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The Ph.D. in Electronics and Communications Engineering at Amal Jyothi College of Engineering (AJCE), Kanjirappally, Kerala, is a research-based doctoral programme affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Thiruvananthapuram. The programme is available in both full-time and part-time modes and has a minimum duration of 3 years (full-time) and up to 6 years. Research areas in the ECE department include Instrumentation and Sensors, Artificial Intelligence, Bio Imaging, Signal and Image Processing, and VLSI and Embedded Systems. The annual university fee is approximately Rs. 29,000, making it one of the more affordable doctoral programmes in Kerala. Full-time scholars are eligible for a KTU fellowship of Rs. 25,000 per month for 3 years. AJCE is the first engineering college in Kerala to receive NAAC A grade (currently A+) and has NBA-accredited ECE programme, making it a reputed destination for doctoral research in Kerala.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are expected to be notified by KTU around May 2026, based on the pattern of previous years (2025 notification was issued on April 30, 2025, with application window from May 1 to May 31, 2025, and entrance exam on June 20, 2025). Candidates are advised to monitor the KTU official website (ktu.edu.in) and AJCE website (ajce.in) for the 2026 notification.

Key Points

AJCE is an Autonomous institution (UGC Autonomous status granted July 2023) affiliated to KTU, with NAAC A+ accreditation and NBA accreditation for 7 programmes including ECE.
The ECE department at AJCE has 4 registered PhD research guides with expertise in Instrumentation, AI, Bio Imaging, and Signal and Image Processing.
Full-time PhD scholars at KTU-affiliated colleges are eligible for a fellowship of Rs. 25,000 per month for 3 years, plus a contingency grant of Rs. 10,000 per year.
The programme is available in three categories: Full-time (with or without fellowship), Part-time (for faculty of KTU-affiliated colleges), and External Part-time (for researchers in recognised R&D organisations).
AJCE hosts the Startups Valley TBI (Technology Business Incubator) with 32 startups, providing a vibrant research and innovation ecosystem.
The college has institutional memberships with IEEE and ACM, supporting research publication and conference participation.

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AJCE Ph.D. ECE Fees

The Ph.D. programme at AJCE is affiliated to KTU, and the fee structure is governed by KTU norms. The annual university fee for PhD in Engineering and Technology is approximately Rs. 29,000. Full-time scholars who receive the KTU fellowship of Rs. 25,000 per month effectively have their fees covered by the fellowship. The total fee for the minimum 3-year duration is approximately Rs. 87,000 (university fee only), excluding any college-specific charges.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Year (Rs.)	Total for 3 Years (Rs.)
KTU University Fee (Engineering and Technology)	29,000	87,000
Application Fee (General)	1,100 (one-time)	1,100
Application Fee (SC/ST)	550 (one-time)	550
Total Fees (General Category)		88,100

The above fees are as per KTU norms for PhD in Engineering and Technology programmes.
College-specific fees (if any) are to be confirmed directly with AJCE at the time of admission.
Full-time scholars receiving the KTU fellowship of Rs. 25,000/month for 3 years (total Rs. 9,00,000) effectively have their fees and living expenses covered.
Part-time scholars do not receive the fellowship.
Fees are subject to revision by KTU from time to time.

AJCE Ph.D. ECE Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. programme at AJCE (ECE) are conducted through KTU's centralised PhD admission process. Candidates must appear in the KTU PhD Entrance Test, qualify with a minimum of 50% marks (35/70), and then attend a personal interview at the place of research (AJCE). The 2026 admission notification is expected around May 2026. Candidates with valid GATE scores or UGC-NET qualification are exempted from the entrance test.

KTU PhD Admission Dates

Event	2025 (Actual)	2026 (Tentative)
KTU PhD Notification	April 30, 2025	May 2026
Application Window Opens	May 1, 2025	May 2026
Last Date to Apply	May 31, 2025	May/June 2026
PhD Entrance Examination	June 20, 2025	June 2026
Interview and Admission	July 2025	July 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree in Engineering/Technology (M.Tech/M.E.) or Master's degree by Research in Engineering/Technology with a minimum CGPA of 5.75 (General); CGPA of 5.25 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/Differently-abled candidates.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (B.Tech/B.E.) with a minimum CGPA of 7.75 (General); CGPA of 7.25 for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/Differently-abled candidates (direct PhD route).
Candidates with valid GATE score or UGC-NET qualification are exempted from the KTU PhD Entrance Test.
Part-time applicants must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer in the prescribed format.

