NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26 | Exciting Opportunity to Unleash Your Research Potential!
National Institute of Technology Hamirpur (An Institute of National Importance)
Hamirpur (HP) – 177 005 | www.nith.ac.in
Introduction: NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26 Notification
The National Institute of Technology Hamirpur (NIT Hamirpur) has released the official notification for the NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26 (January 2026 session). This is an exciting opportunity for aspiring researchers to join an Institute of National Importance established in 1986. NIT Hamirpur offers Ph.D. programmes across various disciplines in Engineering, Architecture, Sciences, Management Studies, and Humanities & Social Sciences. This Information Brochure provides comprehensive details on the eligibility criteria, application process, seat matrix, and important dates for the upcoming session, ensuring all candidates are fully prepared to submit their applications.
The admission process includes multiple categories for both Full-Time and Part-Time scholars. Candidates are strongly advised to check their eligibility and gather all necessary documents before the submission deadline. The last date for submitting the online application is November 16, 2025.
Table of Contents
- Categories of Ph.D. Programmes
- Departments Offering Ph.D. Admissions & Thrust Areas
- Educational Qualifications for Admission
- Seat Matrix for PhD Admissions with Fellowship (FT01)
- Application Processing Fee
- Important Dates for NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26
- Instructions to Complete the Application
- Admission Fee
- Important Notes & Guidelines
Categories of Ph.D. Programmes
NIT Hamirpur admits Ph.D. candidates under the following categories, catering to both full-time scholars and working professionals:
A. Full-Time Research Scholars
- Fellowship Research Scholars (FT01): Eligible for financial assistance (fellowship) as per MoE guidelines. Must have qualified a National Level Test (UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR NET or GATE). Sponsored/employed candidates are ineligible.
- Non-Fellowship Research Scholars (FT01-A): Pursuing Ph.D. in self-finance mode without institute financial assistance. Must appear for the Institute/Department level written exam, unless exempted by qualifying GATE/NET.
- Externally Funded Research Scholars (FT02): Receiving fellowship from external agencies (UGC, CSIR, DST, etc.). Must have qualified a National Level Test (UGC-NET/UGC-CSIR NET or GATE).
- Sponsored Research Scholars (FT03): Sponsored by Government/Semi-Government Organizations/Institutions/Industry, generally requiring at least 2 years of service and a mandatory NOC/Study Leave.
B. Part-Time Research Scholars
- Institute Research Scholars (PT01): Regular employees of NIT Hamirpur or those working on sponsored projects within the Institute.
- Sponsored Research Scholars (PT02): Working professionals sponsored by their respective organizations, who pursue the Ph.D. while serving their parent organization. A one-year residency requirement applies, which may be exempted for applicants within 500 kms radius.
