The Institute of Infrastructure Technology Research and Management (IITRAM), located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is a state-funded autonomous institution. It offers part-time Ph.D. programs in various disciplines, including Engineering, Sciences, and Management. The part-time Ph.D. is designed for working professionals who wish to pursue research while continuing their employment.
A Master’s degree (M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc./M.A./MBA or equivalent) in a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
For SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates, a relaxation of 5% is applicable.
Candidates must have a valid GATE/NET score or equivalent (if applicable).
Working professionals with at least 2 years of work experience are preferred.
Online Application: Visit the official IITRAM website and fill out the online application form for Ph.D. admissions.
Document Submission: Upload required documents such as academic transcripts, work experience certificates, research proposal, and valid scorecards (if applicable).
Application Fee: Pay the application fee online (varies for general and reserved categories).
Shortlisting based on academic qualifications and research proposal.
Written test and/or interview conducted by IITRAM.
Final selection based on performance in the interview and availability of guides in the chosen research area.
Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science and Engineering
Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
Humanities and Social Sciences
Management Studies
The entire admission process, from application submission to fee payment, is conducted online.
Candidates can track their application status through the IITRAM admission portal.
Interviews may be conducted online for outstation or international candidates.
The fee structure for part-time Ph.D. programs at IITRAM is relatively affordable compared to other institutions.
Approximate Fees:
Tuition Fee: ?20,000–?30,000 per year (may vary based on category and research area).
Other Charges: Examination fees, library fees, and other miscellaneous charges may apply.
The salary after completing a Ph.D. from IITRAM depends on the field of research, industry, and job role.
Approximate Salary Range:
Academia/Research: ?6–12 LPA (Lecturer/Assistant Professor/Research Scientist).
Industry: ?8–20 LPA (depending on the sector and role).
Government/Public Sector: ?7–15 LPA.
Flexibility to balance work and research.
Guidance from experienced faculty.
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
Opportunities for interdisciplinary research.