Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) programme at the College of Technology and Engineering (CTAE), Udaipur, is a full-time residential doctoral programme offered under the Department of Renewable Energy Engineering at Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology (MPUAT). The programme spans a minimum of 3 years (6 semesters) and focuses on advanced research in solar energy, wind energy, biomass, and allied renewable energy technologies. The total programme fee for the Ph.D. is approximately Rs. 44,400 per year (for general category candidates in Agriculture/Mining Engineering disciplines), with a seat intake of 1 seat in the Renewable Energy Engineering specialisation. The programme is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is highly regarded for its research infrastructure, including a dedicated Renewable Energy Engineering department with its own workshop for R&D projects.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session have been completed. The last date for application was 21 July 2026, with counselling held on 11 August 2026. For the 2027-28 session, admissions are expected to open tentatively in June 2027, based on the previous year's schedule.

Key Points

CTAE is a constituent college of MPUAT, Udaipur, established in 1964, with a dedicated Department of Renewable Energy Engineering.
The Ph.D. programme in Renewable Energy is one of the few specialised doctoral programmes in this field offered by an agricultural university in Rajasthan.
Only 1 seat is available in the Ph.D. (Renewable Energy Engineering) specialisation, making it highly competitive.
GATE-qualified candidates admitted to M.Tech may receive AICTE assistantship; for Ph.D., merit-cum-interview is the primary selection criterion.
Industry-sponsored candidates are required to pay 1.25 times the normal fee.
The programme includes a mandatory PhD Entrance Test followed by an interview for selection.

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CTAE Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) Fees

The Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) at CTAE Udaipur falls under the Agriculture Engineering discipline fee structure. The total annual fee for general category candidates is approximately Rs. 44,400, which includes tuition fees, development fees, registration fees, and examination fees. SC/ST/Female/TFWS candidates benefit from a significantly reduced tuition fee (Rs. 0 for odd semester), bringing their annual fee down to approximately Rs. 29,400. A one-time caution money deposit of Rs. 7,500 is also applicable at the time of admission.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	TFWS/SC/ST/Female (Rs.)	General/Others (Rs.)
Caution Money (One-time, Refundable)	7,500	7,500
Prospectus Fee (One-time)	1,500	1,500
Enrollment & Eligibility Fee (One-time)	750	750
Tuition Fee (per odd semester)	0	24,500
Development Fee (per odd semester)	10,500	10,500
Registration Fee (per semester)	400	400
CLSU/CSU Membership (odd sem only)	600	600
Group Insurance (odd sem only)	150	150
NSO/YOGA/SCOUT (per semester)	250	250
Examination Fee (per year)	2,600	2,600
Total Annual Fee (approx.)	29,400	44,400
Total Fees (for 3 years/6 semesters, approx.)	88,200	1,33,200

Caution money of Rs. 7,500 is refundable upon completion/exit from the programme.
Hostel fees (double-seated) are approximately Rs. 25,050 per annum (excluding food charges), with a one-time hostel caution money of Rs. 3,000 (refundable) and mess advance of Rs. 5,500 (refundable). Hostel is optional.
Industry-sponsored candidates pay 1.25 times the normal fee.
Fees are subject to revision as per Government of Rajasthan orders.
Application fee of Rs. 1,000 is non-refundable.

CTAE Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) programme at CTAE Udaipur are conducted annually through a merit-cum-interview process, following a written PhD Entrance Test. For the 2026-27 session, the application process was completed in July-August 2026. For the upcoming 2027-28 session, the admission process is expected to begin tentatively in June 2027, based on the previous year's pattern. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official CTAE website (www.ctae.ac.in) for updates.

CTAE Ph.D. Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 Dates	Tentative 2027-28 Dates
Application Form Available	June 2026	June 2027 (tentative)
Last Date of Application Submission	21 July 2026	July 2027 (tentative)
Display of Provisional Eligibility List	28 July 2026	July 2027 (tentative)
PhD Written Entrance Test and Counselling	11 August 2026	August 2027 (tentative)
Display of Provisionally Admitted/Waitlisted List	12 August 2026	August 2027 (tentative)
Last Date for Registration and Fee Payment	18 August 2026	August 2027 (tentative)
Waitlist Counselling	23 August 2026	August 2027 (tentative)
Last Date for Waitlist Fee Payment	25 August 2026	August 2027 (tentative)
Last Date for Submission of Relieving Letter/Mark Sheet	15 September 2026	September 2027 (tentative)

