Information Brochure
Information Brochure
Information Brochure
M.Tech (Research) + PhD (Dual degree)
2023-24
www.iitmandi.ac.in
CONTENTS
Table of Contents:
(A) Important Guidelines for M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) Application ...................................................... 2
(B) Important Dates for admission .................................................................................................................... 3
(C) Contact details ............................................................................................................................................. 3
(D) About the Institute ...................................................................................................................................... 4
(E) Academic Structure and M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) Programme ....................................................... 4
(F) Schools/Centres............................................................................................................................................ 5
(G) List of Research-based Programmes at IIT Mandi ....................................................................................... 5
(I) Application Information ................................................................................................................................ 7
(J) General Qualifications for M.Tech (R) + PhD programs (Dual Degree) ........................................................ 7
(J.1) Eligibility and Minimum Educational Qualifications .............................................................................. 7
(J.2) Course work ........................................................................................................................................... 7
(J.3) Exit options ............................................................................................................................................ 7
(J.4) Broad Areas............................................................................................................................................ 8
(K) Shortlisting ................................................................................................................................................. 12
(L) Admission Process ...................................................................................................................................... 12
(M) Financial Assistance .................................................................................................................................. 13
भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान मण्डी
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi
IIT Mandi invites applications for the M.Tech (R) + Ph.D. Dual Degree program in engineering
discipline. The institute offers M.Tech (R) + Ph.D. Dual Degree program through its different
Schools/Centers. The award of this degree is in recognition of high academic achievements,
independent research, and application of knowledge to the solution of technical and scientific
problems in engineering.
(A) Important Guidelines for M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) Application
1. Please read the instructions given in the brochure carefully before filling up the applications.
2. Online Application form & Information brochure (Including the admission schedule along with the
https://www.iitmandi.ac.in/phdprograms.php
3. You are required to submit the application form ONLINE. No Downloadable Forms will be available
after filling the form, you are advised to take a print of your application for your records.
4. For each specialization, candidate should submit a separate application with the application fee.
Category Amount in ₹
General/EWS/OBC/OBC(NCL)/Transgender/Foreign 200
Nationals
100
Women/SC/ST/PD
a. Mode of Payment: SBI Collect Portal.
b. Applicant should submit fee on SBI collect portal of the IIT Mandi and submit generated
(https://www.onlinesbi.com/sbicollect/icollecthome.htm )
c. One application fee is valid for the single application. The application fee is NON-
REFUNDABLE.
6. OBC candidates may note that the limit for annual income is Rs. 8 Lakhs for determining the creamy
layer among Other Backward Classes (OBCs) candidates. The OBC (NCL) certificate issued for the
financial year 2022-23 by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format must be uploaded in the
7. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) candidates may note that the limit for annual income is Rs. 8
Lakhs for determining the eligibility for benefit under Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
reservation. The EWS certificate issued by the Competent Authority in the prescribed format must be
uploaded in the ONLINE application form and submitted at the time of admission.
8. Seats are reserved for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)/Other Backward Class Non-Creamy
Layer (OBC-NCL)/Schedules Caste (SC)/Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Person with Benchmark Disability
10. You should check emails sent to your email address provided in your application for all important
11. Merely fulfilling eligibility criteria does ‘not entitle a candidate to be called for the written
test/Interview performance in addition to general eligibility criterion, the applicants must also
satisfy the eligibility criteria specified for the respective Departments / Centres / Schools /
Interdisciplinary Groups.
12. Candidates, if called for written test/interview should show/ bring with them (i) Photo ID Card, (ii)
Printed copy of the application submitted online, (iii) Thesis / dissertation / report /
Located in the scenic town of Mandi in the Himalayan foothills, the institute offers a unique learning
experience to its students. With state-of-the-art facilities and world-class faculty members, IIT Mandi provides
a conducive environment for research and learning. The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and
doctoral programs in various disciplines of engineering, sciences, and humanities.
At IIT Mandi, we believe in fostering an environment of innovation and creativity. Our faculty members are
renowned experts in their fields and are committed to providing their students with the best possible
education. With our multidisciplinary approach to education, we aim to produce graduates who are well-
rounded and equipped to solve real-world problems.
We take pride in our research culture and encourage our students to engage in cutting-edge research in various
fields. Our research facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and resources, providing our
students with ample opportunities to explore their interests and pursue their passions.
We invite you to join our community of scholars and innovators at IIT Mandi and be a part of our journey
towards excellence in education and research.
(E) Academic Structure and M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) Programme
IIT Mandi offers a comprehensive academic structure for M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) programs in various
disciplines of engineering. Our program is designed to provide a rigorous and in-depth understanding of the
chosen field of study.
