Ph.D Programmes Details - Ph.D Programmes Admission Process

Ph.D Programmes at Indus University

Indus University looks forward to admit students passionate about research and aims to take the current concepts in their chosen fields a step further, utilizing the resources available at Indus University.

Ph.D is an opportunity and a conscious choice to contribute to the nation with creative development. It is a long method where the scholar examines the research area in-depth for the next few years under the supervision of a professional guide. Indus University has many faculty partners qualified to lead research projects in various locations.

Indus University has a routine practice for Ph.D aspirants to follow. Applications are invited for admission to the below mentioned disciplines.

Ph.D Programmes Details - Ph.D Programmes Admission Process

Applications are invited for the following displines

Computer Science Applications / Computer Engineering / Cyber Security / Civil Engineering / Electronics and Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Metallurgical Engineering

Chemistry / Life Sciences (Clinical Research and Healthcare, Microbiology) / Physics / Mathematics / English & Humanities / History & Social Works / Environment Science / Commerce

Human Resources Management / Organizational Governance / Marketing Management / Finance Management / Operations & Project Management / Retail Management / Business Strategy / Family Business Management / Tourism & Hospitality / Rural Sustainable Development

The minimum eligibility criteria for securing admission a Ph.D. program are as per UGC guideline. 

Ph.D Admission Process

Admission Process

Ph.D Programmes Aptitude Test

Indus University Research Aptitude Test (IURAT) Ph.D Programmes

Ph.D Application Form

Application form

Ph.D Research Topic - Ph.D Degree Courses

How to arrive at a research topic?

  1. Applicants fulfilling minimum eligibility criteria will be required to take the Indus University Research Aptitude Test (IURAT) and appear for a personal interview (PI).
  2. The Research Aptitude Test will comprise of two sections, one section on Research Methodology & Communication Skills and the other in the respective domain. The test paper will have computer-based multiple-choice type questions. The duration of the test will be of one hour and thirty minutes.
  3. During the Personal Interview (PI), the candidate will be required to make a presentation for about 10 to 15 minutes on the central theme of the proposed research, followed by an interview. The Doctoral Research Committee (DRC) will test the applicant's potential for carrying out research.
  4. Based on the academic / research / industrial record and the applicant's performance in IURAT & PI, the DRC will recommend name of suitable candidates to the Executive President (Vice-Chancellor) through Apex Research Committee (ARC)/Dean.
  5. Successful candidates will be informed of their selection through their email ID within two weeks from the date of IURAT & PI.
  6. Candidates who have qualified UGC/NET/ CSIR/ and M.Phil. will be exempted from the entrance exam.

Section – A

Research Methodology and Communication Skills (50 Marks)

  1. Research Methodology (40 Marks)

Research Methodology: An Introduction, Defining the Research Problem, Research Design, Sampling Design, Measurement and Scaling Techniques, Methods of Data Collection, Processing and Analysis of Data, Sampling Fundamentals, Methods of Analysis, Testing of Hypotheses, Data Interpretation and Report Writing.

  1. Communications Skills (10 Marks)

Section – B

Subject Specific Section (50 Marks)

Questions for this section will be related to the respective stream.

For Engineering Related Streams, the syllabus will be as per GATE / Graduate Degree- level engineering course.

The syllabus for Management / Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics will be as per UGC/NET.

Note:

The above-written MCQ based test shall have 50 % of the total weightage for the final selection to the program. This test shall be followed by the candidate's presentation of the research proposal and a comprehensive personal interview, assessing the candidate's suitability to undertake research. A candidate is required to make a brief presentation of about 10 to 15 minutes on their research interest domain.

The date of the IURAT test will be communicated to you.

Program Duration 

The minimum period of study and research shall not be less than 3 years for full-time and 4 years for part-time from the date of provisional registration of the candidate. However, in case of exceptional performance, the period can be reduced with the recommendations of the ARC and approval of the competent authority from the University.

Guidelines for Online Payment and Form Submission

Ph.D. Program: Application Fees Rs. 1500

Mode of online Payment:

Online payment mode through University Web Portal using the following link.
https://webfront.payu.in/webfront/#/payment/webfrontpage/indus-university/single/529

  1. All the applicants will download the application form and submit supporting testimonials and online payment receipts through the link
    https://forms.gle/uSht5p4nQkb3xdaj6.
  2. The same should be sent by India speed post only to, The OSD Research, Indus University, Indus Campus, Rancharda, Via Thaltej Shilaj Road Ahmedabad 382115.

Download pdf

Research is a systematic study of a subject least explored until one knows more about it. One undertakes research either to solve an ongoing issue, answer a question pending for long or out of a desire to add one's original thoughts to the existing ocean of knowledge. 

Once we know what research is about, we should ask an important question: How do we choose a research topic? After all, the success or failure of the study also depends on the selection of an issue. So, here are a few steps to guide you for selecting a suitable topic.

Skimming the literature:

The research asks for a lot of reading. Thus, to complete a Ph.D. within the stipulated time, it is essential to polish your reading skills. One of the best ways is to skim through the text relevant to your field. Skimming means quickly glancing at a text, article, journal or any other material to get a general idea about the themes discussed in it. It allows you to peep at the author's ideas and opinions on various topics, eventually giving you a foundation to build a through process. At this stage, do not use a filter. Keep browsing as much content as you can.

Scanning the resource:

Once you have gained a broad idea about the field you want to research, you can take a step further. Begin by reading books, which cover your area of interest and simultaneously jotting down important points. It will help you narrow down to a specific subject. Utilize nearby libraries, digital mediums or bookstores to get better clarity.

