2022

DOCTORAL AT
PROGRAMS
AMRITA VISHWA VIDYAPEETHAM
 Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a multi-disciplinary,
research-intensive, private university, educating a
vibrant student population of over 20,000 by 1700+
strong faculty. Amrita offers more than 200 UG, PG, and
Ph.D. programs in Engineering, Management, Medical &
Life Sciences, Arts & Humanities, and Social Sciences.
In a short span of 15 years, we have established 180+
collaborations with Top 500 world-ranked universities
as Amrita is emerging as one of the fastest growing
institutions of higher learning in India.

Amrita University unfailingly meets and even exceeds

the parameters that measure the delivery of excellence
in education. Most recently, NAAC - an autonomous
accreditation agency under the UGC - has granted
Amrita an A++ grade, the highest it can offer. Alongside,
in the NIRF rankings, Amrita has consistently found a
place among the top 10 universities in India. Every year.
For the last five years. Additionally, Amrita has also been
indexed high on various international ranking criteria.

Doctoral programs at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

ABOUT are designed to develop outstanding educational
researchers with a wide range of research skills as well
AMRITA VISHWA as in-depth knowledge and practical understanding
VIDYAPEETHAM and expertise in their chosen field of educational
research. Candidates seeking admission can enroll in
the campuses at Amritapuri, Bengaluru, Coimbatore,
Kochi, Mysuru and Chennai.

Eligible candidates shall be provided a variety of research

and teaching assistant scholarships. Amrita has a pool
of outstanding faculty with Doctorate from globally
known Institutions and Universities who continuously
engage in research with partners across the world
CONTENT

University Rankings 4

The Numbers 5

Doctoral Programs offered at Amrita 6

Research Thematic Areas in Engineering at Amrita 16

Eligibility Criteria 22
Types of Scholarships 26

International Collaborations 27

Fees 28

Advantage at Amrita 28

Contact Us 29
UNIVERSITY
RANKINGS

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THE
NUMBERS

100 + Patents Filed

60+ Centers of Excellence

16000 + Publications

200 + Collaborations

$100M + Funding

500 + Funded Scholarships

800 + PhD Faculties

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 AMRITAPURI CAMPUS

AMRITAPURI CAMPUS

Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
DOCTORAL Cyber Security Systems and Networks

PROGRAMS Earth Sciences

Wireless Networks & Applications
OFFERED AT Technologies for Neuroscience and Neural
AMRITA Engineering

Sciences
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics
Biotechnology
Microbiology
Bioinformatics
Biotechnology
Computational neuroscience

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 AMRITAPURI CAMPUS

Medical & Health Sciences

Ayurveda

Arts, Media & Commerce

Commerce and Management

Business & Management

Marketing
Finance
Operations
Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
General Management

Humanities & Social Sciences

Amrita Dharshanam : Philosophy/Spirituality
Social Work
Special Education
English Language and Literature

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development
Cognitive Sciences & Technology

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 BENGALURU CAMPUS

BENGALURU CAMPUS

Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
DOCTORAL Electronics and Communication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
PROGRAMS
OFFERED AT Sciences
AMRITA
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development

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 BENGALURU CAMPUS
Business & Management
Marketing
Finance
Operations
Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
Economics
General Management
Public Health and Healthcare Management
Sociology of Management

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 COIMBATORE CAMPUS

COIMBATORE CAMPUS

Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
DOCTORAL Chemical Engineering
PROGRAMS Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
OFFERED AT Civil Engineering
AMRITA Cyber Security
Computational Engineering & Networking
Materials Science and Engineering
(Multidisciplinary)

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development

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 COIMBATORE CAMPUS

C
Arts, Media & Commerce
Communication

Sciences
Mathematics
Chemistry
Physics
Environmental Science
A
Humanities & Social Sciences
Amrita Dharshanam : Philosophy/Spirituality
M
P
English Language and Literature
Social Work

Business & Management

U
Marketing
Operations
Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
Management Strategy
Information Technology

S
Economics
General Management

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 KOCHI CAMPUS

KOCHI CAMPUS

Business & Management

Marketing

DOCTORAL Finance
Operations
PROGRAMS Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
OFFERED AT Management Strategy
Information Technology
AMRITA Economics
Public Health

Humanities & Social Sciences

English Language and Literature
Amrita Dharshanam - Philosophy/Spirituality -
Cultural Studies
Hindi

