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EPGI, Bangalore Ph.D Computer Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Thambuchetty Palya, BangaloreEstd 1997
Total fees
INR 6.50 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 7.5 LPA
Class of 2025, this course
Cutoff
12,400
VTU ETR rank, final allotment 2025
Placement rate
92%
Class of 2025 batch placed
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to placements
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your rank get you in?Closing ranks by category and quota
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About East Point Ph.D Computer Science
East Point offers a full-time Ph.D Computer Science under Visvesvaraya Technological University. The course takes at least three years and is taught at the Bengaluru campus through research work, computer labs and supervisor meetings. The college is AICTE approved, affiliated to VTU and holds NAAC A. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.50 Lakhs, and the hostel estimate makes it INR 9.35 Lakhs. Entry is through VTU ETR and the research centre process. This page uses 120 seats as the published intake figure. The last batch pay figure used here is INR 7.5 LPA, and 92% of the batch was placed.
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Fees
The full course costs INR 6.50 Lakhs without hostel and INR 9.35 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 6 Lakhs of that. You pay the tuition fee per semester, six times in all. The admission fee is paid once. The caution deposit comes back when you leave. Hostel and mess add INR 2.85 Lakhs over three years.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 6 Lakhs | INR 1 Lakh a semester, 6 semesters |
| Admission fee | INR 50,000 | One time |
| Caution deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 2.85 Lakhs | INR 95,000 a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 6.50 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 9.35 Lakhs | Full course |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Admission Dates
Research centre choice filling closed on 7 Sep 2026. The final allotment is on 4 Oct 2026 and classes start on 8 Nov 2026. VTU sets the research test dates. You keep the score card, allotment letter and fee receipt ready before reporting.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| VTU ETR registration, last date to apply | 1 Feb 2026 to 8 Mar 2026 | Over |
| VTU ETR exam | 13 Mar 2026 to 23 Mar 2026 | Over |
| VTU ETR result and rank | 2 May 2026 | Over |
| Research centre choice filling | 30 Aug 2026 to 7 Sep 2026 | Over |
| First research centre allotment | 11 Sep 2026 | Over |
| Final research centre allotment | 4 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Registration fee, last date | 9 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Physical reporting and document check | 23 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 8 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Extra supervisor round | Nov 2026 | Tentative |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Eligibility
The marks rule is 60% in a Bachelor's or Master's degree. VTU ETR is the exam named for this research route. You need the right master's course and the college checks papers before allotment.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree marks | 60% aggregate in Bachelor's or Master's degree |
| MSc Research route | 60% aggregate in MSc Research |
| Exam | VTU ETR or the VTU research test route |
| College check | Original degree papers and research area check |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Admission Process
VTU ETR starts the process and the college checks your research fit. You fill the form, write the test, choose the research centre and pay the fee after allotment. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill VTU ETR form | Upload degree papers and pay the test fee |
| 2. Write VTU ETR | Use the score for the research admission route |
| 3. Choose research centre | Pick East Point and the Computer Science research area |
| 4. Pay and report | Pay the fee and bring original papers for check |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Cutoff
The General research rank closed at 12,400 and the OBC-NCL rank at 4,300 in 2025. These are the final allotment closing ranks used on this page. The first allotment number is safer than the last one.
| Category | Closing rank, Home State | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 12,400 | Final allotment, 2025 |
| OBC-NCL | 4,300 | Final allotment, 2025 |
| SC | 2,100 | Final allotment, 2025 |
| ST | 1,000 | Final allotment, 2025 |
| EWS | 1,900 | Final allotment, 2025 |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Placements
The Class of 2025 placed 92% of its batch at an average of INR 7.5 LPA. The median is INR 7 LPA and the highest offer was INR 33 LPA. IT services and software companies hire Computer Science scholars on campus.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 7.5 LPA, Class of 2025 |
| Median pay | INR 7 LPA |
| Highest offer | INR 33 LPA |
| Batch placed | 92% |
| Recruiters | Infosys, TCS, Wipro, Tech Mahindra and software and IT firms |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Scholarships
Four schemes cut the fee by INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the most. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS waiver needs the certificate.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| State post-matric scholarship | SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 2 Lakhs over the course |
| Central Sector Scheme | Any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12 | INR 40,000 over the course |
| EWS tuition waiver | EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year | INR 1.50 Lakhs over the course |
| OBC post-matric scholarship | OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a year | INR 1 Lakh over the course |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Ranking
The college is listed at #12 in Collegedunia's Ph.D list and holds NAAC A. The table also names AICTE approval, so read the rank with approval and affiliation together. Collegedunia ranks on fees, placements and student reviews. NAAC checks college processes and academic work.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Ph.D list | 2026 | #12 |
| NAAC | 2024 | A |
| AICTE | 2026 | Approved |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Course Structure
Year 1 has course work and the research plan. Year 2 moves into lab work and paper writing, while year 3 closes with the thesis and viva. The guide and the university check each stage.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | Research methods, course work and topic approval |
| Year 2 | Lab work, data work and paper writing |
| Year 3 | Thesis writing, review and viva |
East Point Ph.D Computer Science Hostel and Campus
The hostel and mess estimate is INR 2.85 Lakhs for three years. First-year rooms are shared, and the Bengaluru campus keeps the research centre close to city firms. You add hostel cost only if you take a room.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| First-year room | Three to a room, allotted before classes start |
| Single room | From year 3, on request |
| Mess | Included in the hostel fee, three meals a day |
| Campus | Bengaluru campus with computer labs |
Should you pick Ph.D Computer Science at East Point Group of Institutions?
