PhD

Admissions International - PhD

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  • (I) 2 to 3 page write-up about the proposed research work clearly indicating the problem to be studied, prevailing research going on around the world in that area, gaps identified in the current research work, scope of your proposed work and references. This write up is required for the department to assess your suitability for the research program.
  • (II) Power Point Presentation (PPT) not exceeding 15 slides, on the proposed research work outlining the points mentioned in (I) above
  • The write-up and the PPT will be assessed by the Research Coordination Committee (RCC) of the concerned department. The RCC, may call for a video/tele conference to assess the candidate’s technical knowledge, communication skills and research capacity.
  •  Online Examination will be conducted by the committee as a part of assessment. The RCC will identify a supervisor to guide the candidate on his / her research work and based on its recommendation, the Office of International Relations (OIR) will issue the Provisional Admission Letter (PAL), which is not valid for Visa purpose.
  • The tuition and other applicable fees mentioned in the Provisional Admission Letter have to be paid within 10 days from the date of PAL.
  • On receipt of credit advice from our bankers, OIR will issue the Confirmed Admission Letter (CAL) which is valid for visa purposes. Students should specifically apply for the “Research Visa”.
  • On arrival at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University) the candidate must report to the concerned Head of Department for further instructions.
  • The candidate has to appear before the Doctoral Committee (DC) which will be constituted by the university from a panel of experts suggested by the supervisor, within a month of the candidate reporting to the department.
  • Based on presentation before the DC, it will recommend appropriate course work to be undertaken.
  • For further information please refer to the university’s PhD regulations
Ph D Regulations
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Eligbility

Two years of Master’s degree or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 7-point scale (or an equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed) or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country for the purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions.

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Stipend

All full time PhD scholars who are selected for provisional registration during the admission year 2021 onwards will be paid Rs. 25,000/- per month for a maximum period of 3 years.

The eligibility for availing stipend every year, subsequent to the provisional registration, will be based on the progress made in research during the previous year, as part of PhD.

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Programs Offered

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CampusDegreeBranch With SpecializationDuration (Years)Annual Fees in USDAnnual tuition fee in USD after 50% scholarship**
KTRPh DAll disciplines3 years1000500

** Scholarships
Economic Scholarship of 50% is applicable for Africa, Asia and SAARC only.

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Visa Requirement

Foreigners entering India on a Student, Employment, Research or Missionary Visa valid for more than 180 days are required to register with the Foreigners Registration Officer under whose jurisdiction they propose to stay. This should be done within 14 days of arrival in India, irrespective of their actual period of stay.

Foreigners visiting India on any other category of long-term VISA valid for more than 180 days are not required to register themselves if their actual stay does not exceed 180 days on each visit. If such a foreigner intends to stay in India for more than 180 days during a particular visit, he/ she should get registered within 180 days of arrival in India.

Pakistan nationals are required to register within 24 hours of their arrival in India. Afghanistan nationals are required to register within 7 days of their arrival in India.

Financial penalty regarding overstay and visa violations:

Duration of Overstay

Financial Penalty (INR)

1 - 15 days

Nil

16 - 30 days

10,000

31 - 90 days

20,000

Above 90 days

50,000

Financial Penalty for Non-Registration

Duration of non-Registration Period

Financial Penalty (INR)

01 - 15 days

500

16 - 30 days

5,000

31 - 90 days

10,000

Above 90 days

20,000

Financial penalty in cases of (a) Tibetans, (b) Buddhist monks from Mongolia & (c) categories of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Afghanistan nationals, who are eligible for grant of Long Term Visa (LTV) for regularization of overstay and/ non-registration.

Duration of Overstay and/ or non-registration period

Financial Penalty (INR)

01 - 90 days

25

91 - 02 years

50

More than 2 years

100

The foreign students coming to study at SRM Institute of Science and Technology should come with Student/Research visa. Student visa endorsement stating”to undergo exchange program” is required if they are coming for exchange program.

Registration facilities are not provided at the airport. Registration is done at the offices of the Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRRO) / the Chief Immigration Officer (CHIO) or the Superintendents of Police of the Districts.

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Immigration | International Relations
2nd Floor Central library building (West wing), 
Office of International Relations, 
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University),
Kattankulathur – 603 203, Chennai (Madras), India.
Tel: +91-44- 27456701 / 27417252
Mobile: +91-9003177786
Mail: immigration.ir@srmist.edu.in

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  • Assistance with Hostel and Facility Bookings
  • For foreign nationals and OCI card holders, the student service section will handle the registration for residential proof (Form C) within the campus.
  • Transportation (cab booking) arrangement facility will be provided from Chennai Airport to SRM Campus and vice versa upon prior request. (Charges applicable).
  • The complete information about academics and campus life will be addressed
  • Issuance of various letters and certificates, including Visa letters, Bonafide certificates, and Aadhar applications

 

The Student Services | International Relations
2nd Floor Central Library Building (West wing), 
Office of International Relations, 
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University),
Kattankulathur – 603 203, Chennai (Madras), India.
Tel: +91-44- 2741 7265
Mobile: +91-9003177786
Mail: ir.student.services@srmist.edu.in | ir.student.helpdesk@srmist.edu.in

This is to inform all the students who got admission to SRM Institute of Science and Technology, to keep any health insurance/family health insurance of their own to meet any medical emergency.

