About Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
The Department of Physics at IIT Bombay, Powai, offers a B.Tech, a B.Tech-M.Tech dual degree, an M.Sc in Physics and a PhD programme.
The Department of Physics is one of the science departments of IIT Bombay on the Powai campus in Mumbai. It teaches a four-year B.Tech programme and a B.Tech-M.Tech dual degree for undergraduates who enter through the institute admission process. For science graduates it offers the M.Sc in Physics, and it also runs a PhD programme. The department office can be reached by phone and email through the contact details listed on its own website. Students use the department labs and the central facilities of IIT Bombay.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| 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
Undergraduate B.Tech and dual degree places in the department are filled through the IIT Bombay undergraduate admission process. The M.Sc is filled through the institute postgraduate admission process. PhD scholars are admitted through IIT Bombay research admission notices.
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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Frequently asked questions
Which degrees does the IIT Bombay Physics department offer?
B.Tech, a B.Tech-M.Tech dual degree, M.Sc and PhD.
How can I contact the Physics department at IIT Bombay?
Phone 022-25767551 or email office.phy@iitb.ac.in.
Does the department take PhD students?
Yes, it admits PhD scholars through IIT Bombay research admissions.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Physics, IIT Bombay · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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