Jais · Bengaluru · Sivasagar
October 16, 2026 (Friday) — Start submitting your online application
November 26, 2026 (Thursday) — Last date for online submission
November 30, 2026 (Monday) — Candidates notified for Written Test / Interview
December 11–12, 2026 (Fri–Sat) — Written Test and/or Interview
December 15, 2026 (Tuesday) — Candidates offered admission, including wait-list, announced on the Institute website
December 22, 2026 (Tuesday) — Last date to submit registration fee
December 23, 2026 (Wednesday) — Offers to wait-listed candidates (subject to seat availability)
December 26, 2026 (Saturday) — Last date to submit registration fee (2nd round)
December 28, 2026 (Monday) — Register in the department concerned
December 29, 2026 (Tuesday) — Commencement of classes
Rajiv Gandhi InstituteRajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), an Institute of National Importance, is established under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG), Government of India, in line with the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and other prestigious Indian institutions. The Institute operates three well established campuses: Jais Campus (Uttar Pradesh); Bengaluru Campus (Karnataka), and Sivasagar Campus (Assam).
The Institute at Jais offers PG and Ph.D. programmes through its Departments of Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering, Chemical & Biochemical Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematical Sciences and Energy & Human Sciences. RGIPT Bengaluru offers Ph.D. programmes in various engineering disciplines and in Management, and RGIPT Sivasagar offers Ph.D. programmes in various science and engineering disciplines (Annexures I & II).
Online applications are invited for admission to Ph.D. programmes for the Even Semester of the Academic Session 2026–27 in the departments/disciplines detailed in Annexure-I.
A candidate may apply for any of the four categories of registration as described below, subject to the fulfillment of requirements of minimum qualification and eligibility criteria.
Open to fresh graduates seeking full-time doctoral research with Institute Assistantship (JRF/SRF). GATE qualification generally required; however B.Tech students from RGIPT/CFTIs/CFIs/State-funded institutes (NIRF 1–25) or Master's students from Government-recognized institutes are exempt from GATE.
For candidates working in R&D organizations or industries recognized by the Institute. Minimum 2 years of employment required. Employer must pay full salary and relieve the candidate for campus requirements (or if organization is within 50 km, on-campus stay may not be required).
For candidates sponsored by a teaching institution, R&D organization, or industry. Must have 2+ years of service with sponsoring institution. Full on-campus residence for the programme duration is mandatory.
For candidates working in a recognised R&D organisation or industry with the necessary research facilities, and for permanent RGIPT staff/faculty and Research Assistants/JRFs/SRFs working on externally funded projects at the Institute.
For candidates interested in project-based doctoral research in specific thrust areas. Bachelor's/Master's degree holders from Government-recognised institutions are eligible (as per Sec. 1.A.1); GATE qualification is NOT mandatory. A strong inclination towards experimental research and system development is expected.
No Departmental Teaching Assistantship (TA) will be assigned, as CIF duties will be treated as equivalent service.
For detailed information, please thoroughly review the PhD Admission 2026–27 (Even Semester) Information Brochure.
Minimum marks/CPI required by programme type. A relaxation of up to 5% marks or 0.5 CPI may be considered by the DPGC for professionals with at least 2 years of industry experience. SC/ST candidates get a 5% (0.5 CPI) relaxation in the qualifying degree.
| Qualifying Degree | Min. % Marks | Min. CPI (10 pt) |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech / M.E. (Engineering/Allied) | 60% | 6.0 |
| B.Tech / B.E. (Engineering/Allied) | 75% | 7.5 |
| M.Sc. (Science as allied discipline) | 65% | 6.5 |
| Qualifying Degree | Min. % Marks | Min. CPI (10 pt) |
|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. (Science discipline/allied) | 60% | 6.0 |
| 4-Year B.Sc. (Science discipline/allied) | 75% | 7.5 |
| Qualifying Degree | Min. % Marks | Min. CPI (10 pt) |
|---|---|---|
| M.Tech (Engineering) | 60% | 6.0 |
| M.A. / M.Sc. (Humanities/Sciences/Allied) | 60% | 6.0 |
| B.Tech / 4-Year B.Sc. (Engineering/Sciences) | 75% | 7.5 |
| Qualifying Degree | Min. % Marks | Min. CPI (10 pt) |
|---|---|---|
| MBA / M.Tech / M.Sc. (Management/Allied) | 60% | 6.0 |
| CA / ICWA / CS + Bachelor's Degree | 50% (Professional) + 60% (Bachelor) | — |
| B.Tech / B.E. (Engineering/Allied) | 75% | 7.5 |
Selection: Admission is based on a written test and interview of candidates shortlisted by the department. External, Sponsored and Part-Time category applicants, candidates with National-Level Scholarships, and outstanding candidates with a qualifying degree from a CFI/CFTI and a CPI of 8.00 or above are exempted from the written test. Interviews for outstanding candidates with a qualifying degree from a CFI/CFTI and a CPI of 8.00 or above will be conducted before the written test for the remaining candidates.
