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BITS Pilani PhD Admission 2024: Dates, Fees, Stipend, Entrance Exam

Pilani, Rajasthan
Deemed to be University

Ph.D


Course Fees

Course Duration

3 Years

Tuition Fees

25.95 K

1 Year Fees

65.13 K

Total Fees

1.84 Lakhs

Detailed Fees

general
semesterTuition FeesAdmission FeesOther FeesTotal Fees
semester 1₹ 25950₹ 10000₹ 3225₹ 39.17 K
semester 2₹ 25950--₹ 25.95 K
semester 3₹ 25950--₹ 25.95 K
semester 4₹ 25950--₹ 25.95 K
semester 5₹ 25950--₹ 25.95 K
semester 6₹ 25950-₹ 15000₹ 40.95 K

Course Information

Course Description

BITS Pilani PhD admission 2024 will start soon. For BITS PhD Admission is mainly based on the admission test and/ or a personal interview. Know more about BITS Pilani

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BITS Pilani PhD Admission 2024 Dates

Events Dates (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply June 30, 2024
Declaration of shortlisted candidates (on BITS admission website) July 7, 2024
Admission Test/Interview July 21 – 22, 2024
Result Notification July 27, 2024
Deadline for Fee Payment August 7, 2024

About BITS Pilani PhD

BITS offers PhD program on all three campuses of Goa, Pilani, and Hyderabad. It provides more than 10 specializations in Engineering, Sciences, and Management. BITS Pilani offers PhD program both in full-time and part-time mode. Full-time PhD at BITS Pilani is for regular students while part-time PhD is for working professionals. The total fees of the course is around INR 2.16 Lakhs for 3 years. The minimum and maximum duration of the BITS Ph.D program will be of 2 to 5 years. BITS Pilani provides a monthly stipend of INR 28,000 to INR 31,000 to its PhD scholars.

BITS Pilani PhD Eligibility Criteria

BITS follows a basic eligibility criteria process for admission to its Ph.D Program. Important points for the BITS Pilani Ph.D program for the academic session 2024-25 are mentioned below:

  • Candidates interested in the Engineering specializations of the Ph.D program must have an M.Tech/ME/ M.Pharm/MBA degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% marks. Their graduation degree in B.Tech/ B.E/ BBA should also have at least 60% marks.
  • Candidates interested in the Science specialization courses of the Ph.D program must have an M.Sc/ M.E/ M.Pharm or any other equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate mark of 60%. Their graduation degree in B.Sc/ B.E/ B.Pharm should also have at least 60% marks.
  • Candidates interested in the Humanities & Social Science specialization courses of the Ph.D program must have an M.A or any other equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate mark of 55%. Their graduation degree in B. A should also have at least 55% marks.
  • Candidates from reserved categories are also provided relaxation in minimum percentage marks as per government rule.

BITS Pilani PhD Admission 2024

BITS PhD program is based on a Written Examination and Interview conducted on-campus. According to the academic details submitted by the registered candidates, the Merit List is uploaded to the university website for the shortlisted candidates. The selected candidates have to sit for the entrance examination. And then the qualified candidates are called for the interview round. After all the process is complete, final merit list is released and the selected candidates are invited for their document verification to the campus. Candidates need to visit the campus as per their allotment timing and venue for the final admission process and fee payment.

Check more details on BITS Pilani Admission

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of BITS: https://www.bitsadmission.com.
  • Click on the Doctoral Programme Tab and click on ‘Click Here to Apply’ available on the screen.
  • Read all the instructions on how to apply and fill out the registration form.
  • Go to the new registration link.
  • Fill the details with authentic e-mail id and contact details.
  • Keep the login credential and move to the application process for filling out the application form.

BITS PhD Application Process

  • Candidates need to visit the official website of BITS: https://www.bitsadmission.com.
  • From the website, they have to download the application form by clicking on the ‘Application Tab’.
  • There one has to mention the choice of the department and the choice of BITS Campus.
  • Fill in all the required details related to personal information, and academic details, about the research proposal correctly as this will be considered for shortlisting the candidates for the further selection process.
  • Pay the application fees of INR 2600 through any online mode of payment of Net Banking/Debit Card/ Credit card.

