Manipal University Jaipur Ph.D Internet of Things: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Content Curator | Updated on - May 26, 2026

Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) offers a full-time Ph.D. in Internet of Things (IoT) under its Faculty of Science, Technology and Architecture (FoSTA), through the Department of IoT and Intelligent Systems. This is one of the more specialised doctoral programmes in India, focusing on the convergence of embedded systems, wireless sensor networks, edge computing, AI-driven IoT, and smart systems. The duration ranges from a minimum of 3 years to a maximum of 6 years, with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 30,000 and a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000. Admissions are conducted twice a year (July and January cycles) through a university-level entrance test and interview, and the programme is particularly attractive to engineers and researchers working at the intersection of hardware, software, and connectivity.

Admissions for the January 2026 batch are now closed, with PhD course work commencing on January 21, 2026. The next admission cycle (July 2026) is expected to open tentatively in May-June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule.

Key Points

Ph.D. in IoT is offered as a full-time on-campus programme; part-time registration is also available for working professionals.
Research areas include Wireless Sensor Networks, Edge and Fog Computing, Smart Cities, Industrial IoT (IIoT), AI-driven IoT, Embedded Systems, and Cyber-Physical Systems.
Scholars holding UGC-NET/CSIR-NET JRF, GATE, M.Phil., or SLET are exempted from the university entrance examination.
MUJ has a dedicated Department of IoT and Intelligent Systems, one of the few universities in India with a standalone IoT department at the doctoral level.
Full-time scholars are eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship providing a monthly stipend of up to Rs. 45,000 in the third year.
MUJ supports scholars to present at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences with a one-time reimbursement of up to Rs. 30,000.
The university has active externally and industry-funded research projects in IoT and intelligent systems, providing collaborative research opportunities.

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MUJ Ph.D. (IoT) Fees

The Ph.D. (IoT) programme at MUJ follows a simple fee structure with a one-time registration fee and an annual tuition fee payable until thesis submission. For Indian scholars, the minimum total fee over a 3-year duration is Rs. 1,00,000. There is no semester-wise fee split, and the caution deposit is refundable upon programme completion.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Indian Scholars)
Registration Fee (One-time)	Rs. 10,000
Annual Tuition Fee (per year, till thesis submission)	Rs. 30,000
Total Fees (for minimum 3-year duration)	Rs. 1,00,000
Hostel Fees (optional, per year)	As applicable (see note)

Registration fee is non-refundable.
Caution deposit (if any) is refundable on completion of the programme.
Hostel accommodation is available on campus but is optional for PhD scholars; hostel fees vary by room type.
For Foreign/NRI scholars: Registration fee is USD 300 and annual fee is USD 1,100.
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 online through the university portal.

MUJ Ph.D. (IoT) 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 a personal interview of shortlisted candidates. Candidates holding UGC-NET/CSIR-NET JRF, GATE, M.Phil., SLET, or Teacher Fellowship are exempted from the entrance test. The January 2026 admission cycle has been completed; the next cycle (July 2026) is expected to follow a similar timeline.

MUJ PhD Admission Schedule

Event	January 2026 (Actual)	July 2026 (Tentative)
Call for PhD Applications	December 8, 2025	May 2026
Application Closes	December 27, 2025	Late May 2026
PhD Entrance Test (Online)	January 5, 2026	June 2026
Interview of Shortlisted Candidates	January 6-8, 2026	June 2026
Declaration of Results	January 9, 2026	June 2026
Dr. Ram Das Pai Scholarship Interview	January 12-13, 2026	July 2026
Fee Submission and Document Verification	January 16, 2026	July 2026
Last Date of PhD Registration	January 20, 2026	July 2026
PhD Course Work Starts	January 21, 2026	July/August 2026

Relevant Exam Dates

Exam	Registration Dates	Exam Dates	Result Date	Status
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Oct 7 - Nov 7, 2025	Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026	February 4, 2026	Completed
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Apr 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)	July 2026 (Tentative)	Upcoming
CSIR-NET	May 1 - May 21, 2026 (Tentative)	July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)	September 2026 (Tentative)	Upcoming

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree from a UGC-recognised institution with a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
Candidates with M.Phil., UGC-CSIR NET/JRF, SLET, GATE, or Teacher Fellowship are exempted from the university entrance examination.
For foreign university graduates, equivalence of the qualifying degree will be 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 PhD Entrance Test (online mode) - covers subject-specific knowledge in IoT and Intelligent Systems and research methodology.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview conducted by the Department of IoT and Intelligent Systems.
Results are declared, and selected candidates complete fee payment, NOC submission, and document verification.
PhD registration is formalised and course work begins.

