Master of Science [M.Sc] + Ph.D. (Health Informatics)
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About Master of Science [M.Sc] + Ph.D. (Health Informatics)
Indian Institute of Public Health Hyderabad offers an integrated M.Sc + Ph.D. in Health Informatics in collaboration with the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, an Institute of National Importance. The 5-year programme admits 25 students per year and is designed for candidates from public health, medical, and allied health backgrounds. Admission is through the AcSIR entrance process. Total programme fee is INR 10,00,000.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open February 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Integrated design eliminates separate Ph.D. admission after M.Sc completion
- AcSIR research fellowship support available during the doctoral component
- Curriculum covers clinical informatics, bioinformatics, and health data analytics
IIPH Hyderabad MSc PhD Health Informatics Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Programme Fee (average per year) | INR 2,00,000 |
| Total Fees (5-year integrated programme) | INR 10,00,000 |
- Ph.D. component scholars receiving AcSIR fellowship may have fees offset by stipend income.
- Detailed semester-wise fee breakdown is available from the IIPH Hyderabad admissions office.
IIPH Hyderabad MSc PhD Health Informatics Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IIPH Hyderabad Application Window Opens | February 24, 2026 |
| IIPH Hyderabad Application Window Closes | March 6, 2026 |
- Applications are submitted through the AcSIR online admission portal at acsir.emli.in.
- Application fee is INR 1,000 for General/OBC/EWS and INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in any discipline of public health or allied health sciences with minimum 60% marks
- MBBS or bachelor’s degree in dental sciences, Ayurveda, homeopathy, or nursing with minimum 55% marks
- Relevant research or work experience in public health is considered desirable by the selection committee
- Candidates must clear the AcSIR written entrance test and personal interview for final selection
Admission Process
- Monitor the official IIPH Hyderabad website for the annual admission notification
- Register and complete the application form on the AcSIR online admission portal
- Pay the application fee and upload all academic certificates and documents
- Appear for the AcSIR written entrance examination at the designated centre
- Qualify the entrance test and attend the personal interview at IIPH Hyderabad
- Accept the offer letter and complete enrollment formalities with the required programme fee
✓ Opt for this if
- Medical graduate targeting a structured research career in health informatics
- Seeking AcSIR fellowship support during doctoral research without separate Ph.D. entrance
- Planning a career in digital health policy, health data analytics, or health systems research
- Looking for an integrated 5-year research pathway anchored at a public health institution
✗ Skip if
- Looking for a 2-year standalone M.Sc in public health or informatics
- Seeking a non-research career path directly entering clinical or industry roles
- Not comfortable with a long-duration integrated academic and research commitment
IIPH Hyderabad MSc PhD Health Informatics Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AcSIR Junior Research Fellowship | INR 31,000 per month | Integrated Ph.D. scholars in the first two years of the doctoral component |
| AcSIR Senior Research Fellowship | INR 35,000 per month | Integrated Ph.D. scholars from the third year of the doctoral component onward |
| Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST | Maintenance allowance and fee reimbursement | SC/ST students enrolled in postgraduate research programmes at recognised institutions |
| IIPH Hyderabad Merit Scholarship | Variable based on merit | Top-performing scholars selected through the AcSIR programme as per institutional norms |
- AcSIR fellowships are subject to satisfactory academic performance reviews each year.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted via the National Scholarship Portal annually.
IIPH Hyderabad MSc PhD Health Informatics FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for M.Sc + Ph.D. Health Informatics at IIPH Hyderabad?
Ans. The total programme fee for the integrated M.Sc + Ph.D. in Health Informatics at IIPH Hyderabad is INR 10,00,000 for the full five-year duration. The average annual component works out to INR 2,00,000 per year. Scholars in the Ph.D. component who receive AcSIR fellowships of INR 31,000 to INR 35,000 per month can offset a significant part of the programme cost over time.
Ques. What is the eligibility to apply for this programme at IIPH Hyderabad?
Ans. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in public health or an allied health science with a minimum of 60% marks. Alternatively, holders of MBBS or bachelor’s degrees in dental sciences, Ayurveda, homeopathy, or nursing with at least 55% marks are eligible. Candidates with relevant research or fieldwork experience in public health are given preference during the selection process, which includes a written test and a personal interview.
Ques. Is there a fellowship or stipend during the M.Sc + Ph.D. programme at IIPH Hyderabad?
Ans. Yes, scholars enrolled in the doctoral component of the AcSIR-affiliated integrated programme at IIPH Hyderabad are eligible for the AcSIR Junior Research Fellowship of INR 31,000 per month for the first two years. This increases to the Senior Research Fellowship of INR 35,000 per month from the third year onward, subject to satisfactory academic progress and performance in annual reviews conducted by the institute.
Ques. What careers can graduates pursue after completing this programme?
Ans. Graduates of the integrated M.Sc + Ph.D. in Health Informatics from IIPH Hyderabad can pursue careers as health informatics researchers, digital health consultants, data scientists in public health agencies, health policy analysts, and faculty members at public health institutions. Career opportunities exist with central and state government health departments, international organisations like WHO and UNICEF, and national health research bodies such as ICMR and PHFI.
Ques. What is the role of AcSIR in the M.Sc + Ph.D. Health Informatics programme?
Ans. AcSIR, the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, is an Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament. IIPH Hyderabad is one of AcSIR’s constituent institutions. The Ph.D. degree in Health Informatics is awarded by AcSIR, lending the credential national recognition and eligibility for centrally-funded research fellowships. The collaboration also provides scholars access to a multidisciplinary research ecosystem spanning CSIR, ICMR, and ICAR institutions.
Ques. When does IIPH Hyderabad typically open applications for the M.Sc + Ph.D. Health Informatics programme?
Ans. IIPH Hyderabad typically opens applications for the integrated M.Sc + Ph.D. Health Informatics programme in February each year. The 2026 application window was open from February 24 to March 6, 2026. Candidates interested in the 2027 intake should monitor the official IIPH Hyderabad website and the AcSIR online admission portal from January 2027 for the next notification.