Once done with the reading, make a map of essential keywords marked by you. Check their usage and demand in your field at present and the estimate the scenario after three to five years. You can mix and match the keywords to explore all the possible methods. It will help you decide the topic you wish to research. At this stage, you will have a case to contemplate on, though not so perfect.

To ensure that the selected topic can be finalized, you will have to answer following questions:

  1. Is there enough data written and available on the topic you plan to research?
  2. Would you be able to complete your Ph.D. within time, or the topic is too vast to finish?
  3. Is there a scope for you to contribute to your field using this topic?
  4. Is the topic recent? If yes, it is possible that resources will not be available. Would you still like to go ahead?

  1. Applicants fulfilling minimum eligibility criteria will be required to take the Indus University Research Aptitude Test (IURAT) and appear for a personal interview (PI).
  2. The Research Aptitude Test will comprise of two sections, one section on Research Methodology & Communication Skills and the other in the respective domain. The test paper will have computer-based multiple-choice type questions. The duration of the test will be of one hour and thirty minutes.
  3. During the Personal Interview (PI), the candidate will be required to make a presentation for about 10 to 15 minutes on the central theme of the proposed research, followed by an interview. The Doctoral Research Committee (DRC) will test the applicant's potential for carrying out research.
  4. Based on the academic / research / industrial record and the applicant's performance in IURAT & PI, the DRC will recommend name of suitable candidates to the Executive President (Vice-Chancellor) through Apex Research Committee (ARC)/Dean.
  5. Successful candidates will be informed of their selection through their email ID within two weeks from the date of IURAT & PI.
  6. Candidates who have qualified UGC/NET/ CSIR/ and M.Phil. will be exempted from the entrance exam.

Section – A

Research Methodology and Communication Skills (50 Marks)

  1. Research Methodology (40 Marks)

Research Methodology: An Introduction, Defining the Research Problem, Research Design, Sampling Design, Measurement and Scaling Techniques, Methods of Data Collection, Processing and Analysis of Data, Sampling Fundamentals, Methods of Analysis, Testing of Hypotheses, Data Interpretation and Report Writing.

  1. Communications Skills (10 Marks)

Section – B

Subject Specific Section (50 Marks)

Questions for this section will be related to the respective stream.

For Engineering Related Streams, the syllabus will be as per GATE / Graduate Degree- level engineering course.

The syllabus for Management / Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics will be as per UGC/NET.

Note:

The above-written MCQ based test shall have 50 % of the total weightage for the final selection to the program. This test shall be followed by the candidate's presentation of the research proposal and a comprehensive personal interview, assessing the candidate's suitability to undertake research. A candidate is required to make a brief presentation of about 10 to 15 minutes on their research interest domain.

The date of the IURAT test will be communicated to you.

Program Duration 

The minimum period of study and research shall not be less than 3 years for full-time and 4 years for part-time from the date of provisional registration of the candidate. However, in case of exceptional performance, the period can be reduced with the recommendations of the ARC and approval of the competent authority from the University.

Guidelines for Online Payment and Form Submission

Ph.D. Program: Application Fees Rs. 1500

Mode of online Payment:

Online payment mode through University Web Portal using the following link.
https://webfront.payu.in/
webfront/#/payment/webfrontpage/
indus-university/single/529

  1. All the applicants will download the application form and submit supporting testimonials and online payment receipts through the link
    https://forms.gle/
    uSht5p4nQkb3xdaj6
    .
  2. The same should be sent by India speed post only to, The OSD Research, Indus University, Indus Campus, Rancharda, Via Thaltej Shilaj Road Ahmedabad 382115.

Download pdf

Research is a systematic study of a subject least explored until one knows more about it. One undertakes research either to solve an ongoing issue, answer a question pending for long or out of a desire to add one's original thoughts to the existing ocean of knowledge. 

Once we know what research is about, we should ask an important question: How do we choose a research topic? After all, the success or failure of the study also depends on the selection of an issue. So, here are a few steps to guide you for selecting a suitable topic.

Skimming the literature:

The research asks for a lot of reading. Thus, to complete a Ph.D. within the stipulated time, it is essential to polish your reading skills. One of the best ways is to skim through the text relevant to your field. Skimming means quickly glancing at a text, article, journal or any other material to get a general idea about the themes discussed in it. It allows you to peep at the author's ideas and opinions on various topics, eventually giving you a foundation to build a through process. At this stage, do not use a filter. Keep browsing as much content as you can.

Scanning the resource:

Once you have gained a broad idea about the field you want to research, you can take a step further. Begin by reading books, which cover your area of interest and simultaneously jotting down important points. It will help you narrow down to a specific subject. Utilize nearby libraries, digital mediums or bookstores to get better clarity.

Once done with the reading, make a map of essential keywords marked by you. Check their usage and demand in your field at present and the estimate the scenario after three to five years. You can mix and match the keywords to explore all the possible methods. It will help you decide the topic you wish to research. At this stage, you will have a case to contemplate on, though not so perfect.

To ensure that the selected topic can be finalized, you will have to answer following questions:

  1. Is there enough data written and available on the topic you plan to research?
  2. Would you be able to complete your Ph.D. within time, or the topic is too vast to finish?
  3. Is there a scope for you to contribute to your field using this topic?
  4. Is the topic recent? If yes, it is possible that resources will not be available. Would you still like to go ahead?