The duration of our M.Tech (R) + PhD (Dual Degree) program is typically 3-5 years, during which students
will be exposed to a wide range of academic activities such as coursework, research, seminars, and workshops.
The academic structure of our dual degree program is as follows:
• Coursework: At the beginning of the program, students will be required to complete a set of
coursework to develop a strong foundation in the chosen field of study. The coursework will typically
involve advanced topics in the chosen field of study and will be designed to equip students with the
necessary skills and knowledge to pursue research in their respective fields.
• Comprehensive Examination: After the completion of the coursework, students will be required to
take a qualifying comprehensive examination to demonstrate their understanding of the coursework
and readiness to undertake independent research.
• Research: The research phase of the dual degree program is the most important and the longest.
Students will be required to conduct original research in their chosen field of study, under the
guidance of a faculty advisor. The research phase will involve the development of a research proposal,
data collection, analysis, and interpretation, and the writing and defending of a thesis.
• Seminars and Workshops: Throughout the program, students will be required to attend and present
their research at various seminars and workshops. This will provide students with an opportunity to
interact with experts in their field and to receive feedback on their research.
At IIT Mandi, we believe in providing our students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for a
career in academia, industry, or government. Our programs are designed to produce graduates who are not
only experts in their chosen field of study but also possess the necessary skills and competencies to succeed in
their future endeavours.
(F) Schools/Centres
Faculty members belong to broadly and loosely defined Academic Schools/Centres. Each School/Centre
provides a home base for faculty whose interests share some fundamental academic principles. Some faculty
members also have joint appointments in other Schools. By broadly grouping faculty members into
Schools/Centres, IIT Mandi has avoided traditional departments and divisions within the institute. This has
been done with a view to actively foster an interdisciplinary culture and collaborative research and projects
across disciplines within the institute. The details about the different postgraduate and doctoral programmes
in different schools/centre can be found in the below mentioned table.
(IKSMHA)
2. M.Tech (Research)/ MS(Research)/ Fluid and Thermal Engineering, Materials and Energy Engineering,
MA(Research) Mechanical Design, Manufacturing, Computational mechanics,
Product Design / Electric Vehicles / Robotics / Mechatronics /
Biomechanics, Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering,
Water Resources Engineering, Environmental Engineering,
Geomatics Engineering, Control and Automation, Computer Science
and Engineering, Data Analytics, Differential Equations / Deep
Learning / Control Problems / Computing, Computational Finance,
Machine Learning, Biotechnology, Robotics, Cognitive Engineering
& Indian Thought System
4. Master of Technology (Research) Artificial Intelligence and Robotics (CAIR), Biosciences &
+Ph.D. (Dual Degree) Bioengineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Computing and
Electrical Engineering, Mechanical and Materials Engineering,
Indian Knowledge System and Mental Health Application
(IKSMHA).
• BioX Centre: BioX is a research centre and has state-of-the-art facilities for research in the broad areas
of biosciences and bioengineering. Apart from various sophisticated equipment, the centre also has
microbial and mammalian cell culture facilities, Model organism facilities (like C. elegans) and animal
house.
• Centre for Design and Fabrication of Electronic Devices (C4DFED): C4DFED is a research facility
that focuses on the development of electronic devices and circuits. The centre is equipped with
modern tools and equipment for fabrication and characterization of electronic devices along with class
100 clean room.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC) Facility: IIT Mandi has a dedicated HPC facility that provides
researchers with access to high-performance computing resources for complex simulations and data
analysis.
• Central Library: The Central Library IIT Mandi, is a very special place in the IIT Campus with its rich
collection of books and journals in the field of Engineering Science & Technology and related areas.
The library stands as a unique Knowledge Centre that offers access to essential and specialized
information resources and services to meet the growing information needs of its users. IIT Mandi
Library operations are automated using KOHA. The library currently houses over 43392 books (21618
print books & 21774 e-books) and provides access to more than 48746 e-resources.
• Workshop Facilities: The workshop facilities at IIT Mandi are well-equipped and provide practical
training to students in various engineering fields. The workshop facilities include a machine shop,
welding shop, carpentry shop, foundry, and electrical and electronics labs. These facilities have
various tools and machines such as lathes, milling machines, drill machines, CNC machines, welding
machines, and other necessary equipment.
(J) General Qualifications for M.Tech (R) + PhD programs (Dual Degree):
Candidates will be admitted to the M.Tech. (by Research) + Ph,D,(Dual Degree) Programme in Engineering in
full time regular mode.
Artificial Intelligence:
• Healthcare
• Core AI research
• Systems for AI
• AI for Society and Environment.
