What's next for you?

Looking for a PhD? 🎓

I might be taking on a PhD student for Fall (August) 2026! If you are interested in pursuing your doctorate under my supervision, please keep an eye on the official advertisements for application details.

To understand the specific background and the nature of work involved, please visit the Research Page.

Our work is multidisciplinary and centers on:

  • Black-hole physics
  • Early and late-time Cosmology
  • Multimessenger observational signatures of strong gravity
  • Gravitational waves
  • Modified gravity and Quantum gravity phenomenology
  • Semi-classical gravity

Undergraduate and Master's Thesis Opportunities 🔬

Please have a look at mentoring page which contains a list of undergraduate and master's thesis projects that have resulted in publications. This will give you a rough idea of the background knowledge (General Relativity, good understanding of Quantum Mechanics, and basics of Quantum Field Theory) that is expected.

If you're a third or fourth-year undergraduate or a first-year Master's student interested in a semester-long or year-long project, feel free to send me a detailed email with the subject line "Seeking Undergraduate/Master's thesis project position". Please include the following:

  • CV containing any previous research experience
  • Transcript containing all relevant Physics courses
Also keep a look at IITB Research Internship awards deadline.

Important Note on Accommodation: It's often challenging to secure on-campus accommodation for project students. Please be aware that you might need to arrange your own lodging.

Thinking About Research? Here's What to Expect! 🤔

Students often ask me what the "day-to-day" of my research looks like. Some who have worked with me in the past have noted that, at times, the projects can feel like an endless exercise in intensive algebra and complex computation.

"In theoretical physics, the 'Big Ideas' are the destination, but rigorous mathematics is the only vehicle that can get you there."

It is true: building a career in gravity and cosmology requires more than just physical intuition—it requires mastering the craft. Developing high-level analytical and computational skills is a non-negotiable part of the journey. Think of these "algebraic marathons" not as hurdles, but as the essential tools you need to build a bridge between a creative hypothesis and a scientific proof.

Mastering these fundamentals is what allows you to eventually see the beauty in the results. If you are willing to put in the work at the desk, the reward is the unique thrill of discovering something about the Universe that no one else knew before.

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Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunities in India

Our group actively welcomes and supports talented candidates interested in applying for prestigious postdoctoral fellowships to be held at IIT Bombay. We encourage prospective fellows to consider the following primary Indian national fellowships:

If you are interested in applying for one of these fellowships with our group, please contact me via email with the subject line "Seeking postdoctoral position".

Summer Internships

I take a limited number of summer interns; however, it is generally challenging to secure on-campus accommodation for project students. Please be aware that you might need to arrange your own lodging.

Accommodation Advantage: If you apply through the Science Academies' Summer Research Fellowship Program (deadline is end of January each year) and are selected to work under my guidance, you will be provided with on-campus accommodation.

If you wish to write to me before applying for the Academies fellowships, please feel free to send a detailed email with the subject line: "Seeking summer internship position".

Please include the following in your email:

  • CV containing any previous research experience
  • Transcript containing all relevant Physics courses

A Must-Read for Aspiring Researchers! đź’ˇ

I receive many well-intended emails from enthusiasts and students who believe they have already "solved" the problem of Dark Energy, the Big Bang, or Quantum Gravity. While I appreciate the enthusiasm, it is important to be candid: intuition alone is not enough.

To truly contribute to our understanding of physical laws, one must first master the formal "language" of the universe—mathematics and the established frameworks of Modern Physics. Without this foundation, even the most creative ideas remain outside the realm of professional science.

I highly recommend all students explore Nobel Laureate Prof. Gerard 't Hooft's page: How to become a GOOD Theoretical Physicist.

Professor 't Hooft provides a comprehensive roadmap of the subjects you must absorb—from classical mechanics to quantum field theory—before you can realistically approach the frontiers of research. Whether you are a young student or a self-learner, please take his advice to heart: be serious about the work, and respect the depth of the field.

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