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Overview

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OVERVIEW

MVJCE has an active Institute Research Promotional Centre (IRPC). Nine Departments, Aeronautical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics have been recognized as Research Centres by Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi.

The College has provided a conducive ambience for research activities, in terms of the laboratory facilities, and incentives for publishing research papers in Scopus and Web of Science Journals with high impact factors listed in Quartile 1 and Quartile 2 of SCImago Journal ranking. The faculty and research scholars of the College regularly present their research findings at conferences of repute.

Institute Research Promotional Centre (IRPC) and Research Monitoring Committee (RMC) at MVJCE help to created a research culture among faculty members and students. The College facilitates and encourages research culture among the faculty and students. It enables a congenial and propitious environment for technological development, providing all the infrastructural facilities and monitoring the research activities of faculty and students. Faculty members are empowered to take up research activities, utilizing the facilities available at the Institute. The Institute Research Promotional Centre of the College motivates the faculty members to write feasibility studies and research projects, and get funding from various funding agencies like DRDO, DST, AICTE, DBT, KSCST, VGST.

Part-Time programme:

Candidates having minimum professional experience of one year after his/her UG Degree from among faculty members working in any Engineering College / Polytechnic / University / Deemed to be a university (recognized/accredited by appropriate bodies in India) or research staff of public/private organizations are eligible to pursue Ph.D.

Fulltime Ph.D. programme

(a) Candidates who take up Ph.D. programmes on a Fulltime basis shall not be allowed to take up any employment during the period of the Ph.D. programme. However, they can receive a scholarship/fellowship/stipend/assistantship, if any, after intimating the respective Research Centre.

(b) Candidates who take up a Ph.D.  programme on a full-time basis under the Full-time category shall do research work in MVJ Research Centre. They shall be available during working hours for curricular, co-curricular and related activities.

(a) Candidates with PG Degree: The candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Engineering / Technology, or equivalent Degree, or M.S. (Research) Degree from the University or any other University recognized by VTU, with a minimum CGPA of 6.75 out of 10, or 60% aggregate marks, at either the Bachelor’s or the Master’s Degree.

(b) Candidates with valid VTU-ETR

Candidates are requested to submit their detailed resume with the copy of VTU-ETR Result sheet to PhD-admissions@mvjce.edu.in

Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.The candidate must submit the title of the research area and the research proposal, along with his/her application, to the Expert Panel.

1. Coursework and Comprehensive Exam (6-12 months)
      – Coursework: Full-time PhD candidates are required to complete certain coursework related to their research area. This usually takes about 6 months to a year.

     – Comprehensive Exam: After completing the coursework, students must pass a comprehensive examination to proceed to the next stage of their PhD.

2. Research Proposal and Approval (6-12 months)

      – Proposal Preparation: Students prepare a detailed research proposal outlining their intended research. This can be done alongside coursework and comprehensive exams.

      – Proposal Defense: The proposal must be defended before a committee for approval. This can take 6 to 12 months.

3. Research and Data Collection (6-12 months)
      – Conducting Research: The primary research phase involves data collection, experiments, and analysis. This phase typically lasts between 6 to 12 months. This can be done alongside coursework and comprehensive exams.

      – Periodic Reviews: Progress is monitored through periodic reviews by the doctoral committee.

4. Paper Publications (6-12 months)
      – First Year: It is required to publish one survey paper in a reputed and highly indexed international conference. This can be done alongside coursework and comprehensive exams.

      – Second and Third Year: Four papers must be published in SCI/WOS Journals. This overlaps with the research and data collection phase.

5. Thesis Writing (6-12 months)
      – Writing the Thesis: Once the research is complete and published papers as given, students shall start writing their thesis, which can take 6 months to a year.

      – Thesis Submission: The completed thesis is submitted for evaluation.

6. Thesis Défense and Final Submission (3-6 months)
      – Viva Voce Examination: After thesis submission, students must defend their work in a viva voce examination.

      – Revisions and Final Submission: Any required revisions are made, and the final thesis is submitted.

Total Duration
      – Minimum: 3 to 4 years
      – Typical: 4 to 5 years

      Maximum: Up to 6 years (depending on the specific regulations of VTU and the nature of the research)

Call for Ph D Teaching and Research Fellowship for 2025-26

MVJ College of Engineering, Bangalore is an autonomous institution, established in 1982 to impart education in Engineering, Management and beyond. The institution embarked on the vision of being a social partner for the development of our country through its involvement in research, adopting novel technologies in research and development activities. The Research Centres (RC) of MVJ College of Engineering are committed to excellence in Research. Ongoing activities include projects funded by AICTE, VGST, DST, ISRO, DRDO, DRDL, etc. Some feathers on the cap of MVJCE:

  • Offering 15 undergraduate programmes, 8 postgraduate programmes, and PhD through 9 Research Centres recognised by VTU, across various branches of Engineering and Management
  • Positioned 7th in Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, for Academic Performance, in 2021-22.

