The Institute of Infrastructure Technology Research and Management (IITRAM) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, offers a Distance Ph.D. program in various disciplines related to infrastructure, technology, and management. Below is an overview of the admission process, entrance-based selection, answer key, and recruitment sectors for the Distance Ph.D. program at IITRAM:
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree (M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc./MBA/M.A.) in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
Relaxation in marks is provided for reserved categories as per government norms.
Candidates with a valid GATE/NET/JRF score are often preferred.
Application Process:
Applications are submitted online through the official IITRAM website.
Required documents include academic transcripts, research proposal, recommendation letters, and proof of eligibility.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates without a valid GATE/NET/JRF score must appear for an entrance exam conducted by IITRAM.
The exam typically consists of subject-specific questions and a research aptitude test.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview to assess their research potential and alignment with the institute’s research areas.
After the entrance exam, IITRAM releases a provisional answer key on its official website.
Candidates can raise objections (if any) within a specified timeframe.
The final answer key is published after resolving objections, and results are declared based on it.
Selection is based on:
Performance in the entrance exam (if applicable).
Interview performance.
Academic record and research proposal.
Candidates with valid GATE/NET/JRF scores are exempt from the entrance exam but must appear for the interview.
After completing a Ph.D. from IITRAM, graduates can explore opportunities in:
Academia: As professors, researchers, or postdoctoral fellows in universities and research institutions.
Research and Development (R&D): In industries related to infrastructure, technology, and management.
Government Sector: In organizations like ISRO, DRDO, CPWD, and other public sector undertakings.
Private Sector: In construction, IT, consulting, and infrastructure development companies.
Entrepreneurship: Starting their own ventures in infrastructure or technology domains.
Sustainable Infrastructure
Urban Planning and Development
Renewable Energy and Environmental Engineering
Transportation Systems
Structural Engineering and Materials
Technology Management and Policy