Results awaited? Candidates whose qualifying examination results have not been declared may also be considered. If selected, admission will be provisional, and proof of completing the qualifying degree with the prescribed minimum marks must be submitted within 08 weeks from the date of registration.
Candidates holding degrees that do not exactly match those listed in the brochure may also apply; such applications may be considered on the recommendation of the DPGC and approval of the Chairman, Senate.
| Departments offering the Programme | Qualifying Degree (B. Tech./M. Tech./M.Sc.) |
|---|---|
| Chemical & Biochemical Engineering |
Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. Or Master’s Degree in Science in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Petroleum Engineering and Geoengineering |
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent Or Master’s Degree in Science in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Computer Science and Engineering |
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. Or Master’s Degree in Science in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering |
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. Or Master’s Degree in Science in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Mechanical Engineering |
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. Or Master’s Degree in Science in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Mathematical Sciences |
Master’s degree (M.SC./M.A./M.S. or equivalent) in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Mathematics and Statistics, Mathematics and Computing, Industrial Mathematics, Mathematics and Finance. Or Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent. |
| Energy and Human Sciences |
Master’s Degree in Science/Technology in the following Disciplines:
or equivalent Or Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in the following Disciplines:
Or Master’s Degree in Arts in Social Sciences and Humanities. |
| Management Studies |
Master’s degree in Management/Engineering/ Technology or equivalent. Or Master’s degree in Science/Commerce/Arts or equivalent. Or Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology. Or Professional qualification- CA, ICWA & CS in addition to a bachelor’s degree. |
☞ NOTE:
Candidates holding degree(s) that do not exactly match those listed above may also apply. Such applications, upon recommendation by the DPGC and approval by the Chairman, Senate, shall be considered for further shortlisting.
RGIPT offers generous financial support through Institute Assistantship and prestigious industry-sponsored fellowships. For the Even Semester 2026-27, 72 Institute Assistantship seats are available across the three campuses (see Departments below). No student can get financial assistance from more than one source at a time.
Full-time regular category students with GATE or from eligible institutes.
Students working under RGIPT-sponsored projects.
2 seats. Joint supervision with Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. 25% supplementary stipend + HRA, contingency, medical benefits.
2 seats. Joint supervision with Hindustan Petroleum. 25% supplementary stipend + benefits.
2 seats. Joint supervision with Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd. 25% supplementary stipend + benefits.
3 seats. Joint supervision with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd. 25% supplementary stipend + benefits.
Candidates with national-level JRF/SRF awards may apply directly and be recommended by DPGC without waiting for semester cycle.
NET-LS qualified students with ≥70% or CPI ≥7.0 may be eligible for Institute Assistantship (subject to availability).
The application fee is non-refundable.
