ACADEMIC YEAR 2024-25 (January SESSION)

Manav Rachna University is a multidisciplinary & interdisciplinary research-driven University. University invites online Applications from eligible candidates for admission to Doctoral (Ph.D.) Programme as per UGC Ph.D. Degree Regulations), notified in the Gazette of India dated 07/11/2022.

Applications are invited for Ph.D. programme in Academic year 2024-25 (January  session) in following Schools:

• School of Sciences (SOS): Department of Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) 
• School of Engineering (SOE): Department of Computer Science & Technology, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering and Department of Mechanical Engineering.
• School of Management & Commerce (SMC): Department of Management & Commerce
• School of Education & Humanities (SOEH): Department of Education & Humanities
• School of Law (SOL): Department of Law

AREAS OF EXPERTISE AVAILABLE IN THE DEPARTMENTS

Substantial research is being undertaken in the department(s) under various Schools. In an endeavor to carry forward the research impetus, the University offers Ph.D. programmes broadly; the research activities are going on in the following main areas:

1. Computer Science & Technology:- Artificial Intelligence, Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Big Data Analysis, Blockchain Technology, Search Engine and Hidden Web, Education Technology, Green Computing, Soft Computing, Genetic Algorithms, Communication Systems & Networks, Network Security, Computational Models & Optimization.
2. Electronics & Communication:- Antenna Design, Affordable healthcare devices, Human-machine interaction, Digital filter design, Computer Vision and Image Processing, Digital Hardware Design for Biomedical Instruments, VLSI Design, Power System Analysis, Internet of Things, Embedded System Design, Wireless Communication, Energy Harvesting, Solar Cells.
3.  Mechanical Engineering:- Tribology-Thin Film Lubrication (EHL/micro-EHL), Failure Phenomena, Solar Energy and its Applications, Turbo-machines, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, Manufacturing, Robotics, Design Electric Vehicle.
4.  Management and Commerce: - Finance, Management, Accounting Strategy, Marketing, Human Resources, Organizational Behaviour, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Banking, Insurance, Green Management, Entrepreneurship, Consulting.
5. Sciences:-
   • Physics:- Electronic Structure Calculations, Simulation of Laser-Plasma acceleration, Photonics: short radiation pulse Generation, Laboratory Astrophysics Simulation, Ionospheric Physics, Nanotechnology, Nanoscience, Multiferroics materials, Spintronics, Organic Solar Cells and Solid State Physics
   • Mathematics: – Algebra, Analysis, Ring Theory, Differential Geometry, Coding Theory, Wavelets, Approximation Theory, Fluid Mechanics, Mathematical Modelling, Operations Research.
   • Chemistry:- Green synthesis of biofuels, Heterocyclic Compounds, Batteries, Detoxification of water and adsorbents, Corrosion, Heavy Metal Toxicity, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer electrolytes, Superabsorbent Polymers/Hydrogels, Catalysis, Molecular Modelling
6. Education and Humanities :- Assessment and Evaluation, Educational Psychology, E-learning, School management and administration, Curriculum development, Value Education, Innovative Pedagogies, Research-Based Teacher Education, Peace & Sustainability, English, Political Science, History and Economics.
7. Law:- International Arbitration, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property Rights Law, Human Rights, Constitutional Law, Public Law and Policy, Crime and Criminology, Trade Law, Business Law, Competition Law.

*These are only indicative areas. Research can be pursued in other areas also.

DURATION OF Ph.D. PROGRAMME

• 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.
• 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 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.
• 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 SUBMITTING APPLICATIONS

• All applications must be submitted online. The applicant can download a copy of the submitted application form from the application submission portal and furnish a hardcopy of the application form with a photograph and all the documentary evidence in original (testimonials, certificates, publications, work experience, and research/professional experience) at the time of interview. Incomplete applications will be rejected.

ELIGIBILITY FOR Ph.D. PROGRAMMES

An applicant possessing any of the following qualifications shall be eligible to apply for admission to a Ph.D. programme of the University:

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, 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.

   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, 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 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/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.

