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Ph.D. (Applied Physics) is a post graduate research degree that aims to hold the knowledge of physics and its laws and applies it to design and invent new gadgets. The duration of Ph.D. Applied Physics program in India is between 4-6 years for pursuing the full time course. The first 2 years includes: classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, mathematical physics, computational physics method and laboratory practice. After that there are approximately 2-4 years of doctoral research studies which involve students in collaboration with their advisors on new research and innovation in areas such as optics, electronics, energy, medical imaging, atmospheric physics and environmental modeling.
The usual entrance exams accepted for admission to Ph.D. Applied Physics programs are: Realizing the significance of GATE, aspirants should score above the cut-off set by various institutes and universities along with CSIR UGC NET for JRF. Some institutes also have their own entrance exams also Many of the institutes have their own entrance tests also.
| Highlight | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full Form | Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Applied Physics |
| Duration | Typically 3-5 years |
| Course Level | Doctorate |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in Physics or related fields with a minimum required percentage |
| Top Colleges | Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), University of Delhi, University of Mumbai |
| Entrance Exam | Joint Entrance Screening Test (JEST), CSIR-UGC NET |
1. Bachelor’s degree in Physics or any other related subjects from a recognized University obtaining minimum 55% of the total marks.
2. Pass specific entrance examinations like CSIR-UGC NET JRF or GATE with the appropriate passing grade. Some institutes have their own tests called entrance tests.
3. The short listed candidates shall undergo an interview session aimed at ascertaining their research ability, knowledge in the subject area, and communication skills respectively.
4. The final decision would be taken after the written test, interview performance and the qualification of the candidate.
5. Final year students in Master’s Degree program can also apply provided they fulfill minimum marks standards at the time of admission also.
6. Some institutes may offer scholarships to candidates with lower entrance qualifications or for students with prior research experience.
| Subject | Important Topics |
|---|---|
| Mathematical Methods in Physics | Complex Analysis, Differential Equations, Fourier Analysis, Linear Algebra |
| Classical Mechanics | Newtonian Mechanics, Lagrangian Mechanics, Hamiltonian Mechanics, Nonlinear Dynamics |
| Electromagnetic Theory | Maxwell’s Equations, Electromagnetic Waves, Waveguides and Transmission Lines, Electromagnetic Radiation |
| Quantum Mechanics | Wave Mechanics, Schrödinger Equation, Quantum States and Operators, Quantum Tunneling |
| Solid State Physics | Crystal Structure, Band Theory of Solids, Semiconductor Physics, Magnetic Properties of Materials |
| Optics and Photonics | Geometrical Optics, Wave Optics, Fiber Optics, Laser Physics |
| Nanotechnology | Nanostructures, Nanomaterials, Nanofabrication Techniques, Applications in Physics and Technology |
| Statistical Mechanics | Thermodynamic Principles, Boltzmann Distribution, Phase Transitions, Kinetic Theory |
| Computational Physics | Numerical Methods, Monte Carlo Simulations, Finite Element Methods, Computational Modeling in Physics |
| Experimental Techniques in Physics | Spectroscopy Techniques, X-ray Diffraction, Electron Microscopy, Particle Accelerators |
| Research Methodology | Literature Review, Proposal Writing, Ethics in Research, Scientific Communication |
| Specialization | Job Title | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | Material Scientist (Applied Physics), Thin-Film Engineer, Nanotechnologist | 6-10 |
| Photonics & Optics | Optical Engineer, Photonics Researcher, Laser Physicist | 5.5-9 |
| Electronics & Devices | Semiconductor Device Engineer, Microelectronics Engineer, MEMS/NEMS Design Engineer | 6-10 |
| Energy Physics | Fusion Energy Researcher, Solar Cell Physicist, Battery Research Scientist | 5-8 |
| Computational Physics | Computational Physicist, Physics Simulations Specialist, Machine Learning Engineer (Physics background) | 6-9 |
