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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
| Institute | Funding Route | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| NIFTEM (Sonipat, Haryana) | CSIR/UGC/ICAR/DST fellowships | Specialized in food tech & entrepreneurship. |
| PAU Ludhiana (Punjab Agricultural University) | ICAR JRF/SRF | Strong in food processing & dairy. |
| BHU Varanasi | UGC/CSIR JRF | Central university with food Science research. |
| Central University of Punjab (Bathinda) | UGC/CSIR/DST fellowships | Active in food Science & nutrition. |
| Pondicherry University | UGC/CSIR/DST fellowships | Offers Food Science & Tech PhD. |
| NDRI Karnal | ICAR JRF/SRF | Dairy & food processing focus. |
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, if you are NET qualified, you are eligible for several scholarships and fellowships during your PhD. These are among the most recognised and financially supportive options in India:
Scholarships/Fellowships for NET Qualified PhD Students
1. UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
- Awarded to candidates who qualify NET with JRF.
- Stipend:
- ₹31,000/month (first 2 years).
- ₹35,000/month (next 3 years, as SRF).
- Duration: 5 years (2 years JRF + 3 years SRF).
- Additional: Contingency grant, HRA, and departmental assistance.
2. CSIR JRF (for Science subjects)
- For NET‑JRF qualified candidates in Science streams.
- Stipend: Same as UGC JRF (₹31k
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
| Discipline | Duration | Affiliation | Key Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD in Computer Engineering | 6 years | SPPU | Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity |
| PhD in Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | 6 years | SPPU | Communication Systems, VLSI, Embedded Systems, Signal Processing |
| PhD in Mechanical Engineering | 6 years | SPPU | Design Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Manufacturing, Robotics |
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
| University | Global Ranking (THE/QS/ARWU) | Strengths | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karolinska Institute | THE: 49, ARWU: 43 | Medicine, Public Health, Life Sciences | Home of Nobel Prize in Medicine. |
| KTH Royal Institute of Technology | QS: 74, THE: =95 | Engineering, Computer Science, AI | Strong industry collaboration. |
| Lund University | QS: 75, THE: =95 | Humanities, Medicine, Sustainability | One of Europe's the oldest universities. |
| Uppsala University | QS: 103, ARWU: 88 | Natural Sciences, Humanities | Founded in 1477, historic reputation. |
| Stockholm University | QS: 128, ARWU: 101–150 | Environmental Science, Social Sciences | Strong interdisciplinary research. |
| Chalmers University of Technology | QS: 139 | Engineering, Technology, Innovation | Industry-focused research. |
| University of Gothenburg | QS: 194 | Arts, Social Sciences, Medicine | Large multidisciplinary programs. |
| Linköping University | QS: 304 | Technology, Applied Sciences | Known for interdisciplinary PhDs. |
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a GPA of 4.0 means that it is near perfect for Cornell University as an Indian student. It already puts students in the top-tier category of applicants academically. Although for Ivy Leagues like Cornell, Indian students need more than just good grades to get in.
Please note that admissions are highly competitive with acceptance rates dropping as low as 10% (unofficial source).
Look at the other requirements given below -
- Research experience
- Strong letters of recommendation
- A really good research statement
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2 months ago
Contributor-Level 10
Yes, Indian students who go for Cornell University PhD courses are paid via teaching assistantships and fellowships.
The 12-month stipend for the same can go as high as USD 60.7K (INR 57.2L) for the Cornell Tech grads.
Given below are the roles and its respective stipend, take a look -
| Appointment Type | 12-Month Stipend |
|---|---|
| TA (Teaching Assistant) | $60,719 |
| GA (Graduate Assistant) | $60,719 |
| RA (Research Assistant) | $60,719 |
| GRA (Graduate Research Assistant) | $60,719 |
| University Fellowship | $60,719 |
(USD 1 = INR 94.29)
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, the PhD courses at Cornell are fully funded for the majority (99%) of the students and that is done through the competitive internal and external fellowships, as well as the teaching assistantships.
This university also offers a competitive stipend which may go as high as USD 47.5K (INR 44.7L) for 12 months.
This is what fully funded packages include -
- Tuition fees
- Health insurance
- Living allowance
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2 months agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates wishing to take admission in the PhD progarmme at IIM Jammu should have completed a Master's & Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% aggregate OR Professional qualification (CA, ICWA, CS) or BTech/BE with at least 50% aggregate OR Integrated Master's degree programme in any discipline with 60% aggregate. Age should be less than 40 years
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2 months agoContributor-Level 7
For Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, the Ph.D. seats aren't released as one fixed total like B.Tech.
Seats vary department-wise and intake-wise (2019–20 also) based on:
Available research supervisors
Ongoing projects/funding
Specific specialisations
So instead of a single “vacant seats” number, they publish department-wise availability in the admission brochure/notification for each cycle.
In short — there wasn't one overall vacancy figure; it changed by department and round 👍
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