MUJ Ph.D. (IoT) Scholarships 2026

MUJ offers the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship exclusively for full-time PhD scholars, providing a monthly stipend that increases progressively over three years. Additionally, scholars can avail conference travel support for presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences. The scholarship is awarded through a competitive interview process by the Directorate of Research, with 20 slots available per academic year.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Dr. Ramdas Pai PhD Scholarship	Full-time PhD scholars at MUJ (not holding external JRF/SRF)	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 Travel Support	All full-time PhD scholars	Up to Rs. 30,000 (one-time)	For presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences

Scholars already holding CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT/ICMR JRF, or engaged as JRF/SRF/RA/Project Fellow in any funded project at MUJ are NOT eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship.
Total of 20 scholarships are awarded per academic year (August to July), 10 per semester.
If a scholar withdraws or completes tenure, the slot may be reassigned to another scholar in the next semester.
Government scholarships such as UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, DST-INSPIRE, etc., can be availed independently and are not restricted by MUJ.

MUJ Ph.D. (IoT) Placement 2026

Placement data exclusive to the Ph.D. (IoT) programme at MUJ is not publicly available. Ph.D. graduates in IoT are in high demand given the rapid growth of smart devices, Industry 4.0, and connected infrastructure. Graduates typically pursue careers in academia, R&D labs of technology companies (Bosch, Siemens, Honeywell, Cisco), government smart city projects, and as IoT architects or research scientists in startups and MNCs. MUJ's industry partnerships and the Manipal alumni network support scholars in accessing post-doctoral and industry research roles.

Placement Opportunities

Career Path	Examples
Academia	Teaching and Research Positions
R&D Labs	Bosch, Siemens, Honeywell, Cisco
Government Projects	Smart City Projects
Industry Roles	IoT Architects, Research Scientists in Startups and MNCs

MUJ Ph.D. (IoT) FAQs

Ques. Is PhD in IoT at MUJ a good choice given that IoT is a relatively new field?

Ans. Yes, IoT is one of the fastest-growing technology domains globally, and a PhD in IoT from MUJ positions scholars at the forefront of this field. MUJ is one of the few universities in India with a dedicated IoT department, which means focused supervision, specialised labs, and relevant research projects. The demand for IoT researchers in both academia and industry is growing rapidly.

Ques. What background is required to pursue PhD in IoT at MUJ?

Ans. Candidates with a Master's degree in IoT, Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or related fields are eligible. The key requirement is a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5 at the PG level from a UGC-recognised institution. Candidates with GATE/NET are exempted from the entrance test.

Ques. What are the key research topics available in the IoT department at MUJ?

Ans. Research topics include Smart Agriculture, Smart Healthcare, Industrial IoT, Edge and Fog Computing, Cyber Security for IoT, AI-driven IoT applications, Wireless Sensor Networks, and Cyber-Physical Systems. Prospective scholars should review the list of eligible supervisors published before each admission cycle to identify a suitable research area.

Ques. Does MUJ have industry-funded IoT research projects that PhD scholars can work on?

Ans. MUJ has active industry-funded and government-funded research projects. Scholars working on such projects may receive project-based fellowships in addition to or instead of the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship. Details are shared during the admission process and through the Directorate of Research.

Ques. How is the PhD in IoT at MUJ different from PhD in CSE or IT?

Ans. The PhD in IoT is specifically focused on connected devices, sensor networks, edge computing, and smart systems, while CSE and IT cover broader computing domains. If a candidate's research interest is specifically in IoT architectures, protocols, or applications, the IoT department provides more focused supervision and specialised resources.

Ques. Can I switch my research topic after joining the PhD in IoT programme at MUJ?

Ans. Research topic changes are possible in the early stages of the programme, typically before the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) approves the research proposal. After RAC approval, significant changes require formal approval from the Directorate of Research. It is advisable to finalise the research area before applying and to discuss it with the prospective 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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