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The Ph.D. in Electronics and Communications Engineering (ECE) at Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (JIIT), Noida, is a full-time doctoral research programme offered by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering. The department is a hub of advanced research in contemporary ECE domains, with six key thrust areas: Internet of Things (IoT)/AI/Embedded Systems, RF and Microwave Engineering, Semiconductor Devices, Signal Processing, VLSI Circuits and Systems, and Wireless and Optical Communication (Next-generation communication). The department has published 555 research works in the last 5 years and has multiple ongoing funded projects from SERB, BIRAC, and DoT. Notably, the department has been sanctioned a 5G use case lab by the Department of Telecom (DoT), Government of India, making it one of only 100 such labs in the country. The programme fee is Rs. 34,500 per semester, with a minimum duration of 3 years. The ECE department has an intake of 8 seats per admission cycle. A Research Fellowship of Rs. 45,000 per month for 3 years is available for full-time scholars, subject to availability.

Admissions are conducted twice a year (odd and even semesters). The even semester 2026 admission cycle had applications from December 1 to December 31, 2025, with the written examination and interview on January 8, 2026. The next odd semester 2026-27 admission cycle is expected to open around July-August 2026 (tentative, based on previous year pattern). Candidates with UGC-NET (result category 2 and 3) or CSIR-JRF qualifications are eligible for direct interview without the written test.

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The ECE department at JIIT has been sanctioned a 5G use case lab by the Department of Telecom (DoT), Government of India - one of only 100 such labs in the country - enabling cutting-edge research in 5G and 6G communication.
The department has a dedicated Fabrication Lab to create an end-to-end semiconductor ecosystem for researchers, supporting VLSI and semiconductor device research.
Six focused research thrust areas: IoT/AI/Embedded Systems, RF and Microwave Engineering, Semiconductor Devices, Signal Processing, VLSI Circuits and Systems, and Wireless and Optical Communication.
Multiple ongoing SERB-funded research projects in areas including quantum dot photodetectors, UAV detection, and spectrum-tunable photodetectors.
The department organises an annual International Conference on Signal Processing and Communication (ICSC), providing scholars a platform to present and publish research.
UGC-NET (category 2 and 3) and CSIR-JRF qualified candidates are eligible for direct interview, bypassing the written entrance test.
A Research Fellowship of Rs. 45,000 per month for 3 years is available for full-time scholars, subject to availability.

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JIIT Ph.D. (ECE) Fees

The Ph.D. (ECE) programme at JIIT Noida is structured on a semester-wise fee payment basis. The tuition fee is Rs. 34,500 per semester for AY 2026-27. For a minimum 3-year (6-semester) programme, the total tuition fee amounts to Rs. 2,07,000, and for a 4-year (8-semester) programme, it amounts to Rs. 2,76,000. A one-time refundable caution money of Rs. 20,000 and an application fee of Rs. 1,000 are also applicable. Hostel accommodation is optional at Rs. 1,10,000 per semester (inclusive of boarding and lodging).

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Per Semester (Rs.)	Total (3 Years / 6 Semesters) (Rs.)	Total (4 Years / 8 Semesters) (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	34,500	2,07,000	2,76,000
Caution Money (One Time, Refundable)	20,000 (one time)	20,000	20,000
Total Fees (Excluding Hostel)	-	2,27,000	2,96,000
Hostel Charges (Optional)	1,10,000	6,60,000	8,80,000

Tuition fee is Rs. 34,500 per semester as per AY 2026-27 fee structure; fee may increase in subsequent years.
Caution Money of Rs. 20,000 is refundable after completion or leaving the programme.
Application Fee: Rs. 1,000 (non-refundable, payable via Demand Draft in favour of "Jaypee Institute of Information Technology" payable at Noida/Delhi).
Hostel charges are Rs. 1,10,000 per semester (inclusive of boarding and lodging); hostel is optional.
Research Fellowship of Rs. 45,000 per month for 3 years is available for full-time scholars, subject to availability.

JIIT Ph.D. (ECE) Admission 2026

JIIT Noida conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year for odd and even semesters. The even semester 2026 admission cycle has already been completed (applications closed December 31, 2025; exam and interview on January 8, 2026). The next odd semester 2026-27 admission cycle is expected to open around July-August 2026, based on the previous year's pattern. Candidates with UGC-NET or CSIR-JRF qualifications can appear directly for the interview without the written test. All other candidates must appear in the JIIT Ph.D. Entrance Test followed by an interview.

JIIT Noida Ph.D. (ECE) Admission Calendar

Event	Even Semester 2026 (Completed)	Odd Semester 2026-27 (Tentative)
Application Start	December 1, 2025	July 2026 (tentative)
Application End	December 31, 2025	August 2026 (tentative)
Written Examination and Interview	January 8, 2026	August/September 2026 (tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a Master's degree (1-year/2-semester after a 4-year bachelor's, or 2-year/4-semester after a 3-year bachelor's) in a relevant discipline (M.Tech ECE/Electronics/Communication, M.Sc. Electronics/Physics, or equivalent) with 55% aggregate marks or CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
Alternatively, candidates with a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree with 75% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA are also eligible.
M.Phil. holders with 55% aggregate marks or CGPA of 5.5 are also eligible.
A relaxation of 5% marks is provided for SC/ST (non-creamy layer) and Differently Abled candidates.

