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CMRIT Bangalore Ph.D Chemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Total fees
INR 2.45 Lakhs
4 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 7 LPA
latest batch, this course
Cutoff
50
VTU ULRAT, General 2026
Placement rate
349
offers above 7 LPA
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your ULRAT score get you in?ULRAT score ranges by category and mode
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry
CMRIT offers a three-year, part-time Ph.D. Chemistry with through VTU ULRAT and interview. The research work is done at the Chemistry Research Centre under VTU rules. The institute holds NAAC A and stands NAAC A++ · VTU affiliated · AICTE approved and a VTU approved Chemistry research centre. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.45 Lakhs, counted from the annual research fee, and INR 4.37 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a place through VTU research admission steps. The safer published ULRAT score range starts at 50 for General students. The latest placement page shows 349+ offers above INR 7 LPA at college level.
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Fees
The full course costs INR 2.45 Lakhs without hostel and INR 4.37 Lakhs with hostel. The annual research fee is INR 2.45 Lakhs of that. You pay the research fee per year, four times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 1.92 Lakhs over four years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Annual research fee | INR 2.45 Lakhs | INR 61,200 a year, 4 years |
| Admission fee | INR 0 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 1.92 Lakhs | INR 48,000 a year, 4 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 2.45 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 4.37 Lakhs | Full course |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Dates
The 2027 batch used the VTU ULRAT window after applications closed on 15 Jul 2026. The admission list is due on 30 Sep 2026 and classes start in Jan 2027. Keep the offer letter and the fee receipt ready for reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| VTU ULRAT application, last date to apply | 12 Aug 2026 to 29 Aug 2026 | Over |
| VTU ULRAT test | 28 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| VTU ULRAT result | Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Interview round | Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Admission list | Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| Admission fee, last date | Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| Reporting and document check | Jan 2027 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | Feb 2027 | Confirmed |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Eligibility
You need M.Sc. Chemistry or an allied subject from a recognised university. CMRIT follows VTU research rules. You also need a VTU ULRAT score from any session. There is no upper age limit.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. subjects | Chemistry or allied science subject |
| M.Sc. marks | Recognised university degree under VTU research rules |
| Exam | VTU ULRAT score from any session |
| Age | No upper age limit |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Process
VTU allots the place on your score and your research topics. You then pay the place fee within five days. Most students who lose a place miss that window.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Write VTU ULRAT | Sit for one or both sessions; your best score counts |
| 2. Fill research topics on VTU | List this course high if it is your first pick |
| 3. Accept the place | Pay the place fee within five days of admission |
| 4. Report | Bring original mark sheets and the admission letter |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Cutoff
The General place closed at score 60 and the OBC place at 45 in 2025. These are the VTU ULRAT closing scores for Part Time places. The General closing score has gone lower for four years, so it got tougher.
| Category | Closing rank, Part Time | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 60 | ULRAT, 2025 |
| OBC | 45 | ULRAT, 2025 |
| SC | 36 | ULRAT, 2025 |
| ST | 30 | ULRAT, 2025 |
| EWS | 40 | ULRAT, 2025 |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Placements
The latest campus page shows 349+ placements above INR 7 LPA. The median is INR 8 LPA and the highest offer was INR 22 LPA. research labs, teaching roles and project work fit this course after registration.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 7 LPA, latest batch |
| Median pay | INR 8 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 22 LPA |
| Batch placed | 349+ |
| Recruiters | research labs, teaching roles and projects |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2.05 Lakhs over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the most. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS waiver needs the certificate.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 2.05 Lakhs over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in M.Sc. | INR 40,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 1.50 Lakhs over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 2.05 Lakhs over the course |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Ranking
The college stands #12 in Collegedunia's Ph.D. ranking and #54 in NIRF research, with NAAC A. Collegedunia scores on fees, placements and student reviews. NIRF scores on data the institute files every year.
| Ranking body | Year | Score or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Ph.D. ranking | 2026 | #12 |
| NIRF Research | 2025 | #54 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A+ |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Course Structure
Year 1 is maths, chemistry and programming; electives start in year 3 and year 4 ends with the final project. One course from day one, with labs from the first semester. There is no minor and no specialisation before year 3.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Maths, chemistry, programming and basic electronics |
| Year 2 | Data structures, digital logic, operating systems |
| Year 3 | Databases, networks, machine learning electives |
| Year 4 | Two electives a semester and the final project |
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Hostel and Campus
The hostel is on campus and first-years are allotted rooms before classes start. The mess fee is part of the hostel fee.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| First-year room | Three to a room, allotted before classes start |
| Single room | From year 3, on request |
| Mess | Included in the hostel fee, three meals a day |
| Campus | One campus in a north Bangalore campus |
Should you pick Ph.D. Chemistry at CMRIT?
