BIT Mesra Ph.D Computer Science And Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

BIT Mesra’s Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, offered through the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, covers research in algorithms and complexity, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, computer networks, data science, and high-performance computing. BIT Mesra ranks 67 in Collegedunia’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list. Full-time scholars are eligible for the institute research stipend of INR 25,000 to INR 30,000 per month. Admission is through a written test and online interview; GATE CS score earns a cut-off relaxation.

Key Points

• Research covers AI/ML, cybersecurity, data science, and distributed computing
• IRS stipend of INR 25,000 per month in Year 1, rising to INR 30,000 from Year 2
• GATE CS score earns cut-off relaxation; CSIR-UGC JRF and DST INSPIRE fellowships applicable

BIT Mesra Ph.D. (Computer Science and Engineering) Fees

• Total calculated for the minimum tenure of 3 years (6 semesters): 6 x INR 22,000 (recurring) + INR 65,000 (one-time non-refundable) + INR 10,000 (caution) = INR 2,07,000.
• Caution money of INR 10,000 is refundable on successful completion of the programme.
• Full-time scholars may receive the BIT Mesra Institute Research Scholarship (IRS) of INR 25,000 per month in Year 1 and INR 30,000 per month from Year 2, subject to satisfactory research progress.
• Optional hostel accommodation is available at BIT Mesra; hostel and mess charges are billed separately and are not included in the total above.

BIT Mesra Ph.D. (Computer Science and Engineering) Admission 2026

Important Dates

• Apply online through bitmesra.ac.in during the notified window; upload Master’s degree marksheets, NET/GATE scorecard if available, and category certificate if applicable. Application fee is INR 500 for General/OBC and INR 250 for SC/ST.
• The selection process involves a written test at the BIT Mesra campus followed by an online interview; candidates with a valid NET or GATE score may receive relaxation in the written test cut-off.
• Final admission requires document verification with original Master’s degree certificate, all semester marksheets, category certificate if applicable, and NET/GATE scorecard if available.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 60 percent marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale (55 percent for SC/ST candidates).
• Alternatively, candidates with a B.E./B.Tech degree with a minimum of 75 percent marks or a CGPA of 7.5 (70 percent for SC/ST) are also eligible for direct PhD admission.

Admission Process

• Apply online at bitmesra.ac.in during the notified PhD admission window; pay the application fee and upload all required academic documents.
• Appear in the written test held at BIT Mesra Ranchi campus; candidates with valid GATE or NET scores may receive a relaxed cut-off.
• Attend the online interview conducted by the research committee; candidates are assessed on research aptitude and subject knowledge.
• After selection, accept the offer, pay the first-semester fee, and complete enrolment formalities at BIT Mesra with original documents.

BIT Mesra Ph.D. (Computer Science and Engineering) Scholarships 2026

• The IRS is an institute-funded stipend and is distinct from CSIR/UGC/DST fellowships; scholars receiving external fellowships may not draw IRS simultaneously.
• Central fellowships (CSIR JRF, DST INSPIRE) are applied through their respective national portals; submit research area, qualifying degree, and NET/GATE documents during the application window.