Marwadi University Rajkot Ph.D Computer Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Computer Engineering department at Marwadi University supports research across a wide range of cutting-edge areas including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Bioinformatics, and Robotics and Automation. The department has 120+ PhD faculty members from IITs, NITs, VIT, BITS, Stanford University, and other renowned institutions. Scholars are expected to align their research proposal with the available supervisor expertise and the department's ongoing research themes. The university's High-Performance Computing Supercomputer facility and AI-enabled campus powered by NVIDIA provide excellent infrastructure for computational research.

Ans. GATE is not mandatory for PhD admission at Marwadi University. Candidates without GATE/UGC-NET scores must appear for the university's own PhD entrance test (MCQ-based, 1 hour, conducted on 30th May 2026) followed by a personal interview. However, candidates with a valid GATE score in Computer Science (CS) or Information Technology (IT) are exempted from the entrance test and directly called for the personal interview. A valid GATE score also makes candidates eligible for various fellowships and stipends, making it advantageous to have one.

Ans. Yes, Marwadi University offers a Part-Time PhD option as well as a specially designed Industry PhD Programme for working professionals. Under the part-time category, candidates employed in IT companies, colleges, research organisations, or government departments can pursue their PhD while continuing their job, provided they submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. The Industry PhD Programme allows research to be conducted at the workplace on industry-defined problems, with dual supervision from a MU faculty member and a field supervisor from the employer organisation. The maximum duration for part-time PhD is 7 years.

Ans. Marwadi University requires PhD scholars to publish a minimum of two research papers in Scopus or Web of Science Core Collection indexed journals before submitting the thesis synopsis. The scholar must be the first author of these publications, and the papers must be directly related to the research objectives of the thesis. Alternatively, one Indian or international utility patent (granted during the PhD tenure, with the scholar, supervisor, and Marwadi University as applicants) can substitute for one of the publications. This requirement is checked at the RPR4 and RPR5 stages (Research Progress Review presentations) before the synopsis is approved.

Ans. Marwadi University offers PhD in Computer Engineering under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, and PhD in Computer Science under the Faculty of Computer Application. While both programmes cover overlapping areas like AI, ML, and Data Science, PhD Computer Engineering typically focuses more on hardware-software integration, embedded systems, computer architecture, networking, and engineering applications of computing. PhD Computer Science under Computer Application tends to focus more on algorithms, software systems, and theoretical computing. Both programmes follow the same fee structure (Rs. 37,500 per semester), admission process, and research requirements. The choice depends on your academic background and research interest.

Ans. Marwadi University's Research and Development Cell provides comprehensive support to PhD scholars for research dissemination. This includes travel support for attending national and international conferences and paper presentations, access to Scopus and Web of Science databases through the digital library, guidance for applying for external fellowships (JRF, SRF, INSPIRE, PMRF), and administrative support for patent filing. The university also encourages scholars to participate in workshops, seminars, and collaborative research with international partner universities. Scholars are required to present their Research Progress Reviews (RPRs) every six months before the Doctoral Advisory Committee, ensuring structured and timely research progress.