MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26: Amazing Opportunity Unleashed!
Introduction: MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26 (Even Semester)
The highly anticipated notification for MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26 for the Even Semester is officially out! Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT) Jaipur, one of India’s premier National Institutes of Technology, invites applications from eligible candidates for Full-time and Part-time Ph.D. programmes across a wide spectrum of fields including Engineering, Sciences, Management, and Humanities & Social Sciences. All interested applicants must apply ONLINE via the official MNIT website. You must ensure all required documents and details are ready before proceeding with the application submission to avoid any last-minute complications.
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Available Research Areas in Various Departments
Table of Contents
- Important Dates & Application Status
- Important Instructions & Application Fee
- Minimum Eligibility Criteria
- Department-wise Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. Admission Categories (Summary)
- Selection Process & Written Test Details
- Fee Structure for Ph.D. Students
- Financial Assistance & Fellowship
- General Information & Notes
Important Dates & Application Status for MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26
The application has to be filled ONLINE (Link available at www.mnit.ac.in).
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Online Application | 06-11-2025 |
| Last Date of Submission of Online Application Form | 25-11-2025 (till 5.00 PM) |
| Provisional List of Shortlisted/Eligible Candidates Displayed | 02-12-2025 |
| Dates of Written Test & Interview (Offline Mode) | 09-10 December 2025 |
| Final Result Declaration | 16-12-2025 |
Important Instructions & Application Fee
Key Application Instructions
Candidates are strongly advised to read the Information Brochure carefully before filling the application form.
- Application Fee: Rs. 1000/- for General/OBC/EWS and Rs. 500/- for SC/ST. The application fee, once paid, is strictly non-refundable under any circumstances.
- Scrutiny & Cancellation: Scrutiny is based solely on the information submitted. Providing incorrect or hidden information will lead to the summarily cancellation of candidature at any stage.
- Document Verification: Bring self-attested photocopies of all certificates/testimonials, all original documents, the PG dissertation/thesis copy, and two recent passport-size photographs at the time of the admission process.
- OBC/EWS Certificate Validity: The OBC and EWS certificate must be issued on or after April 01, 2025.
- Research Proposal: Submit a statement about your research proposal (not more than 500 words) in the online application form for your first priority topic.
- Part-Time/Sponsored Candidates: Must bring a Certificate/NOC from their employer on official stationary, stating they will be sponsored and will not be withdrawn midway.
Minimum Eligibility Criteria for MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26
The eligibility conditions mentioned below are the absolute minimum. Departments/Centres may prescribe additional requirements for shortlisting.
- General Academic Requirement: Minimum of 6.5 on the 10-point scale (or 60% marks) in the qualifying degree.
- Relaxation: SC/ST/PWD candidates require a minimum of 6.0 on the 10-point scale (or 55% marks).
- Provisional Admission: May be considered if all exams are completed but final certificate is awaited, subject to producing evidence by the last date of registration.
- Direct B.Tech./B.Arch. to Ph.D. Scheme: Requires Bachelor’s degree with 75% marks or above (or equivalent CGPA), a valid GATE score, and graduation from a CFTI or institute with an NIRF ranking up to 100.
Department-wise Minimum Qualifications (Table 1)
These qualifications are the minimum requirements for MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26. Departments may impose further conditions for shortlisting.
| Department/Centre | Minimum Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Architecture & Planning | Masters degree in Architecture/Planning/Technology in relevant discipline. |
| Chemical Engineering | B.Tech./M.Tech. or equivalent degree in Chemical Engineering, or M.Sc./dual MSc-M.Tech. in science subjects consistent with research areas. |
| Chemistry | M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Medicinal Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Environmental Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biotechnology and related disciplines. |
| Civil Engineering | M.E./M.Tech. degree in relevant engineering discipline. |
| Computer Science & Engineering | B.E./B.Tech. in CSE/IT/ECE/EE or equivalent disciplines; M.E./M.Tech./M.S. in CSE/IT/ECE/EE or equivalent disciplines. |
| Electrical Engineering | M.E./M.Tech. or equivalent degree in respective & relevant Engineering disciplines. |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | B.Tech. and M.Tech. Electrical/Electronics/Computer/Communication/Telecommunication/ Instrumentation/ Control/ Microelectronics or equivalent discipline. |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | M.A./M.Com. or equivalent degree. Master’s degree in Science may be considered for relevant research areas. |
| Mathematics | M.Sc./M.A./M.Tech/MS or equivalent degree in Mathematics/statistics or in relevant discipline. |
| Mechanical Engineering | B.Tech./M.Tech. degree or equivalent degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Production Engg. or related disciplines. |
| Metallurgical & Materials Engineering | B.Tech. and M.Tech. Degree in any branch of engineering or interdisciplinary areas. M.Sc./dual M.Sc. Degree in Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics Sciences with M.Tech. in any branch of engineering. |
| Physics | M.Sc. in Physics / Applied Physics /Engineering Physics / allied areas or M.Tech. in Materials Science/Solid State Physics/Energy Science/Technology etc.. |
| Centre for Energy and Environment | B.Tech./B.E./B.Arch/M.Sc. With M.Tech in a relevant discipline. Or B. Tech. from CFTI/top 100 NIRF with 8.0+ CGPA and valid GATE. Or M.Sc. with JRF. |
| National Centre for Disaster Mitigation and Management | Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Architecture; Master’s degree in Structural engineering/Earthquake Engineering or any other branch of civil/architectural Engineering. |
| Management Studies | The applicant must have a two-year post-graduate degree or equivalent. |
| Materials Research Centre | Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/ Science subject. B.Tech. from IIT with 8.0+ CGPA and GATE or BE/B.Tech (other institutions) with 8.5+ CGPA are eligible. |
Ph.D. Admission Categories (Summary of Requirements)
The following table provides a comprehensive overview of the requirements for all Ph.D. admission categories. Note: *Work Experience is generally Min 2 Years (for sponsored candidates), or 12-15 Years for Executive/Professional category.
