The Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at GITAM (Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management) Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, is a minimum three-year full-time doctoral programme offered by GITAM School of Technology. GITAM is a NAAC A++ Deemed University (2023), with its Bengaluru Campus at Doddaballapur Main Road, Bengaluru 562163. The programme covers advanced research in power systems, control systems, signal processing, power electronics, renewable energy, smart grids, and industrial automation. All full-time scholars are eligible for a GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship of INR 33,000 per month for up to three years. Admission is through GReAT (GITAM Research Admissions Test) or direct interview for candidates with GATE scores.
📋 Admission Status: GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) admissions for 2026-27 are in the interview and offer-letter phase. GReAT results were declared by June 30, 2026; classes commence August 24, 2026. Apply early for the next cycle at researchadmissions.gitam.edu.
Key Points
- GITAM Ph.D. Electrical and Electronics Engineering is a full-time doctoral programme at a NAAC A++ Deemed University in Bengaluru.
- Academic fee: INR 30,000 per year (minimum INR 90,000 for 3 years); application fee INR 1,200.
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship of INR 33,000/month for up to 3 years awarded to all full-time scholars.
- Research areas include power systems, control systems, signal processing, power electronics, renewable energy, smart grids, and industrial automation.
- GATE/CSIR-NET qualified candidates are exempted from GReAT.
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | INR 1,200 |
| Annual Academic Fee | INR 30,000 |
| Total Fees (3-Year Minimum) | INR 90,000 |
- Academic fee INR 30,000/year; three-year total INR 90,000.
- Application fee INR 1,200; pay at researchadmissions.gitam.edu.
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship is separate from the academic fee.
- Hostel charges additional; confirm at gitam.edu.
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GReAT 2026 Application Deadline | May 11, 2026 |
| GReAT 2026 Exam (Online) | May 23, 2026 |
| GReAT 2026 Results | June 30, 2026 |
| Online Interviews (School of Technology) | June 8 to 19, 2026 |
| Offer Letter and Fee Payment | July to August 2026 |
| Commencement of Ph.D. Programme | August 24, 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Registration End | March 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Exam Date | May 23, 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Result | June 30, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Registration End | October 2025 |
| GATE 2026 Exam Date | Feb 7, Feb 08, Feb 14 and Feb 15, 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | Mar 19, 2026 |
- Apply at researchadmissions.gitam.edu; pay INR 1,200 application fee.
- GATE/NET holders are exempted from GReAT; direct interview applies.
- Research proposal and online interview required after qualifying GReAT.
- 2026-27 applications closed; next cycle opens early 2027.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, or an equivalent discipline.
- A minimum aggregate of 55 percent marks (or 5.5 CGPA) in the qualifying master’s degree is required.
- A valid GReAT, GATE, CSIR-NET, or UGC-NET score is required; GATE/CSIR-NET qualified candidates are exempted from GReAT.
- Four-year B.Tech graduates with 75% marks or above may also apply directly without a master’s degree.
Admission Process
- Register at researchadmissions.gitam.edu and pay the INR 1,200 application fee.
- Appear in GReAT (online) or submit a valid GATE/NET score.
- Candidates who clear GReAT or hold a valid GATE/NET score are called for an online interview (June 8 to 19, 2026).
- Successful candidates receive admission offer letters in July to August 2026; pay fees to confirm.
- Complete document verification and join the programme on August 24, 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- M.Tech / M.Sc graduates targeting doctoral research in Electrical and Electronics Engineering,Full Time
- GATE/NET holders seeking direct interview route and research fellowship
- Full-time scholars who need INR 33,000/month GITAM PhD Fellowship
- Candidates preferring a NAAC A++ institution in Bengaluru for doctoral work
- Those with 4-year B.Tech at 75%+ who want direct PhD without a master’s degree
✗ Skip if
- Part-time working professionals unable to commit to full-time residence
- Candidates requiring IIT/IISc affiliation for faculty or premium industry roles
- Students who have not yet completed a master’s degree (unless B.Tech 75%+ route)
- Those primarily motivated by taught coursework rather than original research
- Candidates expecting on-campus corporate placement drives for PhD
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Electrical and Electronics Engineering Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship | INR 33,000/month for up to 3 years | All full-time PhD scholars; no separate application; awarded at admission |
| MURTI Excellence Fellowship | INR 40,000/month for up to 3 years | Awarded to meritorious full-time scholars; competitive selection at admission |
| CSIR/UGC-JRF / GATE Fellowship | As per government norms | Valid JRF/GATE holders; exempted from GReAT and eligible for direct interview |
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship awarded at admission to all full-time scholars.
- MURTI Excellence Fellowship: competitive; awarded to meritorious candidates.
- CSIR/UGC-JRF holders keep fellowship; GATE holders qualify for GITAM fellowship.
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