IIT Hyderabad
Interdisciplinary PhD Programs
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The Institute proposes beginning of an interdisciplinary PhD program from the CIP. In principle any two faculty from two different disciplines can propose a PhD project. The proposals will be screened by an expert committee constituted by the Center and eligible projects will be advertised for admission of interested PhD students.
CIP MTech toppers will have a provision to convert to PhD program under the Center for interdisciplinary Programs with MoE fellowship. 10 % of the total number of MTech students from all ID programs are also eligible to be converted to interdisciplinary PhDs as per existing rules.
The number of CIP PhD student with MoE fellowship will be restricted to a maximum of one per faculty and CIP PhD allocation will be supernumerary to the department allocations.
Start Date of Application: 22nd March 2023Duration: Five Years
Admission: The admission into this program is offered against specified research projects proposed jointly by the faculty members from two different departments (supervisors) based on an interview conducted by the ID PhD Admission Committee.
Eligibility
Project-wise eligibility are mentioned in the list of projects. Candidates are requested to verify the Essential and Desirable Qualification before opting the project. Candidates with B.Tech from IITs and IISERs ( and other CFTI) may apply without GATE Score.Application Fee
• All GEN/EWS/OBC : Rs.500/-• All SC/ST/PwD : Rs.250/-
• All Females : Rs.250/-
The Institute has formalized "Five" research areas as part of CIP PhD program
○ Artificial Intelligence, Computing, Communications & Networks
○ Bioengineering& Healthcare
○ Energy, Environment, Creative Design & Management
○ Novel Materials & Computational Techniques
○ Soft and Active Matters & Mechanics of Materials