Fees
Fees at CMR Institute of Technology for the Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A) program vary based on the admission criteria. For government seats through KEA or PGCET, the total fee ranges from 110,000 to 115,000 per year, including tuition, lab, registration, and other miscellaneous charges. For management quota admissions, the program fee is significantly higher, ranging from 200,000 to 300,000 annually.
Eligibility-based scholarships, such as the SSP scholarship provided by the state government, are available to aid with financial assistance. However, the availability and amount of the scholarship depend on factors such as income level and student category. Additionally, the college has fixed annual fees for the duration of the course, without any mid-course fee hikes.
Exam fees, charged separately, are not included in the tuition.
About Ph.D
CMR Institute of Technology, Bengaluru offers a Ph.D programme across ten disciplines spanning engineering, basic sciences, and management. Affiliated to VTU and NAAC A++ accredited, the doctoral degree runs for a minimum of three years in both full-time and part-time modes. The total programme fee is INR 1,83,600, with admission through the VTU research entrance test followed by an interview before the doctoral committee.
Ph.D applications for the 2026-27 session are open following the June 2026 notification. The last date to apply is July 2026, with the research entrance test and interview scheduled for August 2026 and provisional registration in September 2026.
Key Points
- Departments function as VTU-recognised research centres with allotted supervisors.
- Doctoral coursework precedes original research and thesis submission.
- Research spans engineering, basic sciences, and management specializations.
- A part-time research category is available for working professionals.
- Located on the Whitefield campus with strong Bengaluru industry linkages.
CMRIT Ph.D Fees 2026
The Ph.D fee at CMRIT is uniform across all specializations at INR 1,83,600 for the three-year programme, charged as an annual research fee of INR 61,200. Fees are regulated by the affiliating university, and hostel and other charges are payable separately.
| Specialization | Total Fees |
|---|---|
| Ph.D Business Administration (Full Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Chemistry (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Civil Engineering (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Computer Applications (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Computer Science and Engineering (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Electronics and Communication Engineering (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Mathematics (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Mechanical Engineering (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
| Ph.D Physics (Full Time / Part Time) | INR 1,83,600 |
- Fees is subject to change, please verify with official sources before admission.
CMRIT Ph.D Admission 2026
Admission to the CMRIT Ph.D programme is through the VTU research entrance test followed by an interview before the doctoral committee. Candidates apply via the affiliating university research portal with a research synopsis and proposed supervisor details.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification and Application Opens | June 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | July 2026 |
| Research Entrance Test and Interview | August 2026 |
| Provisional Registration | September 2026 |
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- A master’s degree in the relevant engineering, science, or management discipline from a recognised university.
- A minimum of 55 percent aggregate, relaxed to 50 percent for Karnataka SC/ST/OBC candidates.
- A valid research entrance test score and interview clearance.
Admission Process
- Qualify the VTU research entrance test conducted by the affiliating university.
- Submit the research application with synopsis, transcripts, and proposed supervisor details.
- Attend the interview before the doctoral committee for shortlisting.
- Complete provisional registration and pay the prescribed fee on selection.
- Begin coursework and research under the allotted supervisor at CMRIT.
✓ Opt for this if
- You seek an academic or research career in Bengaluru.
- You are a working professional needing a part-time doctorate.
- You value an affordable VTU-regulated research fee.
- You want engineering, science, or management research supervision.
✗ Skip if
- You need a funded full-time fellowship with stipend.
- You want an IIM, IISc, or IIT research brand.
- You prefer a non-VTU doctoral framework.
CMRIT Ph.D Scholarships 2026
Doctoral scholars at CMRIT can access state and central research support. Karnataka-domicile SC/ST scholars are eligible for full fee reimbursement, while institutional and central fellowships are available subject to eligibility.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST research scholars |
| Institutional Research Fellowship | As per institute norms | Eligible full-time research scholars |
| AICTE/UGC Research Support | As per scheme | Scholars meeting central research scheme criteria |
- Fellowships are subject to availability and eligibility.
CMRIT Ph.D FAQs
Ques. Does CMRIT offer a part-time Ph.D for working professionals?
Ans. Yes. Most disciplines, including Chemistry, Civil, CSE, EEE, ECE, Mathematics, Mechanical, Physics, and Computer Applications, are offered in both full-time and part-time research modes, letting working professionals pursue a doctorate alongside their jobs.
Ques. Which disciplines can I pursue a Ph.D in at CMRIT?
Ans. CMRIT offers doctoral research in ten disciplines: Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics, Electronics and Communication, and Mechanical Engineering, plus Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Computer Applications, and Business Administration.
Ques. Is the Ph.D fee the same across all specializations?
Ans. Yes. The fee is uniform at INR 1,83,600 for the full three-year programme regardless of the discipline chosen, billed as INR 61,200 per year as a university-regulated research fee.
Ques. How long does the CMRIT Ph.D take to complete?
Ans. The minimum duration is three years, covering doctoral coursework, original research, and thesis submission. The actual time taken depends on the scholar’s research progress and supervisor approval.
Ques. Can SC/ST scholars get full fee reimbursement?
Ans. Yes. Karnataka-domicile SC/ST research scholars are eligible for full fee reimbursement through the state portal, which should be applied for soon after provisional registration is confirmed.
Ques. What careers follow a Ph.D from CMRIT?
Ans. Doctoral graduates take up roles as academicians, research scientists, consultants, policy analysts, and senior R&D or advisory professionals across academia, research organisations, industry, and the public sector.