Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Ph.D.

Electrical & Electronics Engineering


Offered at: Pilani, Hyderabad, Goa, Dubai

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The Ph.D. in Electrical & Electronics Engineering at BITS Pilani is a more rigorous research experience in topics that include microelectronics & VLSI design, embedded systems, power electronics and drives, instrumentation and control and communication systems & signal processing. Ph.D. students have the opportunity to work with world-renowned faculty and have access to cutting-edge laboratories while conducting original research towards the design of solutions to real-world engineering problems. The Ph.D. programme emphasises depth of scholarship, innovation and quality of publication, therefore preparing Ph.D. graduates for future career opportunities in academia, industry, R&D, regulatory agencies and global engineering company practices. The Ph.D. programme offers a flexible format (full-time and part-time) with extensive support from the institution, aiming to shape thought leaders who will provide leadership in a fast-paced technological world.


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Students offered an Institute fellowship will receive ₹37,000 per month. The fellowship may be enhanced to ₹40,000 or ₹42,000 after two years, based on performance.

Institute Fellows will also receive a contingency amount of ₹20,000 per year. Students admitted through Sponsored Projects will receive fellowship support in accordance with the funding agency guidelines.

Key Research Milestones

Core Research Areas Driving Innovation in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

The Department offers a full time Ph.D. programme in the following thrust areas of its research.

Microelectronics And Vlsi Design

Embedded Systems

Power Systems And Power Electronics

Instrumentation And Control

Communication Systems & Signal Processin

Ph.D. Admission and Support Information

Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:


  • M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm./MBA/M.Phil. (or equivalent) with minimum 60% aggregate.
  • M.Sc./B.E./B.Pharm. (or equivalent) with minimum 60% aggregate.
  • M.A. degree holders with minimum 55% aggregate may apply.
  • Minimum one year of relevant work experience is mandatory.

Additional Notes

  • Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee admission.
  • Departments may set additional shortlisting criteria—candidates must check departmental webpages for details.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test and/or interview, as recommended by the Department Research Committee (DRC).
  • Coursework requirements:
    • First Degree holders (M.Sc., B.E., B.Pharm., etc.): Minimum 6 courses / 24 units in the first two semesters.
    • Higher Degree holders (M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm./MBA/M.Phil., etc.): Minimum 2 courses / 6 units in the first semester.
  • Admission is provisional and confirmed after clearing the qualifying exam and/or approval of the PhD proposal by the DRC.

  • All full-time PhD students admitted to the PhD program will receive a fellowship for up to a maximum of five years.
  • The fellowship could be from the Institute or the Sponsored Projects. PhD students may also be eligible for their own fellowship if qualified through the UGC/CSIR NET.
  • Students offered an Institute fellowship will receive ₹37,000 per month. The fellowship may be enhanced to ₹40,000/- or ₹42,000/- after two years, based on performance. Institute Fellows will also receive a contingency amount of ₹20,000/- per year.
  • Students offered admission through Sponsored Projects would receive the fellowship in accordance with the funding agency guidelines.
  • BITS Pilani provides International Travel Support of up to ₹1.5 lakh to full-time PhD students to present their work in an international conference

Application Process

  1. The online admission portal opens on 26 September 2025.
  2. Eligible candidates must apply through the official application form available at the provided admission website. No hard copy needs to be sent.
  3. Applicants must register online using a valid mobile number and email ID to generate login credentials.
  4. Candidates must select their preferred BITS Pilani campus(es) while filling the form.
    1. Preferences must be chosen carefully.
    2. They cannot be changed after submission.
  5. The completed application form and the prescribed application fee must be submitted online before the deadline.
  1. Last date to submit the application form: 17 November 2025, 5:00 PM.
  2. A non-refundable application fee of ₹2600 is payable at submission.
  3. Only one application is allowed.
    1. An edit option will be available until the deadline for correcting any mistakes.
  4. The final admission decision will be made by the Institute’s Admission Committee, and the decision will be binding on all applicants.

To learn more about the Ph.D admissions process at BITS Pilani, please visit the website https://www.bitsadmission.com

Guiding Research-Driven Scholars in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

A Amalin Prince


Professor,
Department of EEE

Akshay Madan


Assistant Professor

Anita Bhagirathji Agrawal


Associate Professor

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We Answered.

