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Jharkhand Rai University (JRU), Ranchi offers a Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Science under its Department of Computer Science and Information Technology. The programme is designed for IT professionals, software engineers, faculty members, and researchers who wish to pursue doctoral-level research in computing while continuing their professional careers. The minimum duration is 3 years and the programme is conducted on campus at JRU's Ranchi campus. The total fees are Rs. 6.53 Lakhs for the complete duration. Admission is through a university-level entrance test and interview, with exemptions for UGC NET/CSIR NET/SLET/M.Phil holders. The programme is popular among working IT professionals and college faculty in Jharkhand seeking to enhance their academic qualifications.

Admissions for the 2026-27 cycle are currently closed (the last notified deadline was November 30, 2024, with an entrance test on December 15, 2024). Based on previous cycles, the next admission season (2027-28) is expected to open around October-November 2027, with applications tentatively due by November 2027 and the entrance test likely in December 2027.

Key Points

Ph.D. in Computer Science at JRU is available in both Full Time and Part Time modes; this listing is for the Part Time mode.
Candidates with UGC NET/CSIR NET/SLET/M.Phil qualifications or 15+ years of relevant experience are exempted from the written entrance test (subject to Vice-Chancellor's discretion).
Part Time Ph.D. students are expected to be working in organisations that provide basic research facilities and environment.
JRU is NAAC accredited and is the only private university in Jharkhand with this accreditation.
The degree is recognised by UGC under Section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 1956.

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JRU Ph.D. (CS) Fees

The Ph.D. (Computer Science) Part Time programme at JRU has a uniform fee structure over 3 years. The total academic fee is Rs. 6.53 Lakhs, comprising tuition fees of Rs. 2 Lakhs per year, a one-time admission fee of Rs. 23,000 in Year 1, and a thesis evaluation fee of Rs. 30,000 in the final year. Hostel accommodation is optional and available at Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 60,000 per year.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	2,00,000	2,00,000	2,00,000	6,00,000
Admission Fee (one-time)	23,000	-	-	23,000
Thesis Evaluation Fee	-	-	30,000	30,000
Total Academic Fee	2,23,000	2,00,000	2,30,000	6,53,000

Fees are refundable as per university policy (subject to conditions).
Hostel fee (optional): Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 60,000 per year (not included in Total Academic Fee above).
Application fee: Rs. 1,000 (paid separately at the time of applying).
No EMI or instalment plan is officially advertised; fees are typically paid year-wise.

JRU Ph.D. (CS) Admission 2026

JRU conducts Ph.D. admissions once a year, typically in the November-December cycle. The selection process involves a written entrance test comprising two objective papers (Paper I: General Aptitude/Research Methodology - 50 marks; Paper II: Subject-specific Computer Science questions - 50 marks), followed by a personal interview. Candidates holding UGC NET/CSIR NET/SLET/M.Phil are exempted from the written test but must appear for the interview. The 2026-27 admission cycle is closed; the next cycle is expected around October-November 2027.

College-Specific Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Form Release (2026-27 cycle)	October 2026
Last Date to Apply (2026-27 cycle)	November 30, 2026
Entrance Test (2026-27 cycle)	December 15, 2026
Application Submission for 2027-28 (Tentative)	November 2027
Entrance Test for 2027-28 (Tentative)	December 2027

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
UGC NET	Phase 1 Exam	December 31, 2026 - January 7, 2027
UGC NET	Phase 1 Result	February 4, 2027
UGC NET	Phase 2 Registration (Tentative)	April 1 - May 1, 2027
UGC NET	Phase 2 Exam (Tentative)	June 2027

Note: UGC NET (Computer Science and Applications) qualification is accepted for exemption from JRU's Ph.D. entrance test. CSIR NET is not applicable for Computer Science.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a Master's degree or equivalent from a UGC/AICTE recognised institution with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (50% for SC/ST/Category-I and Differently-abled candidates).
The Master's degree should be in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline.
Part Time candidates are preferably those working in organisations that provide basic research facilities and environment.

