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The Ph.D. (Civil Engineering) in Part Time mode at Anurag University, Hyderabad is a research-oriented doctoral program offered under the School of Engineering. The program covers a wide range of topics including structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, environmental engineering, and water resources engineering. The part-time mode is designed for working professionals, teachers in permanent positions at universities/colleges, and candidates sponsored by R&D organizations or industries with R&D facilities, enabling them to pursue doctoral research without leaving their employment. The minimum duration for part-time scholars is 4 years (maximum 6 years), including coursework. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 50,000, with a total program cost of Rs. 2,50,500 (inclusive of all fees). Admission is based on a university-level entrance test or exemption via GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET.

The January 2026 admission cycle has concluded, with the application window running from January 28 to February 14, 2026, and the entrance examination held on February 28, 2026. The next admission cycle is expected to open tentatively around August 2026, based on the pattern of previous years (August 2024 and August 2025 cycles). Candidates are advised to monitor the official Ph.D. notifications page at anurag.edu.in/ph-d-notifications/ for the upcoming cycle announcement.

Key Points

Research areas include Structural Engineering, Earthquake Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, and Environmental Engineering.
The part-time mode is exclusively for working professionals, teachers in permanent positions, and candidates sponsored by R&D organizations or industries with R&D facilities.
Part-time scholars must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of application.
Minimum duration is 4 years and maximum is 6 years for part-time scholars, including coursework.
Part-time scholars are not eligible for the Anurag University JRF fellowship (fellowship is only for full-time scholars).
5 recognized research supervisors are available in Civil Engineering with specializations spanning Structural Engineering, Earthquake Engineering, Water Resource Engineering, and Geotechnical Engineering.
Anurag University holds NAAC 'A' accreditation and is ranked 140th in India (NIRF 2025), and is ranked 3rd Best Engineering College in Telangana in the 'Research' category.

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Anurag Ph.D. Civil Engg PT Fees

The Ph.D. (Civil Engineering) Part Time program at Anurag University follows a milestone-based fee structure. The annual tuition fee is Rs. 50,000 per year. The total program cost, including all one-time charges such as admission fee, registration, exam fees for coursework, milestone-based fees, and thesis-related charges, amounts to Rs. 2,50,500. For part-time scholars who exceed the 4-year minimum duration, a late fee of Rs. 35,000 per annum is applicable beyond the standard period.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)	Frequency	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	50,000	Per Annum (4 years)	2,00,000
Application Fee	3,000	One-time	3,000
Admission Fee	25,500	One-time	25,500
Registration Fee for Coursework	4,000	5 times	20,000
Exam Fee for Coursework	3,000	5 times	15,000
Milestone-Based Fee	35,000	4 milestones	1,40,000
Pre-Thesis Defence Fee	7,000	One-time	7,000
Thesis Submission Fee	10,000	One-time	10,000
Thesis Defence Fee	30,000	One-time	30,000
Total Fees			2,50,500

Hostel Fees

Type of Accommodation	Annual Hostel Fee (Rs.)
5-Seater Room with Common Washroom (Non-AC)	1,05,000
4-Seater Room with Attached Washroom (Non-AC)	1,15,000
4-Seater Room with Attached Washroom (AC)	1,25,000

The tuition fee of Rs. 50,000 per annum is as fixed by Anurag University for the Ph.D. Civil Engineering program.
A late fee of Rs. 35,000 per annum is applicable beyond the standard duration.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the Total Fees above.
The milestone-based fee structure means payments are linked to research progress milestones rather than fixed semesters.
Application fee of Rs. 3,000 is paid at the time of online application submission.
The tuition fee component for part-time (4 years) is Rs. 2,00,000 (4 x Rs. 50,000).

Anurag Ph.D. Civil Engg PT Admission 2026

Anurag University conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year, typically in January and August. The January 2026 cycle has already concluded (application deadline: February 14, 2026; entrance exam: February 28, 2026). The next cycle is expected around August 2026, following the established pattern. Admission is based on a written entrance test (MCQ-based, 100 marks, 2 hours, offline at campus) followed by a personal interview. Candidates with valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores are exempted from the written test. Part-time candidates must submit an NOC from their employer along with the application.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Window Opens (Jan 2026 cycle)	January 28, 2026
Last Date to Apply (Jan 2026 cycle)	February 14, 2026
Entrance Examination (Offline, at campus)	February 28, 2026 (2 PM to 4 PM)
Interview (for qualified candidates)	To be notified separately
Next Cycle (Tentative - Aug 2026)	August 2026 (Tentative)

National Exam Dates

Exam	Key Dates
GATE 2026	Exam: Feb 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026; Result: March 19, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 (2025-26)	Exam: Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026; Result: Feb 4, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 (2026)	Exam: June 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET 2026	Exam: July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a UGC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks.
Candidates who completed a 4-year Bachelor's degree in/after 2022 with 75% marks or 8 CGPA and have at least 2 years of work experience are also eligible.
A 5% relaxation in minimum marks is applicable for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled candidates as per UGC norms.

Admission Process

Submit the online application at careers.anurag.edu.in/phdform along with the application fee of Rs. 3,000.
Part-time candidates must attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
Appear for the written entrance test (MCQ-based, 100 marks, 2 hours, offline at campus) - unless exempted.
Candidates with valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores, M.Phil. (full-time), or scientists/industry professionals with 5+ years of experience are exempted from the written test.
Shortlisted candidates appear for a personal interview at the campus.
Final selection is based on merit in the entrance test and interview.
Part-time scholars are not eligible for the Anurag University JRF fellowship.

Anurag Ph.D. Civil Engg PT Scholarships 2026

Part-time Ph.D. scholars at Anurag University are not eligible for the university's JRF fellowship (Rs. 35,000/month), which is exclusively for full-time scholars. However, candidates who independently qualify UGC-JRF or CSIR-JRF may avail those national fellowships subject to the respective agency's approval. Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EBC/Minority students are also available based on income criteria and attendance requirements.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility	Details
Anurag University JRF Fellowship	Not applicable for Part-Time scholars	Full-time scholars only	Part-time scholars are not eligible; conversion to full-time does not entitle JRF from Anurag University
UGC-JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years), Rs. 42,000/month (thereafter)	Candidates qualifying UGC-NET with JRF	National fellowship; can be availed if supervisor and research area are approved by UGC
CSIR-JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years), Rs. 42,000/month (thereafter)	Candidates qualifying CSIR-NET with JRF	Applicable for science/engineering disciplines; subject to CSIR approval of host institution
SC/ST/OBC Tuition Fee Scholarship	Up to 100% tuition fee waiver	SC/ST students with parental income below Rs. 2 lakh/year; BC/EBC/Minority with income below Rs. 1 lakh/year	As per Telangana government scholarship guidelines; minimum 75% attendance required

Part-time scholars converting to full-time are not eligible for Anurag University's JRF fellowship post-conversion.
UGC-JRF and CSIR-JRF amounts are as per the latest revised rates; candidates must independently apply and qualify these national exams.
Government scholarship amounts are subject to revision by the respective authorities.
Students must maintain a minimum 75% attendance to remain eligible for government scholarships.

Anurag Ph.D. Civil Engg PT FAQs

Ques. Who are the research supervisors available for Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at Anurag University, and what are their specializations?

Ans. There are 5 recognized research supervisors in Civil Engineering at Anurag University: Dr. B. Narender (Structural Engineering and Earthquake Engineering - 5 vacancies), Dr. G. Venkat Rao (Water Resource Engineering - 7 vacancies), Dr. K. Ramachandra Reddy (Structural Engineering - 6 vacancies), Dr. A. Pradeep Kumar (Geotechnical Engineering - 4 vacancies), and Prof. Dr. K. Ramanjaneyulu (Structural Engineering - 7 vacancies). Prospective scholars should contact the relevant supervisor before applying to confirm research alignment and vacancy availability.

Ques. Can a civil engineer working in a government organization or PSU pursue this part-time Ph.D.?

Ans. Yes. Working professionals in government organizations, public sector undertakings, R&D organizations, and national laboratories are eligible for the part-time Ph.D. mode. They must submit an NOC from their employer. Additionally, civil servants not below the rank of Joint Secretary, and scientists/researchers in national-level scientific organizations not below the rank of Scientist-G, can be admitted without appearing for the written entrance test, subject to an interview.

Ques. What is the minimum coursework requirement for part-time Ph.D. scholars at Anurag University?

Ans. Part-time scholars must complete pre-Ph.D. coursework consisting of: (1) Research Paper Writing and Publication Ethics (RPW&PE) - 4 credits, and (2) two courses related to their specialization (4 credits each). Part-time scholars must qualify all pre-Ph.D. examinations within 2.5 years of registration. A minimum of 50% marks is required to pass each course.

Ques. Is it possible to pursue Ph.D. in Civil Engineering at Anurag University if I have a B.Tech in Civil Engineering but no M.Tech?

Ans. Generally, a Master's degree (M.Tech/M.E. in Civil Engineering or related field) with minimum 55% marks is required. However, candidates who completed a 4-year Bachelor's degree in/after 2022 with 75% marks or 8 CGPA and have at least 2 years of work experience are also eligible to apply directly. Candidates without a Master's degree but with significant research/industry experience should contact the university directly to confirm eligibility.

Ques. What are the publication requirements before submitting the Ph.D. thesis at Anurag University?

Ans. Before submitting the thesis, a scholar must have published at least 3 research papers in refereed journals (Scopus/SCI/ACM/IEEE/ASME/Web of Science or equivalent) related to their Ph.D. work, approved by the DRC. Additionally, the scholar must have completed at least 3 Research Review Meetings (RRMs) with satisfactory performance and passed all pre-Ph.D. coursework examinations.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Anurag University?

Ans. A Ph.D. in Civil Engineering opens up career paths in academia (Assistant/Associate Professor at engineering colleges and universities), research institutions (CSIR, DRDO, ISRO, NITI Aayog), government bodies (PWD, NHAI, CPWD), and senior roles in the construction and infrastructure industry. Specializations in Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, and Water Resources are particularly in demand for both academic and applied research positions in India.

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