Drone Technology
Intelligent Systems:
● Cognitive Science, AI
● AI/ML for Cybersecurity
● Computer Vision
● Biomedical Imaging
● Human-Computer Interaction
● 360, virtual or augmented reality
● Machine Learning
● Machine Learning for Signal processing
communications
Digital Health:
● Medical Imaging and Computer Vision, AI in
Healthcare, Radiomics in Oncology
● AI, HCI, and Cognitive Science with a focus on digital
health
● Medical Imaging and Computer Vision, AI in
Healthcare
● AI-based diagnostic and prognostic models,
Computational Biomarkers
● Continuous glucose monitoring, Pandemic (e.g.,
Covid-19) spread analysis
● Computational Neuroscience, Neurovascular
Coupling, Neurodiagnostic and Neurotherapeutics
● IoT based EM Biosensors for 5G applications, Smart
Sensor for Eye, Bone and Heart diseases
● Medical Image Analysis using Deep Learning
● In memory computing, Hardware security, Medical
image compression
● MR Image processing, MRI hardware, and Affordable
MRI
Cognition
• Neuroscience
• Cognitive Psychology
• Cognitive Science
• Human Factors
• Cognitive Technology and Bio/Neurofeedback
• Judgment and Decision Making
• Virtual reality and sensors (Virtual Reality
Applications)
• Bio/Neuro/Physiological (Sensing)
• Mental Health Applications (Depression, Stress and
cognitive loading, Sleep)
• Electric Vehicles
• Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting
• Finite Element Method
• Modeling & Control
• Biomechanics
• Orthopedic Biomechanics
• Implant Design
• Bone & Biomaterial Fracture
• Deformation induced emissions
• Structural health monitoring
• Smart materials and structures
• Vibration energy harvesting
Fluid Thermal
• Alternative Fuels
• Battery Management
• IC Engines
• Emissions Control
• Experimental Fluid Dynamics
• Spray Atomization & Combustion
• Advance Laser Diagnostics & Image Processing
• Snow avalanche dynamics
• Multiphase flows
• Computational fluid dynamics
• Population balance modelling
• Non-Newtonian fluids
• Fluid Mechanics
• Thermal Science and Engineering
• Thermal Radiation
• Solar Radiation
• Collimated Beam Radiation
• Non-gray Radiation
• Interface capturing
• Mesoscale simulations
• Probes and instrumentation for two-phase flow
• Experimental Nanofluidics
• Liquid Phase Electron Microscopy
Manufacturing
• Additive Manufacturing (Metal, Polymer -
Particulate, Short and Continuous fiber, Ceramics)
• Cyber Security in Additive Manufacturing
• AI and Machine learning in Manufacturing
• Design and development of Composites for specified
application
• Waste utilization
• Additive manufacturing (Extrusion based Metal
and Continuous Fiber Reinforced composites 3D
printing
• Highly filled (metal, short fibre filament production)
• LCA
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Perovskite Solar Cells
• Solar Thermal utilization
• Energy Storage
Materials Engineering
• Glasses for Electrical Applications
• Solid State Refrigeration
• Pyroelectric Energy Harvesting Materials and
Methods
• Piezoelectric Energy Harvesting Materials and
Methods
• Carbon based micro/ nano devices
• Microstructure and crystallinity of sp2 carbons
• Waste-derived carbon
• Nano-manufacturing for Electronics Sensor and
Microsupercapacitor applications
• Vapor Phase Growth(CVD, PVD & ALD) of
Functional Nanostructures and Thin films
• Phase Transition in Functional Oxide Materials and
Thin Films
• Nano-mechanics of Phase Change Materials and 2D
Materials
• Analytical Microscopy and Imaging
Materials Science
• Drug Delivery System, Biosensors
• Micro porous membranes
• Multifunctional hybrid material
• Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
(K) Shortlisting:
Each school/centre has its own shortlisting committees. These committees set the shortlisting criterion for each
stream. The shortlisting criterion is generally different for each school and each specialization. The minimum
qualifications are advertised in the notification. The shortlisting committees may set higher shortlisting
criterion than advertised. The shortlisted candidates’ details along with shortlisting criterion will be published
on the institute’s website. Shortlisted candidates may receive email regarding the admission procedure details
on the provided Email ID in the application form.
Selected candidates’ details are published in the institute website. Selected candidates will get the admission
offer letter from the academic section along with fee and other details. A waitlist is normally maintained to
offer admission to the deserved candidates. Selected candidate has to pay the fee within the stipulated time
and reserve the seat, since the academic sessions start as per the Institute’s calendar.
Fees details: The fees will be applicable as per the fees of the regular Ph.D program. The detailed fees
structure is available at (https://iitmandi.ac.in/fees).
Tentative institute fee amounts (as per approved fee structure for AY-2022-2023) payable at the time
of Admission (in Rs.)
Indian National Foreign National
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