East Point College of Engineering offers a full-time Doctor of Philosophy programme under VTU across seven disciplines, including Computer Science and Engineering, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics and Communication, Chemistry and Mathematics. The minimum three-year research degree admits postgraduate scholars through the VTU Ph.D entrance test, with a uniform total fee of INR 1,83,600 for all specializations.
The VTU Ph.D entrance test was held in April 2026, and interviews with provisional admission are underway through May and June 2026. Selected scholars will begin research work in July 2026.
Key Points
- Minimum three-year research across engineering and science disciplines.
- Admission through the VTU Ph.D entrance test and proposal interview.
- GATE, UGC-NET and M.Tech holders are exempt from the entrance test.
- Research carried out under VTU-recognised supervisors.
East Point PhD Fees 2026
The doctoral fee is uniform across all seven disciplines at a total of INR 1,83,600, billed as roughly INR 61,200 per year over the minimum three-year research period. Registration, thesis evaluation and viva charges are levied separately by VTU, and the fee continues per VTU norms if the research extends beyond three years.
- Eligible scholars may receive fellowship or stipend support.
- Fees is subject to change, verify with official sources before admission.
East Point PhD Admission 2026
Admission is through the VTU Ph.D entrance test followed by a proposal interview, with exemptions for GATE, UGC-NET and M.Tech qualifiers. Applicants respond to the VTU notification, appear for the test or claim exemption, and then defend a research proposal before a panel. Selected scholars register their topic and supervisor with VTU before research begins.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| VTU Ph.D Notification | January 2026 |
| Entrance Test Registration | February to March 2026 |
| VTU Ph.D Entrance Test | April 2026 |
| Interview and Provisional Admission | May to June 2026 |
| Research Work Commences | July 2026 |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|
| VTU Ph.D Entrance Test | March 2026 | April 2026 | May 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- A relevant master’s degree in the chosen engineering or science discipline.
- Minimum 55 percent aggregate, relaxed to 50 percent for reserved categories.
- A valid VTU Ph.D entrance score, unless exempt via GATE, UGC-NET or M.Tech.
Admission Process
- Apply for the VTU Ph.D entrance test within the notified window.
- Appear for the test or claim exemption with GATE, UGC-NET or M.Tech.
- Attend the interview and present a research proposal.
- Complete provisional admission and register the research topic with VTU.
- Clear the mandatory VTU pre-Ph.D coursework before thesis submission.
✓ Opt for this if
- Master’s holders pursuing research in engineering or sciences
- GATE or UGC-NET qualifiers exempt from the entrance test
- Working professionals wanting a VTU doctoral degree
- Candidates with a clear, fundable research proposal
✗ Skip if
- Applicants without a relevant master’s degree
- Those seeking only fully funded full-time fellowships
- Students wanting coursework-heavy taught programmes
- Those needing an IIT or IISc research brand
East Point PhD Scholarships 2026
Research scholars can access VTU fellowships, state fellowships and institutional assistantships based on eligibility. Full-time scholars meeting VTU criteria may draw a research fellowship, while those supporting funded projects can earn an assistantship. Reserved-category scholars additionally qualify for state-funded support.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| VTU Research Fellowship | As per VTU norms | Full-time research scholars meeting VTU criteria |
| Karnataka SC/ST Fellowship | As per state norms | Karnataka domicile SC/ST scholars via state portal |
| Institutional Research Assistantship | As per institute norms | Scholars assisting in funded research projects |
- Reserved-category scholars apply through the state portal.
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