NIT Trichy PhD admission 2024 are underway. The online application has started on 27th September and the deadline for submitting the online application is 31st October. Admission to the PhD program will be granted on the basis of a written test/interview conducted by the respective department. The institute will conduct the written test or the interview from 4th to 9th Novermber. Given below are the NIT Trichy PhD 2024 admission dates and other details namely eligibility criteria, admission criteria, seats, course details and syllabus. 

NIT Trichy PhD Admission Dates 2024

Tabulated below are the important dates related to NIT Trichy PhD admissions 2024:

Events Dates
Start of Online Application September 27, 2023
Last date for submission of online application October 31, 2023
Tentaive schedule for Written Test / Interview November 4-November 9, 2023

NIT Trichy PhD Key Highlights 

  • NIT Trichy offers PhD in both full time and part time mode of study
  • The minimum duration of the full time Ph.D. program is 2 years and 3 years for a part-time PhD. While the maximum duration is 6 years for full-time and 7 years for Part-time scholars
  • NIT Trichy PhD is offered across 17 areas of specializations

NIT Trichy PhD Eligibility Criteria

Specialization Eligibility Criteria
Engineering Candidates must have a B.E/B.Tech and M.E/ M.Tech in the relevant discipline with 60% aggregate marks
Architecture Candidates must have pursued Bachelor’s in Architecture/Planning followed by a Master’s in Architecture/Design/Planning/Building Engineering/Building Technology with 60% aggregate marks
Management Studies Candidates must have an MBA/ PGDM/ M.A in Industrial Engineering/Management or other relevant disciplines with 60% aggregate marks 
Computer Applications Candidates must have pursued an M.E/M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering/ Data Analytics or M.Sc in Computer Applications with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA 
Science & Humanities Candidates must have pursued a Master’s in the relevant discipline with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA 

Note: 5% relaxation of marks is provided to SC/ST/ PwD candidates

NIT Trichy PhD Admission Criteria

  • NIT Trichy PhD admissions are entrance-based. Candidates must appear for one of the following exams to meet the basic admission criteria:
    • For PhD in Engineering or Architecture candidates must obtain a valid score in GATE
    • For PhD in Management Studies candidates required a valid score in CAT / XAT / MAT / GMAT / GATE / UGC-NET/JRF/RGNF
    • Candidates applying for PhD in Computer Applications must have a valid GATE/NET/UGC/CSIR/NBHM score
    • PhD in any of the Science disciplines is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/GATE/UGC-NET/MAT exams
  • Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a technical and personal interview. 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official site of the NIT, Trichy and click on ‘PhD Admission’
  • On the admission portal, create a user id and password
  • After user-id gets done, candidates can log in to the official site to apply for the Ph.D. program
  • As per the details asked in the application form, candidates need to accurately fill in all the desired details.
  • Next, upload all the documents accordingly.
  • Once all details are filled in, proceed to pay the application fee of Rs 500 for OC/OBC-NCL and Rs 200 for SC/ST/PwD
  • FInally, candidates need to take a printout of the application for further use.

Documents Required

  • ID proof (PAN Card/Aadhar Card/Voter ID)
  • Educational Certificates from 10+2 to Masters or equivalent
  • Caste Certificates OBC/SC/ST/PD (if applicable)
  • Character Certificate issued by the HOD of the last qualification
  • Statement of Purpose mentioning the area and type of research work permitted to be carried out
  • GATE/UGC -NET qualification certificate
  • Research paper publications print copy (1st page only) if any
  • Migration Certificates
  • Scholarship/Fellowship certificate
  • NOC from the employer for a one-semester residential stay at NITT, otherwise, the application may get rejected
  • Experience Certificate (if any)