| Sl. No. | Particulars | Full Time Regular | Part Time Registration | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Sponsored | Sponsored (all category)/ External/QIP | External* | Project Fellow | Internal Permanent Faculty/ Staff of RGIPT | ||
| A. ONE TIME PAYMENT AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION (NON-REFUNDABLE) | ||||||
| 1 | Admission Fee | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 | 4,000.00 | 2,000.00 |
| 2 | Alumni Membership Fee | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| 3 | Students’ Welfare Fund | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 0.00 |
| 4 | Thesis Fee | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| Total | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 | 7,000.00 | 4,000.00 | |
| B. PAYABLE AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION (REFUNDABLE) | ||||||
| 1 | Caution Money | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 0.00 |
| Total | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 9,000.00 | 0.00 | |
| C. SEMESTER FEE PAYABLE FOR EACH SEMESTER (NON-REFUNDABLE) | ||||||
| 1 | Tuition Fee | 15,000.00 | 60,000.00 | 60,000.00 | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| 2 | Examination Fee | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 |
| 3 | Registration/ Enrollment | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 |
| 4 | Students Amenities Fee | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 2,000.00 | 0.00 |
| 5 | Hostel Establishment Fee | 8,000.00 | 8,000.00 | 0.00 | 8,000.00 | 0.00 |
| 6 | Hostel Seat Rent | 10,000.00 | 10,000.00 | 0.00 | 10,000.00 | 0.00 |
| 7 | Medical Fee | 1,000.00 | 1,000.00 | 0.00 | 1,000.00 | 0.00 |
| 8 | Academic Activities Fee | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 | 15,000.00 |
| Total | 54,000.00 | 99,000.00 | 80,000.00 | 54,000.00 | 33,000.00 | |
| AMOUNT PAYABLE AS INSTITUTE’S DUES AT THE TIME OF ADMISSION (FIRST SEMESTER) | ||||||
| 1 | TOTAL OF ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ | 70,000.00 | 1,15,000.00 | 96,000.00 | 70,000.00 | 37,000.00 |
| AMOUNT PAYABLE AS INSTITUTE’S DUES FOR OTHER SEMESTER | ||||||
| 1 | TOTAL OF ‘C’ | 54,000.00 | 99,000.00 | 80,000.00 | 54,000.00 | 33,000.00 |
* Those candidates, whose tuition fee is not reimbursed by the employing organization, shall pay tuition fee same as that of the Regular Category from second semester onwards.
| FEES FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| S.N. | Particulars | For SAARC Countries | For other Countries |
| 1 | At the time of Admission | US $ 3000.00 + ₹ 65,000.00 | US $ 5000.00 + ₹ 65,000.00 |
| 2 | Other Semester Fee | US $ 3000.00 + ₹ 49,000.00 | US $ 5000.00 + ₹ 49,000.00 |
The students shall submit an application to the concerned Head of Department, clearly stating the reason for withdrawal from the programme. The application must be accompanied by the following documents:
The student will receive a refund of the amount in the bank account provided by them. Normally, the process will be completed within 45 days.
As per Government of India policy. SC/ST/OBC/EWS certificates must be produced at the time of written test/interview.
(H) = Horizontal reservation. PwD requires minimum 40% disability; certificate from District CMO. SC/ST candidates receive additional 5% marks relaxation on qualifying degree.
Ph.D. programmes are offered across all three campuses in engineering, science, humanities, social sciences and management disciplines. The number of Institute Assistantship (IA) seats available for the Even Semester 2026-27 is shown on each card. These are not the total seats: Sponsored, External and Part-Time applicants and holders of external fellowships may apply even where no IA seat is listed.
Security and Privacy in IoV Networks: Blockchain, Cyber Security, Post Quantum Cryptography.
Real-Time Scheduling System: Computational Geometry, Resource Scheduling in Cloud and Fog Computing Systems.
Signal and Digital Image Processing: LiDAR: Laser Scanning, Laser Data Processing and Deriving Applications, Digital Image Processing, GIS and Data Science Approaches utilizing AL/ML.
Graphics and Visual Computing: Salient Object Detection, Morphological Image Processing, Medical Image Processing.
Cloud Computing, Fog Computing, Internet of Things, Message Synchronization, High-Performance Computing, Soft Computing, Virtualization, Edge Computing.
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence: AI and ML applications, Multi-Sensor Data Analysis, AI for Deepfake Detection, Generative ML, AI in Reservoir Characterization, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing.
Microfluidic Lab on Chip and its algorithmic design, bio-protocol and sample preparation and its scheduling.
Developing AR/VR applications for energy sector.
Industrial process analysis with AI/ML & sensors.
