IISER Mohali
Integrated PhD in Biological Sciences
A 6-year research marathon from advanced coursework to doctorate defense
Key numbers
Duration
6 Years
Intake
15 Seats
NIRF Rank (Overall)
#64
Mode
Full-time Research
Financial Support
Plus on-campus hostel stays — it’s fully residential
From Coursework to Doctorate
Year +0
Advanced Coursework
Intense foundation in biological sciences + seminar presentations
Year +1
Lab Rotations
Try multiple labs before locking in your thesis advisor
Year +3
Thesis Research
Deep-dive into original research with teaching assistantship exposure
Year +5
Defense & Graduation
Thesis submission, viva voce, and exit to postdoc / industry R&D
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
Must hold a Biology-related bachelor's degree
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Top recruiters
Fee Breakdown Not Public
We don’t have the exact total fee or hostel charges in our current data. Definitely hit up the IISER Mohali admissions office to get the latest numbers and scholarship stipend details before committing.
The verdict
Strong fit
If you are research-obsessed and want a direct, funded PhD route without juggling separate master’s applications, this program is a power move. The tiny 15-seat batch means serious mentorship, and the 6-year timeline is built for deep science. Graduates typically move into postdocs, pharma R&D, and academia. Skip only if you want a quick 2-year industry master’s or an immediate corporate paycheck.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Research & academia
- ✓ Funded integrated PhD pathway
- ✓ Deep lab mentorship
Doesn't match
- ✗ Short-duration degree
- ✗ Immediate high-paying industry role
- ✗ Upfront fee transparency