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SNU Noida PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2025
PhD is a minimum of three-year and a maximum of six-year course offered at the doctoral level. SNU Noida offers PhD in 16 specialisations through various schools. Some of the PhD specialisations are also offered in part-time mode. After completing graduation, candidates can apply for any of the PhD specialisations.
Find below the highlights related to PhD course:
| Particular | SNU Noida PhD Highlights 2024 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3-6 years |
| Specialisations | Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, etc. |
| Eligibility |
Master's degree in relevant subject |
| Selection criteria | UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ JEST/ written test + PI, (Application + PI for Management) |
Find below SNU Noida PhD eligibility and selection criteria
Selection criteria: UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ GATE/ JEST/ written test + PI, (Application + PI for Management)
Seat intake for Chemical Engineering: 6
| Specialisation | SNU Noida PhD Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Physics (Curriculum) |
Master's degree in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 60% aggregate (first class) or an equivalent grade point For candidates having a four-year BS/ BTech or an MTech degree in Engineering, the norm may be relaxed if he/ she can demonstrate sufficient mastery of the fundamentals through written tests, interview, etc |
| Economics (Curriculum) | Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% aggregate |
| English | Master's degree in English or allied discipline with at least 55% aggregate |
| History (Curriculum) |
Master's degree in the disciplines of History, Archaeology and Museum Studies with at least 55% aggregate Candidates who have completed MPhil can also apply |
| International Relations & Governance Studies | Master's degree |
| Sociology (Curriculum) |
Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent point MPhil with at least 55% aggregate or the equivalent grade |
| Chemical Engineering |
First division in ME/ MTech or equivalent master's degree in relevant discipline from a recognised technical institute or university Aspirants awaiting qualifying exam results can also apply |
| Civil Engineering | Master's degree |
| Computer Science & Engineering (Theoretical Computer Science, Data Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Modeling and Simulation, Security and Privacy, Wireless, Mobile Computing and Networking) (Curriculum) | ME/ MTech in CSE or equivalent in the relevant discipline from a recognised technical institute or university with 60% aggregate or 6.5 CGPA in qualifying degree |
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Commonly asked questions On Highlights
Check below SNU Noida PhD scholarship details:
- All full-time PhD students admitted to the course will receive a doctoral fellowship including 100% tuition fee waiver and 70% fee waiver.
- The students will receive a monthly stipend of INR 40,000 for first two years and INR 45,000 for third, fourth and fifth year subject to satisfactory performance. The assistantship is subject to satisfactory performance in the programme evaluated continuously and compliance with all university regulations.
- The student has to pass the PhD qualifying exam before the end of fourth semester.
Candidates need to complete a master's degree in relevant subjects to apply for SNU Noida PhD course. Check below eligibility criteria for some of the PhD specialisations:
Specialisation | SNU Noida PhD Eligibility |
|---|---|
Physics | Master's degree in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 60% aggregate (first class) or an equivalent grade point For candidates having a four-year BS/ BTech or an M.Tech degree in Engineering, the norm may be relaxed if he/ she can demonstrate sufficient mastery of the fundamentals through written tests, interview, etc. |
Economics | Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% aggregate |
English | Master's degree in English or allied discipline with at least 55% aggregate |
History | Master's degree in the disciplines of History, Archaeology and Museum Studies with at least 55% aggregate Candidates who have completed MPhil can also apply |
International Relations & Governance Studies | Master's degree |
Sociology | Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent point MPhil with at least 55% aggregate or the equivalent grade |
Management | Post-graduate in any discipline with at least 60% aggregate or an equivalent CGPA PGDMs recognised by competent authority as equivalent to master's degree Professional certifications considered equivalent to a master's degree Four-year UG programme (FYUP) with research |
The total tuition fee for SNU Noida PhD course ranges between INR 2.96 Lacs and INR 5.50 Lacs as per an unofficial source. Candidates need to pay the fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat. The university provides a deadline for fee submission. Aspirants paying the fee under the stipulated time will be offered admission. Apart from the course fee, aspirants need to pay a registration fee in the start to apply for the course. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 1,200.
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SNU Noida PhD 2025 FAQs
PhD is a minimum of three-year and a maximum of six-year course offered at the doctoral level. SNU Noida offers PhD in 16 specialisations through various schools. Check below some of the SNU Noida PhD specialisations:
| SNU Noida PhD Specialisations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Economics | English |
| History | International Relations & Governance Studies | Sociology |
| Management | Chemical Engineering | Civil Engineering |
Yes, SNU Noida offers part-time PhD in below-mentioned specialisations:
| SNU Noida PhD (Part-time) Specialisations | |
|---|---|
Computer Science Engineering | Electrical Engineering |
Life Science/ Bioinformatics | Mechanical Engineering |
Candidates can apply online for PhD courses. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 1,200. Find below the steps to apply for SNU Noida admission:
Step 1: Visit the official website.
Step 2: Click on 'Apply Now' and select PG admission from the drop-down on the home page.
Step 3: Register with basic details to generate login credentials.
Step 4: Login with the registered email-id and password to fill the application form.
Step 5: Upload the documents and pay the application fee.
Step 6: Submit and print the application form for future reference.
Step 7: Send the filled application form to the below address:
Shiv Nadar University
NH-91, Tehsil Dadri
District Gautam Buddha Nagar, UP 201314, India
Documents required at the time of application
- Passport-size coloured photograph
- Current CV
- All marksheet/ degree certificates from Class 10 onwards
- Statement of purpose
- Standarised examination certificate-CSIR NET, UGC NET, GATE
- Names and contact information of three referees (for Sociology)
- A research proposal (for Sociology)
- A writing sample (for Sociology)
- A reference letter (for Chemical Engineering only)
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Yes, SNU does accept JEE Main scores for admission to its BTech course. The accepted entrance exams for BTech is only JEE Main. Hence, students must prepare well for the JEE Main in advance. For other details, please visit the official website of the university and apply for admission to various cou
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Shiv Nadar University offers scholarships to students as financial assistance. Out of all the available scholarships, School Topper's Scholarship receiver (four-year undergraduate programme student) will get a 50% waiver on total tuition fees. The below-mentioned table reflects on the scholarships p
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Yes, you can apply for more than one course in the same counselling round by listing them in order of your preference. If you get a seat that's not your first choice, you can choose to wait for the next round for a better option. Just make sure to update your preferences before each round.
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To get admission in B.Tech at Shiv Nadar University, college students need to pass 12th with Physics, Chemistry, and Math, and get as a minimum 60–70% marks.
Admission is primarily based on JEE, SNUSAT, SAT, or ACT rankings.
Scholarships are given for excessive marks, JEE rank, sports activities, or l
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