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CGC University, Mohali offers dynamic and multidisciplinary Ph.D. programs designed to foster innovation, academic excellence, and real-world relevance. Backed by UGC approval and guided by an experienced faculty ecosystem, our doctoral programmes are tailored to nurture future thought leaders, researchers, and innovators across engineering, technology, and applied sciences.

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CGC University, Mohali offers dynamic and multidisciplinary Ph.D. programs designed to foster innovation, academic excellence, and real-world relevance. Backed by UGC approval and guided by an experienced faculty ecosystem.

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CGC University, Mohali Doctorate Programs

Why Choose CGC University, Mohali for Your Ph.D.?

CGC University, Mohali offers a research experience that is not only academically rigorous but also financially supportive, professionally rewarding, and future focused.

Industry-Integrated Research Ecosystem

Work on real-world problems with strong industry collaborations and sponsored projects.

Interdisciplinary Research Opportunities

Engage across departments and domains to pursue cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary research.

RAC-Based Personalized Guidance

Receive regular feedback and direction from a dedicated Research Advisory Committee (RAC) for timely progress.

Annual Ph.D. Conclaves & Publication Support

Present your work at institutional and national platforms with guidance for publishing in top-tier journals.

Teaching Assistantship Opportunities

Earn up to ₹25,000/month while gaining valuable teaching experience through structured academic roles.

Career-Ready Research Training

Get equipped with skills for academic, research, entrepreneurial, and industry leadership roles.

Attractive Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers

Up to 80% tuition fee waiver for UGC-NET/JRF qualified scholars

Entrance-based merit scholarships up to 50%

₹10,000 incentive per SCI-indexed journal publication

Special waivers for CGC Univeristy, Mohali alumni, women researchers, and PwD candidates

At CGC University, Mohali your research is not only mentored — it’s funded, published, and celebrated.

Ph.D. Programmes Offered

CGC University, Mohali offers a dynamic portfolio of doctoral programs aimed at fostering interdisciplinary research, technological advancement, and societal impact. All programs are aligned with UGC guidelines and are supported by experienced faculty and robust academic infrastructure.

Engineering & Technology

Engineering Program CSE

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)

Focus Areas: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, IoT

Engineering Program ECE

Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)

Focus Areas: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, IoT

Engineering Program ME

Mechanical Engineering

Focus Areas: Material Science, Advanced Manufacturing, Thermal Engineering, Design Engineering, Renewable Energy

Engineering Program CE

Civil Engineering

Focus Areas: Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering

Engineering Program CE

Electrical Engineering

Focus Areas: Power Systems, Control Engineering, Renewable Energy, Smart Grids, Signal Processing

Engineering Program CE

Law

Focus Areas: Constitutional Law, Criminal Justice, Human Rights, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property

Engineering Program CE

Management

Focus Areas: Strategic Management, HRM, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Business Analytics

Engineering Program CE

Physics

Focus Areas: Condensed Matter Physics, Nanomaterials, Photonics, Quantum Mechanics, Nuclear Physics

Engineering Program CE

Chemistry

Focus Areas: Organic Synthesis, Material Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

Engineering Program CE

Mathematics

Focus Areas: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Computational Mathematics

Engineering Program CE

English

Focus Areas: Literary Studies, Postcolonial Literature, Comparative Literature, Linguistics, Cultural Studies

Engineering Program CE

Punjabi

Focus Areas: Punjabi Literature, Folklore, Linguistics, Translation Studies, Cultural Heritage

Engineering Program CE

Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science

Focus Areas: Waste Management, Water Treatment, Environmental Modeling, Climate Change, Sustainability

Eligibility & Selection Criteria Ph.D. Admissions 2026-27

Pursue your doctoral journey at CGC University, Mohali with a clear, merit-based and inclusive admission process.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the Ph.D. program at CGC University, Mohali candidates must meet any one of the following academic qualifications:

Academic Qualifications

Qualification Type

  • Postgraduate (PG) Degree (2-year Master's after 3-year UG or 4-year UG + 1-year PG)
  • 4-Year UG Degree (as per NEP 2020 guidelines)
  • M.Phil. Degree Holders
  • Final-Year PG Students

Minimum Requirement

  • ≥55% marks (General) or ≥50% marks for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwD
  • ≥75% marks (General) or ≥70% marks for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD
  • Eligible with ≥55% marks (relaxation as per UGC norms)
  • Provisionally eligible subject to final result submission

Who Can Apply?

  • Internal Full-Time Scholars
  • Part-Time Internal Faculty/Staff (with CGC University, Mohali employment)
  • Part-Time External Professionals (from industry/academia)
  • International Students
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Selection Process

The selection process at CGC University, Moahli is transparent, rigorous, and designed to evaluate both subject knowledge and research aptitude.

Step-by-Step Admission Process

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Application Submission

Apply online at
www.cgcuniversity.in/phd

Written Entrance Test

Components: 30% – General Research Aptitude & Methodology
70% – Subject-Specific Content

Exemptions: Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF/CSIR-NET/GATE/CEED scores may be exempted from the written test (subject to approval).