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2027	Exam Date	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2027
GATE 2027	Result Date	March 19, 2027

Note: GATE score is considered for merit in Ph.D. admissions at CTAE. However, the primary selection is through the university's own PhD Entrance Test and interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold an M.E./M.Tech. degree in Agricultural Engineering (Renewable Energy specialisation) or a relevant field, with a minimum of 65% marks or OGPA of 6.50/10.00.
Relaxation of 5% marks is applicable for SC/ST/BC (OBC) Non-Creamy Layer/MBC Non-Creamy Layer/EWS candidates as per Rajasthan State Government rules.
At least one degree (B.Tech./B.E. or M.Tech./M.E.) must be in Agricultural Engineering discipline.

Admission Process:

Download and fill the application form from www.ctae.ac.in or www.mpuat.ac.in.
Submit the hard copy of the application form along with the application fee of Rs. 1,000 and all self-attested documents to the Dean's office, CTAE, Udaipur, before the last date.
Appear for the PhD Written Entrance Test (covering research methodology and subject-specific topics).
Attend the counselling/interview on the scheduled date.
Selected candidates must register and pay fees within the stipulated deadline.
In-service/sponsored candidates must submit a relieving letter from their employer.

CTAE Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) Scholarships 2026

CTAE Udaipur and MPUAT offer several scholarship and financial assistance options for Ph.D. students. GATE-qualified candidates admitted to M.Tech may receive AICTE assistantship; for Ph.D. students, government and university-level scholarships are available. SC/ST and female candidates benefit from a full tuition fee waiver (TFWS), significantly reducing the financial burden.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship/Benefit	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Tuition Fee Waiver (TFWS)	SC/ST/Female candidates	Full tuition fee waiver (Rs. 0 tuition per odd semester)
Rajasthan State Government Scholarships	SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates	As per state government norms
AICTE Doctoral Fellowship	Ph.D. students (selected cases)	As per AICTE norms
ICAR/DST/DBT Research Fellowships	Candidates with qualifying national fellowships	As per respective funding agency norms
Sponsored Category	In-service candidates sponsored by industry/institution	Employer-funded; 1.25x fee applicable

TFWS (Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme) is applicable as per Rajasthan Government rules.
Candidates are advised to check the MPUAT Prospectus 2026-27 for the latest scholarship details.
National fellowships such as ICAR-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, and DBT-JRF are also accepted for Ph.D. students at CTAE.

CTAE Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) FAQs

Ques. What is the seat intake for Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) at CTAE Udaipur?

Ans. There is only 1 seat available for Ph.D. in Renewable Energy Engineering at CTAE Udaipur, making it extremely competitive. Candidates with strong academic records and relevant M.Tech. background are advised to apply early.

Ques. Is GATE score mandatory for Ph.D. admission at CTAE?

Ans. GATE score is not strictly mandatory for Ph.D. admission at CTAE. The primary selection is through the university's own PhD Entrance Test followed by an interview. However, a valid GATE score can strengthen your application and is considered in the merit list.

Ques. Can working professionals apply for Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) at CTAE?

Ans. Yes, in-service candidates can apply under the sponsored category. They must have a minimum of 2 years of full-time work experience in a relevant field and must submit a sponsorship certificate from their employer. Sponsored candidates are required to pay 1.25 times the normal fee.

Ques. What is the duration of the Ph.D. programme at CTAE Udaipur?

Ans. The Ph.D. programme at CTAE is a full-time residential programme with a duration of 6 semesters (approximately 3 years). The programme is conducted on campus at CTAE, Udaipur.

Ques. What is the qualifying degree required for Ph.D. (Renewable Energy) at CTAE?

Ans. Candidates must hold an M.E./M.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering with specialisation in Renewable Energy, or a relevant field. At least one degree (B.Tech./B.E. or M.Tech./M.E.) must be in Agricultural Engineering. A minimum of 65% marks or OGPA of 6.50/10.00 is required.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for Ph.D. students at CTAE Udaipur?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available at CTAE for Ph.D. students. The hostel fee is approximately Rs. 25,050 per annum (excluding food charges) for a double-seated room. A one-time hostel caution money of Rs. 3,000 (refundable) and mess advance of Rs. 5,500 (refundable) are also applicable. Hostel accommodation is optional and subject to availability.