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The Ph.D. (Computer Application) Part Time program at Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is a research-oriented doctoral program offered under the Department of Computer Applications, Faculty of Science, Technology and Architecture (FoSTA). The program spans a minimum of 4.5 years and a maximum of 6 years, making it ideal for working professionals who wish to pursue advanced research without interrupting their careers. The annual fee is Rs. 30,000 (payable till final thesis submission), with a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000, making the total cost approximately Rs. 1,45,000 over the minimum duration. Admissions are conducted twice a year (July and January batches) through a university-level entrance test and interview. The program is popular among IT professionals, academicians, and industry practitioners seeking to contribute original research in areas such as data science, cybersecurity, AI/ML, software engineering, and computer applications.

Admission for the January 2026 batch is now closed (results were declared in January 2026). The next admission cycle is expected to be the July 2026 batch, with applications likely to open around June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule (applications for July 2025 opened in June 2025). Candidates are advised to monitor the official MUJ PhD page at jaipur.manipal.edu/research-phd.php for the July 2026 notification.

Key Points

Part Time Ph.D. is specifically designed for working professionals who can pursue research alongside their jobs.
Research is conducted under the guidance of a qualified supervisor from the Department of Computer Applications, which has 27+ faculty members holding Ph.D. degrees.
The department has active research in areas including Data Science, Cybersecurity, AI/ML, Software Product Engineering, and IoT.
Scholars with UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. qualifications are exempted from the university entrance examination.
MUJ provides support of up to Rs. 30,000 for full-time scholars to attend and present at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences (note: this benefit is for full-time scholars only).
The university conducts admissions twice a year, giving candidates two opportunities annually to apply.

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MUJ Ph.D (Computer Application) Fees

The Ph.D. (Computer Application) Part Time program at MUJ has a straightforward and affordable fee structure. The most significant component is the Annual Fee of Rs. 30,000, which is charged every year until the final thesis is submitted. A one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 is payable at the time of admission. Over the minimum duration of 4.5 years, the total program cost works out to approximately Rs. 1,45,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable)	10,000
Annual Fee (per year, till thesis submission)	30,000
Annual Fee for Minimum Duration (4.5 years x Rs. 30,000)	1,35,000
Total Fees (Registration + Annual for minimum duration)	1,45,000
Hostel Fees - Double Occupancy (per year, optional)	1,74,050
Hostel Fees - Triple+Double Occupancy (per year, optional)	1,57,220

The Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 is non-refundable.
Annual fees are payable each year until the final thesis is submitted.
If the scholar takes longer than the minimum duration, additional annual fees will apply.
For Foreign/NRI scholars: Registration Fee is USD 300 and Annual Fee is USD 1,100.
Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory for Part Time scholars.
Hostel fees shown are for the academic year 2026-27 and are subject to change.
A refundable security deposit of Rs. 24,250 is applicable if hostel accommodation is availed.
Fees can be paid via Demand Draft drawn in favour of 'Manipal University Jaipur' payable at Jaipur.

MUJ Ph.D (Computer Application) Admission 2026

MUJ conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - in July and January. The selection process involves a written entrance test (conducted online) followed by an interview of shortlisted candidates. The January 2026 batch admission cycle has been completed. The July 2026 cycle is expected to follow a similar timeline as the July 2025 cycle.

MUJ Ph.D. Admission Schedule

Event	January 2026 Batch (Completed)	July 2026 Batch (Tentative)
Call for PhD Applications	December 8, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	December 27, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
PhD Entrance Test (Online)	January 5, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Interview of Shortlisted Candidates	January 6-8, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Declaration of Results	January 9, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Fee Submission and Document Verification	January 16, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date of PhD Registration	January 20, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
PhD Course Work Starts	January 21, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)

Relevant Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration Period	Exam Date	Result Date
GATE 2026	Aug 28 - Oct 13, 2025	Feb 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026	March 19, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 (Dec 2025)	Oct 7 - Nov 7, 2025	Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 (Jun 2026)	Apr 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)	July 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET (Jul 2026)	May 1 - May 21, 2026 (Tentative)	July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)	September 2026 (Tentative)

Note: Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. are exempted from the MUJ PhD Entrance Examination. GATE is relevant for Computer Science/IT specializations. UGC-NET Computer Science and Applications (Subject Code 87) is directly applicable.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree from a UGC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
A candidate may register for Ph.D. in a department relevant to their field of study (Computer Applications or related disciplines).
Candidates holding a qualifying degree from foreign universities must have their equivalence determined by the Directorate of Research (DoR) at MUJ.

