The Center of Excellence in Space Sciences India (CESSI) is a multi-institutional Center of Excellence hosted by the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Kolkata. CESSI explores the Sun's activity, generates the understanding necessary for space weather forecasting, hunts for gravitational waves, supports national space science initiatives, and participates in international capacity building activities. Students admitted to CESSI have the opportunity to work in collaboration with our faculty drawn from various astronomy institutions and space science organizations in India. Further details: http://www.cessi.in/
PhD in Space Sciences
We seek candidates with strong motivation to pursue research in astrophysics, astronomy and space sciences. Candidates should have MS/MSc/MTech degrees in Physical Sciences, or allied Engineering disciplines that are deemed suitable by the selection committee for PhD research at CESSI. For detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures, refer to the online application portal. International students may apply through the Study in India program of the Government of India.
Deadline: 01 May 2022
Website: https://apply.iiserkol.ac.in/phd/cessi_application.html
MS by Research in Space Science
We seek applications from students with an undergraduate degree in Physics or Engineering or allied disciplines who are highly motivated to pursue a career in space science and technology research. Engineering graduates wishing to contribute to computational modeling, data analytics and instrumentation in astronomy, astrophysics or space sciences are particularly encouraged to apply. International students may apply through the Study in India program of the Government of India.
Deadline: 20 May 2022
Website: https://apply.iiserkol.ac.in/mss/
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Center of Excellence in Space Sciences India (CESSI) at IISER Kolkata welcomes applications to its Masters’ and PD programs in Space Sciences from international students through IISER Kolkata’s participation in the Study in India program. International students should register and apply through the Ministry of Education’s Study in India portal: https://www.studyinindia.gov.in/.
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Dr. Dibyendu Nandi
