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What are the eligibility criteria for a PhD at IIT Kharagpur?
The major criteria for admission to the Ph.D. program at IIT Kharagpur are mentioned below:
- A minimum of 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale in the qualifying degree in Engineering /Science /Commerce /Management/ Law and/or equivalent
OR
- A minimum of 55% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale in the qualifying degree in Humanities/Social Science/MBBS degree
The qualifying degree for admission into Ph.D. course is given below:
- M.Tech / MS / ME / M.Sc.(Engg.,)
- M. Arch./ MCP (Master of City planning) /MRP (Master of Regional Planning)
- M. Phil. (2 years program)
- MBA / PG Diploma in Management of 2-year duration (after completion of B.Tech/M.Sc/MA/M.Com)
- LLM after (either) at least 5 years of integrated LLB degree after 10+2 examination OR 3 years LLB degree after 10+2+3 examination
- A degree equivalent to any of the above
OR
- B.Tech./ BE / B.Sc (Engg.)
- B.Arch.
- M.Sc. / MA / M. Phil. (1 year program)
- MBA / PG Diploma in Management of 2-year duration (after completion of BA/B.Sc/B.Com)
- MBBS degree with a compulsory one-year internship
- 5 years of integrated LLB degree after 10+2 examination OR 3 years LLB degree after 10+2+3 examination
- A degree equivalent to any of the above
The final selection to the Ph.D. program is done on the basis of a Department-Based Test followed by Academic Performance and Work Experience and an Interview.
GATE/ NET/ CSIR/ UGC or SLET-qualified candidates are also eligible for admission. The admission panel m also considers the candidates’ Academic records and Interview Performance while giving out the final merit list.
What should be written in research proposal IIT Madras Direct PhD?
This answer is based on the assumption that you already have an experience of research in your previous degree in a particular area of interest and you are willing to expand it through Ph.D. The research proposal should be based on this area of expertise only and the prescribed word limit should be followed. A research proposal for a Direct Ph.D. program at IIT Madras should include:
- A clear and concise statement of the research problem or question
- A review of the relevant literature and current state of knowledge on the topic
- A description of the research methods and techniques that will be used to investigate the problem
- A detailed plan for data collection and analysis
- A discussion of the expected outcomes and contributions of the research to the field.
Let me explain this with the help of an example. You have a previous Master's degree in Biotechnology with work experience in cell culture. But you want to expand your research in cancer. Write a detailed idea of what, how, and why you are willing to conduct research in this field.
Your proposal will give a better picture of your research expertise and your level of knowledge to the panels and they will evaluate you based on your previous degree score, GATE score, written exam score, and viva performance apart from the proposal.
The research proposal primarily helps you in short-listing the professors under which you will work based on their area of research. You don’t need to be working on the topic you wanted and might have to work on the professor's research work.
Your proposal should portray your area of research work that is possible to be completed in 2-3 years.
How do I take admission in PhD course in IIT Delhi?
IIT Delhi offers many Ph.D. programs, admissions are done on the basis of the following entrance exams GATE, and NET. The final shortlisting is done on the basis of personal interviews.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have completed any of the following programs; M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc/MBA with a minimum of 60% marks.
OR
- Must have completed B.E/B. Tech with minimum 70% marks in the discipline you are planning to pursue a PhD
- Must have cleared either of these GATE/ CSIR/ UGC NET/ ICAR/ DST INSPIRE fellowship
Selection Criteria
To get shortlisted for the interview, candidates from MSc./MBA/M.A./MBBS background must score at least 300. The final admissions are based on personal interviews.
How is the hostel for girls studying PhD at IIT Kharagpur?
Most MTech and Ph.D. female students are assigned the following hostels
- Sister Nivedita
- Rani Laxmibai
- Gokhale halls of residence
- Mother Teresa hall
All these hostels are in close proximity to the main building and entrance thus making it easy for female students to commute to and fro from the hostel.
A typical room in these halls of residence consists of proper bedding, a table, a chair, and a LAN port. Every hostel has its own mess faculty that works under the supervision of the hall management committee or private contractor. The best part is the flexible environment posing no restrictions on girls and no discrimination between boys and girls.
