Gujarat Technological University GTU PhD Admission 2026-27 has been announced for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy programme for the Academic Year 2026-27. Gujarat Technological University has invited online applications for Ph.D. programmes in various branches of Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, Humanity-English, Sciences, Computer Science, Architecture and Biotechnology.
The online application process is being conducted through the GTU Samarth admission portal. The last date for the online application process is 14th September 2026, while the tentative date of the Ph.D. Entrance Test is 4th October 2026. Candidates who have appeared or are appearing in the final year/semester of the qualifying Post Graduate degree examination and whose result is still awaited can also apply.
See Ongoing PhD Admission- Introduction
- Important Dates
- Ph.D. Disciplines
- Eligibility Criteria
- Faculty-wise Academic Qualifications
- Relaxation in Eligibility
- Entrance Test Exemption
- Application Process
- Ph.D. Entrance Test Pattern
- Research Proposal Presentation
- Merit List and Selection
- Seats and Availability
- Application Fee
- Fellowship Information
- Important Links
Gujarat Technological University GTU PhD Admission 2026-27 is for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy programme for the Academic Year 2026-27. The admission notification covers various branches of Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, Humanity-English, Sciences including Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics, Computer Science, Architecture and Biotechnology.
Online applications are invited through the GTU admission portal. According to the admission advertisement, interested candidates can apply online through the Samarth portal. The university has also provided its Ph.D. webpage for further details. The last date for submitting the online application is 14th September 2026 and the tentative date of the Ph.D. Entrance Test is 4th October 2026.
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 provide the broader admission framework, including eligibility requirements, faculty-wise academic qualifications, entrance-test exemptions, entrance-test structure, Research Proposal Presentation and preparation of the consolidated merit list.
| Particular | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Process | Online applications invited |
| Last Date for Online Application | 14th September 2026 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test | 4th October 2026 (Tentative) |
The dates above are the dates stated in the Ph.D. Admission 2026-27 advertisement. The entrance-test date is specifically described as tentative in the notification.
The Gujarat Technological University GTU PhD Admission 2026-27 advertisement mentions admission to the following areas:
| Sr. No. | Discipline / Area |
|---|---|
| 1 | Engineering |
| 2 | Pharmacy |
| 3 | Management |
| 4 | Humanity-English |
| 5 | Science - Chemistry |
| 6 | Science - Mathematics |
| 7 | Science - Physics |
| 8 | Computer Science |
| 9 | Architecture |
| 10 | Biotechnology |
The regulations also identify faculties including Architecture, Applied Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering & Technology, Humanities, Management and Pharmacy, and permit interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary research across two disciplines or faculties.
The eligibility requirements in the GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 provide provisions for full-time and part-time Ph.D. admission. The general eligibility framework includes the following qualifications.
| Category | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks or equivalent grade. |
| Full-Time | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent grade after a Bachelor's degree. |
| Part-Time | Employed candidates with a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree and minimum 75% aggregate marks, subject to the conditions prescribed in the regulations. |
| Part-Time | Employed candidates with a 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree and minimum 55% aggregate marks after a Bachelor's degree, subject to the conditions prescribed in the regulations. |
For employed candidates pursuing the Ph.D. on a full-time basis, the regulations require the necessary study-leave or employer-related clearance. For part-time candidates, the regulations specify requirements relating to leave for mandatory coursework, permission to pursue part-time study, availability of laboratory or experimental facilities where required, and sufficient time for research.
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 specify different academic qualifications for different faculties and subject areas.
| Faculty / Area | Academic Qualification |
|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree in Engineering and/or Technology after a Bachelor's degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks; OR 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree in Engineering and/or Technology with minimum 75% aggregate marks. |
| Pharmacy | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree after a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks; OR 6-year Pharm.D. degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks. |
| Architecture | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree after a Bachelor's degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks. |
| Management | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree in Management or allied disciplines with minimum 55% aggregate marks; the regulations also provide eligibility routes for CA, CMA, CS, qualifying PGDM, M.Phil. in Management, 5-year MBA (Integrated), and 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree in Management, subject to the stated conditions. |
| Computer Sciences | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree after a Bachelor's degree, with minimum 55% aggregate marks, for Ph.D. in Computer Applications. |
| Humanities - English | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree after a Bachelor's degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks; OR M.Phil. in English with minimum 55% aggregate marks. |
| Applied Sciences - Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree after a Bachelor's degree in the relevant subject with minimum 55% aggregate marks; OR M.Phil. in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics with the required 55% aggregate marks. |
| Biotechnology | 2-year/4-semester Post Graduate degree in Biotechnology or Integrated M.Sc. (Biotechnology) with minimum 55% aggregate marks; OR 4-year/8-semester Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology with minimum 75% aggregate marks. |
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 provide specific relaxation provisions. Candidates who have appeared or are appearing in the final year/semester of the qualifying Graduate or Post Graduate examination and whose result is awaited can also apply. Such candidates are admitted provisionally and must satisfy the required qualification conditions.
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / SEBC Non-Creamy Layer / EWS | 5% relaxation: 55% to 50% for Post Graduates or 75% to 70% for Graduates, or equivalent grade relaxation. |
| Differentially-abled Candidates | 5% relaxation: 55% to 50% for Post Graduates or 75% to 70% for Graduates, or equivalent grade relaxation, for candidates with not less than 40% disability. |
Under the GTU Ph.D. Regulations, candidates who have qualified the specified examinations or fall under the specified categories are exempted from the entrance test in the respective disciplines.
