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Introduction to NITTTR Kolkata
The NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26 notification has been released for its Full-Time and Part-Time PhD programmes for the upcoming Winter Session. The National Institute of Technical Teachers’ Training & Research (NITTTR), Kolkata, was established in 1965 under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, as the Technical Teachers’ Training Institute (TTTI), Calcutta. It was granted national status in 2003 for its significant contributions to improving the technical education system. As per a Government of India notification dated February 22, 2024, NITTTR Kolkata has been declared an Institution Deemed to be University under the UGC Act, 1956.
The institute primarily focuses on training faculty and staff of technical institutions and enhancing the quality of technical education. Key activities also include Short-Term Training, Learning Resource Development, Research, Management, Extension Services, and Curriculum Development.
Important Dates for NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26
| Event | Tentative Timeline |
|---|---|
| Last Date for submission of Application form | December 4, 2025 |
| Date for written test and/or Interview | December 17, 2025 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26 must meet one of the following criteria:
- Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology (M.E/M.Tech) or 2 years M.S degree (after 4 years of B.E/B.Tech.) in a relevant area, with a minimum CGPA of 6 or its equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology from a Government recognized institute in a relevant area, with a minimum CGPA of 7.5.
- Master’s degree in Science / Humanities / Management / Education with a minimum CGPA of 6 or its equivalent.
Admission Process
Admission is based on a written test and interview. These selection components will be conducted by NITTTR, Kolkata (Deemed to be University) in the university campus.
How To Apply & Application Fees for NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26
Candidates must follow the steps below to apply for the NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26:
- Application Fee Deposit: The application fee is Rs. 500/-. This fee must be deposited through online payment (NEFT/RTGS) to the following account details:
- Account Name: N.I.T.T.T & RESEARCH, KOLKATA
- Bank Account No.: 10836428657
- Bank Name: State Bank of India
- IFSC Code: SBIN0001612
- UPI ID: nitttresearchkol@sbi
- Note: The fee once paid will not be refunded or re-adjusted under any circumstances. The details of the application fees are to be filled by the candidates in the google form.
- Application Form Submission: Click the Application Form Link to fill up and submit the Google form: https://forms.gle/AgiFmJKZn94NFutV8.
- Shortlisting: The list of shortlisted candidates will be published on the Institute website and communicated via email only.
Important Note
The application deadline for the NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26 (Winter Session) is December 4, 2025. The application form link is https://forms.gle/AgiFmJKZn94NFutV8.
PhD Disciplines and Seat Matrix
NITTTR Kolkata offers PhD programs in five departments (Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Technical Education & Management). The total number of available seats is 144 across all categories and departments.
| Department | Available Seats | UR | SC (15%) | ST (7.5%) | OBC (27%) | EWS (10%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 21 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 25 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 3 |
| Electrical Engineering | 33 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 33 | 14 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 |
| Tech. Education & Management | 32 | 13 | 5 | 2 | 9 | 3 |
| Total | 144 | 58 | 22 | 10 | 40 | 14 |
Area of Specialization for NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26
Candidates interested in the NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26 should check the broad areas of specialization offered by the respective departments, which demonstrate the institute’s research focus.
Department of Civil Engineering
- Environmental engineering
- Water & Wastewater Quality and Treatment
- Advanced Wastewater Treatment
- Geotechnical and Geoenvironmental Engineering
Department of Computer Science & Engineering
- Machine Learning and Its Applications
- Computational Geometry and Its Applications
- Parallel Computing, Numerical Simulation
- Computational Biology
- Educational Informatics
- Papyri Analysis
Department of Electrical Engineering
- Sensor and Transducer Technology
- Process Control and Automation
- PLC, DCS and SCADA
- Mechatronics & Robotics
- Bio-Medical Instrumentation
- IOT based Instrumentation
- Hybrid CMOS-SET (HCS) Based Designing of Digital and Analog Devices
- Single Spin Logic (SSL) Based Logic Designing of Reversible Gates etc.
- Sensors and Control System for Industrial Automation
- Stability Aspects of Grid Integrated Renewables and EVs
Department of Mechanical Engineering
- Thermal Engineering, Turbomachinery, CFD, Gas Turbines
- Materials: Materials for Gas Turbine engine components, Super alloys, biomaterials, metal matrix composite, Nano materials
- Manufacturing Technology: Additive Manufacturing, Advanced Welding, Materials Processing, Manufacturing Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Green Composite Manufacturing
- Other Areas: Power plant engineering, Alternative fuels, Digital Advanced Manufacturing for Smart Product Development, Digital Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering
Department of Technical Education and Management
- Core Technical Education: Technical education, Curriculum development, Educational Assessment & Evaluation, Pedagogy, Teaching methodology
- Management & Training: Quality management, Training and development, Organizational Behaviour
- Technology Focus: Technology Enabled Learning, AI/ML based Education, Electronics Engineering Education, VLSI Design and Nanodevice Modelling
Contact Information
For any further queries regarding the NITTTR Kolkata PhD Admission 2025-26 program, candidates can use the following details:
- Department: PG Cell
- Institute: National Institute of Technical Teachers’ Training and Research, Kolkata
- Address: Block-FC, Sector-III, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700106
- Email: pgcell@nitttrkol.ac.in
- Phone: 033-66251944
- Website: http://www.nitttrkol.ac.in