Departments Offering Ph.D. Admissions & Thrust Areas
The NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26 is open in the following 14 Departments/Centers. Candidates should align their research proposal with the thrust areas mentioned below:
| Name of the Department/Centre | Thrust Areas (Examples) |
|---|---|
| Architecture | Sustainable built environment in Hill Towns, Landscape Architecture, Developmental regulations and Disaster Resilience, Sustainable Architecture, Urban Design, GIS Applications. |
| Civil Engineering | Water Resources, Environment Engg., Remote Sensing, Geotechnical Engg., Structural Engg., Transportation Engg., Earthquake Engg.. |
| Computer Science & Engineering | Computer Networks, IoT, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Image Processing. |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | VLSI Design, Communication Systems, Microwave, MEMS, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing, Nanoelectronics, Antenna. |
| Electrical Engineering | Power System, Signal Processing, Control and Automation, Instrumentation, Power Electronics & Drives, High Voltage Engineering. |
| Mechanical Engineering | Thermal Engineering (Heat Transfer, Solar Thermal Energy, CFD), Design Engineering (Smart Structures, Tribology, FEM), Industrial and Production Engineering (Automation, Industry 4.0/5.0, Composite Materials). |
| Chemical Engineering | AI/ML assisted Chemical Process Modelling, Biofuels, Bioprocess & Biochemical Engineering, Carbon Capture, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Plastic Waste Management, Renewable Energy, Wastewater Treatment. |
| Materials Science & Engineering | Functional Oxide materials, Polymer Composites/Nanocomposites, Metal-Matrix Composites, Dielectric/electrical properties, Surface Engineering, Thin Film Magnetism. |
| Chemistry | Vitrimers, smart materials, self-healing materials, Molecular Architecture, Molecular Structural Analysis, Coordination Chemistry, Nanomaterials, Photochemistry. |
| Physics & Photonics Science | Theoretical High Energy Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Energy Conversion and Storage, Optoelectronics, Quantum Oscillation, Semiconductor Physics, Nanostructured heterojunctions. |
| Mathematics & Scientific Computing | Real Complex and functional analysis, Solid and Fluid Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Computational Methods, Probability and Statistics, Operations Research, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography and Network Security. |
| Management Studies | Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Behavioral Finance, Operations Management, Project Management. |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | Health Economics, Population Economics, Development Economics, English Literary Studies, Gender Studies, Applied Psychology, Sociology. |
| Centre for Energy Studies | Bio energy, Biofuels, Environment, Energy management, Energy storage, Sustainability, Environmental microbiology, Circular Economy. |
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Educational Qualifications for Admission to Ph.D. Programmes
Admission to the Ph.D. Programme is subject to meeting specific educational qualifications, which vary by department. The minimum requirements are outlined below:
Ph.D. in Engineering (Civil, Mech, Elect, CSE, ECE)
- Master’s Degree: M.E./M.Tech. in the appropriate discipline with a minimum CGPI of 6.5/10 (60% marks) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL, and 6.0/10 (55% marks) for SC/ST/PwD candidates. OR
- Bachelor’s Degree: B.E./B.Tech. in the appropriate discipline with a minimum CGPI of 8.5/10 (80% marks) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL, and 8.0/10 (75% marks) for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Ph.D. in Engineering (Chemical/Materials Science & Engineering)
The same criteria as Ph.D. in Engineering above apply, with additional consideration for Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.) candidates:
- Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.): Minimum CGPI of 7.5/10 (70% marks) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL, and 7.0/10 (65% marks) for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Ph.D. in Sciences (Chemistry, Physics, Maths)
Candidates must have passed a Master’s Degree in the respective Science discipline or equivalent. Specific CGPI/percentage requirements apply, generally 7.5/10 (70%) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL and 7.0/10 (65%) for SC/ST/PwD.
Ph.D. in Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS)
- Master’s Degree: M.A./M.Sc. in Humanities/Social Sciences (English/Economics/Sociology/Psychology/ Behavioural and Social Sciences) with minimum CGPI of 6.5/10 (60% marks) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL.
Ph.D. in Architecture
- Must have passed both Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/Planning and Master’s Degree in Architecture/Planning or equivalent. Minimum CGPI of 6.5/10 (60% marks) in Master’s degree for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL. OR
- Direct admission with Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/Planning with minimum CGPI of 8.5/10 (80% marks) for Open/EWS/OBC-NCL.
B. Additional Requirements for Sponsored Candidates (FT03 & PT02)
Sponsored candidates must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria and provide a No Objection Certificate / Sponsorship Certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-III) on the organization’s letterhead. The sponsoring organization must be a reputed medium or large-scale organization/industry or an AICTE recognized technical institution, and the candidate must have been in regular service for at least two years.