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 KOCHI CAMPUS
AIMS Medical Campus, Kochi
Medical and Health Sciences
Nanomedicine
Molecular Medicine
Renewable Energy

Sciences
Mathematics
Computer Science and IT

Arts, Media & Commerce

Commerce and Management
Visual Media and Communication

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development

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 MYSURU CAMPUS

MYSURU CAMPUS

Management & Commerce

Finance
Taxation
Human Resource management
Marketing
Entrepreneurship

DOCTORAL Sciences
PROGRAMS Chemistry
OFFERED AT Computer Science
AMRITA
Humanities & Social Sciences
English and Languages

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development

Arts and Media

Visual Media and Communication

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 CHENNAI CAMPUS

CHENNAI CAMPUS
CHENNAI CAMPUS

Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Computer and Communication Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Cyber Security
DOCTORAL
PROGRAMS Sciences
OFFERED AT Mathematics
AMRITA Chemistry
Physics

Interdisciplinary Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainable Development

Humanities & Social Sciences

English Language and Literature
Amrita Dharshanam : Philosophy/Spirituality

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 Aerospace Technology
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Automotive Engineering
Big Data and Block Chain Technology
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Cognitive Sciences and Technology
Communication Engineering
Computer Engineering
Construction and Structural Engineering
Cyber Physical Systems and IoT
Cyber Security
Disaster and Water Management
RESEARCH Earth Sciences and Remote Sensing
THEMATIC Embedded Systems
AREAS IN Hardware Security
ENGINEERING
Materials Science and Metallurgical
AT AMRITA
Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Nanotechnology
Neuroengineering

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Ocean Engineering
Power Systems
Power electronics and Drives
Renewable Energy Technologies
Robotics and Automation
Signal and Image Processing
Smart Manufacturing
Smart Systems
Supply Chain and Logistics
Sustainable Development
Transportation Engineering
VLSI Design
Wireless Sensor networks
& Many more Interdisciplinary Research
Areas

If you cannot find the thematic area you are looking for here, please write to
phd@amrita.edu

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 RESEARCH AREAS IN ENGINEERING AMRITAPURI BENGALURU COIMBATORE CHENNAI

Aerospace Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Civil Engineering

Computational Engineering &

Networking (CEN)

Cognitive Sciences & Technology

Computer and Communication

Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering

(Artificial Intelligence)

Computer Science and Engineering

(Cyber Security)

Cyber Security

Cyber Security Systems and Networks

Earth Sciences

Electronics and Communication

Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering

(Multidisciplinary)

Mechanical Engineering

Wireless Networks & Applications

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SPECIALIZATIONS OFFERED IN MYSURU
AMRITAPURI BENGALURU COIMBATORE KOCHI (BY MANAGEMENT &
MANAGEMENT COMMERCE DEPT.)

Economics

Finance

General Management

Information Technology

Management Strategy

Marketing

Operations

Organizational Behavior and Human

Resources

Public Health

Public Health and Healthcare

Management

Sociology Management

Taxation

Human Resource management

Entrepreneurship

SPECIALIZATIONS OFFERED IN
AMRITAPURI BENGALURU COIMBATORE KOCHI MYSURU CHENNAI
SCIENCES

Pure Sciences

Physics

Chemistry

Mathematics

Applied Sciences

Biotechnology

Computational Neuroscience

Computer Science and IT

Computer Science

Environmental Science -
Centre For Sustainable Future

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 Research focus at the School of Biotechnology spans a wide spectrum of areas including
Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Wound Healing, Computational Neuroscience, Proteomics,
Microbiology, Neurophysiology, Phytochemistry, Analytical Chemistry & Venomics

SPECIALIZATIONS OFFERED IN
AMRITAPURI BENGALURU COIMBATORE KOCHI MYSURU CHENNAI
INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Interdisciplinary Studies

Sustainable Development

AMMACHI Labs- Cognitive

Sciences and Technology

HEALTH SCIENCES

KOCHI CAMPUS

D. M. in Cardiac Anesthesia D. M. in Paediatric Cardiology

D. M. in Cardiology D. M. in Pulmonary Medicine

D. M. in Endocrinology D. M. in Rheumatology

Ph. D. in Nanomedicine, Molecular Medicine and Renewable

D. M. in Gastroenterology
Energy Related Areas (Sciences)

D. M. in Medical Oncology Ph. D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

D. M. in Nephrology Ph. D. in Medical and Health Sciences

D. M. in Neurology Ph. D. in Dental Sciences

AMRITAPURI CAMPUS

Ayurvedic Medicine (open to faculty members of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham presently)

