TIFR GS 2027 (GS-2027) is the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research’s national entrance test for PhD and Integrated PhD admission in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science and Science Education. The online test is on Sunday, 13 December 2026, at about 60 cities. Applications close at 11 PM on 25 October 2026, and selected students join on 1 August 2027.
TIFR GS 2027
This page covers GS-2027 dates, how to apply, the fee, eligibility, the exam pattern, programmes and the selection process.
| Full name | TIFR Graduate School Admissions (GS-2027) |
|---|---|
| Conducted by | Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai |
| Exam level | National |
| Courses / Purpose | PhD and Integrated PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Maths, Biology, CS & LIDS; PhD in Science Education |
| Exam date | Sunday, 13 December 2026 (morning and afternoon sessions) |
| Application | 26 September to 25 October 2026 (11 PM), online only |
| Application fee | Rs 1,000 (male); Rs 500 (female, transgender and other gender); per subject test |
| Eligibility | Depends on programme; final-year students can apply; no age limit |
| Mode | Online multiple-choice test at about 60 cities; online proctored for overseas applicants |
| Duration | 3 hours (Mathematics PhD at CAM: 2 hours) |
| Negative marking | Yes in most tests; none in Physics Section B and Science Education MCQs |
| Official website | tifr.res.in/academics |
TIFR GS 2027 Important Dates
TIFR has announced the GS-2027 schedule up to the written test. Interview dates are set later by each department and centre, so those rows show expected months.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application | 26 September to 25 October 2026 Open |
| Fee-waiver and other special requests … | By 11 October 2026, 11:00 PM Closed |
| Hall ticket download begins | November 2026 Expected |
| GS-2027 test, morning session | 13 December 2026 Upcoming |
| Exam | 13 December 2026, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Upcoming |
| Result | February 2027 Expected |
| Programme start | 1 August 2027 Upcoming |
| Answer key | To be announced |
| Final selection lists | To be announced |
How to Apply for TIFR GS 2027
You apply online through the TIFR Graduate Studies website, and each subject test needs its own application and fee. The form is open from 26 September to 25 October 2026 (11 PM).
Apply Online for TIFR GS 2027
Applications for TIFR GS 2027 are open: 26 September to 25 October 2026.
- Check the GS-2027 eligibility table to choose the right subject test and programme (PhD or I-PhD) before you register.
- Open the Begin Application page on tifr.res.in/academics and complete the basic registration: name, date of birth, mobile number, email, Class 10 (SSC) details, subject and programme. These details cannot be changed later, and duplicate registrations are not allowed.
- Sign in with the login details sent to you by SMS and email, then click Go to Application (top right) to fill in the full form. Use a desktop or laptop, as some links may not work on mobile browsers.
- Upload a passport-size photograph and your signature, preferably JPG files under 80 KB each. Selfies or edited photos lead to rejection.
- Pay the fee online, or upload your fee-waiver document if you are asking for a waiver, then submit and save a copy of the form.
| Applicant | Application fee (per subject test) |
|---|---|
| Male | Rs 1,000 |
| Female | Rs 500 |
| Transgender and other gender | Rs 500 |
The fee is non-refundable and is paid online by net banking, card or UPI. A fee waiver on grounds of financial distress can be requested by 11 PM on 11 October 2026 with one document: a letter from your Principal or Head of Department, an EWS certificate, or, for full-time employees, an employer letter with a salary slip.
Who can apply for TIFR GS 2027?
Eligibility depends on the programme you choose. There is no age limit, and final-year students can apply if they complete their degree by July 2027. The main rules from the GS-2027 eligibility table are below.
| Programme | Degree you need |
|---|---|
| Physics PhD | MSc/MS in Physics (at least 5 years after Class 12), or a 4-year UG degree with 75% (CGPA 7.5) |
| Physics I-PhD | 3-year BSc/BS/BE/BTech in Physics or any science or engineering degree; not open to Master’s holders |
| Chemistry PhD | MSc, MTech, MPharm or an equivalent degree |
| Chemistry I-PhD | 3-year BSc/BS or equivalent in science, engineering or medicine |
| Mathematics PhD | MA/MSc/MMath/MStat/ME/MTech in Maths, Statistics, Science or Technology, or a 4-year UG/BS-MS degree with 75% |
| Mathematics I-PhD | BA/BSc/BMath/BStat/BE/BTech; Master’s holders in Maths or Statistics must apply for PhD |
| CS & LIDS PhD | MTech/ME/MCA/MSc in CS, ECE, EE, related branches, Maths or Physics, or a 4-year degree with 75% (GPA 7.5) |
| CS & LIDS I-PhD | 3-year BSc in CS/ECE/EE/related/Maths/Physics, BCA, or a 4-year degree below 75% |
| Biology PhD | Master’s in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Maths; MBBS/BDS; or MPharm/MTech |
| Biology I-PhD | Bachelor’s in Biology, Physics, Chemistry or Computer Science, or a 4-year BTech/BE/BVSc/BPharm |
| Science Education PhD | Master’s in any subject with at least 5 years of study after Class 12 (PG diplomas do not count) |
Some programmes also accept GATE (2025 to 2027), JEST, or a CSIR, UGC, DBT or ICMR JRF in place of the GS test; the eligibility table lists which. If you also take the GS-2027 test, your better score is used.
