Ph.D. Programme

Symbiosis Institute of Technology, Nagpur Campus, Symbiosis International (Deemed University) (SIU) offers research programmes leading to the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in the Faculty of Engineering (Computer Science & Engineering) only.

• We offer both Full Time/ Part Time Programmes (Ph. D. Cannot be offered in distance education mode).
• PG degree is needed with 55 % marks must. PG Diploma of IIMs, XLRI are eligible, CA/CS with 55 % marks are eligible. Those who are holding PG diplomas from other institutions have to submit equivalence as given by statutory bodies like AICTE/ UGC/ BCI. Approval given AICTE/ Equivalence given AIU is not admissible for eligibility.
• Experience not compulsory. Graduates with long experience are not eligible.
• Those holding NET/ SET/ GATE/M Phil are exempted from the entrance exam. But personal interviews are compulsory. The score must be valid on date of application. Long experience does not entitle any exemption from the entrance test.
• The programme flow is PhD Entrance Test- Personal Interview- Admission- Coursework- Proposal Presentation (leading to confirmation) - Actual Research Work ( Including Publications)- Mid Review - Pre-submission Seminar- Thesis Submission- Thesis Examination- Viva-voce Examination- Provisional Award of Degree- Convocation.
• Coursework decided by Deans of faculties. 75 % attendance is compulsory. UGC regulations warrant regular classes. Those who have completed M Phil with research methodology are exempted from coursework.
• PhD is not a fixed duration programme, and UGC regulations warrant a minimum time of 2 years after confirmation. Max time allowed to submit the thesis is 7 years after getting confirmation in the programme.
• A few full-time students may be offered JRF ship on a merit basis.
• Please have a look at the Supervisor's details on the areas of research on which you can undertake a doctoral programme.
• You may read the PhD rule book for details of fees etc.
• For General Queries on the Ph.D. programme, contact Dr. Sudhanshu Maurya, Research Cell, 1st Floor, SIT Nagpur or call +91-7126192378, Email ID : research@sitnagpur.siu.edu.in

Introduction

The structured PhD program under the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) provides flexibility in multidisciplinary research that focuses on innovative solutions to real-world industry problems as well as societal issues. FoE has motivated intellectual faculty who consider research as an integral part of their responsibilities and publish research papers in highly reputed journals.

Simultaneously, faculty is also engaged in different externally / internally funded projects therein, producing promising results. FoE ensures that the infrastructural facilities, including the online data base, are made available to the researchers and encourages them to file patents on their findings.

FoE has also initiated the collaboration of researcher from reputed universities abroad by appointing the faculty from these universities as co-supervisor to their PhD scholars.

Focus Areas of the Faculty of Engineering

Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning, Deep Learning, Network Coding, Interconnection Networks & Architecture, High Performance Computing, Parallel Computing, Online Phantom Transactions, Natural Language Processing, Security and Cyber security, Internet of things, Data Science, Computer Vision, Embedded Systems, VLSI, Signal and Image Processing, Communications, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Nanotechnology and Nanoscience. Multidisciplinary sensor development, Geo-informatics, Geoscience, Design and Optimization, Blockchain Technology, Drones, Network Security, Biomedical image processing, Signal processing, Cloud, Fog & Edge Computing.

Fellowships

Symbiosis International ( Deemed University) encourages Ph.D candidates to enrol as Full Time Ph.D students.

• The scheme is open to competent and qualified candidates to undertake full time advanced studies and research leading to Ph.D. degree under the University
• SIU also encourages independent fellowship holders (CSIR/DBT/DST/etc) to apply. Scientists with funded projects are welcome to be associated.
• SIU has state-of-the-art infrastructure , highly qualified and experienced faculty shape your careers by researching in cutting-edge areas

Sr. No.	The amount of Fellowship is as follows
1	Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)	Rs. 37,000/ Month	for two years
2	Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)	Rs. 42,000/ Month	for remaining tenure as SRF
3	Contingency @Rs. 30,000/ Annum (Contingent expenses incurred for research i.e. purchase of books, travel expenses for research related activities, stationary etc.)

Ph.D. Coursework

Pre-Ph.D. coursework is an important matter of concern for new students who wish to enrol on the Ph.D. programme of SIU.

The following important points be noted.

• M. Phil. degree holders having Research Methodology with B+ grades are exempted from coursework. The decision on exemption from coursework shall be conveyed to individual Deans as per the rulebook after ascertain the eligibility.
• The students who have completed Ph. D from other Universities shall be exempted from coursework.
• Those who have completed coursework in other Universities and taken fresh admissions in SIU Ph. D. Programme are not eligible for exemption from coursework.
• The admitted students have to complete the coursework in the assigned duration (generally between Sept to May every year). The exact scheduling will be communicated by the respective Deans.
• As per UGC norms, the coursework has to be conducted in face to face mode and on weekdays.
• The coursework of 16 credits is compulsory as per the UGC norms. Ensure the requisite attendance (min 75 %) and completion of assignments as per the given time schedule communicated by the concerned Deans. Minimum passing marks are 55 % in each subject. Refer to the Ph.D Rulebook for details.