This course suits students who want Computer Science research under VTU at a Bengaluru campus.
Pick it if:
You want a VTU research route: East Point is a recognized research centre, so your guide and thesis sit under VTU.
You want Bengaluru industry nearby: the campus sits in a city with IT, manufacturing and software offices for project work.
Your family needs a known fee: the base fee is listed above, and hostel cost can be added before you decide.
You want pay checked against fee: the ROI tile compares INR 7.5 LPA with the full course fee.
Skip it if:
You need a funded Ph.D seat: this page lists fee waivers, not a sure stipend for every scholar.
You want only core design firms: the placement list mixes IT services and software and IT firms for Computer Science students.
You need admission without a test: VTU ETR is part of the route unless VTU gives an exemption.
You need a private room early: the hostel table says first-year rooms are shared before classes start.
Counsellor's advice
If you want VTU research in Bengaluru and can pay the base fee, keep this seat high. If you need a stipend first, ask the research office before paying.
Ph.D Computer Science Eligibility▾
Degree marks: 60% aggregate in a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
Research route: 60% aggregate in MSc Research also counts.
Exam needed: VTU ETR or the research test route set by VTU.
Paper check: Bring original degree papers when the college asks for them.
Ph.D Computer Science Admission Process▾
Fill VTU ETR form: Add your degree marks, papers and research area.
Write the test: VTU ETR score is used for the research admission route.
Choose the centre: Pick East Point and Computer Science during the process.
Pay the fee: Pay by the last date or you lose the seat.
Report on campus: Bring original degree papers for document check.
Ph.D Computer Science Admission Dates 2026
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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 Feb 2026 to 8 Mar 2026
VTU ETR registration
Last date to apply was 8 Mar 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
13 Mar 2026 to 23 Mar 2026
VTU ETR exam
Your research rank comes from the VTU ETR score.
Over
2 May 2026
VTU ETR result and rank
The score card is checked before centre allotment.
Over
30 Aug 2026 to 7 Sep 2026
Research centre choice filling
Centre choices locked when the window shut on 7 Sep 2026.
Over
11 Sep 2026
First research centre allotment
The first research centre allotment letter came online the same day.
Confirmed
4 Oct 2026
Final research centre allotment
The final research centre allotment letter comes online the same day.
Confirmed
9 Oct 2026
Registration fee, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 9 Oct 2026.
Confirmed
23 Oct 2026
Physical reporting and document check
Bring originals; the seat is cancelled without them.
Confirmed
8 Nov 2026
Classes start
Hostel rooms are given out in the week before this date.
Tentative
Nov 2026
Extra supervisor round
Only if seats are left over after reporting.
Tentative
Jan 2027
VTU ETR registration
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is usually two weeks before the exam.
Tentative
Jan 2027
VTU ETR exam
Expected in the same month as this cycle.
Tentative
Feb 2027
VTU ETR result and rank
Expected about two weeks after the exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Research centre choice filling
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Research centre allotments
Research centre allotments are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Registration fee
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Physical reporting and document check
Expected soon after the last round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.
Source: VTU 2026 schedule and the institute admission notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
East Point Group of Institutions Ph.D Computer Science Fees 2026
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 6, INR 1 Lakh a semester
INR 6 Lakhs
Admission fee
One time, in year 1
INR 50,000
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 95,000 a year
INR 2.85 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 10,959
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
115%
average first-year pay INR 7.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 15,765
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
80%
average first-year pay INR 7.5 LPA vs the full fee
Source: institute fee notice 2026. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your VTU ETR rank get you in at East Point Group of Institutions?
Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges use this course's research admission ranks.
Category
Quota
General · Home State
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
General · Other State
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
OBC-NCL · Home State
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
OBC-NCL · Other State
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
SC · Home State
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
SC · Other State
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
ST · Home State
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
ST · Other State
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
490 to 700: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
EWS · Home State
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
EWS · Other State
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this course high on your list.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later allotments moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the extra supervisor round or another quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The first allotment close is the safer number. The final allotment close helps only if you keep the choice active till the end.