| S. No. | Admission Category | Written Exam | Interview | Work Experience | NOC / Consent Letter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Financial Assistantship (Without Valid National Exam Score) | Y Institute Exam | Y | N | N |
| 2 | Institute Assistantship (With Valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET or M.Tech. based on GATE) | N Exempted | Y | N | N |
| 3 | Full-Time with Own Scholarship (UGC-JRF/CSIR-JRF/Other national fellowships) | N Exempted | Y | N | N |
| 4a | Full-Time (DST-INSPIRE) – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | N | N |
| 4b | Full-Time (DST-INSPIRE) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | N | N |
| 5a | Full-Time Sponsored – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | Y | Y |
| 5b | Full-Time Sponsored – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y |
| 6a | Off-Campus Sponsored (PT) (beyond 70 km) – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | Y | Y |
| 6b | Off-Campus Sponsored (PT) (beyond 70 km) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y |
| 7a | Part-Time External (Sponsored) – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | Y | Y |
| 7b | Part-Time External (Sponsored) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y |
| 8a | MNIT Jaipur Project Staff (PT) – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | Y | Y Internal Consent |
| 8b | MNIT Jaipur Project Staff (PT) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y Internal Consent |
| 9a | MNIT Jaipur Faculty (PT) – Without valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y Internal Consent |
| 9b | MNIT Jaipur Faculty (PT) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y Internal Consent |
| 10a | MNIT Jaipur Staff (PT) – Without valid national-level exam | Y Institute Exam | Y | Y | Y Internal Consent |
| 10b | MNIT Jaipur Staff (PT) – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | |
| 11 | Executive/Professional – With valid national-level exam | N Exempted | Y | Y | Y |
Selection Process & Written Test Details
The selection process for MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26 involves two stages: a Written Test and an Interview.
Key Details on Selection
- Exemption from Written Test: Candidates with a valid National Level Test (e.g., GATE/CSIR-NET/UGC-NET) are exempted from the written test but must appear for the interview.
- Qualifying Score (Written Test): Minimum of 35% in each part (Research Aptitude and Subject Knowledge) and an overall 50% is required in order to qualify for the interview.
- Final Admission: Admission is based purely on the “interview” of the shortlisted applicants. The mode will be offline.
Fee Structure for Ph.D. Students (Session 2025-26)
Fee structure for Ph.D. (Full-time) students
| S. No. | Head of Fee | Odd Semesters (At Admission) | Even Semesters (Next Semester) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Category (₹) | SC/ST Students (₹) | General Category (₹) | SC/ST Students (₹) | ||
| TOTAL FEE AT ADMISSION (Odd Sem.) | |||||
| Total | 45,337.06 | 37,837.06 | 27,950.00 | 20,450.00 | |
Note: This total includes one-time charges at admission (C & D). The recurring fee for subsequent Odd Semesters will be ₹27,950.00 (General) and ₹20,450.00 (SC/ST).
Fee structure for Ph.D. (Part-time) students (External/Sponsored)
| S. No. | Head of Fee | Odd Semesters | Even Semesters | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Category (₹) | SC/ST Students (₹) | General Category (₹) | SC/ST Students (₹) | ||
| TOTAL FEE AT ADMISSION (Odd Sem.) | |||||
| Total | 45,337.06 | 37,837.06 | 27,950.00 | 20,450.00 | |
Fee structure for Ph.D. (Part-time) Institute Faculty/Staff
| S. No. | Head of Fee | Odd Semesters (₹) | Even Semesters (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Registration Fee | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| 2. | Tuition Fee | 2,500.00 | 2,500.00 |
| 3. | Examination | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 |
| 4. | Alumni Activity Fee | 1,500.00 | 1,500.00 |
| 5. | Final Degree certificate fee (one time) | 1,500.00 | 0.00 |
| TOTAL | 10,500.00 | 9,000.00 | |
Financial Assistance & Fellowship (MNIT Jaipur PhD Admission 2025-26)
The Institute provides financial assistance (Institute Assistantship/Financial Assistantship) for a period of up to ten semesters for eligible Ph.D. students.
Stipend Details
- Regular Assistantship: Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years (JRF), and Rs. 42,000 per month for the subsequent three years (SRF).
- HRA: Granted at 16% of the Assistantship if hostel accommodation is unavailable.
Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Scheme (ECE & EE)
This scheme offers higher financial support for Electronics and IT: Phase II candidates (valid GATE score mandatory):
- Fellowship: Rs. 38,750/- per month (1st and 2nd year) and Rs. 43,750/- per month (3rd, 4th, and 5th year).
- Research Contingency Grant: Rs. 1,20,000/- per year (after completion of one year).
General Information & Notes
The institute reserves the right not to run any particular programme or to change its statutes, regulations, and the number of seats without prior notice. The decision of the Chairman, Senate, shall be final in matters of interpretation.
Notes on Administration
- The provisions for reservation of seats are subject to modification in accordance with any Government Order.
- It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to prove eligibility and claim reservation under a specific category.
- The OBC/EWS certificate should have been issued after March 31, 2025.
- The candidate must be ready with all original documents and PG dissertation thesis at the time of interview.
- There is no age restriction for the postgraduate programme.
