PhD Admission 2026-27 Under Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme (Phase II) at NIT Silchar
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Silchar invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for admission to the PhD Program (Full-Time and Part-Time) for the Academic Year 2026 – 27. This prestigious admission is offered under the “Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics and IT: Phase II”, sponsored by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India.
Designation
PhD Research Scholar (Full-Time / Part-Time)
Research Area & Participating Departments
Admissions are open in the following departments with specific research specializations:
- Computer Science & Engineering: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Signal and Image Processing, Natural Language Processing, Communication Systems (Wireless, Optical, Networking), Security and Cryptography, Quantum Computing, Computer Vision, Optimisation, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Health Informatics, Distributed Computing, Blockchain, and Multimedia Technologies.
- Electrical Engineering: Control of Cyber-Physical systems, Biomedical Systems and control, Socio-Psychological Modelling, Computer Vision, Signal Processing, Intelligent Instrumentation, Semiconductor devices, Packaging, Wide Bandgap Devices, IGBT Modules, EV Charging, Solid-State Transformers, Low-Power DC-DC Converters, VLSI, Embedded Systems, Memory Design, Image Processing, IoT, Power management ICs.
- Electronics and Communication Engineering: Signal Processing, Analog/Digital Circuits, VLSI & MEMS, Semiconductor Devices & Modeling, Micro/Nanoelectronics, Nanotechnology & Biosensors, Solar Cells, Communication Systems (Wireless, Optical, Satellite, 5G/6G, UAV, RF MEMS), Antennas & Metamaterials, Information Theory, Energy Harvesting, Optimization, Machine Learning & Deep Learning, Perovskite Materials, Band Structure, RF Resonators.
- Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering: Energy storage & management (batteries, supercapacitors, solar PV, EVs), Healthcare automation & drug delivery systems, Nanosensors & flexible electronics, 5G and beyond communication, Signal & image processing, Blockchain technology, AI/ML/DL in renewable energy and biomedical engineering, VLSI & emerging memory technologies (materials, fabrication, characterization).
Location
Silchar, Assam, India
Eligibility/Qualification
Candidates seeking admission to the PhD program in Engineering Departments must satisfy at least one of the following criteria:
- M.E./M.Tech. or equivalent: Must be in an appropriate area with a minimum CGPA/CPI of 6.5 on a 10-point scale (or 60% marks). For SC/ST candidates, a minimum CGPA/CPI of 6.0 on a 10-point scale (or 55% marks) is required.
- B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent: Must have an excellent academic record with a CGPA/CPI of at least 8.0 on a 10-point scale (or 75% marks). For graduates from IITs/NITs, the minimum CGPA/CPI requirement is 7.0 on a 10-point scale. For SC/ST candidates, there is a relaxation of 0.5 CGPA/CPI or 5% marks.
Job Description & Scheme Benefits
Selected candidates will work on research problems having direct relevance to the industry. The fellowship benefits under the scheme are structured as follows:
For Full-Time Candidates:
- Monthly Fellowship: Rs. 46,250/- for the first two years and Rs. 52,500/- for the remaining three years (support up to 5 years).
- Reimbursement of Rent (ROR): Provided as per funding agency norms if on-campus accommodation is not provided by the Institute.
- Annual Contingency Grant: Up to Rs. 1,20,000/- per year.
- Conference Support: Financial support for attending international conferences.
For Part-Time Candidates:
- One-time Incentive: A scholarship amount of Rs. 3.00 Lakh after successful completion of the PhD degree, subject to the submission of necessary documents as per the SOP.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by completing the following steps:
- Fill out the official Google Form available on the NIT Silchar announcement page.
- Upload a single, merged PDF file containing:
- An updated biodata.
- Scanned copy of the duly filled-in application form.
- Self-attested copies of all relevant educational certificates and mark sheets.
- Candidates must bring all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies (including GATE/NET scorecard, Proof of DOB, Community Certificate, and NOC from current employer, if applicable) at the time of the written test/interview.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline for submitting the online application is 20-10-2026.
Apply Link
For detailed instructions, application forms, and access to the Google Form, please visit the official NIT Silchar announcement page: