Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

Silicon University, Bhubaneswar, offers a Part-Time Ph.D. in Chemistry, designed for working professionals in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials industries who wish to pursue doctoral research without interrupting their careers. The program has a minimum duration of 3 years and covers research areas such as Environmental Chemistry, Polymer Composites, Nanocomposites, Nanofluids and Nanoparticles, and Condensed Matter Physics. The annual fee is Rs. 15,000, with a one-time admission and registration fee of Rs. 30,000 at the time of joining. Admission is conducted twice a year (July and January sessions) through the Silicon University Admission Test (SUAT), with exemption available for candidates holding valid GATE or UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores.

Admissions for the January 2026 session have been completed. The next intake is expected to be the July 2026 session, for which applications are tentatively expected to open around May 2026, based on the previous year's pattern (July 2025 session notification was released on May 15, 2025).

Key Points

Part-time mode is specifically designed for working professionals employed in organizations that provide adequate research facilities and environment.
Research areas include Environmental Chemistry, Polymer Composites, Nanocomposites, Nanofluids and Nanoparticles, and Condensed Matter Physics.
Candidates with valid GATE or UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores are exempted from the SUAT entrance test.
The entrance test (SUAT) consists of 50% research methodology and 50% subject-specific questions.
Full-time Ph.D. students are eligible for research assistantship; part-time students are not eligible for the same.
Silicon University is NAAC A-accredited and was ranked within the top 200 Engineering Institutes in India by NIRF for three consecutive years.
The university provides access to licensed software like MATLAB, COMSOL, TCAD, and free access to ScienceDirect, Scopus, IEEE Xplore, Wiley, Springer, and Proquest e-resources.

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SU Ph.D. Chemistry Fees

The Ph.D. (Chemistry) Part-Time program at Silicon University is highly affordable, with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 15,000. At the time of admission, candidates are required to pay a one-time admission fee of Rs. 10,000 and a one-time registration fee of Rs. 20,000. The total cost over the minimum 3-year duration comes to Rs. 75,000, making it one of the more economical doctoral programs in the region.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)	15,000
One-Time Admission Fee	10,000
One-Time Registration Fee	20,000
Total Fees (3 years minimum)	75,000

Hostel facility is available on campus but is optional for part-time students.
Hostel charges range from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 38,000 per semester depending on room type (AC/Non-AC), plus a one-time non-refundable hostel registration fee of Rs. 9,000.
Refund of fees is as per UGC/AICTE norms.
A 5% rebate is available if fees are paid annually at the beginning of the academic session.
Part-time Ph.D. students are not eligible for research assistantship (available only for full-time students).

SU Ph.D. Chemistry Admission 2026

Silicon University conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - in July and January sessions. Admission is through the Silicon University Admission Test (SUAT), which includes a written examination and/or personal interview. Candidates with valid GATE or UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores are exempted from the written test. The January 2026 session admissions have been completed; the next July 2026 session is expected to open around May 2026.

SU Ph.D. Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Ph.D. Admission Notification (July 2026 Session)	May 2026 (tentative)
Online Application Opens	May 2026 (tentative)
Last Date for Application Submission	June 2026 (tentative)
Declaration of Shortlisted Candidates	June 2026 (tentative)
SUAT Entrance Test	July 2026 (tentative)
Personal Interview	July 2026 (tentative, intimated personally)
Commencement of Academic Session	August 2026 (tentative)

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Exam Dates	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
GATE 2026	Result Declaration	March 19, 2026
CSIR-NET (Chemical Sciences)	Exam Date (Tentative)	June 2026 (tentative)
UGC-NET December 2025	Exam Dates	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC-NET June 2026	Notification (Tentative)	Last week of April 2026
UGC-NET June 2026	Exam Date (Tentative)	Last week of June 2026

Note: GATE (CY - Chemistry) and CSIR-NET/UGC-NET (Chemical Sciences) qualified candidates are exempted from SUAT.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an M.Sc. (Chemistry) or equivalent degree with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
Candidates with M.Tech./M.E./MCA or equivalent degree with a minimum of 60% marks are also eligible.
For part-time Ph.D., candidates must be working in an organization that provides adequate basic facilities and an environment suitable for research.

Admission Process

Fill the online application form available at www.silicon.ac.in.
Upload scanned passport-size photograph and signature.
Candidates with valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores are exempted from the SUAT written test.
Shortlisted candidates appear for SUAT (written exam: 50% research methodology + 50% subject-specific questions).
Candidates scoring 50% or above in the written test are called for a personal interview.
Final selection is based on SUAT rank and personal interview performance.
Selected candidates complete document verification and pay admission fees.

SU Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarships 2026

Silicon University offers research assistantship and scholarship support primarily for full-time Ph.D. students. Part-time Ph.D. students are not eligible for research assistantship. However, students may explore external scholarship options.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship/Support	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit
Research Assistantship (Full-Time only)	Full-time Ph.D. students admitted as per university norms	As per university norms
Education Loan Assistance	All students	Bank loan facilitation by the university
CSIR-JRF/SRF (Chemical Sciences)	Candidates qualifying CSIR-NET with JRF	Rs. 31,000/month (JRF) + HRA
UGC-JRF/SRF	Candidates qualifying UGC-NET with JRF	Rs. 31,000/month (JRF) + HRA

Part-time Ph.D. students are not eligible for the university's research assistantship.
Students are encouraged to apply for external fellowships such as CSIR-JRF, UGC-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, etc.
Education loan assistance is available through the university's tie-ups with banks.

SU Ph.D. Chemistry FAQs

Ques. Can I pursue the Part-Time Ph.D. in Chemistry at Silicon University while working in a pharmaceutical or chemical company?

Ans. Yes, part-time Ph.D. candidates must be working in an organization that provides adequate basic facilities and an environment suitable for research. A pharmaceutical or chemical company with relevant laboratory infrastructure qualifies. You will need to provide documentation of your employment and the research facilities available at your workplace.

Ques. What are the research areas available for Ph.D. in Chemistry at Silicon University?

Ans. The research areas include Environmental Chemistry, Polymer Composites, Nanocomposites, Nanofluids and Nanoparticles, and Condensed Matter Physics. You should check the department's faculty profiles on the university website to identify a suitable research supervisor aligned with your area of interest.

Ques. Is CSIR-NET score accepted for Ph.D. admission in Chemistry at Silicon University?

Ans. Yes, candidates with a valid CSIR-NET (Chemical Sciences) score are exempted from the SUAT written test. GATE (CY - Chemistry) and UGC-NET scores are also accepted for exemption from the entrance test.

Ques. What is the minimum duration for completing the Part-Time Ph.D. in Chemistry at Silicon University?

Ans. The minimum duration for the Ph.D. program at Silicon University is 3 years. There is no officially stated maximum duration, but universities typically follow UGC guidelines which allow up to 6 years for part-time Ph.D. programs (extendable in special cases).

Ques. How many times a year does Silicon University admit students to the Ph.D. in Chemistry program?

Ans. Silicon University conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - in July and January sessions. You can apply for either session based on your convenience and the availability of seats in Chemistry.

Ques. What is the scope of a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Silicon University for working professionals?

Ans. A Ph.D. in Chemistry from Silicon University is particularly valuable for working professionals in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials industries looking to transition into research leadership roles, academic positions, or senior R&D positions. The university's NAAC A accreditation and research publications in SCI/Scopus-indexed journals add credibility to the degree.