Course Details

MODE

Full time

DURATION

36 Months

The Ph.D. Information Technology Program at IICT is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and research skills in the field of information technology. The program emphasizes theoretical foundations, cutting-edge technologies, and practical applications to prepare students for leadership roles in academia, research, and industry.

The curriculum is structured around core courses, electives, and a dissertation research component. Core courses cover topics such as advanced computer networks, data analytics, information security, and emerging technologies. Electives allow students to specialize in areas like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, or software engineering. Throughout the program, students engage in seminars, research projects, and teaching assistantships to develop their research and teaching skills.

The program culminates in a dissertation research project, where students conduct original research under the guidance of faculty advisors. The dissertation demonstrates the student's ability to identify and solve complex problems, contribute to the body of knowledge, and communicate their findings effectively. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in academia, research laboratories, technology companies, or as entrepreneurs in the dynamic field of information technology.

Eligibility Criteria

(1) Candidates who have completed:
A 1-year/2-semester master's degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme or a 2-year/4-semester master's degree programme after a 3-year bachelor's degree programme or qualifications declared equivalent to the master's degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed
or equivalent qualification 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 to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of the educational institution.
A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
Provided that a candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor's degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade on a point scale wherever the grading system is followed. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer) / Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.
(2) Candidates who have completed the M. Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever grading system is followed or equivalent qualification 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 to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions, shall be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. programme. A relaxation of 5% marks or its equivalent grade may be allowed for those belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled, Economically Weaker Section (EWS) and other categories of candidates as per the decision of the Commission from time to time.