- Candidates qualified in NET / SLET or similar tests conducted by government bodies such as UGC, CSIR, ICAR or ICMR.
- Candidates qualified in GATE / GPAT / CAT / CEED during the last five years.
- Candidates applying through Ministries of the Government of India/State or under the Cultural Exchange Scholarship Programme of the Government of India.
- Candidates granted fellowship/scholarship from State/Central Government agencies for pursuing Ph.D.
- Teacher Fellowship holders.
- Candidates qualified under AICTE-ADF.
- Visit the GTU Ph.D. admission application portal.
- Complete the online application in the prescribed format.
- Submit the application before the stated last date of 14th September 2026.
- Eligible candidates are required to appear for the entrance examination unless they are exempted under the applicable provisions.
- Candidates qualifying in the entrance test or exempted from the entrance test proceed to the Research Proposal Presentation as per the notified schedule.
- At the time of provisional registration, the candidate is required to submit the hard copy of the pre-registration form along with the necessary enclosures specified in the form.
The GTU Ph.D. Entrance Test is prescribed as a Multiple Choice Entrance Test consisting of two papers. Each paper is of one hour duration.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Research Methodology | 35 | 35 | 1 Hour |
| Paper II | Subject Specific | 35 | 35 | 1 Hour |
Subject-wise Entrance Test Syllabus
| Discipline | Syllabus / Basis |
|---|---|
| Engineering | GATE syllabus, except quantitative/general aptitude and engineering mathematics |
| Pharmacy | GPAT syllabus |
| Pharmacy for Pharm.D. Graduates | Annexure-IV |
| Management | UGC NET syllabus |
| Computer Science | UGC NET syllabus |
| Humanities - English | UGC NET syllabus |
| Science - Mathematics | GATE syllabus |
| Science - Physics | GATE syllabus |
| Science - Chemistry | GATE syllabus |
| Architecture | GATE syllabus |
| Biotechnology | GATE syllabus |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Candidate Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| General | 50% |
| SC / ST / SEBC Non-Creamy Layer / Differentially-abled / EWS | 45% |
Research Proposal Presentation (RPP) is organized for candidates who have qualified the entrance test and for candidates who are exempted from appearing in the entrance test. Attending the RPP as per the notified schedule is mandatory.
During the RPP, candidates present their proposed area of research before an Expert Committee. The RPP carries a maximum of 30 marks.
| RPP Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Candidate's competence for the proposed research | 15 |
| Research work can be suitably undertaken at the Institution/College | 10 |
| Contribution of proposed research work for new/additional knowledge | 5 |
| Total | 30 |
The GTU regulations provide for preparation of a discipline/faculty and category-wise consolidated merit list after the Research Proposal Presentation.
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Multiple Choice Entrance Test | 70% |
| Research Proposal Presentation | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
The list of qualified candidates is to be displayed on the university website. Selection for admission is subject to availability of seats and the applicable admission process.
The Gujarat Technological University GTU PhD Admission 2026-27 advertisement specifies the disciplines in which applications are invited but does not state a subject-wise number of seats in the supplied notification.
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations state that Ph.D. admissions are not offered or advertised in branches/disciplines where no seats of supervisors are available. Therefore, admission is subject to the availability of seats and supervisors in the relevant discipline.
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 document lists the following online application fee:
| Category | Online Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | INR 1,500/- |
| SC / ST / SEBC / EWS | INR 1,250/- |
The fee figures above are stated in the supplied GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 document. The separate 2026-27 admission advertisement does not specify an application-fee amount.
The GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 include benefits for full-time research scholars under specified fellowship schemes. Annexure II mentions VCF, the Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Scheme, University Fellowship at GTU Schools and AICTE-ADF.
Under the University Fellowship information stated in the regulations, 15 full-time research scholars enrolled at Schools of the University are to be paid a consolidated fellowship amount of INR 25,000 per month, subject to Government of India Income Tax Rules and related deductions, as applicable.
The same annexure also describes a contingency grant of INR 20,000 per annum for each full-time research scholar, subject to the conditions specified there.
This fellowship information is presented as stated in the supplied GTU Ph.D. Regulations, 2024 and should not be treated as a separate fellowship promise in the 2026-27 admission advertisement.
- The Academic Year is 2026-27.
- The last date for online application is 14th September 2026.
- The tentative Ph.D. Entrance Test date is 4th October 2026.
- Candidates whose final-year/semester qualifying Post Graduate result is awaited can also apply, subject to the conditions in the regulations.
- The entrance test consists of two one-hour papers.
- Research Methodology is included in Paper I.
- Paper II is subject specific.
- Candidates meeting the prescribed exemption conditions do not have to appear in the entrance test.
- RPP is mandatory for candidates who qualify through the entrance test or are exempted from it, as per the notified schedule.
- Admission is subject to the applicable eligibility, merit and availability conditions.
| University | Gujarat Technological University |
|---|---|
| Admission | Ph.D. Admission 2026-27 |
| Programme | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Academic Year | 2026-27 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 14th September 2026 |
| Entrance Test | 4th October 2026 (Tentative) |
| Major Areas | Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, Humanity-English, Sciences, Computer Science, Architecture and Biotechnology |
| Application Portal | GTU Samarth Admission Portal |
Gujarat Technological University GTU PhD Admission 2026-27 applicants should complete the online application within the notified deadline and carefully check the eligibility requirements applicable to their discipline. The supplied admission notification gives 14th September 2026 as the last date for online applications and 4th October 2026 as the tentative entrance-test date. Candidates whose qualifying Post Graduate result is awaited are also permitted to apply subject to the conditions prescribed by GTU.