IGIDR Mumbai invites applications for M.Phil/PhD Programmes

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research (IGIDR) is an advanced research institution established by the Reserve Bank of India and accredited by UGC. It is best known for its M.Phil/PhD research programs on development issues.

IGIDR Mumbai has invited applications for Masters in Philosophy as well as Doctor in Philosophy programmes for the year 2015.

Eligibility:

Candidates should have obtained one of the following degrees or its equal: M.A. /M.Sc in Economics/M.Stat. /M.Sc. (Physics or Mathematics or Environmental Science or Operations Research)/M.B.A./M.Tech./M.E./B.Tech./B.E. with at least 55% aggregate marks for Economics and 60% aggregate marks for other disciplines. The aspirant must have studied mathematics at higher secondary level. Students will receive a monthly stipend of Rs 17,000/ in the first two years which can be increased depending on performance.

How to apply:

Candidates can download the application forms through the official website along with a bank draft of Rs 500/ (non-refundable) in favour of Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research payable at Mumbai.

Selection Criteria:

Candidates will be selected on the basis of the online test which will be conducted on April 26, 2015. The online test will be held at the following centers; Delhi, Ahmedabad, Allahabad, Chandigarh, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, and Thiruvananthapuram. The pattern would include General Aptitude, Analytic Ability and Mathematical Skills.

Dates to remember:

Last date for submitting application forms – March 20, 2015
Online Test Date – April 26, 2015
Commencement of Programme – August 3, 2015 onwards