Required Documents include:

  • 10th and 12th Marksheet and provisional certificate
  • Graduation Marksheet and provisional certificate
  • Masters Marksheet and Provisional certificate
  • Residence Proof
  • Date of Birth and ID Proof
  • Caste Certificate, if required

BITS Pilani PhD Entrance Exam 2024

BITS Pilani PhD entrance test consists of two parts i.e, Part A and Part B. The candidates with an M.Phil degree or having UGC/ CSIR/ DBT Fellowships are exempted from the test.

Part A is general and for all the candidates.

  • Consists of 30 multiple choice questions.
  • 1-hour duration.
  • A correct answer will be awarded 2 marks.
  • An incorrect answer will be awarded -0.5 marks.
  • Questions will be asked from Quantitative Reasoning & Analysis, General Aptitude, and Research Aptitude.

Test-I will comprise of the following components: 

Component Number of Questions Time (minutes)
Reading Comprehension (2 Passages)  5 Questions for each passage (10 questions in total) 20
Logical Reasoning 10 Questions 10
Analytical Reasoning 15 Questions 15
General Awareness 15 Questions 15

Test-II for candidates shortlisted in Humanities & Social Sciences will be discipline specific and subjective in nature.

  • It contains 70 multiple choice questions
  • A correct answer will be awarded 2 marks
  • An incorrect answer will be awarded -0.5 marks.

Check BITS Pilani PhD Entrance exam syllabus 

 BITS Pilani PhD Course Details

After the final selection of the candidates to their selection specializations, they are allotted their departments. The department will decide on some structure for the course as per the requirement of the student.

Candidates are required to follow the instructions provided by their guide professor who will supervise them to complete their research as soon as possible. They have to undergo two foundation courses, focusing on research methodologies and other subject-related concerns. For Example for the Department of Management, candidates need to choose two sub-areas from the following list as their foundation courses:

  • Marketing
  • Operations Management & Decision Sciences
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management
  • Strategy & Entrepreneurship
  • Information Technology & Technology Management.

In the same way, all the specializations have some courses for their Ph.D students.

BITS Pilani PhD Part-Time

BITS provides a Ph.D program through Part-time mode as well for a duration of 3- 6 years. This mode is beneficial for those who are working in some other organization and want to pursue their research. Some of the criteria for admission include:

  • Should have the minimum educational qualification, same as for the regular full-time students of BITS Ph.D Minimum 60% in Masters ( 55% for Social Science) and 60% in Graduation for Engineering and Science subjects.
  • Preferable work experience ( 1 year) will be related to some research field.
  • No Objection Certificate from the parent organization during document verification.
  • Additional to the qualification and work experience, a written test and interview will be conducted (same as for the regular students) as per the departmental selection process.

All the departments of BITS Ph.D do not invite Part-time students. It depends on the department’s preference, guide and faculty included. For the Academic year, 2024-25 Department of Biological Sciences and Department of Humanities & Social Science is not inviting Part- time Ph.D Program. There is no financial assistance for the Ph.D Part-Time Students.

Besides this, all the requirements and work structure is similar to a regular student and also decided by the department based on the background of the candidate and the research topic chosen. The Coursework is done on Campus. No Off-campus work is allowed. Total Fees for the first year of BITS Ph.D A part-time program is around 2 Lakhs per annum. Check BITS Pilani PhD (Part-time).

BITS Pilani PhD Duration

There is no fixed duration for the BITS Pilani PhD program. The course as it is research-oriented as it purely depends on the topic and requirement of the candidate and the process that he/she is following to complete it. But on average it is assumed that the courses will minimally the course will be of 3 years and maximally it will be of 5 years. And therefore the fee structures are also decided year-wise and not for the entire course duration as they vary from student to student.

BITS Pilani PhD Fees

BITS provides PhD courses on all three campuses of Hyderabad, Goa, and Pilani. The fee structure for all three campuses is mostly the same except for some detailing. The below table will provide all the First year fees-related details for both the Full Time and Part Time Ph.D Program of BITS.

