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The Ph.D. (Civil Engineering) - Part Time program at Amity University, Noida is a research-intensive doctoral program offered through the Amity School of Engineering and Technology (Program Code: 10670), designed for working professionals seeking to advance their expertise in civil engineering. The curriculum focuses on key research areas including structural engineering, transportation systems, water resources, geotechnical engineering, and environmental engineering. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years and a fee of Rs. 75,000 per semester, the program allows scholars to pursue high-level research on contemporary issues in civil infrastructure and sustainable development while continuing their professional careers. Admissions are accepted twice a year for January and July sessions, and the program is popular among civil engineers in construction, infrastructure, and government sectors.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are currently open. The last date to apply at the Noida campus is 30 April 2026, with PET (PhD Entrance Test) dates on 11-12 May and 15-16 June 2026. No Amity Research Fellowship or stipend is available for Part Time scholars.

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Exclusively designed for working professionals; part-time scholars are expected to have access to research labs/facilities at their workplace conducive to their research.
No Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) or stipend is available for Part Time scholars; ARF is only for Full Time PhD scholars.
Scholars must submit an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from their employer at the time of registration/orientation (within one month of selection).
The program is offered under the Amity School of Engineering and Technology at the Noida campus (Program Code: 10670).
Candidates with valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores in the relevant field are exempted from the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) and need to appear only for the FRC Interview.
The minimum duration for Part Time PhD is 3.5 years; scholars pay fees for the minimum period and beyond until PhD completion.
The eligibility for this program requires a minimum of 60% in both B.Tech/B.E. and M.Tech/M.E./M.S., which is slightly higher than the general Amity PhD eligibility of 55%.

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Amity Noida PhD Civil PT Fees

The Ph.D. (Civil Engineering) Part Time program at Amity University Noida charges an academic fee of Rs. 75,000 per semester. Over the minimum duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters), the total academic fee amounts to Rs. 5,25,000. A one-time Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 are charged at admission, bringing the total payable amount to Rs. 5,45,000 for the minimum program duration.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Registration Fee (One-time)	10,000
Security Deposit (One-time, Refundable)	10,000
Academic Fee (per semester)	75,000
Academic Fee for 7 semesters (3.5 years minimum)	5,25,000
Total Fees (Minimum Duration)	5,45,000

The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.
Fee is subject to revision from time to time as decided by the University.
Scholars who remain enrolled beyond the minimum period (3.5 years) will continue to pay the semester fee until PhD completion.
Application form fee: Rs. 1,500 (paid online at the time of form submission; not included in the above total).
No fellowships or stipends are available for Part Time scholars.
Hostel facility for part-time scholars is not confirmed; scholars are generally expected to arrange their own accommodation.
No EMI option is officially mentioned; fees are paid semester-wise.

Amity Noida PhD Civil PT Admission 2026

Amity University Noida accepts Ph.D. applications twice a year for January and July sessions. For the July 2026 session, the application window is currently open with a last date of 30 April 2026. Candidates must apply online, appear in the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) unless exempted, and qualify in the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) Interview. The selection process is conducted at the Noida campus only, and no inter-campus transfers are permitted. Working professionals must submit employment verification details at the time of form filling.

Admission Dates July 2026 Session

Event	Date
Application Portal Opens	Open (Ongoing)
Last Date to Apply (July 2026 Session)	30 April 2026
PET (PhD Entrance Test) Dates	11-12 May 2026 and 15-16 June 2026
Interview (FRC)	To be announced on Admission Microsite
Batch Commencement (July Session)	July 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Exam Dates	7, 8, 14, 15 February 2026
GATE 2026	Result Declaration	19 March 2026
APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test)	PET Dates (July 2026 Session)	11-12 May 2026 / 15-16 June 2026

Note: GATE score holders in the relevant field (Civil Engineering - CE) are exempted from APET and need to appear for Interview only. UGC-NET/CSIR-NET qualified candidates are also exempted from APET.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

B.Tech/B.E. in Civil Engineering or relevant areas with minimum 60% marks, AND M.Tech/M.E./M.S. in Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering / Infrastructural Engineering / Transportation Engineering with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA from any accredited Indian or Foreign University.
A relaxation of 5% marks is applicable for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates as per UGC regulations 2022.
Working professionals must submit employment verification details at the time of form filling and an NOC from their employer at the time of joining.

