New Horizon College of Engineering (NHCE), Bangalore offers the Doctor of Philosophy programme across eleven research disciplines through its VTU-recognised Research Centre. Ph.D at NHCE spans engineering (CSE, EEE, ECE, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Science and Engineering), applied sciences (Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Computer Applications), and Management Studies. The programme runs for a minimum of three years full-time. Annual fees are a uniform INR 61,200 per year across all disciplines. NHCE ranks 158 in Collegedunia’s 2026 India Engineering Colleges list.
Admission Status: VTU PhD 2026 notification is scheduled for June 2026 and applications will close in July 2026. The VTU Research Entrance Test will be held in August 2026, followed by interviews in August-September 2026 and provisional registration in September 2026.
Key Points
- Eleven Ph.D disciplines at one campus span engineering, applied sciences, and management — breadth uncommon among engineering college research centres.
- Part-time research category is available for working professionals under VTU norms, allowing doctoral research alongside employment.
- Disciplines cover both theoretical domains (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) and applied fields (CSE, Mechanical, Civil), enabling cross-disciplinary collaboration within the same campus.
NHCE Bangalore PhD Fees 2026
Ph.D fees at NHCE Bangalore are uniform across all eleven disciplines at INR 61,200 per year, as per the VTU research scholar fee structure. The total minimum cost for a three-year doctorate is INR 1,83,600.
| Discipline | Annual Fee | Total Fees (3 Years Min) |
|---|
| All 11 Ph.D Disciplines | INR 61,200 | INR 1,83,600 |
- Fees continue at the same annual rate if research extends beyond three years.
- Laboratory and other institutional charges may apply separately.
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with official sources before taking admission.
NHCE Bangalore PhD Admission 2026
Ph.D admissions at NHCE Bangalore are conducted through the VTU Research Entrance Test, administered by Visvesvaraya Technological University. Shortlisted candidates attend a research interview before the doctoral committee at NHCE. Candidates with GATE or UGC-NET qualification may receive exemption from the entrance test as per VTU norms.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| VTU PhD Notification and Application | June 2026 |
| Application Deadline | July 2026 |
| VTU Research Entrance Test | August 2026 |
| Interview and Selection | August-September 2026 |
| Provisional Registration | September 2026 |
- Apply via the VTU research portal at vtu.ac.in after notification.
- Shortlisted candidates attend a research interview at the NHCE Research Centre.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate (50 percent for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- A valid VTU Research Entrance Test score is mandatory; candidates with valid GATE or UGC-NET scores may be exempt as per VTU norms.
- Working professionals may apply under the part-time research category subject to VTU eligibility conditions.
Admission Process
- Apply via the VTU research portal at vtu.ac.in after notification is issued in June 2026.
- Qualify the VTU Research Entrance Test, scheduled for August 2026.
- Attend the research interview before the doctoral committee at NHCE Bangalore.
- On selection, complete provisional registration and begin doctoral coursework.
- After coursework clearance, register as a full research scholar under an allotted supervisor.
✓ Opt for this if
- Teaching faculty at Karnataka colleges needing a UGC-compliant Ph.D under VTU
- Bangalore-based professionals seeking part-time doctoral research alongside employment
- CSIR/UGC JRF holders wanting an affordable VTU-recognised research centre in Bangalore
- Researchers targeting industry-academia collaboration in Bangalore’s tech and science sectors
✗ Skip if
- You need IISc or IIT brand for top-tier international research or academic careers
- You require a fully-funded institute fellowship at the time of enrolment
- You need high-end centralised research infrastructure not typical at an autonomous college
NHCE Bangalore PhD Scholarships 2026
Ph.D scholars at NHCE Bangalore can access state and central fellowship schemes. Eligible scholars should apply promptly after provisional registration.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full fee reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC/ST scholars; apply via state scholarship portal |
| UGC / CSIR Junior Research Fellowship | As per scheme norms | Candidates qualifying NET/GATE; apply at ugc.ac.in or csir.res.in |
| AICTE Doctoral Fellowship | As per scheme norms | Full-time scholars in AICTE-approved institutions; apply via AICTE portal |
| National Scholarship Portal | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka SC/ST scholars apply for fee reimbursement after registration.
- UGC/CSIR fellowships require qualifying NET/GATE; apply via respective portals.
- Institutional research fellowships are subject to availability and NHCE norms.
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