Candidates interested in PhD in Medical and Health Sciences at Kochi campus may write to
researchsecretary@aims.amrita.edu, pgphsr@aims.amrita.edu

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SPECIALIZATIONS OFFERED IN ARTS,
AMRITAPURI BENGALURU COIMBATORE KOCHI MYSURU
MEDIA AND COMMERCE

Commerce and Management

Communication

Visual Media and Communication

Management & Commerce

Visual Communication

SPECIALIZATIONS OFFERED IN
AMRITAPURI CHENNAI COIMBATORE KOCHI MYSURU
HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Amrita Dharshanam- Philosophy/

Spirituality

English Language and Literature Postponed

Social Work

AmritaCREATE- Special Education

Cultural Studies

Hindi

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 FULL TIME PHD
Applicants holding a Master’s degree are eligible to apply
for admission (CGPA above 6.5). Examples of Master’s
degree include: ME, M. Tech., M. Sc., MCA, M. Com., MFA,
MJMC, MSW, MBA, MS by Research and MPhil.

Having CSIR, UGC NET, GATE qualification, CAT, GRE

qualification is a plus.

For PhD in Engineering,

The preceding degree may be M. E., M. Tech., M. Phil.,
M. Sc. (B. E., B. Tech for Integrated PhD)

For PhD in Health Sciences

(Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Nanosciences),
The preceding degree may be M. E., M. Tech., M. Sc.,
MBBS + 2 yr. diploma, BAMS plus two year diploma,
MHA, M.Pharm, MDS, DNB, M.S. and M.D.

For PhD in Business,

The preceding degree may be Bachelor’s in
Engineering, Medicine, Law or other professional
qualification (60% marks). The candidate may also
have an MBA or PGDM from an AICTE recognized
institution.

For PhD in Humanities & Social Sciences,

ELIGIBILITY The preceding degree may be M. A., M. Com., M. F. A.
and M. S. W.
CRITERIA
For PhD in Pure Sciences,
The preceding degree may be in M. E., M. Tech., M.
Sc., M. Phil.

Ph. D. in Interdisciplinary Studies and

Sustainable Development
International and Indian students with Masters/
M.Tech/ MPhil from a wide range of academic
disciplines can apply, including:
Engineering (Computer Science and Engineering,
Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and
Communication Engineering, Chemical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Wireless
Sensor Networks & Applications)

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 Health Sciences (Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy &
Toxicology Dentistry)
Biotechnology, Microbiology, Geo Sciences
Pure Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Social Sciences
Business & Management

Ph. D. in Cognitive Sciences & Technology

International and Indian-citizen students from a wide
range of academic disciplines can apply, including:
ELIGIBILITY
Computer Science, Artificial intelligence and Machine
CRITERIA Learning
Electronics and Communication and Instrumentation
Engineering
Neuro Cognition, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering
Biomedical engineering, Brain and cognitive science

All applicants are expected to have strong academic records

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 PART TIME PHD
Applicants who have a full-time appointment
at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham or at another
academic/ R&D organization are eligible to apply for
part-time admission.

Other eligibility requirements of such applicants are

same as full time applicants.

Part Time students are permitted to proceed

at a slower pace in completing their doctoral
requirements.

Specialized part-time program

Currently offered in Sustainable Development and
Interdisciplinary Studies

Offered exclusively to Central Agencies and National

Research Institutes’ employees

For details visit

ELIGIBILITY https://amrita.edu/admissions/doctoral/
interdisciplinary-studies/
CRITERIA
INTEGRATED PHD
In order to encourage exceptional students in
Bachelor’s and Master’s programs at Amrita,
students are allowed to pursue Ph.D, and can be
considered for Integrated Ph.D. admission.

Completion of undergraduate degree is

mandatory for such applicants.

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DUAL DEGREE PHD
Applications for dual degree admissions are solicited
as and when opportunities for such admissions become
available at the International Partner Universities
(IPUs) like
SUNY Buffalo, USA
Politecnico di Milano, Italy
Vrije University, Amsterdam
TU Delft, Netherlands
University of New Mexico, USA

DURATION FOR THE PHD

Duration for the Ph.D. depends upon the student’s

qualifications at the time of admission and the category
of admission.

