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Ph.D Courses, Eligibility and Admission March-2025

Are you driven to achieve the highest levels of academic accomplishment within your specialized field? Brainware University extends an invitation for the academic year 2024-25, presenting PhD courses that serve as a catalyst for scholars to pioneer groundbreaking research and drive the frontiers of knowledge forward. For comprehensive insights into our PhD programs, including eligibility prerequisites and the admission procedure at Brainware University, kindly refer to the details provided below or reach out to our dedicated admissions office. Step into Brainware University and commence an expedition towards academic brilliance and impactful research!

Ph.D. Programme at Brainware University

The Ph.D. programme at Brainware University is designed to create research interest among young minds who are dynamic and capable of addressing complex problems. The in-house research supervisors and senior professors have worked in prominent universities and institutions across the country and even internationally. The laboratory infrastructural facilities are modern and well-equipped. The university faculty has experience handling multiple government and industry-funded research grants.

Brainware University Research Fellowships are provided to deserving candidates while liberal seed funding is provided to research proposals that demonstrate ideas translatable to innovative products and processes. Support is also provided for filling patents, incubation and start-up development for such innovative ideas. Brainware University Research Fellowships (around Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 35,000 p.m.) will be awarded to selected eligible Full-Time Research Scholars who are not receiving funding from external sources.

The programme is flexible and designed for the best interest of working persons and full-time scholars.

Courses Offered & Proposed Intake: 2025

Brainware University reserves the right to reduce or increase the number of intake.

Name of schoolPhD ProgrammeDepartmentIntake
School of Computational & Applied Sciences PhD in Science (Computer Science) Computational Sciences 4
PhD in Science (Mathematics) Mathematics 4
School of Biotechnology & Biosciences PhD in Science (Biotechnology) Biotechnology 10
School of Medical & Allied Health Sciences PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmaceutical Technology 4
School of Law PhD in Law Law 3
School of Engineering PhD in Engineering (Electronics & Communication Engineering) Electronics & Communication Engineering 4
PhD in Engineering (Computer Science & Engineering) Computer Science & Engineering 10
School of Management & Commerce PhD in Management Management 8
PhD in Commerce Commerce 5
PhD in Hospital Management Hospital Management 1
School of Humanities & Social Sciences PhD in Humanities (English) English & Literary Studies 3

Eligibility

The following are eligible to seek admission to the Ph.D. programme:

(1) Candidates who have completed:

Candidates who have completed 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/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

(2) Candidates who have completed:

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/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

(3) Candidates who have completed:

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/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

Duration of the Programme

  • [1] Ph.D. Programme shall be for a minimum duration of three (3) years, including course work, and a maximum duration of six (6) years from the date of admission to the Ph.D. programme in BWU.
  • [2] A maximum of an additional two (2) years can be given through a process of re-registration as per the Statute/Ordinance of the Higher Educational Institution concerned; provided, however, that the total period for completion of a Ph.D. programme should not exceed eight (8) years from the date of admission in the Ph.D. programme. In case of re-registration, the scholar will have to pay the registration fee and additional semester fee as applicable.
  • Provided further that, female Ph.D. scholars and Persons with Disabilities (having more than 40% disability) may be allowed an additional relaxation of two (2) years; however, the total period for completion of a Ph.D. programme in such cases should not exceed ten (10) years from the date of admission in the Ph.D. programme.
  • [3] Female Ph.D. Scholars may be provided Maternity Leave/Child Care Leave for up to 240 days in the entire duration of the Ph.D. programme.

Procedure for Admission

The admission to PhD programme at Brainware University will be using the following methods, keeping in view the guidelines/norms in this regard issued by the UGC (U.G.C regulations 2022 and NET entrance test criteria notification of 27 March 2024) and other statutory/regulatory bodies concerned, and taking into account the reservation policy of the Central/State Government from time to time.

(1) Brainware University may admit students who qualify for fellowship/scholarship in UGC-NET/UGC- CSIR-NET/GATE and similar National and State level tests as well as students with National/Internationally recognised Graduate scholarships (Eg. DST-INSPIRE, Maulana Azad National Fellowship, Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fellowships) based on only an interview.

The interview for these candidates can be convened by the Dean/Director Research separately on receipt of application of the forms as per requirement and availability of advertised seats. Interview will be held by a Candidate Selection Committee as defined in section 17.3 of Brainware University PhD regulations.

NET Scores can be used for admission to PhD programmes. NET Candidates will be declared eligible under in three categories below as per UGC notification:

Category-1: Eligible for (i) admission to Ph.D. with JRF and (ii) appointment as Assistant Professor.

Category-2: Eligible for (i) admission to PhD. Without JRF and (ii) appointment as Assistant Professor.

Category-3: Eligible for admission to PhD. programme only and not for the award of JRF: or appointment as Assistant Professor.