Admission Process

Fill and submit the online application form at www.amity.edu/phd along with required documents and an application fee of Rs. 1,500.
Shortlisted candidates appear in the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) - 90 minutes, 100 MCQs (50 General + 50 Subject-Specific), no negative marking.
Candidates with valid GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores in the relevant field are exempted from APET and directly appear for the FRC Interview.
Qualified candidates appear in the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) Interview (30 marks).
Selection status is communicated on the Admission Microsite only; no separate communication is sent.
Selected candidates receive an online admission letter on the Admission Microsite within two days of selection.
Submit NOC from employer at the time of registration/orientation (within one month of selection).

Amity Noida PhD Civil PT Scholarships 2026

Amity University does not offer any scholarships, fellowships, or financial aid for Ph.D. Part Time programs. The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF), which provides Rs. 37,000/month, is exclusively available for Full Time PhD scholars. Part-time scholars may occasionally be invited as guest lecturers at the institute, but no formal financial aid is provided. External government fellowships, if held by the candidate, are managed independently by the respective awarding bodies.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount	Applicable for Part Time PhD?
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF)	Full Time PhD scholars only; max age 28 years	Rs. 37,000/month (Rs. 4.44 lakh/year)	No
GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET Fellowship	Candidates with valid national fellowship	As per awarding body norms	Managed independently
DST-INSPIRE Fellowship	As per DST norms	Rs. 31,000/month + Rs. 20,000/year research grant	Managed independently
Martyr's Scholarship	Wards of deceased soldiers/paramilitary	100% fee waiver	No (PhD programs excluded)

Scholarship/concession is explicitly not applicable for Ph.D. programs at Amity University.
Part-time PhD scholars are not eligible for any fellowship or financial aid from the university.
External fellowships, if held by the candidate, are managed independently by the respective awarding bodies.

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Amity Noida PhD Civil PT FAQs

Ques. What are the key research areas available under the PhD in Civil Engineering (Part Time) at Amity Noida?

Ans. The program covers research in structural engineering, transportation systems, water resources engineering, geotechnical engineering, and environmental engineering. Research topics focus on contemporary challenges in civil infrastructure, sustainable development, and smart construction technologies. The specific research topic is finalized in consultation with the assigned faculty guide based on the scholar's professional background and research interests.

Ques. The general Amity PhD eligibility mentions 55% in Master's, but the Civil Engineering PhD page says 60%. Which is correct?

Ans. The program-specific eligibility for Ph.D. (Civil Engineering) at Amity Noida requires a minimum of 60% in both B.Tech/B.E. (Civil Engineering) and M.Tech/M.E./M.S. (Civil/Structural/Infrastructural/Transportation Engineering). This is higher than the general Amity PhD eligibility of 55%. Candidates must meet the program-specific criteria as listed on the official course page.

Ques. I am a civil engineer working in a government PWD department. Can I apply for the Part Time PhD at Amity Noida?

Ans. Yes, government employees including those in PWD, CPWD, NHAI, and similar organizations are eligible to apply for the Part Time PhD. You will need to submit an NOC from your department head at the time of joining. Government employees often have access to field data and project sites that can serve as valuable research inputs for their doctoral work.

Ques. Is a GATE score in Civil Engineering (CE) sufficient for exemption from the Amity PhD Entrance Test?

Ans. Yes, a valid GATE score in Civil Engineering (CE) is accepted for exemption from the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET). Candidates with a valid GATE-CE score need to appear only for the FRC Interview. The GATE score must be within its validity period as mentioned in the certificate. Candidates should submit a scanned copy of the GATE certificate along with the application form or via email, not later than two days prior to their scheduled PET date.

Ques. What is the assessment process for the Part Time PhD in Civil Engineering at Amity?

Ans. Scholars are assessed through coursework (including Research Methodology, Research and Publication Ethics, and subject-specific courses), research progress reports, presentations to the supervisory committee, and a final doctoral dissertation. Scholars must defend their research proposal (pre-synopsis seminar) and the final thesis before a panel of experts. As per UGC norms, at least one research paper in a peer-reviewed journal is required before thesis submission.

Ques. Can I change my research topic after enrollment in the Part Time PhD in Civil Engineering?

Ans. Minor modifications to the research topic are generally permitted with the approval of the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) and the research guide, especially in the early stages of the program. Major changes to the research area may require re-approval from the doctoral committee. It is advisable to finalize the research topic and preliminary research idea carefully before applying, as the research proposal is evaluated during the selection interview.