For full time students: three to six years

For part-time students: five to eight years

For integrated students: four to six years

For dual degree students: four to six years

ADMISSION PROCESS
Generally admissions to doctoral programs take place
twice a year
For important dates regarding admissions visit
www.amrita.edu/doctoral
Interested Candidates should apply online at
https://aoap.amrita.edu/phd-22/index/
Selection are currently based on online interview and
academic record
(entrance tests are not conducted presently due to the
pandemic situation)
International students can apply at
https://aoap.amrita.edu/international/index/

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 At Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Over
500+ Scholarships are Open Under

Chancellor’s Scholarship
Dean’s Fellowship
International Scholarships
Industry Sponsored Scholarships
Research and Teaching Assistant Scholarships

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

PhD Scholarship
(for Full-Time only)
From Rs. 18,000 to 40,000 per month stipend.
Additional support for research infrastructure,
facilities and publications.

Visvesvaraya Scholarship
Upto Rs. 43000 per month stipend alone. Additional
support for research infrastructure, facilities and
publications.

International Internships
TYPES OF Additional stipends during International internships
SCHOLARSHIPS at Partner universities in Europe, Australia, Asia and
US

Amrita E4LIFE International PhD

Fellowships
100 fully funded fellowships upto Rs 25 Lakhs for
International and Indian students joining full-time
PhD program under the various thematic areas of
Sustainable Development

Amrita provides scholarships specifically for international

students also

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INTERNATIONAL
COLLABORATIONS

Over the years, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has developed working relationship
with many of the best universities in the world

Amrita collaborates with many renowned foreign universities in many diverse fields of
knowledge like engineering, security, communication, medicine and social sciences

International Opportunities
Funded PhD opportunities with various institutions in Europe:
University of Trento, Italy – For All engineering, Sustainability, and Gender studies
Valencia Polytechnic University, Spain – For Industrial and Telecommunication
Engineering
Merging Voices Erasmus + (composed by four Portuguese Institutions: NOVA
University Lisbon (NOVA), Universidade do Porto (UP), Universidade de Trás-
os-Montes e Alto Douro (UTAD) and Universidade do Algarve (UAlg).) - For All
Engineering, Business Schools, Gender Studies
Opportunities for PhD scholars to visit international universities for working on joint
publications.
PhD student exchange programs with universities for international experience
Opportunity for double degree, joint degree and cotutelle degree with international
universities

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FEES

ASAS
Campus Amritapuri Bengaluru Coimbatore Mysuru Chennai
Kochi

Tuition Fee
(Per Annum) 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000
External Scholars

Tuition Fee
(Per Annum) 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000
Internal Scholars

ADVANTAGE AT
AMRITA

Ranked as the Best Private University in India

(NIRF Rankings 2021)
Wide Range of Research Areas to Choose from
Exchange Opportunities with 200+ International Academic
Institutions
Dual Ph.D. Programs with International Universities
Additional Support Provided for Research Infrastructure, Facilities,
and Publications
Scholarships are provided for conference registration, open access
journal submission etc

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 Visit our website for more details
www.amrita.edu/doctoral

For queries, please write to

phd@amrita.edu

Candidates interested in PhD in Health Sciences,

may write to
researchsecretary@aims.amrita.edu
pgphsr@aims.amrita.edu

Biotechnology
biotech@am.amrita.edu

For PhD in Ayurveda

pgadmissions@ay.amrita.edu

For candidates interested in Management (MBA)

asbphd_admission@cb.amrita.edu (Coimbatore Campus),
domphd_admissions@am.amrita.edu (Amritapuri Campus),
asbphd_admission@blr.amrita.edu (Bengaluru Campus),
domphd_admission@asb.kochi.amrita.edu (Kochi Campus)

CONTACT US
For PhD in Cognitive Sciences Technology
phdadmissions@ammachilabs.org

For PhD in Sustainable Development / Interdisciplinary Studies

ispgpoffice@amrita.edu

For PhD in Philosophy/Spirituality

amritadarshanam@am.amrita.edu

For Dual-Degree PhD

international@amrita.edu

For PhD in Social Work

Amritapuri : mswamritapuri@am.amrita.edu
Coimbatore : mswadmissions@cb.amrita.edu

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