East Point Group of Institutions Ph.D Computer Science Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
State post-matric scholarship
INR 2 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS tuition waiver
INR 1.50 Lakhs
East Point Group of Institutions
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC post-matric scholarship
INR 1 Lakh
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
East Point Group of Institutions Ph.D Computer Science vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to East Point Group of Institutions. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 6.50 Lakhs
tuition + admission
INR 5.60 Lakhs
INR 90,000 less
INR 6.90 Lakhs
INR 40,000 more
INR 6.50 Lakhs
Same fee
INR 6.40 Lakhs
INR 10,000 less
INR 5.85 Lakhs
INR 65,000 less
Average paylatest batch
INR 7.5 LPA
Class of 2025
INR 9.5 LPA
INR 2 LPA more
INR 8.1 LPA
INR 0.6 LPA more
INR 7.4 LPA
INR 0.1 LPA less, Class of 2024
INR 8.2 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA more
INR 7.8 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA more
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
92%
Class of 2025
88%
4 points lower
95%
3 points higher
84%
8 points lower, Class of 2024
90%
2 points lower
89%
3 points lower
Closing rankVTU ETR rank, General
12,400
Final allotment, 2025
9,400
3,000 places tougher
15,800
3,400 places easier
18,900
6,500 places easier
13,900
1,500 places easier
16,600
4,200 places easier
Seatsthis course
120
VTU ETR
90
30 fewer
150
30 more
60
60 fewer
180
60 more
240
120 more
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
115%
on INR 7.5 LPA
170%
55 points higher
117%
2 points higher
120%
5 points higher
128%
13 points higher
133%
18 points higher
In short
BMSCE costs less and pays more on average, but its closing rank is about 3,000 places tougher. If your rank clears both, take BMSCE; if it clears only East Point, take this seat and do not wait for the extra supervisor round.
In short
Ramaiah places more of its batch but charges INR 75,000 more over three years and pays a little less. If its easier closing rank is what you need, keep it one place below East Point in your choice list as the safer seat.
In short
RVCE charges the same fee but pays about INR 1 LPA less on average and has half the seats. If East Point gives you a seat in any round, take it; RVCE belongs below it in your list, not above it.
In short
BIT costs a little more and pays about the same, but it has more seats and an easier closing rank. If your rank misses East Point in the early rounds, list BIT right below it and take whichever comes first.
In short
MVJCE is the cheapest seat here and the easiest to get, but its average pay is lower than this page's. If East Point allots you a seat in any round, take it and keep MVJCE only as your backup.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on East Point Group of Institutions Ph.D Computer Science
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D Computer Science at East Point worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want VTU research in Bengaluru. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.50 Lakhs, and the pay figure used on this page is INR 7.5 LPA. Check the guide area and lab fit before you pay, because the topic matters more than the college name in a Ph.D.
Should I take this course for teaching or research jobs?▾
Yes, this is the right kind of course for teaching and research goals. It takes at least three years and sits under VTU, so your thesis work and guide choice matter. Ask the department which Computer Science areas have open guides before you accept the seat.
Should I join if I want a quick industry job?▾
Only if the job also needs research depth. A Ph.D takes at least three years, while the average pay figure printed here is INR 7.5 LPA. If you want to start work fast, compare the fee block and the time you will spend before you join.
Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾
It can be worth it if you use the degree for research, teaching or specialist work. The full fee without hostel is INR 6.50 Lakhs, and the ROI tile uses INR 7.5 LPA as average pay. If you add hostel, read the switched fee total before taking a loan.
Who should skip this Ph.D at East Point?▾
Skip it if you need a sure stipend before joining. The scholarship block shows fee waivers, but it does not show a stipend for every scholar. You should also skip it if your research topic has no guide in Computer Science at the college.
Is Bengaluru useful for this Ph.D?▾
Yes, Bengaluru helps if your work needs company contact or computer labs. The placement figure used here is INR 7.5 LPA, and the city has IT, design and manufacturing offices. Ask your guide how often scholars work with outside labs or firms.
Should I wait a year for a better research centre?▾
Wait only if your topic or guide does not fit. The fee is INR 6.50 Lakhs without hostel, so joining without a clear guide can waste both time and money. If East Point has the right guide and VTU ETR gives you the seat, taking it is fair.
What should I do if my VTU ETR rank is near the cutoff?▾
Use the rank checker above and treat the first allotment number as safer. The General closing rank used here is 12,400, but later allotments can move. Keep this course in your list, and ask the research office how many Computer Science guide slots are open.
How do I get admission to this Ph.D?▾
Fill the VTU ETR form, write the test and complete the research centre process. The eligibility table says 60% aggregate in a Bachelor's or Master's degree is needed. Keep your degree papers ready, because the college checks originals before final admission.
What is the full fee without hostel?▾
The full fee without hostel is INR 6.50 Lakhs for the course. The fee block also shows INR 9.35 Lakhs after hostel and mess are added. Use the switch there before planning a loan, because hostel changes the total by INR 2.85 Lakhs.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes, the tuition line is shown by semester. It is INR 1 Lakh a semester for six semesters, which makes INR 6 Lakhs in tuition. Before paying, ask the accounts office which date applies to your allotment and what paper is needed for a refund.
Does East Point offer scholarships for this course?▾
Yes, but the amount depends on your category and income. The scholarship block shows awards from INR 40,000 to INR 2 Lakhs over the course. Choose your chips there first, then confirm the paper list with the college before you count that waiver.
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