Translational Health Science and Technology Institute – THSTI JNU PhD Admission 2026-27 (Winter Session)

Applications are invited for the BRIC – THSTI – JNU Ph.D. Program 2026-27 (Winter Session). Candidates from Medical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and Information Sciences are eligible to apply.

About THSTI

Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) is committed to conducting innovative translational research and developing research collaborations across disciplines and professions to translate concepts into products to improve human health.

THSTI has established various centres namely:

• Centre for Maternal and Child Health
• Centre for Viral Therapeutics and Vaccines
• Centre for Tuberculosis Research
• Centre for Microbial Research
• Centre for Immunobiology and Immunotherapy
• Centre for Drug Discovery
• Clinical Development Services Agency
• Computational and Mathematical Biology Centre
• Centre for Bio-design and Diagnostics

These centres are strengthened by many core facilities namely:

• Bioassay Laboratory
• Biorepository
• Biosafety Level – 3 Lab
• Data Management Centre
• Immunology Core Laboratory
• Multi-OMICS Facility
• Experimental Animal Facility, and
• Vaccine Design and Development Facility.

Eligibility Criteria

For Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Information Sciences Domain:

Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) of UGC, CSIR, ICMR or DBT

OR

Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) of 3 years which should be extendable for 2 more years for pursuing Ph.D.

For Mathematics Domain:

Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) of UGC, CSIR, ICMR, DBT, NBHM, GATE or UGC (Category – II/ III)

OR

Senior Research Fellowship of 3 years which should be extendable for 2 more years for pursuing Ph.D.

Note: The validity for activation of the fellowship shall be for a period of at least 4 months from the last date of receipt of application.

For Medical Sciences:

Should have MBBS/ BDS/ BAMS/ BHMS/ MD/ MDS/ MPH or its equivalent from a recognized university/institute with at least 55% marks or its equivalent

Selection Procedure

• The shortlisted candidates will be called directly for the interview. The list of selected candidates will be published on the THSTI’s website.
• Selection will be made based on the applicant’s performance in the interview. The interview will take place at THSTI, NCR BSC, 3rd Milestone, Faridabad- Gurgaon Expressway, Faridabad – 121001.
• Those who have obtained fellowship under OBC/SC/ST category will be entitled to fill up OBC/SC/ST seats respectively. Such candidates must upload their scorecard while filling out the online application form. In case the scorecard is not made available by the exam conducting agency at the time of form submission, it must be produced at the time of the interview.
• The number of vacancies that are actually filled up may be less than the notified number of seats if sufficient suitable candidates are not found.
• Reservation policy will be followed as per Government of India norms. SC/ST/OBC candidates are required to submit the certificates in respect of their claims from the authorized officers as notified by the Government of India for the purpose from time to time.
• The Ph.D. Program at THSTI is governed by JNU rules. For further details, please visit www.jnu.ac.in.
• Selected students will have to undergo Ph.D. course work for 2 semesters. Those having successfully completed the Ph.D. course work requirement will be recommended to JNU for Ph.D. registration. For the award of the doctoral degree, the candidate will have to complete all the requirements as per the JNU rules.
• Admission fees, annual fees, registration fees or any other fees levied by JNU shall be payable by the student.
• Selected students will have the option of shared hostel accommodation in lieu of their HRA.

Application Process

• The eligible and interested candidates may apply online at the Institute’s website. Applications through any other mode will not be accepted.
• Candidates must ensure that he/ she fulfils all the eligibility criteria as stipulated in the advertisement. If it is found that he/ she does not fulfil the stipulated criteria during the admission process, the candidature of the candidate will be cancelled. If the same is noticed after the appointment, the candidate will be terminated following due process

Documents to be kept handy before filling up the online application

• A soft copy of your passport size photo and signature (jpeg/jpg/png format)
• A comprehensive CV containing details of qualification/ distinctions, etc.
• Matriculation certificate (equivalent to 10th Standard)/ Mark sheet
• Intermediate certificate (equivalent to 12th Standard)/ Mark sheet
• Graduation/ Diploma degree certificate/ Mark sheet
• Post-Graduation degree certificate and Mark sheet (if applicable)
• Copy of Fellowship Award Letter and Score Card
• Caste/Disability certificate in the format prescribed by the Govt. of India, if applicable

Last date for receipt of online application : 21 December, 2025

• Notification
• Application Form
• THSTI Website