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VIT Chennai PhD Courses & Fees 2026: Admission Dates & Eligibility

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VIT Chennai PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2026

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 1L - 1.2L
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  • VITREE
    • Graduation score60%
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    Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for Ph.D at VIT Chennai?
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    Candidates must pass a master’s degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% aggregate or a CGPA 6.5 on a 10 point scale to apply for VIT Chennai PhD programme. Besides, aspirants must also qualify VITREE followed by a personal interview round for admission.

    Q:   How can I get admission in Ph.D at VIT Chennai?
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    VIT Chennai admission to PhD course is based on entrance-exam. The institute conducts VITREE for admission to PhD course. VITREE is a computer-based test of two hours conducted at the test venue opted by the candidate. Selected candidates are further called for a personal interview round. 

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    Ph.D. in Social Work

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D. in Geology

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D. in Business Administration in Management

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    Ph.D in Law

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    Ph.D. in English

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D in Chemistry

    3 years
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    Ph.D. in Fashion Technology

    3 years
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    Ph.D. in Physics

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D. in Mathematics

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D. in Sociology

    3 years
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    Ph.D in Psychology

    3 years
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    Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering

    3 years
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    ₹1.2 L

    Ph.D. in Civil Engineering

    3 years
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    Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

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    Ph.D. in Political Science

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    VIT Chennai PhD Fees 2026

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    Fee componentsAmount (for 30 months - 3 years)
    ₹ 1 L - 1.2 L
    ₹ 4.45 L
    ₹ 3 K
    ₹ 5.48 L - 5.68 L
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    VIT Chennai PhD Admission Dates 2026

    DatesUpcoming Events
    Apr '26
    		VITREE 2026 Admit CardTentative
    Apr '26
    		VITREE exam date 2026 (July Session)Tentative
    May '26
    		VITREE 2026 Last Date for Paying Tuition FeesTentative
    May '26
    		VITREE 2026 July Personal Interview RoundTentative
    May '26
    		VITREE 2026 July Session ResultsTentative
    DatesPast Events
    Jan '26
    		VITREE 2026 July Session Application Form Tentative
    20 Dec '25
    		VITREE 2026 result (January Session)

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    Vellore Institute of Technology Chennai is a private university. The university is known as VIT Chennai and is recognised by the UGC. It has been re-accredited by NAAC with an 'A+' grade. The university is a constituent university of VIT Group of Institutes. 

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