CHANGE-MAKER
TO BE
We believe that the future is shaped by those who create it. With a research and innovation culture, Vidyashilp University aims to develop future leaders who will contribute towards the development of society.
Our focus on new-age emerging domains from Data Science to Psychology, emphasises industry-based research needs and unlocks its potential to impact our world. Therefore, our scholars are encouraged to engage in interdisciplinary research, facilitated by a platform for domain experts to interact and collaborate with one another.
RESEARCH SPECIALIZATIONS
As we continue to work in emerging areas of social relevance, the Ph.D. program at VU features the following specialization areas in its founding year
COMPUTER SCIENCE
- Image Processing
- Internet of Things
- Algorithms
DATA SCIENCE
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Deep Learning
- Multi Modal Learning
- Audio & Video Analytics
MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS
- Fractional Calculus
- Wavelets
- Statistics
MATERIAL SCIENCE
- Gas Sensors
- Photocatalytic Dye Degradation
- Water Splitting
ECONOMICS
- International Economics
- Gender Economics
- Indian Economics
PSYCHOLOGY
- Visual Perception
- Attention
- Memory
- Well-Being
- Identity
Literature
- Gender
- Memory
- Trauma
- Narratology
- Diaspora
SOCIOLOGY &
ANTHROPOLOGY
- Urban Studies
- Religion and Well-being
- Migration and Gender
RESEARCH SUPERVISORS
Working with Vidyashilp University's award-winning faculty, you'll explore the complex problems
facing today's global environment—and find ways to solve them.
Prof. Radhika Lobo
radhika.lobo@vidyashilp.edu.in
Professor of Economics, School of Business Studies
Prof. Smitha Rao
smitha.rao@vidyashilp.edu.in
Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Prof. Umesh Mahtani
umesh.mahtani@vidyashilp.edu.in
Professor, School of Business Studies
Prof. R. P. Suresh
suresh.rp@vidyashilp.edu.in
Professor of Practice, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. D. C. Kiran
dc.kiran@vidyashilp.edu.in
Associate Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. N. Mehala
mehala.n@vidyashilp.edu.in
Associate Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. Bijil Prakash
bijil.prakash@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. Amrita Ghatak
amrita.g@vidyashilp.edu.in
Associate Professor of Economics, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies
Dr. Anupama A. V.
anupama.av@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. Setu Havanur
setu.havanur@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies
Dr. Ranjana Raghunathan
ranjana.r@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design
Dr. Priyambada Tripathi
priyambada.t@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Computational and Data Sciences
Dr. Jobeth Ann Warjri
jobeth.a@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies
Dr. Tania Islam
tania.i@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies
Dr. Sheetal Bharat
sheetal.bharat@vidyashilp.edu.in
Associate Professor, Vidyashilp University
Dr. Bipin Sony
bipin.sony@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor of Economics and Finance
Dr. Gargi S Kumar
gargi.kumar@vidyashilp.edu.in
Assistant Professor, School of Liberal Arts and Design Studies
With both full-time and part-time program options, admissions will be strictly based on merit and availability of seats. This will be determined through our Entrance Test followed by an Interview.
VIEW ADMISSION SCHEDULE
Last Date of Submission of Application | 9th August 2024 (Friday) |
List of applicants who qualified for the Entrance Test | 16th August 2024 (Friday) |
Date and timings of Entrance Test at campus | 22nd Aug 2024 (Thursday) |
Declaration of Entrance Test result and list of applicants qualified for the Interview | 22nd Aug 2024 (Thursday) |
Interview of Qualified Candidates | 22nd Aug 2024 (Thursday) |
Declaration of Final List of those selected for the Ph.D. Program | 27th August 2024 (Tuesday) |
Last Date for Payment of Fees | 1st September 2024 (Sunday) |
Registration and Commencement of the Ph.D. Program | 2nd September 2024 (Monday) |
The Application Fee for the Ph.D. program is
INR 1000/-
Sl. No. | Particulars | Amount |
1 | Annual Tuition Fee (Per Annum) |
₹ 1,10,000 |
2 | Security Deposit# | ₹ 10,000 |
3 | Thesis Examination Fee* | ₹ 5,000 |
4 | Convocation Fee** | ₹ 1,500 |
5 | Alumni AssociationFee** | ₹ 4,500 |
T&C
#Refundable – Subject to University Policy
*At the time of submission of Thesis
**At the time of submitting the Proforma for request of PDC
Candidates fulfilling the minimum eligibility criteria for Ph.D. Admission are required to take the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) followed by an Interview or Viva Voce. The candidates must obtain a minimum of 50% marks in the PET to qualify for the Interview/Viva Voce.
Exemption from PET
Candidates fulfilling the following criteria will be exempted from PET and will directly appear for the Interview/Viva Voce:
- UGC/CSIR/NET/GATE qualified research fellows or project fellows/research fellows sponsored by the UGC/CSIR/ICSSR/NDF/ICMR/DBT/NBHM or other such recognized national/international organizations
- Obtained M.Phil. Degree and satisfies the eligibility criteria
- Submitted M.Phil. Dissertation but Viva Voce examination and award of degree is pending. However, such candidates, if selected, will be admitted to the Ph.D. Program only on completion of the M.Phil. Degree as per the eligibility criteria
Our doctoral program is designed to develop outstanding researchers who have been at the forefront of their academic journey and have a deep understanding of the real-world challenges they study.
VIEW ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Candidates seeking admission to the Ph.D. Program 2022 need to have completed either of the following requirements:
A 1-year Master's degree with minimum 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 10- point scale.
This could also be an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency (approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions)
- A 2-year Master’s degree, with the same conditions as in point 1
Candidates need to have also completed
- A 4-year Bachelor’s degree with Research with a minimum CGPA of 7.50 on the UGC-10 point scale, or an equivalent grade
Or
- A 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology / Design / Architecture with a minimum CGPA of 7.50 on the UGC-10 point scale, or an equivalent grade
Candidates who have completed M.Phil. coursework with minimum 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 10-point scale, will also be eligible for the program. This could also be an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or an equivalent degree from a Foreign Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency (approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions).
Other criteria:
- A candidate whose M.Phil. dissertation has been evaluated and recommended for award of the degree, may be admitted to the Ph.D. Program on a provisional basis even before the viva-voice or final defense
- The relaxation of the eligibility criteria for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates shall be as per the directives of the UGC/State Government
Any amendments in the eligibility criteria notified by UGC/Statutory bodies from time to time shall be applicable and notified by the University
Additional eligibility criteria for Part-time Research Scholars:
- The candidate must submit a ‘No Objection Certificate’ from the employer to the effect that the duties allotted by the employer will allow the required time for pursuit of the research work and completion of the mandatory Ph.D. coursework requirements
- For faculty or research staff at Vidyashilp University, an undertaking needs to be submitted stating that he/she will continue and complete all the academic and administrative work assigned by the School/Department, while being a Part-time Research Scholar in the Ph.D. Program
SCHOLARSHIPS
The University has instituted the Vidyashilp University Research Fellowship, to further foster and promote an interdisciplinary and interconnected approach to Research, Innovation and Problem Solving.
Applicants admitted to the full-time Ph.D. program are eligible for this fellowship.
To know more about eligibility and other conditions
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