Interview / Viva-Voce

Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed to assess:

  • Research aptitude
  • Clarity of goals
  • Academic potential
  • Research domain fit

Merit List & Offer of Admission

A combined merit score (Test + Interview) is used to prepare the final list.

Special Considerations

  • A 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks or entrance cutoff is provided to SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwD candidates.
  • NET-qualified candidates are given preference and may also be eligible for fellowship/scholarship support under UGC norms.

For queries

Dr. Vikasdeep Singh Mann

(Associate Dean – Research)

Fee & Scholarships

Invest in your future with a research degree at CGC University, Mohali — backed by merit-based scholarships and national fellowships.

Ph.D. Fee Structure –
AY 2026–27

CGC University, Mohali offers a competitively structured fee model for both full-time and part-time Ph.D. scholars, ensuring value-driven research education.

Tuition Fee (per semester)
Category Tuition Fee
Domestic Candidates ₹50,000
International Candidates USD 1,200
Semester Fee ₹50,000
Security Fee ₹10,000

Other Applicable Fees
 

  • Admission Processing Fee (one-time)
  • Coursework Fee (applicable during coursework semester only)
  • Thesis Submission & Evaluation Fee (at final stage of Ph.D.)
  • Security Deposit (refundable after program completion)
  • Examination Fee (per semester, fixed separately)
  • Library, Digital Access, and Miscellaneous Services Fee

All additional charges will be communicated in the admission offer letter and university fee handbook.

Ph.D. Research Scholarships – AY 2026–27

At CGC University, Mohali, we proudly support meritorious scholars through a robust tuition fee waiver policy to support bright and deserving Ph.D. candidates based on entrance performance, UGC qualifications, publications, and special categories.

Scholarship Categories (Full-Time Ph.D. Scholars)

Scholarship Category Eligibility Criteria Tuition Fee Waiver
UGC-NET/JRF/UGC-CSIR NET – Tier 1 Qualified for JRF, Assistant Prof. 80%
UGC-NET/CSIR NET – Tier 2 Qualified for Assistant Prof. + Ph.D. admission 60%
UGC-NET/CSIR NET – Tier 3 Qualified for Ph.D. admission only 40%
Entrance + Interview ≥ 85% CGC Univeristy, Mohali Entrance-based Merit (Top Tier) 50%
CGC Alumni UG or PG from CGC Schools ₹10,000/semester
Women in Research Female candidates with ≥75% in qualifying degree 20%
PwD (≥40% Disability) Valid Govt. certificate required 30%

Scholarship Scheme – Part-Time Ph.D. Scholars

Scholarship Category Eligibility Criteria Tuition Fee Waiver
UGC-NET/JRF/CSIR – Tier 1 JRF qualified 20%
CGC Univeristy, Mohali Entrance Test Merit (≥85%) Entrance Test + Interview Combined Score ≥ 85 percentile 50%
CGC Alumni UG/PG completed at CGC Schools ₹10,000/ semester
PWD Candidates (≥40% Disability) Government-issued disability certificate 20%

JRF/SRF Fellowship Benefits (UGC Norms)

All candidates who are awarded JRF or SRF by UGC/CSIR and enrolled full-time at CGC University, Mohali are entitled to full fellowship benefits as per UGC guidelines:

  • JRF: ₹37,000/month + HRA
  • SRF (after 2 years of JRF): ₹42,000/month + HRA
  • SRF (after 2 years of JRF): ₹42,000/month + HRA

CGC University, Mohali assists all eligible scholars in submitting fellowship joining reports and claiming benefits in a timely manner.

Note

  • Scholarships apply to tuition fee only.
  • Waivers are non-combinable unless approved by the Research Committee.
  • Annual review by the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) is required to maintain eligibility.
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Teaching Assistantship & Research Incentive Policy – CGC University, Mohali

CGC University, Mohali offers structured financial and academic support to full-time Ph.D. scholars through a Teaching Assistantship (TA) scheme and Research Incentives for impactful scholarly contributions. These initiatives reflects commitment to building a high-performance research culture.

Teaching Assistantship (TA) – Monthly Support

  • Stipend: ₹25,000 per month
  • Duration: Up to 3 years (renewable annually based on RAC and Dean Research approval)
  • Load: 10–12 hours per week of academic duties

Responsibilities Include:

  • Conducting tutorials, lab sessions, and assisting in undergraduate/postgraduate teaching
  • Supporting preparation of academic content and assessments
  • Assisting in project evaluations and mentoring junior students
  • Contributing to department-level academic engagements

Teaching Assistantship offers financial support while developing critical teaching experience.

General Guidelines

Course Guidelines
  • Applicable to full-time Ph.D. scholars and approved faculty mentors
  • Publications and conference papers must pass standard plagiarism checks
  • Prior approval may be required for conference participation
  • Claims must be submitted through the Office of the Dean Research with:
  • Full-text copy of the publication/paper
  • Proof of indexing (SCI/Scopus)
  • Proof of presentation (for conferences)
  • Acknowledgement of CGC Univeristy, Mohali affiliation

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