD candidates will be based on the aggregate marks scored in written test based on multiple choice questions and viva-voce examination.
  • Candidates scoring 50% or more marks in written and viva separately will only qualify for selection.
  • A total of 9 seats are available for the year 2023.
  • Written Test – 70 Marks and Viva-Voce – 30 Marks.

Written Test

  • Total Marks – 70 Marks
    • Section I – 20 questions
    • Section II – 50 questions
  • Duration – 90 Minutes
  • The written test is based on multiple choice questions.
  • One mark will be awarded for one correct answer.
  • Each wrong answer will score (minus 0.25) Mark.
  • Based on the PhD project stream, the written test pattern is divided into six project streams such as
    • 1. Project Stream I (Biochemistry),
    • 2. Project Stream II (Public Health)
    • 3. Project Stream III (Obst. & Gynae.)
    • 4. Project Stream IV (Medical Oncology)
    • 5. Project Stream V(A) (Neurology)
    • 6. Project Stream V(B) (Neurology)

The distribution of marks in each stream is as follows: –

  • Section 1: All questions are compulsory
  • Section 2: All questions are compulsory

Candidates should indicate their choice of project stream (Only one) at the time of application

  • Project Stream I (Biochemistry)
    • Section 1 (20 questions) – Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions) – Biochemistry
  • Project Stream II (Public Health)
    • Section 1 (20 questions)- Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions)-Preventive and Social Medicine, Public health
  • Project Stream III (Obst. & Gynae.)
    • Section 1 (20 questions) – Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions)-Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Project Stream IV (Medical Oncology)
    • Section 1 (20 questions) – Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions)-Medical Oncology
  • Project Stream V(A) (Neurology)
    • Section 1 (20 questions) – Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions)-Basic Neurosciences, Applied Psychology
  • Project Stream V(B) (Neurology)
    • Section 1 (20 questions) – Research methodology, ethics, biostatistics
    • Section 2 (50 questions)-Basic Neurosciences, Biotechnology

Exam Centers

Applicant can opt only for THREE EXAM CITIES. The allotment of Exam City would be as per the order of preference chosen by applicant during online registration on a FIRST-CUM-FIRST SERVE basis and on the availability of a vacancy at the chosen centre.

The examination centres are tentatively proposed in 7 cities in India. List of Cities is as mentioned below:

  • Bengaluru
  • Chennai
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • New Delhi
  • Puducherry
  • Thiruvananthapuram

Viva-Voce Examination

  • Only those candidates who have scored 50% and above in the written examination, will be shortlisted for the viva-voce examination.
  • The viva-voce examination panel consists of Director, Dean (Research), Dean (Academic) and prospective guides in the respective groups.
  • The candidates will be tested on the knowledge of theory and practical aspects of the subjects they have studied in their postgraduate courses

Institute PhD Stipend

  • Candidates without financial assistance from extramural sources shall receive stipend from the Institute at the rate of Rs. 25,000/- per month for first three years.
  • Extension period stipend Rs. 20,000/- month only, restricted to another 2 yrs.
  • No stipend will be given beyond 5 years under any circumstances.

Updated PhD stipend amount shall be followed as per “Standing Academic Committee” revised stipend structure from time to time.

Important Links

PhD Prospectus 2023Click Here
Application LinkClick Here
JIPMER WebsiteClick Here
Latest PhD AdmissionsPhD Admissions

Previous Admissions

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2022-23

Available PhD Programs

The institute invites applications for admission to Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme, being offered in the following departments in the current cycle.

DepartmentNo. of Seats
Biochemistry03 Seat
Clinical Pharmacology
Medical Oncology01 Seat
Dermatology 
Neonatology 
Physiology
Preventive & Social Medicine 01 Seat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology 01 Seat
Psychiatry01 Seat
Neurology01 Seat

Important Dates

Date of advertisement and opening of online registration form25 October 2022
Online registration and application closes on09 November 2022
Publishing of eligible candidates list02 Jan 2023
Interview dates11 Jan 2023
Declaration of final resultsJan 2023

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2022-23 Results

Shortlisted Candidates

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2021-22

Available PhD Programs

Candidates with JRF / SRF (Junior Research Fellowship / Senior Research Fellowship) can apply for admission in the following disciplines –

DepartmentNo. of Seats
Biochemistry05 Seat
Clinical Pharmacology01 Seat
Medical Oncology01 Seat
Dermatology 01 Seat
Neonatology 01 Seat
Physiology02 Seat
Preventive & Social Medicine 01 Seat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology 01 Seat
Psychiatry02 Seat
Neurology01 Seat

JIPMER Puducherry PhD Admission 2021-22 Important Dates

Date of advertisement and opening of online registration form24 November 2021 (Wednesday)
Online registration and application closes on21 December 2021 (Tuesday)
Publishing of eligible candidates list27 December 2021 (Monday)
Interview dates (tentative)First week of January 2022 (03.01.2022)
Declaration of final results and despatch of admission orderSecond week of January 2022