Fees Details Ph.D Program ( At Pilani Campus)
Full Term Part Term
Admission Fees INR 48,100 INR 48,100
Semester Fees ( First Year= First Sem.+ Second Sem.+ Summer Term) INR 50,660 INR 1,01,320
Student’s Aid Fund INR 225 INR 225
Hostel Fees ( First Year= First Sem.+ Second Sem.+ Summer Term) INR 38,880
Ph.D Thesis Examination Fees INR 34,000 INR 34,000
Mess & Electricity Advance( First Year= First Sem.+ Second Sem.+ Summer Term) INR 25,000
Institute Caution Deposit INR 3000 INR 3000
Total Amount INR 1,99,865 INR 1,86,645

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BITS Pilani PhD Stipend

As mentioned above that the BITS PhD course is available in both the Full time and Part-Time mode. Candidates can choose as per their needs and requirement. Full-time Ph.D students are eligible to apply for the fellowship of INR 28,000 to INR 31,000 per month as per the intake qualification of the total number of candidates. Selection criteria are based on the institution’s norms. Every selected full-time student must undertake 8 to 10 hours of work per week as assigned by the Institution. This Stipend is provided as a Financial Assistance for the research work that a Ph.D student is performing for 3-5 years from the BITS campus.

BITS Pilani PhD FAQs

Ques. What are the modes of courses available for Ph.D courses at BITS?

Ans. BITS Ph.D courses are available for both full-time and part-time mode. Candidates can select their mode of education as per their needs and convenience. The duration of the courses can extend up to 5 to 6 years depending on the research topics and their requirements.

Ques. What is the scope provided by BITS for their Ph.D candidates?

Ans. After completing the Ph.D courses, BITS provides interesting opportunities for the students to work in different industries for Research & Development. Later they can work as researchers in a different department and also as supervisors in other Ph.D programs.

Ques. Is the entrance exam conducted for the BITS Ph.D program compulsory?

Ans. No, it is not compulsory. The candidates with an M.Phil degree or having UGC/ CSIR/ DBT Fellowships are exempted from the test. They will be shortlisted for the interview based on their academic profile. The entrance exam is conducted for shortlisting the candidates for the interview round. The entrance is not compulsory for the BITS Ph.D program.

Ques. How many questions are asked in the entrance test conducted for the BITS Ph.D program?

Ans. There are 100 questions in two Parts in the entrance test conducted for the BITS Ph.D program. The test is for 1 hour in Multiple Choice format. Candidates need to be careful while attempting the test because it carries negative marking for incorrect answers.

Ques. What is the average fee structure for the BITS PhD course?

Ans. The average fee structure for the BITS PhD course is around INR 2.16Lakhs. It includes the tuition fees of INR 21850 for each semester and admission fees of INR 48100 in the first semester. A total of six semesters are there but can be extended as per the need.


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Highest Placement₹ 60.8 Lakhs
Average Placement₹ 30.4 Lakhs
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BITS Pilani (Pilani Campus): 142 answered questions

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Tithi Aggrawal

22 Apr 23

BIMTECH is located in Greater Noida and is known for its disciplined campus life, which helps in the character-building and grooming of students. If you are looking for a reputed institute that offers quality education in management, BIMTECH can be an excellent choice. 

Here are some key features of BIMTECH that you might find useful in making an informed decision:

  • BIMTECH is one of the most reputed institutes in the field of management, and its brand value adds to the competencies of its students.
  • The campus is equipped with all the facilities and equipment that would help students to experience the corporate world and facilitate quality learning.
  • The PGDM core program offers specializations in HR, Finance, Marketing, and Operations, while the other specializations are PGDM- Insurance Business Management, International Business, and Retail Management.
  • BIMTECH has experienced faculties with more than 10 years of experience, and most of them reside in the campus itself, which provides an opportunity for students to connect with them.
  • The college ensures that the students are well-prepared to handle the industry world and add value to whichever organization they work in.
  • BIMTECH's Corporate Communications and Relations team (CCR) acts as a conduit to provide personalized assistance to students in building their resumes and attending mock interviews, which can help improve their skills and confidence.
  • Apart from the wide industry experience of the faculties, the college also facilitates various sports activities, including basketball, badminton, table tennis, and volleyball, which helps in the overall development of students.
  • The batch of 2020-22 had an impressive placement record, with students getting placed in top companies like Swiss Re, Infosys, Deloitte, SBI, and HDFC, among others.