Candidates who are interested in pursuing Ph D are informed to register for VTU ETR-2025 in the VTU portal (Please refer to the VTU Notification).

For more information, call us at 08042991022

Eligibility:

  • Candidates with PG Degree: The candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Engineering / Technology, or equivalent Degree, or M.S. (Research) Degree from the University or any other University recognized by VTU, with a minimum CGPA of 6.75 out of 10, or 60% aggregate marks, at either the Bachelor’s or the Master’s Degree.
  • Candidates with valid VTU-ETR

Fellowship for Full-time PhD Scholars:

  • A Fellowship amount of 40000/- per month (based on the evaluation), for a period of 3 yearsfrom the date of registration, will be given, based on the recommendation of the committee.
  • Researchers who receive financial assistance from any other organisation or receive a regular salary are not eligible to apply.

Facility In the Research Centre:

  • Research Scholars shall use the Research labs and other department laboratories.
  • Research will be monitored by the concerned Research Guide and the Doctoral Committee.

Full-time Ph.D. programme:

(a) Candidates who take up the Ph.D. programme on a Full-time basis shall not be allowed to take up any employment during the period of the Ph.D. programme. However, they can receive a scholarship/fellowship/stipend/assistantship, if any, after informing the respective Research Centre.

(b) Candidates who take up the Ph.D. programme on a Full-time basis under the Full-time category shall do research work in the MVJ Research Centre. They shall be available during working hours for curricular, co-curricular and related activities.

Last date to apply: 29.08.2025

Contact: 080 4299 1022

FELLOWSHIP

A Doctoral Fellowship/Stipend Programme has been introduced with the dual objectives of encouraging and supporting talented students aspiring to pursue research in engineering and related fields, and providing financial assistance to eligible students for their full-time Ph.D. studies. This initiative aims to foster the advancement of knowledge and technology through dedicated research efforts.

 

The Doctoral Fellowship/Stipend Program is structured to support eligible students for a standard duration of 3 years providing financial support to eligible students in the form of a monthly stipend. The stipend is set at ₹40,000 per month. In cases where an extension is granted (up to 6 months), the stipend terms and conditions for the extension period will be determined based on the specific circumstances and the Institute’s policies.

Guidelines

To ensure that scholars fully commit to their research and make significant progress during their PhD studies, the following guidelines are established regarding their engagement and financial support:

  • The scholar shall submit the progress report every six months through the Research Supervisor, Review Committee, Head of the Department and Head of the Institute.
  • Scholars are required to devote full time to research during the tenure of the fellowship.
  • Scholars will not be permitted to take up any other part-time or full-time assignments during the fellowship period.
  • Scholars cannot accept any other salary or fellowship from any other source during the tenure of the fellowship.
  • Scholars must comply with all relevant policies and procedures established by MVJCE regarding intellectual property and commercial exploitation. The exploitation of research results and the handling of patent rights will be subject to the rules and regulations of the Institute.
  • In the first year, it is required to publish one survey paper in reputed and highly indexed International Conference.
  • In the second and third year, four papers must be published in SCI/WOS Journals.
  • If the progress of the candidate is not satisfactory as reported by the supervisor/Head of the Department/Head of the Research Institute, the fellowship of the candidature will be terminated with immediate effect. This will not be revoked under any circumstances.
  • The Ph.D rules/regulations of the Research Centres, Institute and affiliating university will be applicable to all admitted candidates under this programme.
  • To ensure that candidates contribute to the academic community and gain valuable teaching experience, the following teaching responsibilities are required:
  • The candidate must teach one subject to undergraduate (UG) students.
  •  In addition to teaching a subject, the candidate must also handle three lab slots per week for UG students

These teaching responsibilities will provide candidates with the opportunity to develop their teaching skills, contribute to the education of undergraduate students, and integrate their research with practical teaching experiences. This balance between research and teaching aligns with the holistic development goals of the Doctoral Fellowship/Stipend Programme. Leave Policies are same as like the Faculty members of MVJCE.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates are requested to submit their detailed resume with the copy of VTU-ETR Result sheet to PhD-admissions@mvjce.edu.in

Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The candidate must submit the title of the research area and the research proposal, along with his/her application, to the Expert Panel.

Call for Ph.D. Teaching and Research Fellowship for 2023-24: 080 4299 1022