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National Institute of Technology, Calicut PhD course is a three-year course that is offered in both full-time and part-time modes. The institute also offers a Direct PhD course in Engineering. National Institute of Technology, Calicut PhD admissions are entrance-based where candidates are required to appear for either the GATE, CSIR NET, UGC NET, JEST, NBHM and KSCSTE entrance exam, depending on the chosen course.
After the exam, the candidates are required to appear for the written test and interview round conducted by NIT Calicut in the admission process. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria tabulated below can apply for NIT, Calicut PhD admissions:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| PhD (common for all specialisations) |
Master's degree in the relevant stream with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ST/PWD category) or 6.0/ 10 CGPA (6.0/10 CGPA for SC/ST/PWD category) from a recognised university + Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ST/PWD category) or 6.0/ 10 CGPA (6.0/10 CGPA for SC/ST/PWD category) from a recognised university Direct admission: BE/ BTech or equivalent with 8.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale or 85% aggregate (8 CGPA or 80% aggregate for SC/ST/PWD candidates) |
GATE/CSIR NET/UGC NET/ JEST/ NBHM/ KSCSTE + Written Test + Interview (conducted by NITC) |
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NIT Calicut PhD Admission Dates 2024
Check the following table for the latest schedule around NIT Calicut PhD admission 2024:
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
Jul '25 | Ph.D. (Monsoon 2025) Admission and ReportingTentative |
2 Jun '25 - 10 Jun '25 | Ph.D. (Monsoon 2025) Selection process for shortlisted candidates (Offline Mode) (tentative) |
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NIT Calicut PhD FAQs
NIT Calicut offers 15 specialisations under the PhD course, including Computer Science & Engineering, Architecture & Planning, Management, Economics, English, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, and Biotechnology.
To apply for PhD admission at NIT Calicut, visit the official website of the institute and submit a duly filled application form online. However, it is mandatory for candidates to have met the basic eligibility, i.e. a master's degree in a relevant discipline and a valid score in the entrance exams accepted by the institute.
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