The Ph.D programme at BITM Bellary is a doctoral research degree affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University, offered in eight disciplines spanning Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Electronics and Mechanical Engineering plus Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. Both full-time and part-time modes are available, with total research fees of INR 52,200 for the three-year full-time route and INR 69,600 for the four-year part-time route. Admission is through the VTU research entrance test.
BITM research applications are open at the institute portal, and the VTU Research Entrance Test for the 2026-27 cycle is expected as per the VTU schedule. Provisional registration will follow the entrance test and interview.
Key Points
- Doctoral research across eight engineering and science disciplines.
- Recognised VTU research centre at BITM for supervised study.
- GATE, UGC-NET or equivalent holders exempt from the entrance test.
- Both full-time three-year and part-time four-year minimum durations.
BITM Bellary Ph.D Fees 2026
Research fees are VTU-regulated and uniform across disciplines, at INR 17,400 per year. The full-time route totals INR 52,200 over three years and the part-time route INR 69,600 over four years.
| Discipline | Full-Time Total | Part-Time Total |
|---|
| Civil Engineering | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Mathematics | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Physics | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
| Chemistry | INR 52,200 | INR 69,600 |
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
- A one-time counselling and registration fee applies separately.
BITM Bellary Ph.D Admission 2026
Admission is conducted through the VTU research entrance test followed by an interview at the BITM research centre. Candidates holding a valid GATE, UGC-NET or equivalent qualification may claim exemption from the test.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| VTU Research Entrance Test Notification | 2026-27 cycle |
| VTU Entrance Test and Interview | As per VTU schedule 2026 |
| Provisional Registration | 2026-27 |
| BITM Research Applications | Open at institute portal |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline from a recognised university.
- Minimum 55 percent aggregate or equivalent CGPA, 50 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates.
- Qualify the VTU research entrance test or hold a valid GATE, UGC-NET or equivalent fellowship.
Admission Process
- Apply for the VTU research entrance test through the VTU research portal during the notified cycle.
- Qualify the test, or claim exemption with a valid GATE, UGC-NET or equivalent.
- Attend the research interview at the recognised research centre at BITM.
- Complete provisional registration and enrol under an allotted supervisor.
✓ Opt for this if
- Working professionals wanting a part-time VTU doctorate
- Engineering or science postgraduates near the Ballari region
- GATE or UGC-NET holders seeking entrance exemption
- Researchers wanting a low research-fee doctoral path
✗ Skip if
- You need a full-time fellowship stipend to fund study
- You want large metro research-lab infrastructure
- You need completion faster than the VTU minimum duration
BITM Bellary Ph.D Scholarships 2026
Eligible research scholars can access state and central government schemes covering tuition reimbursement and merit support.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST scholars |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female candidates, family income below INR 8,00,000 |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000 |
- SC/ST Karnataka scholars apply for reimbursement after joining.
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