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NIT Trichy PhD Seats 2023

Departments OC Gen-EWS OBC-NCL SC ST Total
Architecture 3 1 2 1 1 8
Chemical Engineering 3 1 2 2 - 8
Chemistry 3 - 2 1 1 7
Civil Engineering 5 2 3 2 1 13
Computer Applications 2+1 PWD - 3 1 1 8
Computer Science and Engineering 5 1+1 PWD 2 1 - 10
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 3+1 PWD 1 3 2 1 11
Electronics and Communication Engineering 5 1 3+1 PWD 2 1 13
Energy and Environment 1+1 PWD - 1 - - 3
Humanities and Social Sciences 1 1 1 1 PWD 1 5
Instrumentation and Control Engineering 3 1 1+1 PWD 1 - 7
Management Studies 3 0 2 1 1 PWD 7
Mathematics 4 1 2 1 - 8
Mechanical Engineering 6 1 3 2 1 13
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering 2 1 3 1 1 8
Physics 3 1 1 1 - 6
Production Engineering 4 1 3 2 1 11
Total 59 15 39 22 11 146

NIT Trichy PhD Courses Details

  • Duration of the Program: The minimum duration of the full time Ph.D. program is 2 years and 3 years for a part-time PhD. The maximum duration is 6 years for full-time and 7 years for Part-time scholars.
  • Attendance: The attendance of Research scholars shall be maintained by the department. The scholars can avail of leave as per MHRD/ GOI guidelines with the consent of the guide and HoD.
  • Course Work: The scholars should complete four courses within one year or in one semester. 
  • Comprehensive Examinations: On the completion of prescribed course work, scholars need to take a comprehensive examination which will test their knowledge in their area of specialization. There will be a written examination and a viva-voce. On passing, they will be allowed to undertake their doctoral work.
  • Thesis: The researcher will have to present four copies of the synopsis of their research work. They must also give two presentations- one at the beginning of the second year, and the other before submitting the synopsis. If the synopsis is approved, the researcher shall be allowed to submit their thesis 
  • Submission of Thesis: The research scholar shall submit four copies of the thesis within three months of acceptance of the synopsis. The thesis shall then be evaluated. Following this, the researcher will have to undergo a Thesis Viva-Voce examination. If their performance in the viva-voce is satisfactory, they will be awarded the PhD degree. 

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NIT Trichy PhD Syllabus

Course Syllabus
Architecture, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Applications, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Energy & Environment, Humanities & Social Sciences (English), Instrumentation & Control Engineering, Management Studies, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Physics, Production Engineering
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FAQs

Ques. Does NIT Trichy provide PhD scholars a stipend?

Ans. Yes, but its is provided only to full-time PhD scholars admitted in the Stipendiary Category

at NIT Trichy. NIT T provides a stipend of INR 25,000 per month for the first two years and INR 28,000 per month for the next two years. 

Ques. Does NIT Trichy offer part time PhD?

Ans. Yes, those who are working full time in any institution can apply for PhD at NIT Trichy. However, at the time of filling the application form at NIT Trichy, the candidate must submit a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the Parent Organization/ College.

Ques. Is NIT Trichy a good institute to pursue a Ph.D ?

Ans. NIT, Trichy is considered among the Top Engineering Colleges in India. It ranks at 9th position among the top 25 Non-IIT Engineering Colleges of India. It has 100% placement records from the last two years. Therefore, without any doubt, it is considered a good college for the Ph.D. courses as well.

Ques. What facilities are available for Ph.D students at NIT Trichy?

Ans. Hostel accommodation is available for Ph.D. scholars at NIT Trichy for 5 years maximum. However, they have to pay the establishment charges before the semester ends. They also avail the facilities of Library, Shopping Center, Hospital, Swimming Pool, Guest Office, etc. 

Ques. How is the faculty for Ph.D. at NIT Trichy?

Ans. NIT Trichy for Ph.D. has a renowned team of faculties guiding the PhD students. All the faculty members have a PhD from top institutions like IIMs and IITs and are experts in their respective field of interests. Read More: NIT Trichy Faculty