This course suits students who want materials research and can spend steady lab time on campus.
Pick it if:
You want materials research: the Chemistry centre works on advanced materials, thin films and optoelectronic devices.
You need a named lab: the department lists Advanced Materials Research Lab and TFOD lab for research work.
You can clear VTU ULRAT: a score near 60 keeps the interview chance stronger for General students.
You want many peers: the Chemistry centre lists 15 research scholars, so you join an active group.
Skip it if:
You want quick campus hiring: Ph.D. Chemistry leads more to research and teaching than placement drives.
You need distance study: VTU rules say distance PG science degrees are not accepted for this research path.
Your fee limit is low: the full course fee is INR 2.45 Lakhs before hostel and living cost.
You cannot visit campus: the interview and guide work need time at the Bangalore research centre.
Counsellor's advice
If your topic fits advanced materials or thin films, take the interview seriously. If you need distance study, do not pay yet.
Ph.D. Chemistry Eligibility▾
M.Sc. marks: First class in Chemistry or a related science subject. 5% relaxation for SC, ST and PwD.
Board score alternative: Being in the top 20 percentile of your board also counts.
Exam needed: A VTU ULRAT score. ULRAT score decides the Part Time places.
Part Time quota: Half the places go to students who passed M.Sc. in this state.
Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Process▾
Write VTU ULRAT: Two sessions, January and April. Your best score counts.
Register on VTU: VTU (the university) allots every place here.
Fill research topics: List CMRIT and course high. Pick the guide and topic carefully.
Pay the place fee: Pay within five days of admission or you lose the place.
Report on campus: Bring originals for document check on the reporting date.
Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Dates 2027
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These are the official dates for the 2027 batch. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
1 Jun 2026 to 15 Jul 2026
VTU ULRAT application
Last date to apply was 15 Jul 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
31 Jul 2026
VTU ULRAT test
Your score is used for the interview shortlist.
Over
1 Aug 2026
Coursework entrance exam
The college used this step before interview calls.
Over
20 Aug 2026
Research interview
Carry your M.Sc. marks and research note.
Confirmed
30 Sep 2026
ULRAT result and merit list
Check the list and keep your fee papers ready.
Confirmed
5 Oct 2026
Research counselling allotment
The research centre matches your topic with an approved guide.
Confirmed
15 Oct 2026
Admission fee, last date
You lose the place if the first fee is not paid by this date.
Confirmed
20 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring original marksheets and the admission letter.
Confirmed
Jan 2027
Classes start
Research registration starts after the fee and papers are cleared.
Tentative
Aug 2027
VTU ULRAT registration
Expected to open in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Nov 2027
VTU ULRAT test
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Jan 2028
VTU ULRAT result
Expected about one month after the test.
Tentative
Feb 2028
Interview round
Expected after the research test.
Tentative
Apr 2028
Admission list
Expected after the interview.
Tentative
Apr 2028
Admission fee
Expected after the admission list.
Tentative
Jun 2028
Reporting and document check
Expected before classes start.
Tentative
Jun 2028
Classes start
Expected after reporting.
Source: the exam body notice and the institute admission page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Fees 2027
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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Annual research fee
Per year × 4, INR 61,250 a year
INR 2.45 Lakhs
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 0
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 4, INR 48,000 a year
INR 1.92 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 4,131
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
286%
college-level pay marker INR 7 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 7,368
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
160%
college-level pay marker INR 7 LPA vs the full fee
Source: CMRIT course page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your ULRAT score get you Ph.D. Chemistry at CMRIT?
Pick your category and mode. The cutoff ranges are this course's published VTU closing scores.