SCHOLARSHIPS AT MRU

1. Research Fellowship (RF) 

   The scheme aims to encourage students and teachers to facilitate full-time research at the University. It provides an opportunity for students to undertake research leading to a Ph.D. in all the domains, mainly in Engineering, Management, Sciences, Social Sciences, Education and Law etc

   Eligibility: The upper age limit for Research Fellowship (RF) is 35 years for men as of January 1st / July 1st of the year of application and 45 years for women. The candidates must have at least a first-class master’s degree with a second-class bachelor’s degree 55% high or Second-class master’s degree (55% & above) with a first-class bachelor’s degree

   Financial assistance for Research Fellowship (RF) is as follows: 

   · Research Fellowship Rs. 31,000/ per month during 1st and 2nd year and Rs. 35,000/- per month in 3rd year. 

   · Scholar shall be eligible for the grant of contingency fund of Rs.15, 000/- per annum.

   Guidelines for Research Fellowship(RF) with Corrigendum & Addendum 
   
    

2. Teaching Cum Research Assistantship (TRA)
   Manav Rachna University offers Teaching Cum Research Assistantship (TRA), which provides financial assistance to registered Ph.D. scholars to pursue and complete their doctoral thesis. The assistantship shall be admissible to the candidates admitted to the Ph.D. program of the University under different faculties subject to fulfillment of the condition as prescribed.

Eligibility

• Candidate must have cleared Ph.D. Entrance Test of the University.
• Candidate should have been confirmed for Ph.D. registration in full-time mode.
• Ph.D. Candidates who are employed anywhere or getting any scholarship or financial assistance from any other University or any organisation shall not be eligible. 
• Candidates who are UGC-NET and/or M.Phil. qualified will be preferred. 

Financial assistance for Teaching cum Research Assistantship (TRA):

• The value of the assistantship will be Rs.24, 000/- p.m. for a full-time Ph. D for the initial two years and Rs.30, 000/- p.m. for the third year. 
• Scholar shall be eligible for the grant of contingency fund of Rs.15,000/- per annum and this fund will be disbursed in two half yearly installments. 

Link for Guidelines for the Teaching cum Research Assistantship(TRA)

NUMBER OF SEATS AVAILABLE

No. of seats are dynamic depending upon the number of available supervisors & other learning resources.

ADMISSION PROCEDURE

• Applications for admission to Ph.D. programmes shall be invited through an open advertisement bi-annually, in April and November for pre-determined intake under each School.
• Applications shall be screened by a Scrutiny Committee constituted by the concerned Department. All the eligible candidates shall have to appear in a written test to be organized by MRU as per guidelines of UGC, followed by an interview to be conducted by the Department Research Committee (DRC).
• Students who qualify for UGC-NET and fellowship/scholarship in UGC- CSIR/ GATE/ CEED and similar National level tests are exempted from written test.
• Admission to the Ph.D. programme shall be based on merit in the Entrance of 100 Marks. The written test (70 Marks) of 90 minutes duration (MCQs) will be followed by an Interview (30 Marks).
• The written test shall comprise of two sections:
  Section A – Research Methodology and Aptitude (Logical Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Numerical Ability, Statistics).
  Section B – Subject Specific.
• Students who have secured 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview.
• The University may decide the number of eligible students to be called for an interview based on the number of Ph.D. seats available.
• Non-Resident Indian (NRI), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Foreign Nationals may be admitted to the program in accordance with the policy guidelines laid down by the Government of India.

FEES FOR Ph.D. PROGRAMME FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2024-25 (JANUARY SESSION)

Note-The fees structure for the SAARC Countries scholars shall beat par with the Indian Ph.D. scholars.

Note - If a Research Scholar submits his / her Thesis within 15 days from the completion of 3 years from the date of registration, he / she shall be required to pay Research Fee only for 3 Academic Sessions aggregating to Rs. 2,40,000/-. However, if the Research Scholar submits his /her Thesis after 15 days from the completion of 3 years from the date of registration, he / she will deposit the Research Fee @ Rs. 40,000/- per semester with the same analogy