Component

Amount (INR)

Annual Programme Fee

INR 74,700

Total Fees (minimum 3-year programme)

INR 2,11,000

JNNCE PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
VTU PhD Notification	As announced by VTU, Belagavi
VTU-RET Registration	As per VTU schedule
VTU Research Entrance Test	As per VTU schedule
VTU-RET Result and Allotment	As per VTU schedule
VTU-RET Registration End	As announced
VTU-RET Exam Date	As announced
VTU-RET Result	As announced

Admission through VTU Research Entrance Test, managed by VTU.

UGC-NET/GATE qualifiers may be exempted from VTU-RET.

Candidates must secure a VTU-recognised supervisor at JNNCE.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a M.E. or M.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university.

Minimum 55% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying degree.

A valid VTU-RET score, or qualifying UGC-NET/GATE score for exemption.

Candidates must identify a PhD supervisor (guide) with VTU recognition at JNNCE.

Admission Process

Check VTU’s official PhD notification for the registration schedule and eligibility criteria.

Appear for VTU-RET and secure a qualifying rank for admission.

Identify a VTU-recognised PhD supervisor at JNNCE and obtain a supervisor consent letter.

Apply to JNNCE with the VTU-RET result, supervisor consent, and academic documents.

Complete VTU PhD enrolment, pay fees, and begin coursework and research.

✓ Opt for this if

M.Tech EEE graduates seeking PhD in power systems or control
GATE/NET qualified EEE candidates near Shimoga region
Faculty aspirants for engineering college EEE departments
Researchers in power electronics or instrumentation
Students seeking affordable PhD with VTU affiliation

✗ Skip if

Candidates needing high-profile university for energy-sector R&D
Students without M.E./M.Tech in EEE or allied discipline
Those requiring Bengaluru proximity for industry-academia research
Candidates seeking international fellowship or exchange programmes

JNNCE PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC-NET JRF Fellowship	As per UGC norms	Candidates qualifying UGC-NET with JRF
VTU Research Fellowship	As per VTU scheme	Eligible full-time PhD scholars
Post-Matric Scholarship	As per scheme norms	SC/ST scholars from economically weaker sections

UGC-NET JRF holders may receive UGC fellowships during PhD.

VTU may offer fellowships to eligible full-time scholars.

Education loans available through leading nationalised banks.

JNNCE PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering FAQs

Ques. What is PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE Shimoga?

Ans. The Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE is a full-time research programme of minimum 3 years under VTU, Belagavi. JNNCE, established in 1980 and NAAC Grade A accredited, offers supervised doctoral research in engineering. Research areas include power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, and instrumentation. The programme combines coursework, research methodology training, and original thesis work under a recognised VTU supervisor.

Ques. What are the fees for PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE Shimoga?

Ans. The total fee for PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE is INR 2,11,000 for the minimum 3-year programme. The annual fee for Year 1 is INR 74,700. Hostel charges are payable separately. UGC-NET JRF holders may be eligible for UGC fellowships during the doctoral tenure.

Ques. What is the eligibility for PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE?

Ans. Candidates must hold an M.E. or M.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or equivalent from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA. A valid VTU-RET score is required. Candidates with UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or GATE qualifications may be exempted from VTU-RET as per VTU regulations. Candidates must identify a VTU-recognised supervisor at JNNCE.

Ques. How is admission to PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE done?

Ans. Admission is through VTU Research Entrance Test (VTU-RET), managed by VTU Belagavi. UGC-NET/GATE qualifiers may be exempted. Candidates identify a VTU-recognised supervisor at JNNCE, apply with academic documents and supervisor consent, and complete VTU enrolment. The notification schedule is announced on VTU’s official website.

Ques. What research areas are available in PhD Electrical and Electronics Engineering at JNNCE?

Ans. JNNCE’s PhD programme in Electrical and Electronics Engineering covers research in power systems, electrical machines, power electronics, control systems, and instrumentation. Scholars work with VTU-recognised faculty supervisors on original research contributing to engineering theory and practice. The programme duration is a minimum of 3 years, culminating in a thesis submission and viva voce examination as per VTU PhD regulations.

Ques. What scholarships are available for PhD students at JNNCE?

Ans. UGC-NET JRF holders may be eligible for UGC fellowships during the PhD tenure. VTU may offer research fellowships to eligible full-time scholars. SC/ST scholars from economically weaker sections may apply for post-matric scholarships. Education loans are available through leading nationalised banks.

JNNCE Ph.D Electrical And Electronics Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility