MNNIT Allahabad PhD Admissions are ongoing now. MNNIT Allahabad will conduct the interview from June 5-16, 2023. The institute will declare the final results of admission on June 30, 2023.

MNNIT Important Dates 2023

Events Dates
Start of PhD application process March 30, 2023
Registration Deadline May 10, 2023
Last date for receipt of the printed and signed application form May 15, 2023
Declaration of list of shortlisted candidates for written test May 26, 2023
Written Test and Interview  June 5-16, 2023
Declaration of PhD admission result June 30, 2023
Last date for seat acceptance and Submission of Institute fee July 5, 2023
List of waitlisted candidates July 7, 2023
Last date for seat acceptance and payment of fee for waitlisted candidates July 12, 2023

The basic eligibility criteria for PhD at MNNIT are either a Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject with a 60% or 75% aggregate score respectively. Applicants must also qualify GATE/ NET in a relevant subject to be considered eligible. Here are some other important informations regarding PhD Admission to MNNIT:

  • Applied Mechanics, Biotechnology, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, GIS Cell, Humanities and Social Sciences, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Management Studies are the 14 academic disciplines in which PhD scholars can pursue their research work. 
  • The maximum annual intake capacity for the program is 175, including institute stipendiary/ self-financed/ sponsored full-time research categories, and sponsored part-time research category of candidates.
  • Application for admission is an online process and applicants are required to qualify a written test and/ or interview.
  • The PhD academic session is split into two semesters, each of 14 weeks’ duration. Admission is normally made in May-June.

MNNIT PhD Eligibility Criteria

The specified minimum score/ CPI (Cumulative Performance Index) mandates as the eligibility criteria for each PhD discipline is elaborated below. For SC/ ST candidates, the specified minimum score/ CPI will be relaxed as per Government directives.

PhD in Engineering

  • Postgraduate degree in a relevant branch of Engineering/Technology with a minimum score of 60% or 6.5 CPI, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Master’s Degree in any related discipline with a minimum score of 75% marks or 8.0 CPI.

PhD in Management

  • Postgraduate Degree in Management/Technology/ Engineering/ Economics/ Commerce/ Science/ Computer Applications/ Social Science with a minimum score of 60% or 6.5 CPI, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum score of 75% or 8.0 CPI, or
  • Qualified Chartered Accountant with a minimum score of 60% in both Bachelor’s degree and CA examination. Such candidates should also have at least three years’ experience of professional practice as CA.

PhD in Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences

  • Postgraduate Degree in a relevant subject with a minimum of 60% Marks or CPI 6. with a minimum score of 60% or 6.5 CPI, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Pharmacy a minimum score of 75% or 8.0 CPI.

PhD in Geographic Information System (GIS) Cell

  • M. Tech. or equivalent in GIS & Remote Sensing/ Civil Engineering/ Computer Science and Engineering/ Electronics/ Information Technology/ Agriculture Engineering/ Mining Engineering with a minimum score of 60% or 6.5 CPI, or
  • M.Sc. or equivalent degree in GIS & Remote Sensing/ Applied Geology/ Geophysics/ Geography/ Environmental Science/ Computer Science or a Master of Computer Application with a minimum score of 75% or 8.0 CPI 8.0, or
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum score of 75% or 8.0 CPI.

Keynote:

  • It is mandatory for candidates applying for the Institute Stipendiary Full-Time Research Scholar category to qualify GATE/ NET in a relevant discipline.
  • Candidates fulfilling the eligibility condition of a Postgraduate Degree in Science/ Computer Application/ Commerce/ Economics/ English/ Management or any subject of Humanities/ Life Sciences/ Social Science should also qualify GATE/ NET in relevant discipline. 
  • Full-time and part-time research scholars as well as self-financed candidates who have received UGC/ CSIR/ DST fellowships.

MNNIT PhD Admission Criteria

MNNIT PhD applicants are required to qualify a written test and/or interview conducted by the institution. Candidates with valid GATE/ NET scores or UGC/ CSIR/ DST fellowships are exempt from appearing in the selection procedure.

The application procedure is an online process and can be accessed through the official portal https://academics.mnnit.ac.in/admission2020. The steps involved in the process are listed below:

Step 1: Register at the online application portal to receive an application ID

 Step 2: Log-in to the portal with the application ID and complete the online application form with the correct details.

Step 3: Upload scanned copies of all documents (PDF files up to 1 MB) and passport-size photographs (JPEG file up to 30 KB) to the application form.

Step 4: Submit Application fee online. The application fee is INR 1200 (INR 600 for SC/ST category applicants)

Step 5: Review the application before submitting it. Ensure to take a printout of the filled-in application form and e-receipt of application fee payment for future reference.

Please note that separate applications need to be filled if applying to more than one department.

  • The institute releases the list of shortlisted candidates who are to appear in the written test and/or interview on the application portal.
  • Institute will verify the eligibility of candidates either at the time of the interview or during document verification.
  • The result of the selection process and offer of admission is made public via the official portal and shortlisted candidates need to accept and pay the prescribed fee within the specified deadline to secure their seat.

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MNNIT PhD Specialization

Civil Engineering Electronics and Communications Engineering Management Studies
Biotechnology Humanities & Social Sciences Chemistry
Physics Computer Science and Engineering Mechanical Engineering
Mathematics Remote Sensing and GIS Applications Chemical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Applied Mechanics -

MNNIT PhD Course Details

The MNNIT PhD program can be pursued in 14 departments in four academic disciplines, namely, Engineering, Management, GIS Cell, and Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences. The specialization departments are listed below:

Engineering: Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
Management: Management Studies
GIS Cell: Geographic Information System
Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences: Applied Mechanics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Mathematics, Physics

The minimum duration of the PhD program is 2 years, extendable up to 6 years (7 years for part-time programs). The table below presents the course and credit requirements for the successful completion of the program.

