ICTS – S. N. BHATT MEMORIAL EXCELLENCE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2020

International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS-TIFR), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Bengaluru invites applications from academically bright and motivated students for the ICTS – S. N. Bhatt Memorial Excellence Fellowship Program every summer typically around middle of May till middle of July. This program offers an opportunity to undergraduate/masters students of Science and Engineering to work with faculty and post-doctoral fellows of the Centre and to participate in research at the frontiers of knowledge. Students from previous years have contributed productively to research at ICTS, and many have continued research careers at universities around the world (see the links under “Students” on the right). Applications are invited from both Indian and foreign nationals. For the Physics stream, this summer program also provides an early route to the Ph.D and Int Ph.D graduate program at ICTS. Candidates who perform outstandingly in the summer program will be provided an unique opportunity to apply early for admission to our graduate program. Upon subsequently clearing a written test and interview, successful candidates will receive early PhD/Int PhD offers. Eligibility Undergraduate students of science, mathematics and engineering, who are in their third, fourth or fifth year of the program are eligible to apply. Exceptional undergraduates in their second year may also apply. Masters degree students and those who have completed their undergraduate are also welcome to apply. How to apply Interested candidates should apply online with their CV and relevant details. The applicants also need to arrange at least two recommendation letters. Applications will be normally reviewed in February and results will be declared around early March every year. The application deadline is 15 January 2020, 17:00 hrs Indian Standard Time. Please note that the online application form will automatically stop receiving applications after the deadline and late applications will