| Updated On - Nov 23, 2024
Candidates interested in pursuing PhD from VIT must apply for VITREE before November 25, 2024. The VITREE January 2025 will be conducted on December 7, 2024. Read the article below for more details.
Vellore Institute of Technology is inviting applications for admission to research programs i.e.: PhD/ Direct PhD. The VIT Research Entrance Examination (VITREE) for the January 2025 session is scheduled for December 7, 2024. However, the last date for online application is November 25, 2024.
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VITREE Important Dates
| Category | Date |
|---|---|
| Issue of online application | September 5, 2024 |
| Last date for submission of Online application | November 25, 2024 |
| VITREE through Computer-Based Test | December 7, 2024 |
| Date of personal interview (hybrid mode) | December 14, 2024 |
| Declaration of results | December 20, 2024 |
| Last date for selecting a research guide | December 31, 2024 |
| Last date for paying tuition fees through online | December 31, 2024 |
| Reporting in person at VIT, Vellore | January 2025 |
VIT PhD Tuition Fee
The PhD tuition fees at VIT are detailed below:
PhD Internal Full-Time
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Caution Deposit | INR 3,000 |
| Tuition Fee per Annum | INR 40,000 |
| Thesis Fee | INR 10,000 |
PhD External Part-Time (Teachers)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Caution Deposit | INR 3,000 |
| Tuition Fee per Annum | INR 60,000 |
| Thesis Fee | INR 10,000 |
PhD External Part-Time (Industry)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Caution Deposit | INR 3,000 |
| Tuition Fee per Annum | INR 75,000 |
| Thesis Fee | INR 10,000 |
Direct PhD
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Caution Deposit | INR 3,000 |
| Tuition Fee per Annum | INR 40,000 |
| Thesis Fee | INR 10,000 |
VIT PhD Research Fellowship
Research Fellowship (PhD) for Vellore, Chennai and AP Campus only
The research fellowship (PhD) available for VIT Vellore, VIT Chennai and VIT AP Campus are listed below:
| VIT Fellowship | GATE Qualified (Above 60 Percentile) | Others |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | INR 35,000 | INR 31,000 |
| 2nd Year | INR 40,000 | INR 35,000 |
| 3rd Year | INR 40,000 | INR 35,000 |
Research Fellowship (Direct PhD) Vellore and Chennai Campus only
The research fellowship (Direct PhD) available for VIT Vellore and VIT Chennai campus are listed below:
| VIT Fellowship | GATE Qualified (Above 60 Percentile) | Others |
|---|---|---|
| First two Years | INR 26,000 | INR 21,000 |
| 3rd & 4th year | INR 35,000 | INR 30,000 |
Research Fellowship (PhD) Bhopal Campus
The research fellowship (PhD) available for VIT Bhopal Campus is listed below:
| VIT Fellowship | GATE Qualified (Above 60 Percentile) | Others |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | INR 31,000 | INR 25,000 |
| 2nd Year | INR 35,000 | INR 31,000 |
| 3rd Year | INR 35,000 | INR 31,000 |
Research Fellowship (Direct PhD) Bhopal Campus
The research fellowship (Direct PhD) available for VIT Bhopal Campus is listed below:
| VIT Fellowship | GATE Qualified (Above 60 Percentile) | Others |
|---|---|---|
| First two Years | INR 21,000 | INR 16,000 |
| 3rd & 4th year | INR 30,000 | INR 25,000 |
VIT PhD Minimum Qualification
PhD in Engineering: Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% marks(of all the years /semesters) wherever marks are awarded, or a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale in cases where letter grades are awarded or equivalent qualifications like M.Sc. (Engineering) / M.S. [By Research] / M.Tech. [By Research].
Direct PhD in Engineering / Technology: Graduates must have an outstanding academic record in their Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology are eligible to apply. A minimum of 75% marks or a CGPA of 7.5 is mandatory on a 10-point scale.
PhD in Management: A master’s degree in Business Administration / CA / ICWA/M.A. Economics/M.Com/M.Tech with a minimum of 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale is needed.
PhD in Design & Planning: A master’s degree in Design / Planning, M.Tech, M.E., MSc (Physiology), any master’s degree in Arts, Media Studies, Multimedia and Animation in full-time or regular mode of education with 60% marks, or a CGPA of 6.5, on a 10-point scale is mandatory.
To know more about the minimum qualification for other PhD specializations Click Here.
VITREE Exam Pattern
The VITREE question paper will have 100 MCQs, details are listed below:
PhD
- Technical – 70 questions
- English communication skills – 15 questions
- Statistics and probability – 15 questions
Direct PhD
- Technical – 80 questions
- English communication skills – 20 questions
VIT PhD Selection Procedure
PhD: The selection procedure for national candidates is based on the following:
- VITREE - January 2025 score
- PG degree marks
- Research Proposal
- Personal Interview
Direct PhD: The selection procedure for national candidates is based on the following:
- VITREE - January 2025 score
- B.E. / B.Tech degree marks
- Research Proposal
- Personal Interview
To learn more about the selection procedure for Foreign Nationals / NRI Candidates Click Here.
Candidates interested in pursuing a PhD from Vellore Institute of Technology must apply before the last application deadline. For more information, candidates can visit the official website @vit.ac.in.
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