» Ph.D in Engineering

LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT GSV

The PhD (Regular) Program aims to develop high quality researchers and domain experts to address emerging challenges in the transportation, and logistics sectors. Research will focus on design, development, optimization, and management of integrated transportation networks across railways, roadways, waterways, and airways, as well as the supporting logistics and supply chain system
The Ph.D. program in Engineering for Working Professionals offers a unique opportunity to undertake critical investigation of real life industry problems. It is designed for experienced professionals who want to pursue impactful research in transport specific areas.

Unique Features

◆ Niche Focus: India’s only university exclusively dedicated to transportation and logistics — your research addresses nationally critical challenges.
◆ Interdisciplinary Research: Engineering and Management streams collaborate across disciplines — from materials science to supply chain finance.
◆ Growing Relevance: India’s PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and massive investment in transportation and logistics sectors make this the ideal time for transport research.
◆ State-of-the-Art Facilities: Access to cutting-edge laboratories, advanced simulation tools, and modern infrastructure purpose-built to support high-impact transportation and logistics research.
◆ Distinguished Faculty: Learn and collaborate with eminent professors and industry experts who bring deep domain knowledge, guiding your research toward real-world relevance and academic excellence.
◆ Robust Research Support: From funding and mentorship to publications and industry partnerships, GSV equips every scholar with the institutional resources, expert guidance, and collaborative ecosystem needed to drive meaningful, high-impact research.

Admission process

ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility – Ph.D. in Engineering (Regular)
Master’s degree in Engineering / Science (M.Tech. / M.E. / M.Sc. (Engineering/Science) or MS) with minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI for General / GEN-EWS / OBC candidates (50% or 5.5/10 for SC / ST / PWD candidates). Such students are required to have at least 60% marks or 6.5/10 CPI or CGPA in bachelor’s degree for GEN/GEN-EWS/OBC (50% marks or at least 5.5/10 CGPA/CGPI for SC/ST/PWD).
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.Tech. / B.E. or B.Sc. (Engineering)) – 4-year programme with minimum 80% marks or 8.5/10 CGPA/CPI.
Mandatory for both categories (Ph.D. in Engineering / Management- Regular)
Candidates must have appeared in qualified national-level examinations such as GATE, CSIR-NET, UGC-NET, NBHM, PM Fellowship, CAT, GMAT, or equivalent exams. Scores obtained in these examinations in the years 2024, 2025, and 2026 will be considered as valid for the purpose of eligibility.

Eligibility – Ph.D. in Engineering (Working Professional)
Master’s degree in Engineering / Science (M.Tech. / M.E. / M.Sc. (Engineering/Science) or MS) with minimum 60% marks or 6.5/10 CGPA/CPI for General / GEN-EWS / OBC candidates (50% or 5.5/10 for SC / ST / PWD candidates), and Bachelor’s degree with the same thresholds.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.Tech. / B.E. or B.Sc. (Engineering)) – 4-year programme with minimum 80% marks or 8.5/10 CGPA/CPI.
Candidate must be a full-time employee with minimum two years of work experience, sponsored by the employing organisation.
The candidate is expected to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer in the prescribed format upon securing admission at GSV.

ENTRANCE

Stage 1: GSV Entrance Test.
Stage 2: Viva-voce (for candidates securing minimum 50% marks in the Entrance Test).
Final merit: Entrance Test (50%) + Viva-voce (50%).

FEE

Category	Annual Fee (Rs.)	First Semester Fee (Rs.)
Ph.D. in Engineering (Regular)	68,500	43,500
Ph.D. in Engineering (Working Professional)	63,500	38,500

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