Applications are invited for admission to One-year Post-graduate Diploma Programme in Astrophysiology for the academic session 2026-2027 starting July 2026.
About the programme
With the rapid growth of India’s space research ecosystem and emerging interest in human spaceflight, there is a critical need for academic training in Space Physiology and Analogue Mission Operations. This programme integrates space biology, human physiology under altered gravity, and analogue astronaut simulation training—preparing graduates for interdisciplinary research, mission design, and biomedical applications in space and extreme environments. This is the first-of-its-kind postgraduate programme in India aimed at developing human resources for space life sciences, space medicine, and planetary analogue operations aligned with ISRO’s Gaganyaan and future Bharatiya Antariksha Station (BAS), or other astronaut-oriented initiatives.
Duration
One year consists of 2 semesters and covers 40 credits (As per UGC guidelines)
Teaching Mode
Hybrid (blending online and offline). Offline classes (mostly practicals) will be held at the RKMVERI Belur Math campus. Online classes will held on weekdays.
| Total classes | Semester I | Semester II | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Offline | Online | Offline | |
| Tentatively | 60-70% | 30-40% | 30-40% | 60-70% |
Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc. / B.Tech. / B.E.) in Life Sciences & related disciplines, Biotechnology, Physics, Aerospace / Biomedical Engineering, Exercise Science, or related disciplines with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA). 5% relaxation in marks for SC/ST candidates, as per norm.
Note:
Students who are in their final year of B.Sc (expecting graduation in 2026) can apply with the marksheet of the 2nd year. Students in the final year of B.E/B.Tech. can apply with their mark sheet of the 3rd year.
Important Dates
- Last date of application: 15 June 2026
- RKMVERI Admission Test & Interview: 16-20 June 2026 (tentative)
- Classes begin: 6 July 2026 (Tentative)
How to Apply (Online only)
- Register and log in at Online Admission Portal .
- Fill in the online application form and upload the required documents (passport size photo, mark sheets, certificates, etc.).
- Submit the form and pay the application fee of ₹300 online through the portal.
- Download the Application Receipt/Application Summary from the Dashboard.
- Admit Card for the Admission Test/Interview can be downloaded from the portal once announced. Please check the website/portal regularly for updates.
Program Structure
Semester 1
| Course code | Title of the Course | Credits (Th + Pr) |
|---|---|---|
| PGDAP101 | Environment in Space | 2+0 |
| PGDAP102 | Introduction to Human Physiology | 4+2 |
| PGDAP103 | Cellular and Molecular Biology | 3+0 |
| PGDAP104 | Space Nutrition and Food Technology | 2+0 |
| PGDAP105 | Space Psychology | 3+1 |
| PGDAP106 | Planetary Science and Exoplanets | 3+0 |
| TOTAL | 20 |
Semester 2
| Course code | Title of the Course | Credits (Th + Pr) |
|---|---|---|
| PGDAP201 | Microgravity Physiology and Countermeasures | 2+1 |
| PGDAP202 | Analogue Mission Design and Operations | 1+2 |
| PGDAP203 | Biomedical Instrumentation for Space and Remote Monitoring | 2+0 |
| PGDAP204 | OMICS: Genomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, and Metabolomics | 3+0 |
| PGDAP205 | Human in Extreme Environments | 2+0 |
| PGDAP206 | Dissertation/Internship | 0+7 |
| TOTAL | 20 |
Academic Fee Structure
Fees structure is given on the page: Academic Fees Structure
For any queries, you may contact
- For Academic queries:
- Dr. Arnab Das (Course Coordinator)
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- Dr. Arnab Das (Course Coordinator)
- For any technical queries/issues (with online application, fee payment, etc.):
- Sourav Paul ();
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