In conclusion, BIMTECH is a well-respected institute that offers quality education and prepares its students to face the challenges of the industry world. Its disciplined campus life, experienced faculties, a wide range of specializations, and excellent placement record make it an excellent choice for those who aspire to pursue a career in management.

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Shruti Dasgupta

25 Feb 22

Yes, each year BITS Pilani increases their tuition fees. According to the official notice, for the students of the 2020-21 batch, the tuition fee will increase 9% each subsequent year, i.e. 2021-22, 2022-23, etc. The tuition fee will increase at this rate each year unless the Govt. announces any tax/levy, in which case all students will be notified regarding any change.

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Srinjini Roy

25 Feb 22

At BITS Pilani, study projects are an easy way to secure an ‘A’ in your elective. You can pick up a subject of your interest and do research on it for the rest of the semester. You will have to submit mid-term, end-term, and presentation on your project, based on which you will be graded. There are options to take lab-oriented projects and research-oriented projects. 

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Maulik Raichura

27 Feb 23

Comparing IIIT Hyderabad and BITS Pilani cannot be done in terms of with as both are reputed institutes. However, they can be compared on the basis of individual parameters.

For instance 

  • Campus: BITS
  • Placements: IIIT Hyderabad 
  • Coding: IIIT Hyderabad

Now it’s up to you to decide which factor will affect you the most. In my opinion choosing IIIT Hyderabad over BITS Pilani is a no-brainer as IIIT Delhi is the best when it comes to CSE. Its curriculum is designed exceptionally well. Apart from this, it fairs well in terms of modern technology, infrastructure, faculties, placements, and greater opportunities for higher studies and research. The only institutes that give IIIT Hyderabad an edge are IIT Bombay and IISc Bangalore. You are bound to gain a lot of fun experience and knowledge at IIIT Hyderabad and won’t regret joining it ever.

However, this definitely does not mean BITS Pilani is not any good. It’s just that the outcomes offered by both institutes are different. If you want to go for MBA or Government Services in the future, BITS Pilani is a good choice as it offers a wider range of opportunities in contrast to CSE at IIIT Hyderabad which is suitable only if you want to stay in this field till the end.

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Vidhu Agarwal

14 Mar 22

Once you get into BITS Pilani you will make many happy memories. Some of my friends are BITS Pilani. Most of them miss the campus and the people. The peoples are the best part of BITS Pilani. You will get to meet many skilled and talented individuals. This is a great learning and networking opportunity. 

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Anuj Gupta

30 May 22

BITS Pilani MBA fees for this academic year is INR 11.10 Lakhs. Here is the year-wise fee structure for the MBA program. 

First Year Fees  INR 5,61,575 (it includes admission fee of INR 48,100)
Second Year Fees INR 5,48,435 (this amount includes practice school fees)
Total Fees INR 11,10,010

The course fee is likely to increase upwards for the next academic year. The increase in fees won’t be more than 10% compared to the previous year's fees.

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Abanti Mukharjee

26 May 22

For an MBA degree, BIMTECH will be the best option among these. It has a clear focus on management education and also has the backing of Birla group. BIMTECH placements are pretty good for MBA. According to the recent placement drive, around 95.28% of students got placement offers and the average CTC received by the students was INR 8.07 LPA. 

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Sakthi Prashad

21 Mar 22

Yes, you can transfer from a dual degree to a B.E degree in BITS Pilani. The degree program offered by BITS Pilani is as follows.

  • BE only
  • MSc only
  • BE +MSc
  • BE+BE
  • MSc+MSc

After completing the first year, you can transfer from one of these programs to another. But the required CG is quite higher for transfer. Usually, it stays above 9.5. 

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Shayash Gupta

21 Mar 22

BITS, Pilani library has a huge collection of books. It stays open from 8 AM to 11 AM. You can take full advantage of the library. For your preparation, you will also get help from your seniors. 

BITS Pilani also offers training and special classes for CAT aspirants. Attending these classes can be a great help in your preparation. 

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