BITS Pilani offers the programme Ph.D in EEE which lets students work in fields like microelectronics, power, communications and control, supported by strong mentorship from the faculty.

The programme begins with departmental coursework, followed by qualifying exams, project proposal defence and extensive supervised research culminating in a doctoral thesis.

Yes! Fellowships are available for full-time Ph.D. scholars at BITS Pilani. Institute Fellows earn ₹37,000 per month, with a potential rise to ₹40,000-₹42,000 after two years and ₹20,000 per year as contingency. Sponsored project funding follows agency rules.

Applicants must apply via the BITS Admission Ph.D portal in the announced cycle. The portal publishes application deadlines, written test/interview schedules and campus allocations.

Shortlisted candidates usually take a written test on chemistry fundamentals and research aptitude, unless exempted. Successful candidates are then invited for an interview to assess subject knowledge and research potential.

BITS Pilani offers research in EEE across various areas, including microelectronics & VLSI, embedded systems, power electronics, communication, signal processing, instrumentation, control and a few related interdisciplinary topics.

Yes. BITS Pilani allows an option of part-time Ph.D enrolment for working professionals in research-supportive environments in case the department approves and the necessary research facilities are available.

To apply, you need at least 60% in M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc or B.E or any equivalent degree. Those holding CSIR-JRF are generally exempted from the written test.

Graduates build careers in academia, research centres, telecom, power and high-tech industries. BITS Pilani’s strong reputation, industry collaborations and placements give them added visibility and numerous career opportunities.

The BITS Pilani colleges in Pilani, Goa and Hyderabad offer the Ph.D in Electrical & Electronics Engineering programme.

Campus
Goa
Hyderabad
Pilani
Dubai
Program Type
PhD
Content Type
Courses
Degree
Doctoral Degree
Departments
Electrical & Electronics

Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Driving the Future of EEE Innovation

The EEE Department was formed by merging the then-existing Electrical Engineering and Electronics Engineering departments in 1969-70. It started the Instrumentation programme in 1973, which evolved into the present Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering in 1998-99. In the year 2021, the Electronics and Communication Engineering was started in the department. The EEE department offers interdisciplinary courses and projects to provide cross-cutting knowledge to the students to pursue their interests.


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Our Vision
and Mission

Vision:
To be the foremost global leader in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, advancing education, research and innovation through strategic industrial partnerships that cultivate visionary leaders and drive technological and sustainable progress.

Mission:
To deliver quality education by emphasising a strong foundation, nurturing creativity and integrating modern Information and Communication Technology tools, to enhance research activities in key focus areas of the Department, driving innovation and discovery. To build robust partnerships with industries and academia, fostering collaboration and mutual growth. To support and promote entrepreneurial initiatives, facilitating technology development and commercialisation.

Programmes Offered

Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering Edge

  • The department provides cross-cutting, interdisciplinary courses and projects to work
    across the fields of electrical, electronics, communication, instrumentation and emerging technology.
  • Students will engage in co-produced partnerships with leading industries and academic
    institutions to support research, innovation and entrepreneurship.
  • Students get access to world-class faculty who have an outstanding research
    reputation (high h-indices and a breadth of research interests).
  • Tailored mentoring and flexible pathways to help students carve
    a unique career trajectory aligned to their passions.

Research

The Department of Electrical & Electronics/Instrumentation carries out research in areas such as Microelectronics and VLSI Design, Embedded systems, Power electronics and drives.

R&D Center

  • Centre for Research on Educational Innovation & Institutional Development
  • Centre for Material Science & Technology
  • Other Specialised Laboratories
  • Embedded Controller Application Centre

Research-based Consultancy

Rendering Software Consultancy Services for 5G Cellular OTA Scanner to Hughes’ office in Gurgaon

Scholars Shaping Tomorrow’s Electrical
Engineering Landscape

JEEVAN KITTUR

Ph.D. Supervisor - Dr. Meetha .V. Shenoy,

Ph.D. Status - Ongoing

ANITA OMPRAKASH KHICHAR

Ph.D. Supervisor - Dr. Arnab Hazra,

Ph.D. Status - Ongoing

JYOTI NAUTIYAL

Co. Supervisor - Dr. Meetha .V. Shenoy,

Ph.D. Status - Ongoing

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