FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FAQS
How can I apply for PhD entrance test?

You can apply online after the notification for PhD admission is issued by the university through website. However notification in each discipline will depend on number of seats available for admission.

What is the fee for application form and entrance test and where it can be paid?

Fee for the PhD application form and entrance test is Rs. 3000/- (Non-refundable, it can be paid online or by cash).

What is the duration, mode & pattern of PhD entrance test?

The time duration for the test will be of 2.5 hours. It would be online proctored based examination. Test will comprise of two sections. The first section will include the general aptitude and the second section will be subject-specific. Paper I will comprise of 50 questions (Each carry 1 mark, 60 minutes) and Paper II will have 100 questions (Each carry 1 mark, 90 minutes)

What is the syllabus for the PhD entrance test?

The syllabus for the entrance test consists of 50% of General Aptitude and 50% shall be subject-specific. Syllabus for the PhD entrance test will be based on content defined by University Grants Commission for NET UGC subjects. For Engineering GATE/GPAT syllabus will be followed.

Is there any exemption for candidates for PhD entrance test?

Yes, only if the candidates fulfilling one of the following eligibility criteria are exempted from the entrance test having valid score of:

  • UGC/CSIR Exam/SLET/GATE/GPAT/NET
  • M. Phil candidates who have admitted through entrance test and completed M. Phil degree in regular mode.
Does qualifying in PhD entrance test ensure admission in PhD programme?

Qualifying in entrance test alone does not entitle the candidate for the admission to PhD programme. He or she has to also qualify the interview. The combined merit of entrance test and interview will constitute the final merit list of candidates eligible for admission to PhD programme. However, the candidate has to fulfil all other eligibility criteria and requirements for the admission as per university norms.

How long the PhD entrance test is valid?

The PhD entrance test is only valid for the notified advertisement of academic year 2021-22.

Can you provide complete fee structure of PhD Programme?

Write us on admissions.phd@mituniversity.edu.in for draft regulation, complete fee structure, test exempted categories, selection criteria and course work structure.

May I know the Pre PhD Course work will be run regular or part time?

One year PhD course work is mandatory at campus on weekends.

Address for sending the application form:

Office of the
Research and Consultancy Cell,
C/o Prof. Dr. Kishore Ravande,
Dean (R&C) & Principal MIT School of Engineering,
MIT ADT University Rajbaugh Campus,
Loni, Kalbhor, Pune-412201