Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
Candidates must have a Master’s degree (M.Tech/M.E/M.Sc/M.Phil/MBA/MCA) or equivalent in a relevant field from a recognized university.
A minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA (50% for SC/ST candidates) is required in the qualifying examination.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates must qualify in the JNTU Kakinada Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) or have a valid GATE/NET/SLET/SET score.
Those who have qualified for UGC/CSIR-JRF or other fellowships are exempt from the entrance test.
Interview:
Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exam or fellowship scores will be called for an interview.
The final selection is based on the candidate’s performance in the interview and their academic record.
Application Process:
Visit the official JNTU Kakinada website.
Fill out the Ph.D. application form online.
Upload the required documents (mark sheets, certificates, etc.).
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the application form before the deadline.
Average Salary After Ph.D.:
The average salary for Ph.D. holders from JNTU Kakinada varies depending on the field of study, research area, and industry demand.
In general, Ph.D. graduates can expect an average starting salary of ?6-12 lakhs per annum in academia, research organizations, or industries.
In some specialized fields (e.g., engineering, computer science, or biotechnology), salaries can go up to ?15-20 lakhs per annum or higher, especially in private sectors or multinational companies.
Career Opportunities:
Academic positions (Assistant Professor, Researcher, etc.).
Research and Development (R&D) roles in industries.
Government research organizations (ISRO, DRDO, CSIR, etc.).
Consultancy and advisory roles in private and public sectors.