Institute of Advanced Virology (IAV) Thiruvananthapuram invites applications from eligible candidates for the PhD program in various domains of Virology.

IAV focuses on conducting advanced research in diagnosis and management of emerging and re-emerging infectious viral diseases. The Institute is affiliated with Regional Centre for Biotechnology, Faridabad and Cochin University of Science & Technology for its academic programmes.

• MSc or an equivalent degree in Life Sciences OR MVSc /MBBS or an equivalent degree from a recognized university.
• Qualifying Marks – 60% or equivalent grade (5% relaxation for OBC(NCL)/SC/ST/PWD)
• Fellowship – JRF from CSIR/UGC / DST-INSPIRE/ DBT-/ICMR/other Govt. agencies having validity of five years.

Last date for submission of online application: 15.01.2026, 5:00 PM

Application Fees: Rs.500/-

For detailed advertisement form log on to www​.iav​.ker​ala​.gov​.in

Link for online application- https://forms.gle/SYW9TWkTybZs…