Jamia Millia Islamia University offers a five-year, full-time Ph.D. Computer Engineering course with 4 seats through the JMI Ph.D. admission test and interview. The course is regular and research based, with work in AI, machine learning, cloud computing, IoT, cyber security, NLP and image processing. JMI is a Central University in Delhi NCR with NAAC A++ grade. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.07 Lakhs, and INR 3.47 Lakhs with hostel and mess. The 2026 shortlist had 16 candidates for interview. A JRF route can give INR 4.44 LPA as research stipend if awarded.
The full course costs INR 3.47 Lakhs with hostel and INR 1.07 Lakhs without hostel. The programme fee is INR 1.07 Lakhs of that. You pay the course fee year by year. Hostel and mess add INR 2.40 Lakhs over five years. Confirm the new fee before you pay.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Programme fee | INR 1.07 Lakhs | INR 21,475 a year, 5 years |
| Hostel and mess estimate | INR 2.40 Lakhs | INR 48,000 a year, 5 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.07 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 3.47 Lakhs | Full course |
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. The form is expected in May 2027 and classes are expected in Aug 2027. Use the rows below as estimates until JMI posts the official Ph.D. bulletin.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| JMI Ph.D. application, last date to apply | May 2027 to Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Form editing | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Admit card | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Ph.D. admission test | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Result and interview shortlist | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Research proposal submission | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Department interview and document check | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Selected list and research seat allotment | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
You need a relevant master's degree with 55% marks, or 50% for reserved categories. NET, JRF or GATE can help the interview route. If your degree does not match Computer Engineering, ask the department before you apply.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Relevant master's degree in engineering or a close computer field |
| Marks | 55% marks, with 50% for reserved categories |
| Test | JMI Ph.D. admission test, unless exempted by JMI rules |
| Research proposal | Bring a clear topic for the interview |
JMI Admission Cell opens the form and the department interviews shortlisted students. You apply, write the test if needed, upload the proposal and bring papers for document check. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the Ph.D. form on the JMI admission portal |
| 2. Write the test | Take Paper 1 and Paper 2 if you are not exempted |
| 3. Send proposal | Share your research plan by the date JMI sets |
| 4. Attend interview | Bring originals and explain your proposal to the department |
| 5. Pay fee | Complete admission after the selected list is out |
A score of 70 is a strong guide and 55 is the safer lower guide for this page. JMI does not publish a fixed closing rank for this Ph.D. course. The department uses the test, proposal and interview together.
| Category | Closing rank or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 70 | Score guide, 2026 route |
| OBC-NCL | 55 | Score guide, 2026 route |
| SC | 45 | Score guide, 2026 route |
| ST | 40 | Score guide, 2026 route |
| EWS | 50 | Score guide, 2026 route |
The JRF route can pay INR 4.44 LPA as research stipend, and the 2026 interview list carried 16 names. Ph.D. work is for research, teaching and deep engineering roles. The department lists AI, networks, security and image work as research areas.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Research stipend route | INR 4.44 LPA if JRF is awarded |
| Interview list marker | 16% |
| Research areas | AI, cloud, IoT, security, NLP and image processing |
| Role path | Research, teaching and specialist engineering work |
The biggest fee support shown here is INR 50,000, while other schemes show INR 20,000 to INR 40,000. Research fellowships can support living costs if awarded. You need the right category, income paper or fellowship proof.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| UGC Non-NET fellowship support | Eligible Ph.D. students under university rules | INR 50,000 estimate on fee support |
| Central Sector Scheme | Income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 20,000 |
| EWS tuition support | EWS certificate and income proof | INR 40,000 |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL and income proof | INR 30,000 |
JMI has NAAC A++ grade and is a Central University in Delhi NCR. These facts matter more than a course rank here, because Ph.D. choice depends on the supervisor and research area. Check the department before you apply.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | 2024 | A++ |
| University type | 2026 | Central University |
| Location | 2026 | Delhi NCR |
The course starts with admission, proposal work and course work, then moves to supervised research. The department lists AI, cloud computing, networks, IoT, cyber security, NLP and image processing. You work with a supervisor and submit progress reports.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Course work, research method and proposal work |
| Year 2 | Literature review and early experiments |
| Year 3 | Core research, papers and seminars |
| Year 4 to 5 | Thesis work, review and submission |
Hostel and mess add INR 2.40 Lakhs in this estimate. The campus is in Delhi NCR, so students can reach seminars, labs and technology offices in the city. Hostel rooms depend on the university rules and seat availability.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hostel estimate | INR 2.40 Lakhs over five years |
| Campus | Delhi NCR central university campus |
| City link | Research seminars, labs and tech offices nearby |
| Room allotment | Confirm with the hostel office before you plan |
This course suits students who want computer research and can spend five years on one problem.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Source: JMI admission notices and Ph.D. bulletin. Confirm on the official site before you act.
This is the full 5-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Source: JMI prospectus and admission notices. Confirm on the official site before you act.
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