IIT Kharagpur offers the best hostel life with a splash of greenery, tranquility, and a serene environment.
I will complete my MSc in applied geology next year from IIT Kharagpur. What should I do to opt for a PhD program at IIT Bombay/IIT Kharagpur?
The first step in the journey of getting a Ph.D. degree is giving either of these exams; GATE, NET, CSIR, or UGC. Next, you have to decide on a particular field in which you will be conducting your research. After this, you have to look for a faculty advisor that has experience in the kind of research work you are looking for. His teaching style should necessarily align with your learning style. Conduct extensive research on the topic you will be working on.
IIT Bombay: Here, you are required to do some coursework on the topic you have chosen. Choose the course that will give you more opportunities than others. Most Ph.D. students take some courses only to make up the required credits. This is not right as you will miss the opportunity to learn so much from every department. The most preferred courses are CS and Modelling at IIT Bombay.
One can even upgrade their skills in Mathematics and Statistics. Other courses that might help you in research work are fluid mechanics, soil mechanics, inorganic chemistry, solid-state physics, and thermodynamics.
Basically, you should choose your coursework not only for credits but to get knowledge of the research work you will be doing. Seek help from your advisor on the same.
How is MS by Research at IIT Madras different from Phd? Considering both are research focused programs.
The basic differences between MR at IIT Madras and Ph.D. at IIT Madras are
- Research: MS program has less research work than Ph.D. It is considered an extended version of MS and many MS students go for a Ph.D. afterward.
- Degree: An MS degree is awarded if the student has a minimum of 1 international conference paper and if the panel is satisfied that the work has met the standards of the institute. Whereas a Ph.D. is awarded only when the student has a minimum of 2 international journal papers and if the panel is satisfied and considers it as per the standards of the institute.
- Coursework: An MS student needs to take at least 5 graduate courses whereas a Ph.D. needs to take 4. Additionally a Direct Ph.D. or M.S.+PhD. needs to take 8.
- Duration: The time taken to complete an MS program is between 1.5-3 years whereas for a Ph.D. and M.S. + Ph.D it takes 3-5 years. This duration might be increased in case a student is unable to complete it in the given time frame.
- Viva: In Ph.D., you are required to pass a challenging Viva Voce, while in M.S. you need not. The difficulty level of this viva varies from department to department.
- Stipend: Under the HTRA scheme, an MS student gets INR 12400 while a Ph.D. student gets INR 25000.
Despite these differences, the general routine and schedule of both MS and Ph.D. are similar. Ultimately, more than your program, your research topic and performance will matter.
When will applications for PhD will start ?
Amity Noida has released the application notification for Ph.D. The last date to apply for the program is 20 May 2022. PET dates are 25 May and 15 June 2022. They will soon declare the interview dates. Only those students who qualify for PET will get the interview calls. You can fill in the application form by visiting the official website - Amity Noida Admission.
Can I pursue ph.d after complete my IPM course from IIM Indore?
The IPM course in IIM Indore used to be a diploma course and earlier it was not possible to do a Ph.D. after graduating. But now because the five-year integrated IPM program is a degree course, you can easily enroll for Ph.D.
To the best of my knowledge, if you are a commerce student you are not eligible for the IPM entrance exam that is IPMAT. Commerce students with maths as a subject are still eligible for the paper. The IIM authority has clearly stated that maths has to be a compulsory subject in class 12th to be eligible for IPMAT. It is a primary criterion. You can also be eligible if maths is an optional subject instead of PE or CSC.
Is a Phd from IGNOU worth it/valuable?
Yes, a Ph.D. from IGNOU is valuable. It is accredited by UGC. So, a Ph.D. degree from IGNOU is accepted for any government jobs in India. Also, among the open universities, IGNOU is the only one that is recognized by most countries.
IGNOU offers fulltime PhDs. There are limited seats and admission is done through an entrance test and interview.
Are master's degrees from IGNOU acceptable for admission into Ph.D courses in top universities?
Yes, IGNOU is UGC approved, so masters degrees from IGNOU are acceptable for Ph.D. courses in top universities.
But to get admission you will have to meet the other eligibility criteria as well. The university will check your marks, rank, average, and age. As IGNOU is an open university, there is no age bar for learning any degree.
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