Category
Mode
General · Part Time
75 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
61 to 60: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 60: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
General · Part Time
70 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
56 to 55: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 55: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC · Part Time
60 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
46 to 45: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 45: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC · Part Time
55 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
41 to 40: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 40: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Part Time
50 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
37 to 36: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 36: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Part Time
45 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
34 to 33: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 33: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Part Time
45 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
31 to 30: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 30: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Part Time
40 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
29 to 28: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 28: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Part Time
55 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
41 to 40: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 40: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Part Time
50 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
36 to 35: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 35: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The Round 1 close is the safe number. The ULRAT close only helps if you keep the choice waited to the end.
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 2.05 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in M.Sc.Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 2.05 Lakhs
CMRIT
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 2.05 Lakhs
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry vs similar colleges
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CMR University has not published the same Ph.D. Chemistry figures in one place. If your CMRIT interview clears, decide from guide fit and fee first.
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REVA has not published matching course figures for this table. If both call you, ask which guide works in your topic before paying.
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Jain has not published matching Ph.D. Chemistry fee and score rows for this table. If both are possible, compare the guide list first.
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Presidency has not published matching course numbers here. If CMRIT allots you a guide in your topic, that is the stronger check.
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Alliance has not published matching course rows for this table. If both call you, compare supervisor fit and fee before you decide.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on CMRIT Ph.D. Chemistry
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D. Chemistry at CMRIT worth the fee?▾
Yes, for most students who get placed. The full fee without hostel is INR 2.45 Lakhs and the last batch averaged INR 7 LPA, so the fee comes back within the first working year. If a loan will pay the fee, read the EMI line in the fee block above before you decide.
Should I take this place if my score is just above the closing score?▾
Not on last year's number alone. The General part-time place closed at score 60 in ULRAT and it got tougher four years in a row, so a score that just cleared last year may miss this year. Keep CMRIT in your list with a safer option above it, and use the score checker above for your own category.
What job will I get after this course?▾
Most students get research, lab and teaching roles that hire on campus in the seventh semester. The latest batch averaged INR 7 LPA, the median was INR 8 LPA and 349+ placements crossed INR 7 LPA. If you want a core electronics job instead, this course is not the right pick.
Who should not take this course here?▾
Skip it if you need a single room from the first year, or if you want internships in a big city. First-years share three to a room and single rooms open only from year 3. The campus is in a north Bangalore campus, so the placement cell brings most internships and few come on their own. If either of these matters more than the placement figures, pick a city college.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, if you plan for it from year 2. The course has no minor and no specialisation before year 3, but the electives in year 3 and 4 cover machine learning and networks, and the final project can lead to a research paper. Talk to the department in year 2 about a project with a faculty member, because that is what a good master's application needs.
Should I wait a year and try for a better score?▾
Only if you can raise your score by a lot, not a little. The General closing score got tougher four years in a row, so a small gain may still miss the place next year. If you already clear this year's cutoff, take the place now and try a course change after year 1 if you want a sibling course.
Will I get placed if I am in the bottom half of the batch?▾
Most likely yes, but later and at a lower package. 349+ of the last batch was placed, and the median of INR 8 LPA is lower than the average of INR 7 LPA because the last students take the smaller offers. Keep your CGPA above the cutoff the companies set, usually 7, and join the placement training the cell holds in year 3.
Is this course better than ECE at CMRIT for me?▾
Pick Chemistry if you want a software job and ECE if you want a core electronics job. Chemistry places a bigger share of its batch with product companies, and its closing score is the tougher of the two. If you get ECE now and want Chemistry, the course change after year 1 needs a top CGPA, so do not count on it.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Take the VTU ULRAT test and fill CMRIT in your VTU choice list. A place comes in the round your score clears, and you must accept it and pay the place fee within the days VTU gives. Then report with your papers on the date in the admission dates block above, or you lose the place.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 4-year fee is INR 2.45 Lakhs without hostel. With hostel and mess it comes to INR 4.37 Lakhs. Both totals sit in the fee block above, and the toggle there shows what the hostel adds each year.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. You pay the tuition fee semester by semester, so the money is never due all at once. If you need smaller parts than that, write to the fee office before the semester starts; the request opens every August.
Do I get the fee back if I drop the place?▾
It depends on when you leave. If you leave before the counselling body's exit date, most of the fee comes back. If you leave after it, the college keeps a part, so read the refund table in the fee block before you pay.
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