What is the TIFR GS 2027 exam pattern?
Each subject has its own online multiple-choice test. Most tests last 3 hours, and all of them are held on Sunday, 13 December 2026.
| Subject test | Session (13 December 2026) | Format and marking |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | Section A: 25 MCQs (+3, -1); Section B: 15 MCQs (+5, no negative) |
| Chemistry | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | 40 MCQs (+3, -1) |
| Mathematics (most programmes) | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | Part A: MCQs (+2, -1); Part B: true/false (+2, -2) |
| Mathematics (PhD at CAM) | 9:00 to 11:00 AM | Part A: 10 MCQs (+2, -2); Part B: 10 MCQs (+4, -4) |
| Computer Science & LIDS | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | 15 common + 15 CS + 15 LIDS questions (+4, -1) |
| Biology (JGEEBILS) | 2:00 to 5:00 PM | 60 MCQs (1 or 2 marks, negative marking) plus unscored written answers |
| Science Education | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | 80 MCQs, answer any 50 (2 marks, no negative); 3 descriptive questions (50 marks) |
The formats come from the instruction sheets on TIFR’s syllabus page, some written for earlier tests, so check the GS-2027 instructions before the exam. The TIFR GS 2027 syllabus lists the topics for each test.
Free full-length TIFR GS mock tests with timers and answers.
Which programmes and centres admit through TIFR GS 2027?
GS-2027 scores are used for PhD and I-PhD admission in TIFR’s Mumbai departments and at its centres in Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Pune.
| Subject | Programmes and centres |
|---|---|
| Physics | PhD and I-PhD at TIFR Mumbai (DAA, DCMPMS, DHEP, DNAP, DTP), ICTS Bengaluru, NCRA Pune and TIFR Hyderabad |
| Chemistry | PhD and I-PhD at DCS Mumbai and TIFR Hyderabad |
| Mathematics | PhD at SoM Mumbai, CAM Bengaluru, ICTS and CAM-ICTS (Applied and Computational Maths); I-PhD at SoM and CAM |
| Computer Science & LIDS | PhD and I-PhD at the School of Technology and Computer Science, Mumbai |
| Biology | PhD and I-PhD at DBS Mumbai, NCBS Bengaluru and TIFR Hyderabad |
| Physics of Life | PhD at ICTS and NCBS Bengaluru (no separate test; other subject scores are used) |
| Science Education | PhD at HBCSE Mumbai |
I-PhD students receive an MSc along with the PhD. The fellowship is Rs 37,000 a month for PhD students (Rs 42,000 after PhD registration) and Rs 25,000 a month in the first year of I-PhD, with hostel or HRA.
How are students selected after the TIFR GS 2027 test?
The written test is only the first stage. Each department or centre then shortlists candidates for one or two interview rounds and/or an in-person written test.
- Shortlisting rules differ by subject board and centre. Besides test marks, they may consider your academic record, a write-up and recommendation letters.
- Shortlists are posted on TIFR’s Results of the Entrance Test page and on centre websites; there is no single result date.
- GS-2026 interviews and second-stage tests ran from 16 February to 26 May 2026, so GS-2027 interviews are expected from about February 2027.
- Final selection lists are also published centre-wise, and the programme starts on 1 August 2027.
See the TIFR GS 2027 result page for how to find your shortlist.
TIFR GS 2027 Official Notices and Downloads
- PDFTIFR GS-2027 Advertisement (No. 2026/21)Official site · tifr.res.inOpen
- PDFGS-2027 Eligibility Table (updated 25 September 2026) (25 September 2026)Official site · tifr.res.inOpen
- PDFGS-2027 PosterOfficial site · tifr.res.inOpen
- LINKGS-2027 Application Fee and PaymentOfficial site · tifr.res.inOpen
- LINKSyllabus and Exam Instructions (all subjects)Official site · tifr.res.inOpen
- LINKTIFR Graduate Studies official websiteOfficial site · tifr.res.inOpen