Qualifying degree: Ph.D admissions at the Centre for Tribal Technology Development can be permitted in the available expertise domain with the centre along with the following criteria: (a) Master’s or equivalent degree in Engineering/Technology. (b) M.B.A (or equivalent degree) (c) MA English and Linguistics d. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (Minimum 4 years) with a valid GATE score.
Other admission criteria shall be in line with the present academic regulation of the Institute Ph.D Program.
Qualifying GATE/NET exam: Qualifying GATE/NET exam in the relevant area.
Broad research areas (but not limited to):
Sustainable Resource Management: Water & forest conservation, climate change adaptation, sustainable water management, deforestation impact, ecosystem restoration.
Food Processing and Characterization: Tribal food resources preservation, nutritional analysis, value-added products, quality testing, eco-friendly packaging, post-harvest handling.
Bamboo Craft Design: Bamboo cultivation, craftsmanship, value chain development, ecofriendly products, market integration, standardization.
Agriculture Technology: Machinery & Tool Innovation: Low-cost machinery design, sustainable tools, renewable energy, mechanization, agricultural innovation, productivity enhancement.
Sustainable Agriculture: Indigenous practices, crop diversification, organic farming, soil & water conservation, agroforestry, climate-resilient practices, digital land mapping.
Minor Forest Produce and Marketing: Sustainable harvesting, value addition, market analysis, branding, biodiversity conservation, MFP marketing.
Tribal Knowledge System: Documentation of indigenous knowledge, ecological practices, ethnobotany, oral traditions, tribal architecture, Knowledge transfer and empowerment through education in tribal communities, co-development of technologies based on traditional knowledge.

The PhD program aims to develop research expertise in the field of Electronics engineering. Candidates will work closely with faculty members on cutting-edge research projects awarded by government agencies.

Admission to the PhD program requires a Master's degree in Electronics engineering or a related field.

The program includes course work, semester progress reviews, and research work leading to a PhD thesis. The program is designed to be completed in four to five years.

Various funding options are available for PhD candidates. Institute funded (FIR) candidates will get ₹ 37000/- per month for the first two years and then ₹ 42000/- month from the third to fifth years (subjected to guidelines issued by Ministry of Education).

The institute offers a vibrant campus life with access to hostel, health center, libraries, and various technical and cultural events for students.

For more information about the PhD program, please contact the Department of Electronics Engineering at office@eced.svnit.ac.in.