Admission Process:

Obtain and fill the application form online (jru.edu.in) or from the JRU campus; application fee of Rs. 1,000 is payable.
Submit the completed form along with attested copies of all required documents before the last date.
Appear for the written entrance test (Paper I: General Aptitude/Research Methodology; Paper II: Subject-specific Computer Science questions) - exempted for NET/SLET/M.Phil holders.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview/viva-voce.
Final selection is based on entrance test performance, qualifying examination marks, and interview; the university has sole discretion in final admission decisions.
Admitted candidates complete registration formalities and pay the prescribed fees.

JRU Ph.D. (CS) Scholarships 2026

JRU's scholarship offerings for Ph.D. students are limited, with the primary support coming from national fellowships and government schemes. The university's DreamZ-JRU Scholarship covers only UG and PG programmes and does not apply to doctoral programmes. Part Time Ph.D. students in Computer Science are encouraged to explore national fellowships and state government schemes for financial support.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
UGC NET-JRF Fellowship	Candidates qualifying UGC NET (Computer Science) with JRF rank	Rs. 37,000/month (1st-2nd year); Rs. 42,000/month (3rd year onwards)
Jharkhand E-Kalyan Scholarship	SC/ST/OBC students from Jharkhand	As per state government norms
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Schemes	As per individual scheme eligibility	Varies by scheme

JRU's DreamZ-JRU Scholarship is applicable only for UG and PG programmes, not for Ph.D.
Full Time Ph.D. students at JRU are eligible for a university fellowship of Rs. 10,000/month (up to 3 years) with complete tuition fee waiver; this benefit is NOT available for Part Time Ph.D. students.
Part Time Ph.D. students should apply for UGC NET-JRF to avail national fellowships.
Application for government scholarships should be made through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

JRU Ph.D. (CS) FAQs

Ques. Is Ph.D. in Computer Science available in Full Time mode at JRU?

Ans. Yes. Ph.D. in Computer Science at JRU is available in both Full Time and Part Time modes. Full Time Ph.D. students are eligible for a university fellowship of Rs. 10,000/month and complete tuition fee waiver. This listing is specifically for the Part Time mode.

Ques. What are the popular research areas for Ph.D. Computer Science at JRU?

Ans. Research areas typically include machine learning, artificial intelligence, data mining, network security, cloud computing, image processing, and software engineering. Candidates should contact the Department of Computer Science and IT at JRU to confirm available supervisors and their specific research interests before applying.

Ques. I am a software engineer with 5 years of experience. Can I apply for Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Science at JRU?

Ans. Yes, provided you hold a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field with minimum 55% marks. Part Time Ph.D. is specifically designed for working professionals like you. You will need to appear for the entrance test (unless you hold UGC NET/SLET/M.Phil) and an interview. Your workplace should ideally provide a basic research environment.

Ques. Is UGC NET mandatory for Ph.D. Computer Science admission at JRU?

Ans. No, UGC NET is not mandatory. However, candidates who have qualified UGC NET (Computer Science and Applications) are exempted from the written entrance test. All other candidates must appear for the JRU entrance test. UGC NET qualification is beneficial as it also makes you eligible for the JRF fellowship.

Ques. What is the difference between Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. fees at JRU?

Ans. For Part Time Ph.D., the total fee is Rs. 6.53 Lakhs over 3 years. For Full Time Ph.D., the tuition fee is completely waived and students only pay the admission fee (Rs. 23,000) and thesis evaluation fee (Rs. 30,000), totalling approximately Rs. 53,000. Full Time students also receive a fellowship of Rs. 10,000/month.

Ques. How many seats are available for Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Science at JRU?

Ans. JRU does not publicly disclose the exact number of seats for Ph.D. programmes. Seat availability depends on the number of qualified supervisors and their research capacity. Candidates are advised to contact the JRU admissions office or the Department of Computer Science directly to inquire about seat availability for the upcoming cycle.

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JRU Ph.D. (CS) Admission 2026

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