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

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

Ans. Yes, candidates without NET/JRF must appear for the MATS University PhD Entrance Examination followed by a research aptitude interview. Candidates who hold a valid NET/JRF qualification are eligible for exemption from the written entrance test under UGC norms. All candidates are required to attend the research interview conducted by the PhD committee at the Raipur campus.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication, or a related discipline 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 qualification are eligible to apply for entrance exam exemption.

Ans. PhD scholars at MATS SOEIT can pursue research in Electrical Engineering areas such as power systems, power electronics, electric drives, control systems, renewable energy, VLSI design, and signal processing. The specific research topics available depend on the registered PhD supervisors in the Electrical Engineering department. Candidates should confirm available areas with the department before applying.

Ans. The minimum duration of the PhD in Electrical Engineering at MATS SOEIT is 3 years from the date of registration. The actual duration may extend depending on research progress, thesis preparation, and PhD committee evaluations. Candidates must submit the thesis and clear the viva voce examination within the maximum period prescribed by MATS University.

Ans. MATS University offers the Chancellor’s Merit Scholarship, providing a tuition fee waiver of 10% to 30% based on qualifying exam performance. SC/ST/OBC/EWS students may apply for state and central government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal. Candidates with NET/JRF also receive the fellowship stipend from UGC or CSIR, which is separate from university-level scholarship support.