For any policy assistance:

   Link: https://www.policybazaar.com

Further Clarifications:

Mail ID: ir.student.services@srmist.edu.in |  ir.student.helpdesk@srmist.edu.in

         Phone:  044 2741 7265

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The Student Services | International Relations
2nd Floor Central Library Building (West wing), 
Office of International Relations, 
SRM Institute of Science and Technology (formerly known as SRM University),
Kattankulathur – 603 203, Chennai (Madras), India.
Tel: +91-44- 2741 7265
Mobile: +91-9003177786
Mail: ir.student.services@srmist.edu.in

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Girls Hostel Booking 2025- 26

Room Type & SharingHostel NameFees for whole year
Ac with attached washroom – 2 SharingKopperundevi (M Block)2,65,000/-
Non-Ac with attached washroom – 2 Sharing1,60,000/-
Non-Ac with attached washroom 2 sharing ESQ A1,53,000/-
Non-Ac with attached washroom 3 sharing1,43,000/-
Ac with attached washroom – 3 SharingMeenakshi 2,28,000/-
Non-Ac with attached washroom – 3 Sharing1,48,000/-
Laundry Fees Rs.8500/- (Optional)

Boys Hostel Booking 2025 - 26

Room Type & SharingHostel NameFees for per annum
Ac with attached washroom – 3 Sharing Nelson Mandela & Aadhiyaman2,28,000 INR
Green Pearl – B3500USD (Off Campus)
NRI Premium4100USD
Non-Ac , Non-attached washroom – 2 SharingThamarai Block1,35,000 INR
Laundry Fees Rs.7500/- (Optional)
  1. Fees includes
    • Food
    • Accommodation
    • Amenities
    • Electric Charges: (Additional electric gadget usage will be subject to EB charges.)
  2. If you choose AC room and attached washroom, three people will share the room.
  3. For each student -> a cot, a cupboard and a chair & study table will be provided.  
  4. Non-Ac twin sharing and common washroom, other amenities the same as the AC room.
  5. The campus will have gender wise GYM for students to use.
  6. There are three banks on campus and more than five ATMs
  7. A food court and multiple shops are available in addition to the University canteen
  8. For hostels located off campus, we provide shuttle services between the hostel and the university (to and fro).
  9. The payment period for the hostel is always from June to March (if you joined in the middle, you are not eligible for any discounts, you are not encouraged to extend your stay, and you are required to make separate payments for your stay irrespective of all course).
  10. Hostel Payment Refund Policy

The hostel payment is non-refundable under all circumstances, except when the student is quitting the University. Specific conditions apply to qualify for this exception.

Conditions for Refund:

Official Withdrawal: The student must formally withdraw from the University, following the official withdrawal procedures.

Notice Period:

A written notice must be submitted to the administration within a specified time frame prior to the student’s departure.

Approval:

The refund request must be approved by the relevant administrative authorities.

No Outstanding Dues:

The student must have no outstanding dues or penalties owed to the hostel or University.

Documentation:

The student must provide all necessary documentation supporting their withdrawal and refund request.

By adhering to these conditions, a student who is quitting the University may be eligible for a refund of the hostel payment.

As places of worship:

The campus has a Chapel, Mosque, and Temple.

Cancellation Policy:
A cancellation fee will be charged according to university norms once the hostel booking is canceled.

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Student Services | International Relations
2nd Floor Central Library Building (West wing),
Directorate of International Relations Office,
SRM Institute of Science and Technology 
Kattankulathur, 603 203, Chennai (Madras), India.
Tel: 044 – 2741 7265
044 – 2741 7250
Mobile: +91-9003177786
Mail: ir.student.services@srmist.edu.in | ir.accounts@srmist.edu.in

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The Office of International Relations is responsible for the refund process. Request for cancellation of admission must be submitted through Email ids – admissions.ir@srmist.edu.in and ir.accounts@srmist.edu.in

Requests for the refund should be made in the prescribed Refund Request Form available here.

The refund amount will be transferred to the bank account as per the details given in the refund request form. The refund amount will be effected only by Bank transfer.

The paperwork for refund will be initiated only on the date of receipt of the following documents

However, the paperwork for refund will be initiated only on the date of receipt of the following documents:

Filled out the Refund request form
Swift/Wire transfer copy
Intimation of electronic wire transfer as per SRMIST format (enclosed with Provisional admission letter)
Crossed Cheque leaf/Bank passbook front page

The date of request will be considered the date of formal withdrawal of admission.

**Refund Policy 2025-2026 (Tentative)

Sl NoPercentage of refund of aggregate fees*TimelinePercentage of Refund Amount
1Zero cancellation charges
On or before 11.09.2025
(Tentative date)
100%
2No Refund of FeesAfter 11.09.20250%
Application Fee

Non-Refundable

*Note:- Refund policy (cut of date) is subject to change as per AICTE- 2025-2026 norms
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Important Dates

Successful admissions are an outcome that depends on applicant meeting various timelines. Find out all the important dates for your application to programmes in SRMIST.

Ph.D. Admissions - June 2025

ProcessDate
The Application portal Opens on1st March 2025
Last Date to Submit the Application30th April 2025
Department Level Entrance and Interview21th May 2025
Release of List of Candidates for Provisional Registration6th June 2025
Last Date to Pay Tuition Fee25th June 2025
Reporting Date at Directorate of Research03rd  July 2025
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