NIT Calicut PhD Admission: Eligibility, Application Process, Dates
NIT Calicut PhD Admission: Eligibility, Application Process, Dates

National Institute of Technology (NIT), Calicut is welcoming applications for admission to the full-time/part-time, internal, and external Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Program in various Departments for the academic session (July).

NIT Calicut PhD Admission

PhD Departments

  • Architecture and Planning
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Bioscience and Engineering
  • Management Studies
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Humanities, Arts and Social Science
  • Centre for Indian Knowledge System

Important Dates

EventDate
Activation of the website for submission of online applicationMarch 12, 2024
Last date for submission of completed application form through onlineApril 17, 2024
Publishing the list of shortlisted candidates for the selection process, on the websiteMay 10, 2024
Selection process for shortlisted candidates (Offline Mode)June 3 – June 10, 2024
Date of Admission and Reporting for the Programme1st week of July 2024 (Tentative)

Schemes

Admission to the Ph.D. programs at NIT Calicut is available under the following schemes:

  1. Scheme I: Full-time registration with Institute Fellowship or other Government Fellowships such as CSIR-UGC JRF/KSCSTE/INSPIRE, etc.
  2. Scheme II: Full-time registration under the Self-Sponsored category.
  3. Scheme III: Full-time registration for candidates sponsored by Industry or other organizations, including Educational Institutions.
  4. Scheme IV: Internal Registration for regular staff employed at NITC/Research staff employed in funded projects at NITC.
  5. Scheme V: External (Part-time) Registration for candidates from Industry or other organizations, including Educational Institutions, who hold a postgraduate degree.
  6. Scheme VI: External (Part-time) Registration for Direct PhD program candidates working in Industry/R&D Labs/Medical Institutions who lack a postgraduate degree but possess relevant experience in reputed Industry/R&D Labs/Medical Institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

  • The candidates applying for admission to Ph.D. Programs at NITC have to satisfy the following minimum academic eligibility requirements as given below:

Faculty of Engineering:

  • The candidates applying for admission to Ph.D. Programs in Engineering departments at NITC must have passed M.E./M. Tech. Degree in the appropriate branch of study with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10)[For SC/ST/PWD candidates, the minimum mark is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)].
  • Candidates are also required to have passed B.E./B. Tech. Degree in an appropriate branch with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10)in the qualifying examination. [For SC/ST/PWD candidates the minimum percentage of marks is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)]. Candidates who secured B. Tech./BE degree under lateral entry should have passed the three-year diploma in engineering with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10) [For SC/ST/PWD candidates 55% marks (CGPA 5.5/10)].
  • Holders of AMIE (approved by AICTE) / other nationally approved programmes equivalent to B. Tech / B.E. in an appropriate area of study, may also be considered eligible.
  • An additional criterion of GATE score (obtained at some point of time in the past) in the respective disciplines or fellowships such as JRF/UGC NET/CSIR/KSCSTE etc. or qualification in any other national level tests as specified by the GoI order* is also mandatory to apply for admission under

Department of Architecture and Planning

  • Master’s degree in Architecture/Design/Planning/Engineering/Technology or its equivalent with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10) [For SC/ST/PWD candidates, the minimum mark is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)]. Candidates are also required to have passed B. Arch./B. Plan Degree with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10) in the qualifying examination [For SC/ST/PWD candidates the minimum mark is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)]. Candidates who secured B. Arch/ B. Plan. degree under lateral entry should have passed the three-year diploma in engineering with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10) [For SC/ST/PWD candidates 55% marks (CGPA 5.5/10)]. Holders of AMIE (approved by AICTE) / other nationally approved programmes equivalent to B.Arch. / B. Plan. may also be considered eligible.
  • An additional criterion of GATE score (obtained at some point of time in the past) in the respective disciplines or fellowships such as JRF/UGC/NET/CSIR/KSCSTE etc. or qualification in any other national level tests specified by the GoI order* is also mandatory to apply for admission under scheme I.

School of Materials Science and Engineering

  • M.E./M. Tech. Degree in the appropriate branch of study /Nanoscience and Technology with minimum 60% marks (CGPA 6.0/10) [For SC/ST/PWD candidates, the minimum mark is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)]. An additional criterion of GATE score (obtained at some point of time in the past) in the respective discipline or fellowships such as JRF/UGC/NET/CSIR/KSCSTE etc. or qualification in any other national level tests as specified by the GoI order* is also mandatory for candidates applying under scheme I. OR
  • Master’s degree in Chemistry/Physics/Life science/Nanoscience and Technology/ any other relevant disciplines related to major areas of research available in the department with minimum 60 % marks (CGPA 6.0/10) or equivalent, [for SC/ST/PWD candidates, the minimum mark is 55% (CGPA 5.5/10)]. A valid GATE score or UGC/CSIR/NBHM/NET/KSCSTE fellowship in the relevant area, tenable from the current year, is also mandatory for candidates applying under scheme I.
  • Candidates applying under schemes II-IV do not require additional eligibility criteria such as GATE score or UGC/CSIR/NBHM/NET/KSCSTE fellowship.
  • More eligibility criteria please check on the website http://www.nitc.ac.in/

Application Fee

  • For OPEN/EWS/OBC/PwD candidates : Rs. 1,000/-
  • For SC/ST candidates : Rs. 500/-
  • Mode of Payment : Through online mode

Application Process

The application process for the Ph.D. programs at NIT Calicut is as follows:

  1. Apply Online: Visit the following links to apply online:
  2. Registration: Register using your email ID and mobile number to create a login on the online portal.
  3. Read Instructions: Before applying, carefully read all the instructions provided to ensure a smooth application process.

Selection Process

The selection process for the Ph.D. programs at NIT Calicut is detailed as follows:

  1. PhD Scheme-I (Institute Fellowship) and Scheme-II (Self-sponsored):
    • Candidates must qualify the National level Ph.D. entrance examination & Interview conducted by NIT Calicut.
    • The exam will be held at NIT Calicut.
    • Seats under Scheme-I with Institute Fellowship are limited. Allocation will be based on a rank list prepared by the Department.
    • Once Institute fellowships are exhausted, remaining candidates in the rank list will be considered for PhD admission under Scheme-II (Self-sponsored), provided they indicated preference for Scheme-II during the application process / Interview.
  2. Candidates with Govt. Fellowships (CSIR-UGC JRF/KSCSTE etc.):
    • Selection based on performance in written test and/or interview conducted by respective Departments/Centre of NIT Calicut.
    • Fellowship as per norms of the funding agency.
  3. PhD Scheme-III to VI:
    • Selection based on written test and/or interview conducted by respective Departments/Centre.

For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website

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