Manipal University Jaipur Ph.D Electrical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Content Curator | Updated on - May 25, 2026

Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering) at Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is a full-time doctoral research program offered under the Faculty of Science, Technology and Architecture (FoSTA), Department of Electrical Engineering. The program has a minimum duration of 3 years and is structured to enable scholars to conduct independent, original research in the field of electrical engineering. The total fee for Indian scholars is Rs. 10,000 (one-time registration fee) plus Rs. 30,000 per year (annual fee). Admissions are conducted twice a year (January and July sessions) through a university-level entrance test and personal interview. The program attracts candidates interested in research areas such as power systems, control systems, electric drives, renewable energy, and smart grids.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are expected to open tentatively in May-June 2026, based on the pattern of previous sessions. The January 2026 session has already concluded, with results published and course work commencing from January 21, 2026.

Key Points

Full-time Ph.D. program with admissions twice a year (January and July sessions)
Candidates holding GATE/UGC-CSIR NET/JRF/SLET/M.Phil qualifications are exempted from the university entrance examination
Research areas include power systems, control systems, electric drives, power electronics, renewable energy, and smart grid technologies
Full-time scholars are eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship (stipend up to Rs. 45,000/month in the 3rd year)
Financial support available for attending and presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences (up to Rs. 30,000 one-time)
Access to Central Analytical Facilities (CAF) and Sophisticated Analytical Instrumental Facilities (SAIF) on campus

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MUJ Ph.D (Electrical Engineering) Fees

The Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering) program at MUJ has a transparent fee structure with a one-time registration fee and an annual fee payable until final thesis submission. For Indian scholars, the total cost over the minimum 3-year duration is Rs. 1,00,000. There are no hidden semester-wise charges.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Indian Scholars)	Amount (Foreign/NRI Scholars)
Registration Fee (One-time)	Rs. 10,000	USD 300
Annual Fee (per year, till thesis submission)	Rs. 30,000	USD 1,100
Total Fees (for minimum 3 years)	Rs. 1,00,000	USD 3,600

Registration fee is non-refundable.
Annual fee is payable each year until the final thesis is submitted.
Hostel facility is available on campus but is optional; hostel fees are charged separately (not included in the above total).
Fees are subject to revision as per the Fee Fixation Committee's approval.
Payment can be made via Demand Draft drawn in favour of 'Manipal University Jaipur' payable at Jaipur, or through the online fee payment portal.

MUJ Ph.D (Electrical Engineering) Admission 2026

MUJ conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year. The January 2026 session has concluded with results published. The next upcoming session is July 2026, for which applications are expected to open tentatively in May-June 2026 based on the previous year's schedule. Candidates are selected through a written entrance test (online mode) followed by a personal interview. Those with GATE/UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/M.Phil qualifications are directly eligible for the interview round without appearing in the entrance test.

MUJ Ph.D. Admission Schedule

Activity	Date
Call for PhD Applications	December 8, 2025
PhD Applications Close	December 27, 2025
PhD Entrance Test (Online Mode)	January 5, 2026
Interview of Shortlisted Candidates	January 6-8, 2026
Declaration of Results	January 9, 2026
Dr. Ram Das Pai Scholarship Interview	January 12-13, 2026
Fee Submission, NOC, Document Verification	January 16, 2026
Last Date of PhD Registration	January 20, 2026
PhD Course Work Commences	January 21, 2026

GATE 2026 Exam Dates

Activity	Date
GATE 2026 Registration	August 28 - October 13, 2025
GATE 2026 Admit Card Release	January 13, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam	February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Answer Key Release	February 19, 2026
GATE 2026 Result	March 19, 2026

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 CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
Candidates from foreign universities must have their degree equivalence determined by the Directorate of Research (DoR) at MUJ.
Registration for Ph.D. is allowed in a department relevant to the candidate's field of study; the degree is awarded from the Faculty in which the PG degree was obtained.

