byGaganDeep
Updated on - 1 Jul, 2024
M.S Research program is a terminal degree in most cases and is aimed at the completion of an individual research project in an area of the sciences. Most MS Research programs can be completed in 2 and 3 years when pursued as a full-time course. It comprises of; advanced courses in specific science area such as biology, chemistry, physics, computer science., and research methods. They work under the supervision of a faculty member where they conduct intensive research and at the end of the program, prepare a thesis paper which emanates from the research.
Some of the standardized tests that are normally used for admitting students to M.S. Research programme in various universities are Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), and some universities consider the scores of the programmes like BTech or metrics of undergraduate research like publication in peer reviewed journals for admission.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Master of Science (M.S) in Research |
| Duration | Typically 2 years |
| Course Level | Postgraduate research degree |
| Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with a minimum aggregate percentage, often 55-60% or equivalent CGPA; Some universities may require qualifying exams like GATE or NET |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) |
| Entrance Exam | Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), National Eligibility Test (NET), Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST), depending on the institute |
1. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
2. Positive score in any national/state level tests such as GATE or NET or any tests conducted by the university/institute.
3. Sufficient academic performance and record with good grades, projects, internships, publication.
4. Well-written statement of purpose covering why the applicant wants to pursue the program and their research interests relevant to the areas offered in the department.
5. Recommendation letters that portray the candidate in a positive light with special emphasis on the research capabilities of the candidate.
6. Interview performance of the candidate that covers the area of his research capability, subject knowledge, communication skills.
| Specialization | Job Titles | Average Salary (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Research Scientist (AI/Machine Learning), Software Engineer (Research & Development) | 4,50,000 - 9,00,000 |
| Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.) | Research Scientist (Drug Discovery, Biotechnology), Research Associate (Academia) | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |
| Engineering (Various Fields) | Research and Development Engineer, Materials Research Scientist | 4,00,000 - 8,50,000 |
| Environmental Science | Environmental Research Scientist, Sustainability Researcher | 4,00,000 - 8,00,000 |