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    MODE

    Full time

    DURATION

    72 Months

    Ashoka University is a pioneer in providing world-class liberal education in India. It aims to train students to think critically from a multi-disciplinary perspective to solve real-world problems. The Computer Science Ph.D. program at Ashoka puts emphasis on novel research themes that cut across several disciplines, and faculty members are actively engaged in research in these disciplines.

     We invite applications for a fully funded Ph.D. program in Computer Science with a generous stipend. We are looking for candidates, who are highly motivated to do cutting-edge research and innovation.

     The key features of the Ph.D. program include a research focus on multi-disciplinary areas of computer science, well-established faculty advisors, excellent research facilities and a world-class residential campus. Students may also have opportunities for exchange visits to various prominent Universities as well as prominent industry research labs. Travel funding for quality international conferences will be provided. There could also be opportunities for supplementary industrial fellowships. 

     Focus areas for research include AI/ML and data science, mobile sensing and IoT, Urban informatics, political data science, digital humanities, cyber-security, cryptology, information security, blockchain, HCI and ICTD, computer architecture and distributed systems.


    Eligibility Criteria

    • A Bachelors/Masters degree in CS or related discipline with a CGPA of at least 8.0 out of 10, or 75% from a "University" or "Engineering College/Institute" ranked within the top 50 as per NIRF ranking in any of the last three available rankings for either "Universities" or "Engineering Colleges/ Institutions.
    • A Bachelors/Masters degree in CS or related discipline with a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4 from any of the top 100 Universities.
    • A valid GATE score of 700 or above or a subject GRE score with 90 percentile or above.

    Admission Details

    Written Test:

    • The written test will be of two hours duration and will be conducted at Ashoka University campus, Bangalore and Kolkata. The written test will consist of both open-ended questions (short-answers) and multiple-choice questions. The objective of the written test is to assess the basic computer science concepts of the applicant. The topics for the written test are- (1) Discrete Mathematics (2) Probability and Statistics (3) Design and Analysis of Algorithms (4) Data Structures (4) Database Management Systems (5) Programming Languages (6) Operating Systems (7) Computer Organization and Architecture.


    Interview:

    • All the students, who qualify in the written test, will be called for an oral interview at a later date. A typical interview will be conducted by the faculty members of the Computer Science department. The objective of the interview is to assess the student’s understanding of the proposed area of research, communication skills and commitment to pursue Ph.D.


    Selection Criteria:

    • Selection will be based on merit taking a combination of factors into consideration. These factors include (but are not limited to) performance of the candidate in the written test and interview, academic record and achievements such as scholarships, awards in competitions, paper publications and internship or work experience in a prestigious organization.

    Student Reviews for Ph.D Computer Science

    College Infrastructure: 5/5
    Academics: 4/5
    Placements: 4/5
    Value for Money: 5/5
    Campus Life: 4/5

    A rewarding college journey with great learning.

    College Infrastructure

    The college offers excellent instruction with spacious classrooms, well- equipped laboratories, modern learning facilities and a comfortable campus environment. The facilities are well suited for both academic work and student activities.

    A great college with strong academics and good placements.

    College Infrastructure

    The college has excellent infrastructure and provides a comfortable environment for students. Classrooms are spacious and clean, laboratories are well equipped, and the library has good resources. The campus is also well maintained with all essential facilities.

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