Natural Language Processing: Large Language Models (LLMs), Multimodal NLP, Low-resource and Multilingual NLP, Integrating knowledge and common sense, Contextualized modeling and multi-turn dialogue understanding, Explainable NLP, Ethics, Bias and Fairness, Conversational AI and Dialogue Systems, Few-shot and Zero-shot Learning
Microelectronics/VLSI: Nano and Optoelectronics Devices, Solar Cells, Photodetectors, Organic FETs, Flexible Electronics, Wearable Electronics, Green Electronics and Sustainable Energy, Design Thinking, Energy harvesting, Simulation of Optical Devices, Experimental Study for optical Sensors, Metamaterial surfaces, VLSI architectures for signal and image processing, hardware accelerators for edge computing, approximate computing
Communication & Signal Processing: Optical Communication, Wireless Communications (RF, 5G, 6G, Cognitive Radios), Signal Processing, Signal Processing for IOT Networks, IoT Systems for Energy & Healthcare, Optical Wireless Communications (VLC, FSO), Quantum Computing, Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces. AI-Enabled Wireless Communications for 5G/6G and Beyond: Intelligent resource allocation, channel estimation, signal detection, and optimization using AI/ML/DL. Visible Light Communication (VLC) and Li-Fi: Next-generation optical wireless communication for high-speed, energy-efficient, and secure connectivity. AI-Driven Massive MIMO: Deep learning-based channel estimation, CSI feedback and compression, beamforming, and spectral-efficiency enhancement. VLC for Smart Oil and Gas Infrastructure: Optical wireless communication for reliable connectivity, monitoring, and sensing in oil and gas pipelines and industrial environments. AI-Assisted Navigation for Visually Impaired People: Intelligent mobility guidance integrating VLC-based localization, obstacle detection, and multisensor navigation. Integrated Communication, Localization, and Sensing: Emerging technologies that combine wireless connectivity with positioning, environmental awareness, and intelligent decision-making. VLC-Based Indoor Localization and Positioning: High-accuracy indoor positioning using visible light, signal processing, and AI. Cognitive Radio and Intelligent Spectrum Sharing: AI-driven spectrum sensing, dynamic spectrum access, and secure wireless communication. UAV-Assisted and Intelligent Wireless Networks: AI-enabled communication, resource allocation, and reliable connectivity using unmanned aerial vehicles.
Power & Control: Power Electronics & Drives, Electric Vehicle, Machine learning applications to the power system and drives, Distributed generation, Power System, Microgrid and smart grid technologies, Power quality, Electrical Machines & Drives; Control Systems, System Identification, Battery Management Systems, Wide-Bandgap (SiC/GaN) Power Converters: Modelling, Digital Twins, AI-Assisted Design and Grid Impacts, SiC Power Conversion for Green Hydrogen and Electrified Energy Industries, Power Electronics and Converter Control, Design of EV Battery Charger for Electric Vehicles, SiC/GaN-Based Converters and Their Control Design, Renewable Energy and Grid Integration.
Thermal and fluid sciences: Heat transfer, thermal management, microscale fluid dynamics, microfluidics, multiphase flow and droplet evaporation
Energy and sustainability: Clean hydrogen, renewable energy, energy conversion and storage, thermochemical processes and waste valorization
Pipeline and process engineering: Pipeline design, multiphase flow, thermo-fluid systems and fluid–particle interactions
Advanced manufacturing and materials: Microfabrication, welding and joining, composites and materials characterization
Intelligent manufacturing: AI/ML in manufacturing, process monitoring, non-destructive evaluation, and structural health monitoring
Mechanical design and robotics: Design methodology, product design, wearable robotics, assistive robotics, soft robotics and human–robot interaction
Computational modelling: Multiphysics modelling, CFD, numerical simulation, experimental validation and advanced control
Microfluidics and biomedical technologies: Electrohydrodynamics, biomedical devices, bio-fluid mechanics and point-of-care diagnostics
Chemistry:
Materials Development (Organic Synthesis/Polymer synthesis/Photo catalysis/ Electro catalysis/Nano Catalysis/H2 production/CO2 utilization/ Hydrogel/ MOF/ COF/ Nanocrystal/ Petrochemical), Biotechnology/ Microbiology
Physics:
Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science, Magnetic and Multiferroic Materials, Soft Sensors and Actuators, Phase-Change Materials, Energy Storage Materials.
Humanities: English (Literature, Cultural studies, Film studies, Professional Communication, Narrative Studies etc.)
Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction (ECR): Designing non-noble, earth-abundant metallic nano electrocatalyst for the selective ECR to high-value products such as CO, HCOOH, and ethanol. Multiphysics Simulation: Coupling experimental electrochemistry with COMSOL Multiphysics to model complex mass transport, fluid dynamics, and reaction kinetics. Metal Recovery: Investigating green methodologies, utilizing Deep Eutectic Solvents (DES), for the selective extraction and electrochemical recovery of critical metals (Li, Co) from spent lithium-ion batteries.
