Manav Rachna University, Faculty of Engineering Faridabad Ph.D Computer Science And Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Ph.D. programme at MRU has a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years (extendable in special cases). Key milestones include: completing mandatory course work (4 courses, 11 credits) in the first year, submitting a research proposal and appearing before the Doctoral Research Committee (DRC) for approval, submitting periodic progress reports (typically every 6 months), presenting research at pre-submission seminars, and finally submitting the thesis for evaluation. The thesis is evaluated by external examiners, and the scholar must defend the thesis in a viva voce examination.

Ans. MRU's CSE department offers research in AI, Pattern Recognition, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Big Data Analysis, Blockchain Technology, Search Engine and Hidden Web, Education Technology, Green Computing, Soft Computing, Network Security, and Computational Models. Supervisors include Dr. Sachin Lakra (Green Computing, AI), Dr. Jyoti Pruthi (Search Engine, Social Networks), Dr. Manpreet Kaur (NLP, ML), Dr. Mamta Arora (ML, Deep Learning), Dr. Manoj (Computer Vision, AI), and others. Prospective scholars should review the supervisor list, identify alignment with their research interests, and contact potential supervisors before applying.

Ans. MRU offers both full-time and part-time Ph.D. programmes. The part-time option is available for working professionals who are employed in relevant fields. Part-time scholars are required to spend a minimum number of days on campus per semester as per the university's Ph.D. regulations. The duration for part-time scholars is typically longer (minimum 4 years). Students should check the specific part-time Ph.D. regulations on the official MRU website before applying.

Ans. MRU conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - January and July batches. Both batches follow the same admission process (written test + interview) and have the same fee structure. The January batch typically starts course work in January, while the July batch starts in July. Scholars can choose the batch based on their readiness and the availability of their preferred supervisor. The university announces admission notifications for each batch on its official website.

Ans. MRU provides financial support to Ph.D. scholars for presenting research papers at national and international conferences. Scholars who qualify UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-JRF, or DST-INSPIRE Fellowship can avail monthly stipends of Rs. 37,000 (JRF) or higher, which significantly offset the cost of the programme. The university's IPR Cell supports scholars in filing patents and copyrights. Additionally, MRU has access to digital library resources including IEEE, Springer, DELNET, and CSI for research support.

Ans. A Ph.D. from MRU is a UGC-recognised doctoral degree from a private university established under the Haryana Private Universities Act. While IITs and NITs carry higher brand value, a Ph.D. from MRU is valid for academic positions (Assistant Professor) in universities and colleges as per UGC norms. The quality of the Ph.D. depends significantly on the supervisor's expertise and the scholar's own research output (publications, patents). MRU's active research culture (2,800+ published papers, 250+ patents) and experienced faculty provide a reasonable research environment. Scholars aiming for top academic positions should focus on publishing in high-impact journals during their Ph.D.