Discipline Qualifying Degree Total Credits Min. Credits through Coursework/ Research Seminar/ Mini-Projects Credits through Comprehensive Examination Credits through State-of-the-Art Seminar Min. Credits through Research
Engineering M. Tech./ M.E. 80 16 8 8 48
B. Tech/ MCA/ M.Sc. 120 32 8 8 72
Management MBA/ MMS 80 16 8 8 48
B. Tech/ M. Sc./ MA/ M.Com 120 32 8 8 72
Science /HSS M.Sc./ MA/ M. Com 80 16 8 8 48
B. Tech 120 32 8 8 72

Please note:

  • MNNIT stipulates that out of 16/ 32 total course credits, minimum 12/ 24 credits be earned through coursework while the balance 4 credits are earned through Research Seminar and Mini-projects.
  • In addition to the above-mentioned course and credit requirements, the department may prescribe additional credits of Courses/ Thesis work.
  • All PhD. students will have to register for a minimum of 8 credits and a maximum of 20 credits every semester.
  • The 1st-semester credits are earned through the Course Work/ Research Seminar/ Mini Project/ Thesis Performance.
  • The 2nd and 3rd-semester credits include the Comprehensive Exam and State-of-the-art Seminar along with the Course Work/ Research Seminar/ Mini Project/ Thesis Performance.
  • The 4th-semester credits are earned through State-of-the-art Seminar/ Thesis Performance.
  • The 5th and 6th semesters concentrate solely on Thesis Performance.
  • Prior to submitting the PhD thesis, a student has to complete the specified coursework and clear the comprehensive examination with the required CPI. The examination is normally oral in nature but may be supplemented with a written test at the department’s discretion.

MNNIT PhD Fees

The fees for the PhD program at MNNIT is tabulated below:

1st Semester INR 43500
Intermediate Semesters INR 38500
Final Semester INR 40500

Please note that the above fee does not include hostel and mess charges.

MNNIT PhD Placement

Placement information particularly for PhD is not available.

Documents required at the time of admission

  • High School Certificate
  • Qualifying examination Mark Sheets/ Grade Sheets
  • Migration certificate
  • Character Certificate (issued by the Head of the institution last attended)
  • Certificate of sponsorship (if applicable).
  • NOC from employer (for sponsored candidates only).
  • EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PH certificate (if applicable)
  • Undertaking by OBC candidates (As given on admission portal at the time of application)
  • E-receipt of Application Fee payment
  • GATE/NET/JAM Scorecard (If applicable)

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FAQs

Ques. What is the total strength of PhD students at MNNIT?

Ans. As per data submitted to NIRF, 409 students are registered as full-time research scholars with MNNIT as of AY 2017 – 18, while 103 are pursuing a PhD in the part-time mode. During the AY 2018 – 19, 99 candidates enrolled with the institute as PhD students, of which 68 were male and 31 females.

Ques. Does MNNIT have hostel facilities for PhD scholars?

Ans. Being a fully residential institute, MNNIT has campus accommodation facilities for male and female students studying across graduation, post-graduation, and doctoral levels. There are eight boys’ hostels and two for girls on campus apart from an International House for PhD and PG students. PhD students need to pay INR 20000 at the time of admission towards Hostel fees.

Ques. What amount of stipend do stipendiary PhD do students receive?

Ans. PhD students are awarded a monthly stipend of INR 25,000 as per MHRD regulations during the first 2 years of the program. Thereafter, the stipend amount may be increased to INR 28000 per month upon a satisfactory review report. This stipend/ scholarship scheme is valid for a period of 5 years.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of the interview or document verification?

Ans. Candidates need to present the following documents in original for verification purposes:

  • High School Certificate
  • Qualifying examination Mark Sheets/ Grade Sheets
  • Migration certificate
  • Character Certificate (issued by the Head of the institution last attended)
  • Certificate of sponsorship (if applicable).
  • NOC from employer (for sponsored candidates only).
  • EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PH certificate (if applicable)
  • Undertaking by OBC candidates (As given on admission portal at the time of application)
  • E-receipt of Application Fee payment
  • GATE/NET/JAM Scorecard (If applicable)

At the time of PhD registration, candidates will be required to present the above set of documents once again along with the Admission letter and three passport-size photographs.

Ques. What are the maximum available seats for PhD in different departments and across different candidate categories?

Ans. The following table illustrates the maximum intake capacity for the PhD program, department-wise, and also as per the different candidate categories:

Department Full-Time Research Scholar Category
Institute Stipendiary Self-financed Sponsored
Department of Applied Mechanics 7 2 3
Department of Biotechnology 7 3 2
Department of Chemical Engineering 6 2 3
Department of Chemistry 3 3 2
Department of Civil Engineering 14 2 3
Department of Computer Science and Engineering 13 2 3
Department of Electrical Engineering 8 2 3
Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering 12 2 3
GIS Cell 2 3 2
Department of Humanities and Social Sciences 3 3 2
Department of Mathematics 6 3 2
Department of Mechanical Engineering 18 2 3
Department of Physics 3 3 2
School of Management Studies 3 3 2
Total 105 35 35