Admission Process:

Apply online through the MUJ admissions portal (admissions.jaipur.manipal.edu)
Appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (online mode) - exempted for GATE/UGC-NET/JRF/SLET/M.Phil holders
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview
Results are declared; selected candidates complete fee payment, NOC submission, and document verification
PhD registration is completed and course work begins

MUJ Ph.D (Electrical Engineering) Scholarships 2026

MUJ offers the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship for full-time Ph.D. scholars, providing a monthly stipend that increases progressively over three years. This makes the program financially viable for scholars who commit to full-time research. Additionally, conference presentation support is available for scholars presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Dr. Ramdas Pai PhD Scholarship	Full-time Ph.D. scholars admitted at MUJ	Rs. 35,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 40,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 45,000/month (Year 3)	Maximum 3 years from date of registration
Conference Presentation Support	All full-time scholars	Up to Rs. 30,000 (one-time)	Entire duration of PhD

Scholars with CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT/ICMR JRF, or those engaged in EMR project/scheme as JRF/SRF/RA/Project Fellow at MUJ are NOT eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship.
A total of 20 scholarships are awarded per academic year (10 per semester).
Selection for the scholarship is through a personal interview conducted by the Directorate of Research at the start of the academic session.
If a scholar withdraws or completes their tenure, the scholarship can be reassigned to another scholar in the next semester.
Conference support covers attendance and presentation at Scopus/WoS-indexed conference proceedings.

MUJ Ph.D (Electrical Engineering) FAQs

Ques. What are the key research areas available in Ph.D. Electrical Engineering at MUJ?

Ans. The Department of Electrical Engineering at MUJ has active research in power systems and smart grids, power electronics and drives, control systems and automation, renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and signal processing. Candidates should review the list of eligible supervisors published with each admission notification to identify available research topics.

Ques. Is GATE in Electrical Engineering (EE) the only accepted exam for entrance test exemption?

Ans. Candidates who have qualified GATE in any relevant discipline (EE, IN, etc.), or hold UGC-CSIR NET/JRF, SLET, or M.Phil are exempted from the MUJ PhD entrance test. The specific GATE paper accepted may depend on the research area; candidates should confirm with the Directorate of Research.

Ques. Can a B.Tech. graduate directly apply for Ph.D. at MUJ without a Master's degree?

Ans. No. MUJ requires candidates to hold a Master's degree (with minimum 55% marks or CGPA 5.5/10) for PhD registration. Direct entry from B.Tech. is not permitted under the current regulations.

Ques. What is the stipend amount under the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship for Electrical Engineering PhD scholars?

Ans. The Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship provides Rs. 35,000/month in Year 1, Rs. 40,000/month in Year 2, and Rs. 45,000/month in Year 3. The scholarship is available for a maximum of 3 years from the date of registration. Only 20 scholarships are awarded per academic year across all disciplines.

Ques. Does MUJ have industry collaborations relevant to Electrical Engineering research?

Ans. Yes, MUJ has industry-funded research projects and collaborations with national and international institutions. The university's Directorate of Research facilitates externally funded projects from government agencies and industry. Ph.D. scholars can participate in these projects as research fellows, gaining practical exposure alongside their academic research.

Ques. What happens if I am unable to submit my thesis within the minimum 3-year period?

Ans. The minimum duration for a full-time Ph.D. at MUJ is 3 years. If a scholar requires more time, the annual fee continues to be payable until thesis submission. The maximum duration is typically 6 years, with possible extensions in exceptional cases as per MUJ's PhD regulations. Scholars are advised to plan their research timeline carefully with their supervisor.

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Manipal University Jaipur: 1 Answered Question

What are the fees for a BTech in Manipal University?

Siddharth ThaparStudied at Manipal Institute of Technology (2019)

The basic tuition fee of the first year for B.Tech in Manipal University is Rs. 2.64 Lakhs. But, there are some changes in fees in certain departments. The detailed description of all kinds of fees in Manipal University is discussed below in the following points.

For branches like Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science and Engineering, the fee increases to Rs. 2.96 Lakhs for the first year. For other branches, it remains Rs. 2.64 Lakhs.
From the second year, the fee drastically increases by almost Rs. 1 Lakh. The fee for the second, third, and fourth-year is Rs. 3.7 Lakhs each.
The hostel fees vary from Rs. 42 thousand to Rs. 1.5 Lakhs, depending on the type of accommodation.
Food expenses in the hostel mess are around Rs. 35 thousand.
Sometimes, the hostel fees can go up to Rs. 2 lakhs per year, if the best options are taken in living.

Therefore, the overall structure of fees in Manipal University for B.Tech is stated above, from which an average total fee can be estimated, including tuition, hostel, and mess fees.

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