Doctoral Programme
PhD in Computer Science & Engineering
IIIT Hyderabad · 5-Year Research Doctorate
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (University)
74
Program Duration
5 Years
Batch Intake
50
Average CTC (2025)
₹20 LPA
Investment
₹2.5L total
~₹0.5L per year
- Annual Tuition Fee₹50,000per year
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
Degree in Computer Science or Related Engineering fields.
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
85%
Top recruiters
5-Year Research Roadmap
Year +0
Year 1: Coursework
Foundation courses and research immersion
Year +1
Comprehensive Exam
Qualifying examination before full-time research
Year +2
Deep Research
Original contribution and paper submissions
Year +4
Dissertation Defense
Thesis submission and viva voce
Year +5
Doctoral Award
PhD conferred
Stipends, Hostels & Global Visits Included
Curriculum highlights include fellowships with stipends, hostel accommodation, and international research visits. With total tuition of just ₹2.5 lakhs over 5 years, the ROI is strong for a tier-1 research doctorate.
The verdict
Strong fit
IIIT-H is a research powerhouse and this PhD is built for students who want to publish and build. With a total fee of only ₹2.5 lakhs, an average CTC of ₹20 LPA, and recruiters spanning Google Research, NVIDIA, and top global labs, the financial and career upside is massive—if you can handle the 5-year rigour. Skip only if you want a quick industry exit or dislike deep academic work.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Deep research & innovation
- ✓ Low-cost doctorate with stipend
- ✓ Careers in R&D labs
- ✓ International academic exposure
Doesn't match
- ✗ Fast-track employment
- ✗ Entrepreneurship-only focus
- ✗ Minimal academic writing