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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
Event | Date |
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Activation of the website for submission of online application | March 12, 2024 |
Last date for submission of completed application form through online | April 17, 2024 |
Publishing the list of shortlisted candidates for the selection process, on the website | May 10, 2024 |
Selection process for shortlisted candidates (Offline Mode) | June 3 – June 10, 2024 |
Date of Admission and Reporting for the Programme | 1st week of July 2024 (Tentative) |
Schemes
Admission to the Ph.D. programs at NIT Calicut is available under the following schemes:
- Scheme I: Full-time registration with Institute Fellowship or other Government Fellowships such as CSIR-UGC JRF/KSCSTE/INSPIRE, etc.
- Scheme II: Full-time registration under the Self-Sponsored category.
- Scheme III: Full-time registration for candidates sponsored by Industry or other organizations, including Educational Institutions.
- Scheme IV: Internal Registration for regular staff employed at NITC/Research staff employed in funded projects at NITC.
- Scheme V: External (Part-time) Registration for candidates from Industry or other organizations, including Educational Institutions, who hold a postgraduate degree.
- 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:
- Apply Online: Visit the following links to apply online:
- Registration: Register using your email ID and mobile number to create a login on the online portal.
- 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:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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