NHCE offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D Mathematics through VTU research admission. The course is for students who already hold a Mathematics or allied PG degree and want supervised research on campus. NHCE is an autonomous college affiliated to VTU, and its official research page lists Mathematics scholars who finished in 2020, 2022 and 2023. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.84 Lakhs, paid each year, and INR 7.24 Lakhs with living cost. You apply through VTU-ETR or use a valid NET or JRF route. The General route needs 55% PG marks. The JRF stipend used for pay is INR 4.44 LPA.
The full course costs INR 7.24 Lakhs with living cost and INR 1.84 Lakhs without hostel. The research fee is INR 1.84 Lakhs. You pay the fee once every year for three years. VTU and the college can ask for extra test or paper fees. Living cost is separate and depends on your room and food choice.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Research fee | INR 1.84 Lakhs | INR 61,200 a year, 3 years |
| Living cost | INR 5.40 Lakhs | INR 15,000 a month, 36 months |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.84 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 7.24 Lakhs | Full course |
VTU-ETR exam was held on 28 Sep 2026. The next step is the October result, and coursework classes are expected in Feb 2027. Watch the result and interview steps because they decide the research centre allotment. Keep your PG marks card ready before reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| VTU-ETR application, last date to apply | 31 Aug 2026 | Over |
| VTU-ETR date extension | 22 Sep 2026 | Over |
| VTU-ETR exam | 28 Sep 2026 | Over |
| VTU-ETR result and scorecard | Oct 2026 | Tentative |
| Research centre interview | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
| VTU merit list and allotment | Dec 2026 | Tentative |
| Registration fee payment | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Jan 2027 | Tentative |
| Coursework classes start | Feb 2027 | Tentative |
The General route needs 55% PG marks, while SC, ST and Category-I candidates need 50%. You need an M.Sc Mathematics or allied PG degree. VTU also accepts a 6.75 CGPA out of 10. NET, CSIR-NET, GATE or JRF can help you skip the entrance test step, but the interview still matters.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| PG marks | 55% for General, 50% for SC, ST and Category-I |
| Degree | M.Sc Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or allied PG |
| CGPA option | 6.75 out of 10 if shown by the university |
| Test route | VTU-ETR or valid NET, CSIR-NET, GATE or JRF |
VTU-ETR, the interview, allotment and registration are the main steps. You first follow the VTU notice, then meet the department with your topic idea. VTU and NHCE check your marks, test route and guide space. If you miss registration fee payment, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| Apply | Fill the VTU research form and choose the right subject |
| Test | Write VTU-ETR unless you hold a valid exempt score |
| Interview | Meet the research centre with your topic note |
| Register | Pay the fee and submit papers after allotment |
The General score rule starts at 55% PG marks, and the relaxed rule starts at 50%. These are entry rules, not a seat promise. The interview and guide space still decide the final registration. Use the checker below as a safe reading of the route.
| Category | Closing score or rule | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 55% PG marks | VTU research rule, 2026 |
| SC/ST | 50% PG marks | VTU research rule, 2026 |
| Category-I | 50% PG marks | VTU research rule, 2026 |
| NET/JRF route | Valid score | Exempt test route, 2026 |
The JRF route pays INR 4.44 LPA in the first two years, and the listed Mathematics research page shows 3 scholars finished. This is a research course, so campus job data is not the main outcome. Most students use the degree for teaching, research, analytics or higher academic work.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| JRF stipend used as pay | INR 4.44 LPA |
| Mathematics Ph.D graduates listed | 3 scholars |
| Research centre | Mathematics under NHCE and VTU |
| Likely route after course | Teaching, research, analytics or academic work |
The biggest support can cover INR 1.84 Lakhs of the course fee, while smaller schemes can cut INR 40,000 to INR 90,000. JRF and state schemes need the right certificate or income paper. You should check both the college desk and the government portal before paying the fee.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| NET JRF fee support | Valid JRF route with research registration | INR 1.84 Lakhs |
| Karnataka post-matric help | SC or ST with income paper | INR 90,000 |
| NHCE merit help | Strong marks or sports record | INR 40,000 |
| EWS support | EWS certificate and income paper | INR 50,000 |
NHCE has AICTE and UGC approval, and its official page calls it an autonomous college affiliated to VTU. The research page lists Mathematics under Ph.D work. No Collegedunia course rank is published for this Ph.D course, so the official approval and research centre status matter more here.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| AICTE | 2026 | Approved college |
| UGC | 2026 | Approved college |
| VTU | 2026 | Recognised research centre |
| NHCE research page | 2026 | Mathematics listed for Ph.D work |
Three years is the minimum study time, and six years is the usual upper limit under VTU rules. Year 1 holds coursework and topic fixing. Years 2 and 3 hold review meetings, paper work and thesis writing. You work with a guide, so the guide fit matters early.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Coursework, topic fixing and guide work |
| Year 2 | Research work, review meetings and paper writing |
| Year 3 | Thesis writing, checks and final submission |
This course suits students who want supervised maths research inside a VTU college in Bengaluru.
These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
Source: VTU ETR notice and NHCE admissions page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add living cost.
Fees can change. Check the college website before you pay.
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges read the marks rule and test route together.
Use the middle row as a warning. VTU still checks guide space and interview marks, so a test score alone does not give the seat.
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