IIT ISM Dhanbad Physics: B.Tech Engg Physics, M.Sc, PhD

About Department of Physics, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

The Department of Physics at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, a separate unit since 1989, runs a B.Tech in Engineering Physics, a BS-MS in Physical Science, an M.Sc in Physics and a PhD.

Physics has been taught at Dhanbad since the School of Mines opened in 1926, first within a combined physics and mathematics department; the separate Department of Physics was formed in 1989. It now offers a B.Tech in Engineering Physics and a BS-MS in Physical Science at the undergraduate level, an M.Sc in Physics, and a PhD in Physics. The department reports more than 400 students and over 30 faculty members, and it highlights well-equipped research facilities. The mix of an engineering degree and pure science degrees makes it a choice both for students headed to industry and for those planning research careers.

Courses and fees

Course	Mode	Duration	Seats	Fee per year	Total fee
Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Advanced	Full-time	4 yrs	—	—	—
Master of Science	Full-time	2 yrs	—	—	—
Doctor of Philosophy	Full-time	—	—	—	—

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test

The B.Tech in Engineering Physics is filled through the IIT undergraduate admission route based on JEE. The M.Sc in Physics and the PhD follow the institute's own postgraduate and doctoral admission notices for each year.

Typical eligibility

Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Facilities

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