Energy: Energy Transition, Clean Energy Adoption, Hydrogen Adoption, Sustainability, Energy Policy, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Sustainable Energy Finance, Energy Economics, Renewable Energy Adoption, Hydrogen Economy, and Quantitative Research Methods (SEM, ANN and Statistical Modelling).
Finance: Corporate Finance and Equity Valuation, Initial Public Offerings, Behavioural Finance, Blockchain in Financial Services or Fintech, Stock Price Volatility, Sustainable Finance and Government Policy, Behavioural Finance, Corporate Finance, Sustainable and Green Finance, ESG Investing, Financial Markets, FinTech, Investor Behaviour, Financial Literacy, AI/ML Applications in Finance, Energy Finance.
OB & HR: Human Resource Management, Indigenous Management Systems, Organizational Behaviour, Leadership, Corporate Ethics, Governance and CSR, Negotiations and Conflict Management.
Business Analytics & Information Systems: Big Data Analytics, Supply Chain Analytics, Data Mining, Natural Language Processing, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Organisational Information Systems, E-Commerce and M-Commerce, Social Media Analytics, Sales Management, Consumer Behaviour, Business-to-Business Marketing (B2B).
Marketing: Product and Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Neuromarketing, Digital and Social Media Marketing, Green Marketing, Services Marketing, B2B Marketing, Retailing, Sales and Distribution Management, Digital Transformation in Marketing, Consumer Acceptance of Emerging Technologies, Adoption of Artificial Intelligence in Sales & Marketing.
Operations: Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Production System, Service Process Simulation and Service Level, Revenue Management and Analytics, Contracts Modelling, Capacity Sensitive Product Mix Planning, Supply Chain Analytics, Multi-sourcing, Returns Management, Revenue Management and Analytics, Deep learning in the supply chain, ML in circular economy.
Economics: Financial Economics, Corporate Governance in Banks, Commercial Banking, Efficiency and Productivity Analysis, Technology Adoption in Banks.
Digitalization, Sustainable Supply Chain Management, Supplier Selection, Service Operations Management, Agri-food Supply Chain, Circular Supply Chain, Manufacturing Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Analytics, Energy Economics, Environmental Economics, Financial Economics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, Machine learning in business, Text analytics (Natural Language Processing) in business, Deep learning in business, Big-data analytics in business, Information Systems and Technology, Human-computer interaction.
Physics: Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics: Magnetism, Superconductivity, Twisted Bilayer Graphene, Computational Soft Matter Physics, Complex systems like Liquid crystals, ionic liquids, Classical density functional theory, Supercritical fluids
Chemistry: Nanoscience, Molecular sensing, Energy Application; Functional coating and thin films for:
Mathematics: Mathematical Modeling and Applications, Mathematical Ecology, Nonlinear Fuzzy Set Theory and its Extensions, Uncertainty Modelling, Hesitant Fuzzy Sets, Fuzzy Measures, Decision Making (MCDM), Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference under Degradation Data, Reliability and Survival Analysis, Life Testing Analysis under Censored Data
Ph.D. students registered at the Bengaluru and Sivasagar campuses are awarded their Ph.D. degrees by RGIPT and may complete their coursework at their campus or at RGIPT Jais, subject to the Institute's academic regulations. For the full list of research areas and specific IA research topics, refer to Annexure-I of the brochure.
Uttar Pradesh — Main Campus
The flagship campus and home of the Institute's headquarters, with departments of Chemical & Biochemical Engineering, CSE, EEE, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematical Sciences, Petroleum Engineering & Geoengineering, and Energy & Human Sciences. Its Central Instrumentation Facility has more than 75 advanced research facilities, including NMR, XPS, XRF, FESEM, HRTEM, XRD, SAXS and AFM.
Karnataka — South Campus
Fully established campus offering Ph.D. programmes in engineering disciplines and Management Studies. Labs include solar PV/thermal systems, micro-grid, EV power train, fuel cell and hardware-in-the-loop setups, plus a GPU server with 2 × NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell (96 GB) and 512 GB RAM.
Assam — North-East Campus
Ph.D. research campus in the heart of India's oil-producing region. Disciplines include Chemical, Petroleum, Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Fire & Safety, Materials Science, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics. Facilities include an electrochemical workstation, a hydrogen dual-fuel test engine, a biodiesel plant and diesel/petrol test engines. Ph.D. degree awarded by RGIPT.