The JRF-qualified students are admitted into the Ph.D. programme based on an interview as per the University Grants Commission (Minimum Standards and Procedures for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations. 2022

For students who quality in Categories 2 and 3, 70% weightage will be given for test scores and 30% weightage for the interview for admission to Ph.D. programmes. The Ph.D. admission will be based on the combined merit of NET marks and the marks obtained in the interview/viva voce.

And/or

(2)Brainware University may admit students through an Entrance Test (BWU-PET) conducted at the level of the individual university level. The Entrance Test syllabus shall consist of 50% of research methodology, and 50% shall be subject-specific (Annexure I).

Students who have secured 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/differently-abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.

Brainware University may decide the number of eligible students to be called for an interview based on the number of Ph.D. seats available and filled from NET exams above. Clearing the entrance exam does not ensure a call up for interview.

Provided that for the selection of candidates based on the entrance test conducted by Brainware University, a weightage of 70% for the entrance test and 30 % for the performance in the interview/viva- voce shall be given.

Admission Test Details

The test will comprise of two papers, each of 75 minutes duration::

Paper-I (Common for all subjects): This paper will have 50 objective-type multiple-choice questions. The scope of the paper will be General Aptitude, Reasoning, Numerical/ Mental Ability, Indian Education system, Analytical skills/ Research aptitude, Environment, Language Proficiency, Teaching Aptitude and any other topic covered in Paper-I of the UGC-NET.

Paper-II (For subject opted by the candidate): This paper will have 50 objective type multiple choice questions. The scope of the paper will be limited to the core areas relating to concerned discipline/ subject.

  • i. The syllabus of Paper-II will be the same as that of UGC- NET
  • ii. Qualifying marks in the entrance test is 50 percent in aggregate. A relaxation of 5% marks (from 50% to 45%) shall be allowed for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (Non-creamy layers)/Differently abled category in the qualifying marks for the entrance test.
  • iii. All candidates except those who have qualified UGC NET (any of the three categories)/ UGC- CSIR NET/SLET/GATE/ASRB/DBT or any National Entrance test for PhD will be exempt from appearing in entrance exam and maybe selected based on an interview.
  • iv. There will be no negative marking on the Test.

Selection Criteria for Admission

Weightage of different components for determining merit for admission is as under:

ComponentsWeightage (Percent)
Marks obtained in the Entrance Test/any NET70
Performance in the Interview/Viva-voce30
Total100

Fellowships For Full Time Scholars

All Full-Time Research Scholars are eligible to apply for Brainware University Research Fellowships (Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month). The Fellowship will be awarded to the selected eligible Full-Time Research Scholars, who are not receiving funding from external sources.

How to Apply

To apply for the Ph.D. programme of the University, eligible candidates may register an online query by filling their basic contact information above, and clicking the "SUBMIT" button. The candidate will be contacted for further processing.

Fee Structure

Sl.No.DescriptionTime periodUniversity Fee
1Application FeeAlong with Application formRs.2000/-
2Application Fee24.02.2025-26.02.2025Rs.50000/-
3Tuition Fee - Sem 124.05.2025 – 30.05.2025Rs.50000/-
4Registration Fee20.09.2025 – 26.09.2025Rs.20000/-
Tuition Fee - Sem 2Rs.50000/-
5Tuition Fee – Sem 320.02.2026 – 26.02.2026Rs.50000/-
6Tuition Fee – Sem 420.09.2026 – 26.09.2026Rs.50000/-
7Tuition Fee – Sem 520.02.2027 – 26.02.2027Rs.50000/-
8Tuition Fee – Sem 620.09.2027 – 26.09.2027Rs.50000/-
9Thesis Evaluation FeeAt the time of submission of thesisRs.20000/-
  • Continuation of prescribed tuition fees per semester will apply to candidates who are unable to complete their research work within the scheduled three-year period effective from the date of enrolment.
  • Re-registration fees will be applicable if candidates do not complete their research within six years from the date of enrolment.
  • Late payment fines will be as per University norms.

Coursework

Every candidate enrolled for the Ph.D. programme shall undergo coursework. The Credit requirement for the Ph.D. coursework is a minimum of 12 credits, including a “Research and Publication Ethics” and a research methodology course. The DRC can also recommend UGC-recognized online courses as part of the credit requirements for the Ph.D. programme.

All Ph.D. scholars, irrespective of discipline, shall be required to train in teaching/education/pedagogy/writing related to their chosen Ph.D. subject during their doctoral period. Ph.D. scholars may also be assigned 4-6 hours per week of teaching/research assistantship for conducting tutorial or laboratory work and evaluations.

