MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU), Pune, offers a full-time Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme across eight engineering and applied science specialisations through its School of Engineering. The programme has a minimum duration of three years and a maximum of six years, built around original research under a faculty supervisor. Specialisations include Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computational Bioengineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Petroleum Engineering. Total fees for the minimum three-year duration range from INR 3,23,000 to INR 3,25,000. Admission is through the MIT-WPU Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET), with NET/GATE/GPAT holders eligible for direct PET exemption.
MIT-WPU Ph.D. admissions for 2026-27 are ongoing. The Ph.D. Entrance Test is scheduled for June 17, 2026, and the admission notification was released in March to April 2026.
Key Points
- Minimum 3-year, maximum 6-year research programme with a mandatory coursework component in the first semester
- Available across eight disciplines spanning traditional engineering and emerging fields such as Computational Bioengineering
- Candidates with valid NET, GATE, or GPAT scores are exempt from PET and eligible for direct interview-based admission
- Full-time research fellows receive a monthly stipend of INR 31,000 in the first two years, rising to INR 35,000 in the third and fourth years
- NAAC-accredited university with UGC recognition; the Ph.D. degree holds equivalence with other UGC-recognised programmes
MIT-WPU Ph.D. Fees 2026
Fee Structure by Specialisation
| Specialisation | Total Fees (Min 3 Years) |
|---|
| Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering / Civil Engineering / Computational Bioengineering / Computer Engineering / Electronics and Communication Engineering | INR 3,25,000 |
| Ph.D. in Computer Science / Mechanical Engineering / Petroleum Engineering | INR 3,23,000 |
- Fees cover one-time application, coursework, three years of tuition, and viva voce charges for the minimum duration.
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with the official sources before taking admission.
MIT-WPU Ph.D. Admission 2026
MIT-WPU Ph.D. admission is conducted through the university’s own Entrance Test (PET). Candidates holding valid NET, GATE, or GPAT scores may apply for PET exemption and proceed directly to the interview stage. The 2026-27 cycle is currently open.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Ph.D. Admission Notification | March to April 2026 |
| PET Registration | April 2026 |
| Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) | June 17, 2026 |
| Viva-Voce and Interview | June to July 2026 |
| Merit List and Provisional Offer | July 2026 |
| Admission Confirmation and Fee Payment | July to August 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- M.E. or M.Tech (or equivalent postgraduate degree) in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks
- 50% aggregate for candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST)
- Candidates with valid NET/GATE/GPAT scores are exempt from PET and eligible for direct interview-based admission
Admission Process
- Register and apply through the MIT-WPU Ph.D. admissions portal within the stated deadline
- Appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) or submit NET/GATE/GPAT score for exemption
- Attend Viva-Voce or Interview round based on merit ranking
- Complete document verification and fee payment to confirm admission
MIT-WPU Ph.D. Scholarships 2026
Ph.D. scholars at MIT-WPU may access funding through the university’s internal research fellowship or through externally awarded fellowships. Government scholarships for students from reserved categories are also available through the Maharashtra state portal.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| MIT-WPU Full-time Research Fellowship | INR 31,000 per month (Years 1 and 2), INR 35,000 per month (Years 3 and 4) | Full-time scholars selected through PET and interview |
| UGC/CSIR/DST JRF Fellowship | INR 37,000 per month (SRF: INR 42,000 per month) | JRF holders under UGC, CSIR, DST or similar government schemes |
| MIT-WPU Research Fellowship (Internal) | As per MIT-WPU norms | Selected scholars based on PET score or NET/GATE qualification |
| Maharashtra Govt Post-Matric Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC/VJNT/SEBC students from Maharashtra via state government portal |
- The internal research fellowship is awarded to selected full-time scholars and is not automatically granted to all admitted candidates.
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