Marwadi University Rajkot Ph.D Mechanical Engineering: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, Marwadi University's Part-Time PhD category is specifically designed for working professionals including industry engineers, college faculty, and government employees. You can pursue research at your place of employment and/or at Marwadi University while continuing your job. You must submit a No Objection Certificate from your employer at the time of application. The maximum duration of 7 years (extendable by 2 more years with Provost approval) gives you ample time to complete the research without disrupting your career.

Ans. The PhD entrance test at Marwadi University is a computer-based MCQ examination of 1 hour duration. The syllabus consists of 90% subject-specific Mechanical Engineering content and 10% research methodology. The Mechanical Engineering syllabus is aligned with the GATE syllabus for Mechanical Engineering, covering topics such as Engineering Mathematics, Applied Mechanics and Design, Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, Materials, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering, and Thermodynamics. Candidates who have already qualified GATE/UGC-NET are exempted from this test.

Ans. The PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Marwadi University is offered under the Faculty of Engineering and Technology. Research areas typically include Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Renewable Energy, Composite Materials, Tribology, Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), and Industrial Engineering, depending on the expertise of available supervisors. The university also offers Interdisciplinary PhD programs that may involve Mechanical Engineering in combination with Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, or Technological Solutions. Prospective candidates are advised to contact the research office at research.office@marwadieducation.edu.in to identify available supervisors and research areas before applying.

Ans. Before submitting the thesis synopsis, research scholars must have published TWO research papers in journals indexed in Web of Science Core Collection or SCOPUS. Alternatively, one Indian or International Utility Patent (granted, with the scholar, supervisor, and Marwadi University as applicants) can substitute for the publication requirement. The scholar must be the first author of the publications, and the papers must be from the research work done to fulfill the objectives of the approved thesis. These publications are required before appearing for RPR4 and RPR5 (the 4th and 5th Research Progress Reviews).

Ans. The fee is INR 40,000 per semester. For the minimum duration of 3 years (6 semesters), the total tuition fee is INR 2,40,000. If the program extends to 4 years (8 semesters), the total fee would be INR 3,20,000. Additional fees apply for registration, RPR presentations, synopsis submission, open defense, and convocation. The application fee is INR 600 (one-time). Since part-time scholars are not eligible for university fellowships, the entire cost is self-funded. However, external fellowships from UGC, CSIR, or DST may be available if you meet their eligibility criteria.

Ans. Part-time PhD scholars must appear before the Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) every six months for a Research Progress Review (RPR) presentation. A minimum of five successful RPRs are required before submitting the thesis synopsis. RPRs are typically conducted in May/June and November/December each year. If a scholar is unable to present in a particular phase, it is treated as a 6-month extension. For RPR4 and RPR5, the scholar must have published/accepted the first and second research papers respectively. The DAC may recommend cancellation of registration if progress is unsatisfactory after two warnings. Part-time scholars can attend DAC meetings via video conferencing if a DAC member cannot attend in person.