Admission Process

Apply online at admissions.jaipur.manipal.edu during the application window.
Appear for the MUJ Ph.D. Entrance Test (online mode) - exempted if UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. qualified.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview conducted by the department.
Results are declared, followed by fee submission, NOC submission, and document verification.
Final registration and commencement of coursework.

MUJ Ph.D (Computer Application) Scholarships 2026

MUJ offers the prestigious Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship exclusively for full-time Ph.D. scholars. Part Time scholars are not eligible for this scholarship. However, general scholarships for differently-abled students, wards of martyrs of defence personnel, single mother wards, and orphan students are available across all programs. Part Time scholars may also explore external funding options such as UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, and DST fellowships.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Dr. Ramdas Pai PhD Scholarship	Full-time Ph.D. scholars only (NOT applicable for Part Time)	Rs. 35,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 40,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 45,000/month (Year 3)	Maximum 3 years
Scholarship for Differently-Abled Students	All programs (UG/PG/PhD), 40-75% disability	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Differently-Abled Students	All programs (UG/PG/PhD), >75% disability	50% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Wards of Martyrs of Defence Personnel	All programs	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Wards of Single Mother	All programs	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Conference Presentation Support (Full-time only)	Full-time scholars presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences	Up to Rs. 30,000 (one-time)	Once during program duration

The Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship is available only to full-time scholars.
Part Time scholars are not eligible.
Scholars with CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT/ICMR JRF, or those engaged in EMR projects as JRF/SRF/RA/Project Fellow are not eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship.
A total of 20 Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarships are awarded per academic year (10 per semester).
All scholarship applications must be submitted through the proper channel.
A student may apply for only one scholarship per academic session.

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MUJ Ph.D (Computer Application) FAQs

Ques. Can a working professional pursue the Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Application at MUJ while continuing their job?

Ans. Yes, the Part Time Ph.D. at MUJ is specifically designed for working professionals. The program allows scholars to conduct research alongside their professional commitments. However, scholars are expected to be present on campus for coursework, seminars, and interactions with their supervisor as required by the university's PhD regulations.

Ques. What is the difference between the Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Application at MUJ?

Ans. The Full Time Ph.D. requires scholars to be present on campus full-time and has a minimum duration of 3 years. The Part Time Ph.D. has a minimum duration of 4.5 years and is suited for working professionals. The fee structure is the same for both modes. However, the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship (monthly stipend) is available only to full-time scholars.

Ques. Is the MUJ Ph.D. entrance test mandatory for all applicants?

Ans. No. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, Teacher Fellowship, or hold an M.Phil. degree are exempted from the MUJ Ph.D. Entrance Test. They can directly appear for the interview round.

Ques. How many times a year does MUJ conduct Ph.D. admissions?

Ans. MUJ conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - once in July and once in January. This gives candidates two opportunities annually to apply and join the program.

Ques. What research areas are available under Ph.D. (Computer Application) at MUJ?

Ans. The Department of Computer Applications at MUJ has active research in areas including Data Science, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Software Product Engineering, IoT and Intelligent Systems, and Computer Applications. Scholars are assigned a supervisor based on their research interest and the availability of eligible supervisors in the department.

Ques. What is the total cost of the Part Time Ph.D. in Computer Application at MUJ if I complete it in the minimum duration?

Ans. The total cost for the minimum duration of 4.5 years is approximately Rs. 1,45,000, which includes a one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 and an Annual Fee of Rs. 30,000 per year for 4.5 years (Rs. 1,35,000). Hostel accommodation is optional and costs an additional Rs. 1,57,220 to Rs. 1,74,050 per year (2026-27 rates).