Admission Process:

Apply online at www.getadmissions.com/jaypee or download the application form from www.jiit.ac.in and submit with a Demand Draft of Rs. 1,000.
Eligible candidates appear in the JIIT Ph.D. Entrance Test (150 minutes, 100 marks: Part 1 - 50 MCQs on Research Methodology; Part 2 - Descriptive questions from ECE subject areas including Telecommunications and Networking, Signal Processing, Wireless and Mobile Communications, Optical Communications).
UGC-NET (result category 2 and 3) and CSIR-JRF qualified candidates are eligible for direct interview.
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview/viva.
Final selection is based on combined performance in the written test and interview.
Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree can also apply; they must submit their marksheet on or before the date of registration.

JIIT Ph.D. (ECE) Scholarships 2026

JIIT Noida offers a Research Fellowship to full-time Ph.D. scholars, which is a significant financial support mechanism. The fellowship of Rs. 45,000 per month for 3 years is provided subject to availability. Over 3 years, this amounts to a total fellowship support of Rs. 16,20,000, which far exceeds the total programme fee, effectively making the programme self-sustaining for fellowship recipients.

Research Fellowship Details

Scholarship/Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Research Fellowship	Full-time Ph.D. scholars (subject to availability)	Rs. 45,000 per month	3 years

Research Fellowship is subject to availability and is not guaranteed for all admitted scholars.
Scholars are expected to assist in teaching and research activities as part of the fellowship obligations.
No separate merit-based scholarship is listed for Ph.D. programmes beyond the Research Fellowship.

JIIT Noida Ph.D Electronics And Communications Engineering Ranking

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JIIT Ph.D. (ECE) FAQs

Ques. What makes the ECE Ph.D. programme at JIIT Noida unique compared to other institutes?

Ans. The ECE department at JIIT Noida has several distinctive features: a DoT-sanctioned 5G use case lab (one of only 100 in India) for next-generation communication research, a dedicated Fabrication Lab for semiconductor research, multiple ongoing SERB-funded projects, and an annual ICSC conference for research dissemination. The department has 555 publications in the last 5 years and strong industry-academia collaborations through multiple MoUs.

Ques. What are the research areas available for Ph.D. in ECE at JIIT Noida?

Ans. The six key thrust areas are: (1) Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Embedded Systems; (2) RF and Microwave Engineering; (3) Semiconductor Devices; (4) Signal Processing (including speech and image processing); (5) VLSI Circuits and Systems; and (6) Wireless and Optical Communication (Next-generation communication including 5G/6G). Scholars can also work on interdisciplinary areas like biomedical signal processing, UAV detection, and quantum dot-based devices.

Ques. What is the 5G use case lab at JIIT ECE department?

Ans. The 5G use case lab has been sanctioned by the Department of Telecom (DoT), Government of India, to the ECE department at JIIT Noida. It is one of only 100 such labs set up across the country. The lab enables researchers to pursue next-generation research in 5G and 6G communication technologies, making it a significant asset for Ph.D. scholars working in wireless communication and next-generation networks.

Ques. How many seats are available for Ph.D. in ECE at JIIT Noida?

Ans. The ECE department has a tentative intake of 8 seats per admission cycle (with reservations for SC at 15% and ST at 7.5%). The actual number may vary depending on the qualification and performance of candidates and the availability of research supervisors in specific areas.

Ques. What funded research projects are ongoing in the ECE department at JIIT Noida?

Ans. The ECE department has multiple ongoing funded projects including: Development of Tunable Self-Powered Quantum Dot Based Photodetectors (SERB, Rs. 30.36 Lakh), Acoustically detecting and localizing UAVs using vector sensor (SERB, Rs. 29.79 Lakh), Development of Low Cost Spectrum Tunable Photodetectors (SERB, Rs. 23.5 Lakh), Fundus image-based diagnosis for glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy (BIRAC, Rs. 10 Lakh), and UAV and Electronic Border Security (DIRD, Rs. 24.5 Lakh), among others.

Ques. Is UGC-NET mandatory for Ph.D. (ECE) admission at JIIT Noida?

Ans. No, UGC-NET is not mandatory. Candidates without UGC-NET can appear in the JIIT Ph.D. Entrance Test (written exam + interview). However, UGC-NET qualified candidates (result category 2 and 3) and CSIR-JRF holders are eligible for direct interview, bypassing the written test. For ECE, GATE qualification is also a strong credential that can support the application, though the primary exemption route is UGC-NET/CSIR-JRF.