MATS School of Engineering and Information Technology Raipur Ph.D Civil Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total minimum fee for the PhD in Civil Engineering at MATS SOEIT is INR 7,50,000 for the mandatory 3-year period, payable at INR 2,50,000 per year. If the programme extends beyond 3 years, additional yearly fees apply. Hostel charges are separate and billed as per MATS University norms.

Ans. A NET/JRF score is not mandatory but is advantageous. Candidates without NET/JRF must appear for the MATS University PhD Entrance Examination and a research aptitude interview. Those with a valid NET/JRF qualification may be exempted from the written entrance test, as per UGC norms. Candidates should check the latest admission notification at matsuniversity.ac.in for updated criteria.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks. Admission is also subject to the availability of a registered PhD supervisor in the relevant research area at MATS SOEIT. Candidates with NET/JRF are eligible to apply for entrance exam exemption.

Ans. PhD scholars at MATS SOEIT can pursue research in Civil Engineering areas such as structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, environmental engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, and construction management. The specific areas available depend on the registered PhD supervisors present at the department. Candidates should confirm available research topics with the Civil Engineering department before applying.

Ans. The minimum duration of the PhD in Civil Engineering at MATS SOEIT is 3 years from the date of registration. The actual duration may extend depending on the progress of research, thesis writing, and the PhD committee’s evaluation. Students must submit the thesis and clear the viva voce within the maximum period specified by MATS University regulations.

Ans. MATS University offers the Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship, which provides a tuition fee waiver of 10% to 30% based on qualifying exam performance. SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates can additionally apply for state and central government scholarship schemes through the National Scholarship Portal. PhD students with NET/JRF fellowships also receive the fellowship stipend as per UGC/CSIR norms, independent of university scholarships.