Tata Institute of Fundamental Research- Fees
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai is a premier deemed university established in 1945. A national centre under the Department of Atomic Energy, it is renowned for academic strength in fundamental sciences. TIFR offers PG and Doctoral programs, accepting TIFR GS, GATE, NET, JRF, JEST, and JGEEBILS.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, established in 1945, stands as a distinguished deemed university and a National Centre of the Government of India under the Department of Atomic Energy. Envisioned by Dr. Homi Bhabha and supported by the Sir Dorabji Tata Trust, TIFR is a leading research institution celebrated for its significant contributions to scientific research and education. Located on a 15-acre campus in Colaba, Mumbai, TIFR is accredited with an 'A+' grade by NAAC and recognized by UGC. The institute primarily focuses on postgraduate and doctoral programs across various fundamental sciences, including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Science Education. Admission to TIFR is primarily through the TIFR GS entrance exam, with national-level scores like GATE, NET, JRF, JEST, and JGEEBILS also accepted for specific programs, reflecting a commitment to attracting top scientific talent. The institute is dedicated to providing a conducive environment for advanced learning and research, supported by a faculty of 265 members and a student body of 323 as per recent data. TIFR Mumbai continues to be a cornerstone of basic research and scientific development in India.
Fees at TIFR
Explore the comprehensive array of campus facilities available at Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, designed to support every aspect of student life and academic success.
Doctor of Philosophy
Tuition Fee
| Specialization | Fee |
|---|---|
| Biology | 5000 |
| Physics | 5000 |
| general | 5000 |
| Chemistry | 5000 |
| Mathematics | 5000 |
| Science Education | 5000 |
| Computer Science & Learning | 5000 |
| Information and Data Science | 5000 |
Tuition Fee Notes:
TIFR is financed by the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. PhD students receive a monthly fellowship that covers academic costs and living expenses, making the effective tuition fee minimal or zero for fellowship holders. [3]
The stated fee of ₹5,000 per year is a nominal annual fee, typically covered by the fellowship for students admitted to the program. [4, 5, 8]
Payment Due Period: 12 Months
Mess Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| General | Covered by fellowship |
| Vegetarian | - |
| Meal Plan |
|
| Mess Facility | Yes |
| Available Food Options |
|
Mess Fee Payment Schedule:
Payment Due Period: 12Months
Accommodation Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Amount | Covered by fellowship |
| Girls Only Stay | No |
| Accommodation Facility | Yes |
Accommodation - General
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | Covered by fellowship |
| Amenities |
|
| Maintenance Fee | - |
| Security Deposit | - |
| Electricity Charges | - |
| One-time Fee Components | - |
Accommodation Fee Payment Schedule:
Payment Due Period: 12
Pwd Fee Relaxation
PWD Fee Relaxation | Tuition Fee %: - Benefit Tuition: - Benefit Incidental: - |
Academic Support For Pwd:
Support: Scribes for examinations (common provision)
Support: Audio study materials (implied by accessibility commitment)
Support: Extended exam time (common provision)
Supported Disabilities:
Disability: Visual impairment (via screen readers, magnifiers)
Day Schooling Option:
Available: No
Conditions:
Additional Requirements:
Caution Deposit Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: While some institutions have caution deposits, no specific mention of a caution deposit for PhD students at TIFR Mumbai was found in the available information. It is possible it's either negligible or not separately charged given the fellowship structure.
Registration Fee
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Amount | 1000 |
| Mandatory | Yes |
| One-time Payment | Yes |
Registration Fee Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: This is an application fee for the entrance examination (TIFR GS). [4, 7, 25]
Note: For male candidates, the fee is ₹1000, and for female candidates, it is ₹500. Candidates with valid GATE scores are exempted from this fee. [4, 7, 8]
Integrated Master of Science - Doctor of Philosophy
Tuition Fee
| Specialization | Fee |
|---|---|
| Biology | 3000 |
| Physics | 3000 |
| Chemistry | 3000 |
| Mathematics | 3000 |
| Computer Science | 3000 |
Tuition Fee Notes:
TIFR is primarily a research institution that provides monthly fellowships to its students, covering living expenses including accommodation. The tuition fee stated is a nominal annual program fee for the Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. program.
Payment Due Period: 12 Months
Mess Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| General | - |
| Vegetarian | - |
| Meal Plan | - |
| Mess Facility | Yes |
| Available Food Options |
|
Accommodation Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Amount | - |
| Girls Only Stay | Yes |
| Accommodation Facility | Yes |
Accommodation - Single Or Double Occupancy
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | - |
| Amenities |
|
| Maintenance Fee | - |
| Security Deposit | - |
| Electricity Charges | - |
| One-time Fee Components | - |
Pwd Fee Relaxation
PWD Fee Relaxation | Tuition Fee %: - Benefit Tuition: - Benefit Incidental: - |
Day Schooling Option:
Available: Yes
Conditions: Students not opting for college-provided hostel accommodation will receive House Rent Allowance (HRA) as part of their fellowship.
Caution Deposit Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: An older source mentions a refundable security deposit of ₹10,000 for PhD students, but no recent explicit data found for Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. students.
Regitration Fee Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: Application fee for the TIFR Graduate School (GS) 2025 entrance exam is ₹1000 for male candidates and ₹500 for female candidates.
Master of Science
Tuition Fee
| Specialization | Fee |
|---|---|
| Biological Sciences | 0 |
| Wildlife Biology and Conservation | 0 |
Tuition Fee Notes:
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) does not charge tuition fees for its Master of Science programs.
Instead, students admitted to the M.Sc. programs receive a monthly stipend for their living expenses. This is detailed under 'scholarship_options'.
Mess Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| General | - |
| Vegetarian | - |
| Meal Plan |
|
| Mess Facility | Yes |
| Available Food Options |
|
Mess Fee Payment Schedule:
Payment Due Period: 12Months
Accommodation Fee
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Amount | 25000 |
| Girls Only Stay | No |
| Accommodation Facility | Yes |
Accommodation - Double Room
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | 35000 |
| Amenities |
|
| Maintenance Fee | - |
| Security Deposit | - |
| Electricity Charges | - |
| One-time Fee Components | - |
Accommodation - Single Room
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | 50000 |
| Amenities |
|
| Maintenance Fee | - |
| Security Deposit | - |
| Electricity Charges | - |
| One-time Fee Components | - |
Accommodation - Shared Accommodation
| Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Amount | 25000 |
| Amenities |
|
| Maintenance Fee | - |
| Security Deposit | - |
| Electricity Charges | - |
| One-time Fee Components | - |
Accommodation Fee Payment Schedule:
Payment Due Period: 12
Pwd Fee Relaxation
PWD Fee Relaxation | Tuition Fee %: - Benefit Tuition: - Benefit Incidental: - |
Academic Support For Pwd:
Support: NA
Day Schooling Option:
Available: No
Conditions:
Additional Requirements:
Caution Deposit
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Amount | 10000 |
| Mandatory | Yes |
| One-time Payment | Yes |
Caution Deposit Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: This amount is typically refundable at the time of exit from the program upon submission of a No Dues Certificate.
Regitration Fee
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Amount | [object Object] |
| Mandatory | Yes |
| One-time Payment | Yes |
Regitration Fee Notes:
Payment Due Period:
Note: This is a non-refundable application fee for the TIFR Graduate School (GS) entrance exam for the 2025-26 academic session.
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