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

Ans. The Ph.D. in CSE at ADBU covers a wide range of cutting-edge research areas including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Data Science, Generative AI, Quantum Computing, Cyber Security, IoT, Cloud Computing, Speech Processing, Image Processing, Health Informatics, Natural Language Processing, and more. The department stands out for its active research culture: faculty members have recently secured AICTE-RPS funded research projects (April 2026), a student was awarded the prestigious IndiaAI Fellowship (February 2026), and the department has international collaborations including with institutions in Taiwan. A patent was also published by the department in April 2026, reflecting its innovation-driven approach.

Ans. Yes, candidates with MCA or M.Sc. in Computer Science or related disciplines are eligible to apply for the Ph.D. in CSE at ADBU, provided they have at least 55% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a scale of 10 in their qualifying degree. The eligibility criteria specify Master's degree in the concerned discipline or an allied discipline, which includes MCA and M.Sc. (Computer Science). Candidates are advised to confirm their eligibility with the Department of CSE at ADBU before applying, as the entrance test content will be CSE-focused.

Ans. The Ph.D. admission process at ADBU involves: (1) Online application with a fee of Rs. 1,000; (2) Written entrance test covering Research Methodology and Subject-Specific CSE topics (candidates with valid GATE/NET are exempted from this); (3) Personal interview where candidates present a research proposal of up to 300 words; (4) Selection based on academic record, test performance, and interview. After admission, candidates must complete one semester of mandatory coursework and secure a minimum grade point of 6.00 before formal registration as a research scholar. Formal registration must be completed within 18 months of admission.

Ans. Before submitting the Ph.D. thesis, research scholars at ADBU must have at least two research publications co-authored with their supervisor in Scopus-indexed, Web of Science, or peer-reviewed journals, with affiliation to Assam Don Bosco University. A research paper jointly published by two research scholars may be given equal weightage to both, with justification about their contribution by the supervisor. This requirement ensures that scholars contribute meaningfully to the body of knowledge in their field before completing their doctoral programme.

Ans. The total fee for the minimum 3-year duration of the Ph.D. in CSE (Science and Technology category) at ADBU is Rs. 3,89,000. This includes a one-time admission fee of Rs. 18,000 (non-refundable), a caution deposit of Rs. 10,000 (refundable on successful completion), a one-time registration fee of Rs. 1,000, and semester fees of Rs. 60,000 per semester for 6 semesters (Rs. 3,60,000). Semester fees are paid twice a year, by 15 April and 15 October. The thesis examination fee is additional and notified at the time of thesis submission. If the programme extends beyond 3 years, additional semester fees apply at the rate prevalent at the time of extension.

Ans. Graduates of Ph.D. in CSE from ADBU can pursue careers in academia as professors or researchers in engineering colleges and universities (where a Ph.D. is increasingly mandatory for faculty positions), in R&D divisions of technology companies (like TCS Research, Infosys Labs, Samsung R&D), in government research organizations (like C-DAC, DRDO, ISRO), and in AI/ML startups and product companies. The research areas at ADBU, particularly in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity, are highly relevant to the current technology landscape. Ph.D. holders can also apply for prestigious fellowships like the DST-INSPIRE Faculty Award or Ramanujan Fellowship, or pursue postdoctoral research at leading institutions in India and abroad.