Admission Process

Monitor KTU website (ktu.edu.in) for the annual PhD admission notification (typically May each year).
Apply online through the KTU portal (app.ktu.edu.in) and pay the application fee (Rs. 1,100 for General; Rs. 550 for SC/ST).
Appear in the KTU PhD Entrance Test (if not exempted via GATE/UGC-NET).
Qualify in the entrance test (minimum 50% overall) and attend the personal interview at AJCE.
Identify a research supervisor from the AJCE ECE department and get the Doctoral Committee recommendation.
Complete registration formalities at AJCE and KTU.

AJCE Ph.D. ECE Scholarships 2026

PhD scholars at AJCE can avail of several fellowship and scholarship opportunities. The KTU fellowship is the primary financial support for full-time scholars. Additionally, national-level fellowships from AICTE and other agencies are available for eligible candidates.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Offered By	Amount	Eligibility
KTU PhD Fellowship	APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University	Rs. 25,000/month for 3 years + Rs. 10,000/year contingency	Full-time PhD scholars at KTU-affiliated colleges
AICTE Doctoral Fellowship	AICTE	As per AICTE norms	Faculty of AICTE-approved institutions pursuing PhD
KSCSTE Fellowship	Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment	As per KSCSTE norms	Selected candidates; exempted from Part B of entrance test
UGC-NET JRF	UGC	Rs. 37,000/month (JRF)	Candidates qualifying UGC-NET with JRF; exempted from KTU entrance test
GATE Fellowship (MHRD/DST)	Government of India	As per scheme norms	Candidates with valid GATE score; exempted from KTU entrance test
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship	AJCE (Institutional)	As per AJCE norms	Meritorious and economically weaker students

KTU fellowship is available only for full-time scholars; part-time scholars are not eligible.
AICTE Doctoral Fellowship candidates are admitted separately through a separate KTU notification.
Candidates with KSCSTE fellowship need to appear only for Part A of the KTU entrance test.
UGC-NET (all three categories) and GATE qualified candidates are fully exempted from the KTU PhD entrance test.

AJCE Ph.D. ECE FAQs

Ques. Q1. Can I pursue a PhD in ECE at AJCE on a part-time basis while working?

Ans. Yes, AJCE offers part-time PhD registration for faculty members of KTU-affiliated colleges and for professionals working in recognised R&D organisations or industries. Part-time applicants must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. Part-time scholars are required to attend regular coursework classes and are not eligible for the KTU monthly fellowship.

Ques. Q2. Who are the research guides available in the ECE department at AJCE for PhD?

Ans. The ECE department at AJCE has four registered KTU PhD research guides: Dr. Jacob Philip (Instrumentation, Sensors, Applied Physics), Dr. Godwin Raj (Artificial Intelligence, Bio Imaging), Dr. Gee Varghese Titus (Signal and Image Processing), and Dr. Therese Yamuna Mahesh (Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing). Candidates are advised to contact the department or visit the AJCE PhD programmes page for the latest list of available guides and their research vacancies.

Ques. Q3. Is the KTU PhD Entrance Test mandatory for all candidates?

Ans. No. Candidates with a valid GATE score or UGC-NET qualification (all three categories) are fully exempted from the KTU PhD Entrance Test and are admitted based on the personal interview alone. Candidates with KSCSTE fellowship need to appear only for Part A of the entrance test. Faculty of KTU-affiliated colleges with 5 years of teaching experience (applying for part-time) also get a partial exemption.

Ques. Q4. What is the minimum duration to complete a PhD at AJCE?

Ans. The minimum duration for a full-time PhD at AJCE (KTU) is 3 years from the date of registration. The maximum duration is 6 years for full-time scholars and 8 years for part-time scholars. Extensions beyond the maximum period require special approval from KTU.

Ques. Q5. Does AJCE have hostel facilities for PhD scholars?

Ans. Yes, AJCE has separate hostel facilities for both male and female students with a combined capacity of 2,500 (Ladies Hostel: 1,200; Gents Hostel: 1,300). PhD scholars can avail of hostel accommodation subject to availability. Hostel fees are charged separately and are not included in the university fee.

Ques. Q6. What are the career prospects after a PhD in ECE from AJCE (KTU)?

Ans. A PhD in ECE from a KTU-affiliated institution like AJCE opens doors to academic positions (Assistant Professor and above) in AICTE-approved engineering colleges and universities, research positions in DRDO, ISRO, CSIR labs, and private R&D organisations, and senior technical roles in the semiconductor, telecom, and defence industries. The specialisation areas at AJCE (AI, Signal Processing, Sensors, Bio Imaging) are highly relevant to current industry and research trends.

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AJCE Ph.D. ECE Fees

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AJCE Ph.D. ECE Admission 2026

KTU PhD Admission Dates

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AJCE Ph.D. ECE Scholarships 2026

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