Seat Matrix for PhD Admissions with Fellowship (FT01)
The following table details the category-wise Seat Matrix available for Fellowship Research Scholars (FT01) for the NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26. Total seats offered in this category is 100.
| S. No. | Department / Centre | OPEN | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil Engineering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Mechanical Engineering | 7 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 17 |
| 3 | Electrical Engineering | 8 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 21 |
| 4 | Electronics & Communication Engineering | 8 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 19 |
| 5 | Computer Science & Engineering | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 6 | Chemical Engineering | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| 7 | Materials Science & Engineering | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| 8 | Physics & Photonic Sciences | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Mathematics & Scientific Computing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| 10 | Chemistry | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Architecture | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 |
| 12 | Centre for Energy Studies | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 13 | Humanities & Social Sciences | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 14 | Management Studies | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 40 | 10 | 27 | 16 | 7 | 100 | |
*Note: Horizontal Reservation of 5% to PwD Candidates in Each Category shall be applicable.
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Application Processing Fee
The application processing fee is non-refundable and must be paid online via SBI Collect (refer to Annexure-II in the brochure for detailed instructions).
| Category | Application Fee | Mode of Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Open / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹1200 per application | Online through SBI Collect |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹600 per application | Online through SBI Collect |
Candidates applying to multiple departments must submit separate applications and pay the processing fee for each.
Important Dates for NIT Hamirpur PhD Admission 2025-26
| S. No. | Event | Tentative Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Commencement of Application Process | October 15, 2025 (Wednesday) |
| 2. | Last Date for Submitting Online Application Form (along with supporting documents) | November 16, 2025 (Sunday), up to 5:00 PM |
| 3. | Display of Provisionally Eligible Applicants for Written Test and/or Interview/Presentation on the Institute website (www.nith.ac.in) | November 24, 2025 (Monday) |
| 4. | Written Test and/or Interview/Presentation (including document verification) for provisionally eligible applicants | December 4, 2025 (Thursday) |
| 5. | Declaration of Results and Issue of Admission Letters by respective Departments/Centres | December 15–18, 2025 (Monday–Thursday) |
| 6. | Admission Fee Deposition Period | From December 19, 2025 to January 5, 2026 |
| 7. | First Semester Registration of selected candidates | January 5, 2026 |
Instructions to Complete the Application
Applicants are required to submit their applications online only. No other mode of submission will be accepted.
STEP I – Payment of Application Fee
- The fee must be paid via the online payment gateway (SBI Collect).
- Save a soft copy of the SBI Collect fee receipt.
- Merge the fee receipt with all supporting documents into a single combined PDF file.
STEP II – Complete Online Application and Acknowledgment
- Before starting, prepare digital copies of your Passport-size Photograph (450×450 pixels, min 100 KB), Signature (350×150 pixels, min 50 KB), and the single combined Supporting Documents PDF.
- Fill out the application form carefully. Once submitted, the application cannot be altered or resubmitted.
- Submit only one application per department. Duplicate applications will be rejected.
Upload Requirements
The single combined PDF file of supporting documents must contain the following in order:
- Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving Licence)
- GATE/NET Certificate or Equivalent
- Other required academic and experience documents.
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Admission Fee
The admission fee for the Ph.D. programme is as follows:
| Programme | Hostellers Fee (Rs.) | Non-Hostellers Fee (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. (Full Time) | 39700 + Hostel Fee | 33700 |
| Ph.D. (Part Time) | – | 21650 |
*Note: The Hostel facility is limited and provided only subject to availability.
Important Notes & Guidelines
Shortlisting and Communication:
- Shortlisted candidates for the Written Test and/or Interview/Presentation will be notified only through the Institute’s official website (www.nith.ac.in).
- No individual emails will be sent.
Documents for Physical Reporting and Registration:
- The final list of required documents for physical reporting will include original certificates, mark sheets, category certificates, and a medical certificate.
- An Undertaking by the Student and Affidavit by Parent/Guardian for anti-ragging compliance (available on http://www.antiragging.in/) is mandatory.
Legal Jurisdiction:
- Any disputes will be subject to the legal jurisdiction of courts at Hamirpur/Shimla only.
