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    6.38 L

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    ₹ 6.38 L

    Disclaimer: Data for total fees has been calculated based on all years/semesters as provided by the college. The actual fees may vary.

    Course Details

    MODE

    Full time

    DURATION

    72 Months

    The PhD in Geospatial Information Sciences at NIIT University aims to develop individuals capable of evolving this field by developing new knowledge or competencies relevant to it.

    The mission of the Doctor of Philosophy in Geographic Information Sciences program is to nurture innovative researchers capable of advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the geospatial information sciences through improved theories, new technologies, innovative methodologies, sophisticated quantitative analyses, and integrative applications. The programme graduates will be able to demonstrate their knowledge in the advanced methodologies of quantitative analyses used in spatial modelling, spatial computing and remote sensing.

    Ph.D. programme shall be for a minimum duration of three years, including course work and a maximum of six years. Extension beyond the above limits will be governed by the relevant clauses as stipulated in the Statute/Ordinance of the individual Institution concerned.


    Eligibility Criteria

    • A 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, recognised or authorised 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.

    Admission Details

    • Admission to PhD programmes shall be according to a merit list based on a written entrance test of 70% weight followed by a Research Interaction of 30% weight.  
    • Applicants who have qualified for fellowship/scholarship in UGC-NET/UGC- CSIR/NET/GATE/CAT/CEED and similar National level tests as well as those who are employed at the level of Assistant Professor or higher in educational institutes in India will be exempt from the entrance exam.  

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