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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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    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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    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

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    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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