The coursework shall consist of the following:

  • Paper I: Research Methodology (Compulsory) [Credit: 4; Full marks 100; Duration: 60 hours]
  • Paper II: Research and Publication Ethics (Compulsory) [Credit: 2; Full marks: 100; Duration: 30 hours]
  • Paper III: Background Paper relating to the candidate’s Ph.D. work. [Credit: 3; Full marks 100; Duration: 45 hours]
  • Paper IV: Subject-Based Case Study Report and presentation relating to the candidate’s Ph.D. work. [Credit: 3; Full marks 100]

All Ph.D. scholars, irrespective of discipline, shall be required to train in teaching /education /pedagogy/writing related to their chosen Ph.D. subject during their doctoral period. Ph.D. scholars may also be assigned 4-6 hours per week of teaching/research assistantship for conducting tutorial or laboratory work and evaluations.

A Ph.D. scholar must obtain a minimum of 55% marks or its equivalent grade in the UGC 10-point scale in the course work to be eligible to continue in the programme and submit his or her thesis.

Ph.D. Progress Calendar (Minimum Period)

SemesterPlan of Action
1[Course Work (12 Credits) as follows: Paper I: Research Methodology (Compulsory) [Credit: 4; Full marks 100; Duration: 60 hours] Paper II: Research and Publication Ethics (Compulsory) [Credit: 2; Full marks: 100; Duration: 30 hours] Paper III: Background Paper relating to the candidate's Ph.D. work. [Credit: 3; Full marks 100; Duration: 45 hours] Paper IV: Subject Based Case Study Report and presentation relating to the candidate's Ph.D. work. [Credit: 3; Full marks 100; Duration: 45 hours] Pre-registration seminar at the end of the semester
2Research Work (Reviews/ Theoretical/ Experimental)
3Research Work (Reviews/ Theoretical/ Experimental)
4Research Work (Reviews/ Theoretical/ Experimental)
5Research Work (Reviews/ Theoretical/ Experimental) Preparation of Pre - Submission Seminar
6Pre - submission seminar followed by submission of thesis

The Ph.D. Programme shall be for a minimum duration of three years (including coursework) and a maximum of 6 years. The programme is divided into 6 semesters (The time period of each semester is 6 months). Research work should result in the presentation of papers in national/ international conferences together with publication in peer-reviewed Journals of repute.

Failing to submit the thesis in the prescribed period of time, an extension may be granted to him on the terms and conditions prescribed by UGC and the university has sole discretion in this regard. On the expiry of the period, the registration of the candidate shall automatically stand cancelled but in this context, he or she may be considered by the university in a genuine case of delay.

Road-Map/Time Activity Chart for Ph.D. Programme (Tentative)

EventsTime period (Mar. intake)
1Advertisement for applications for PhD (School/Department wise available seats are to be mentioned on website)1st week of November, 2024
1(a)Application forms11.11.2024 to 25.01.2025
1(b)Last date for receipt of complete Online application form with soft copies of documents25.01.2025
2Entrance Exam to PhD programmeFebruary,2025
2(a)BWU-PET Entrance Examination01.02.2025
2(b)Publication of list of Eligible candidates for Interview10.02.2025
2(c)Interview on Proposed Research Area along with plan of work (250 words) before Candidate Selection Committee (Offline)17.02.2025 to 21.02.2025
3Publication of merit list followed by Supervisor Allocation.24.02.2025
(b)Payment of Admission Fees24.02.25 to 26.02.25
(c)Date of Enrolment/ Induction activities at Campus/Commencement of Classes01.03.2025
(d)Payment of tuition fees – Sem. 124.05.2025 to 30.05.2025
4Ph.D. Course work classes are to be held (Mar 2025)March,2025 till Aug.2025
For full time/part time PhD scholar, course work classes will be held on every Friday and Saturday [ 10.00 am - 5 pm (Proposed)]
5Course work Examination1st week of September, 2025
6Publication of result of Course Work Examination15 September,2025
7Payment of Registration Fees and Tuition fees - Sem 220/09/2025 - 26/09/2025
8Submission of Synopsis/Doctoral Research Proposal (Last date)31/10/2025
9Synopsis presentations in respective DRC30 days within submission (Subject to DRC availability)
10Payment of tution fees - Sem III- VI: along with Progress Seminar_1, 2, 3, 4 etc.On any working day from 20st to 26th of February/September respectively.
11Payment of thesis evaluation fees and Submission of ThesisOn any working day at the time of submission of thesis
12Provisional Award of PhD Degree (Expected)Six months from thesis submission
13Formal Award of Degree during next University Convocation

Termination Of Programme

A scholar’s PhD candidature will be terminated if:

1. A Ph.D. scholar must obtain a minimum of 55% marks or its equivalent grade in the UGC 10-point scale in the course work to be eligible to continue in the programme. He/she fails to complete the coursework with the prescribed eligibility stated above within the initial one or two semesters.

2. He/she fails to submit a satisfactory Research Proposal in three attempts.

3. The PhD thesis has not been accepted after two resubmissions.

4. Any disciplinary action has been taken against him/her on the recommendation of the appropriate committee.

5. He/she gets continuous non-satisfactory 6th-month progress reports and is recommended by DRC for termination.

6. He/she does not respond to the emails sent by PhD office or supervisor within ten days counted from the date of despatch of the email.