Ph. D. Supervisors

SIU Ph.D. Rule Book: Click to Download

Eligibility and Reservation Policy

A candidate seeking admission to the Ph.D. programme must satisfy any one of the following eligibility requirements:

1. A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme or A 2-year/4-semester master's degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master's degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of the educational institution. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/ Differently-Abled.
2. Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/ Differently-Abled.
3. Candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification from a foreign educational institution accredited by an assessment and accreditation agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions, shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme.

A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/Differently-Abled.

Note:

International candidates (NRIs, Foreign Nationals and PIOs who have obtained Master's degree from foreign universities) are required to qualify IELTS with 6.5 score or IELA Test (Band 3) of SIU ELTIS, an equivalent test for English language proficiency. Please note that candidates holding Professional Qualifications/ Diplomas/ Post Graduate Diplomas/ Any other qualifications will need to submit the proof of equivalence of the qualifications to master's Degree from a Statutory Bodies like UGC/AICTE/BCI/MCI etc

Reservation:
Within the available vacancies:
Scheduled Castes - 15 %
Scheduled Tribes - 7.5%
Differently Abled - 3%
Kashmiri Migrants - 2 Seats
International Students - 15%

How to Apply

• The process of application is completely online. The candidate is not required to submit any hard copy of application to the University.

• The applications will be live by the end of April every year and open till end of May every year. The University will put up the advertisement on the website of SIU, SCRI and all constituents of the University.

• Check their eligibility as per the Ph.D. Rulebook. Master's degree in relevant discipline is compulsory. Experience is optional.

• Candidates not possessing a Master's Degree awarded by the Universities shall be required to produce equivalence of qualifications from statutory bodies as per the UGC norms/ Ph. D. Rule Book. Please note that equivalence of degree and approval of the institute/ programme are not the same.

• Keep a soft copy of all the documents ready for uploading.

• Note that the University will not be responsible if you miss out any milestone of the admission process including the postal delays.

Important Dates for 2nd Round Admission to Ph.D. Programme 2024

Particulars	Date	Time	Website / Location
Online registration starts	12 Dec 2024	8.00 AM	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Release of Web based advertisement	15 Dec 2024	8.00 AM	As per the policy of SIU
Online registration and payment closes	26 Dec 2024	8.00 AM	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Downloading admit cards	11-15 Jan 2025	12 Midnight to 12.00 Noon	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Ph D Entrance Test	15 Jan 2025	2:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.	Online/ Home/ Office based
Release of results through login and password	18 Jan 2025	12 Midnight	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Personal Interaction (Excluding Sunday)	27 Jan - 1 Feb 2025	10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.	Through ZOOM
First Merit List through login and password	05 Feb 2025	12 Midnight	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Payment of Fees with consent letter	15 Feb 2025	12 Midnight	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Waitlist Result through login and password	18 Feb 2025	12 Midnight	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Waitlist Payment Closed	22 Feb 2025	12 Midnight	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Closing of Admissions	24 Feb 2025	5.00 PM	https://scri.siu.edu.in/
Induction program for Ph.D. 2024 (SR)	4-5 March 2025	10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.	SCRI, Lavale, Pune (Physical)

Pet 2024 Structure

Test Structure: Multiple Choice Questions

Date and Time : Will be Available Soon

• The test would be conducted in an online mode using a safe browser provided by the University

• Candidates with NET/SET/SLET/GATE/M.Phil. or are UGC/CSIR/ICMR DBT/RGNF/MANF/DST Inspire & NBHM Fellows, are exempted from the entrance test during the validity period of the certificate/award. However, such candidates have to mandatorily appear for the personal interview.

• The personal interactions will be conducted through video conferencing mode if they have qualified the entrance test/exempted from the entrance test

• For the Faculty of Law there are no sub-streams and hence one test paper aimed at testing comprehensive knowledge of law would be applicable

• For the Faculty of Management there are no sub-streams and hence one test paper aimed at testing comprehensive knowledge of management would be applicable ( No separate test paper for Finance, Marketing, HR etc)

• For other Faculties ( i.e. FoCS, FoMHS, FoMC, FoHSS) subject specific tests would be applicable

• For the Faculty of Engineering, subject specific tests as mentioned below would be applicable

  • (A) Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electronics & Telecom, Computer Science & IT , Robotics & Automation, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning)

  • (B) Sciences ( Physics, chemistry, Mathematics and Geospatial Sciences)

Application Fees

For Indian Students- The fees differ for different types of students

* Non Refundable

Please read the rulebook carefully for exemption and non-exemption from Ph.D. Entrance Test before applying for the Ph.D. programm.

Fees for applying (foreign students): USD 50

You may pay your SCRI application fee using any one of the available modes to SCRI Ph.D. Programmes

Ph.D. Programme Fees 2024-2025

For more details please visit: Symbiosis Centre for Research and Innovation (SCRI), SIU https://scri.siu.edu.in/