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In the realm of academia, research is the cornerstone of innovation and progress. The pursuit of knowledge through rigorous inquiry and investigation fuels our understanding of the world around us. To foster this spirit of research, the Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme for Electronics and IT has opened its doors to aspiring scholars. This article provides an in-depth exploration of this prestigious program, outlining its key facets and eligibility criteria.

Understanding the Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme

The Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme is an esteemed initiative designed to promote research excellence in the fields of electronics and information technology. It is a beacon for those seeking to delve into the intricacies of Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) and IT/IT Enabled Services (IT/ITES). Aspiring researchers are invited to embark on a journey of discovery, innovation, and scholarly achievement.

Application Timeline

Before we delve into the eligibility criteria and application process, let’s take a look at the crucial dates you need to mark on your calendar:

• Opening date for online application: 11th September, 2023
• Last date for submission of online application: 5th October, 2023

Thrust Areas of Research

The Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme offers a diverse range of research areas, ensuring that scholars can align their interests with the program’s objectives. Here are the key thrust areas:

1. Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM)

• Semiconductor device design and fabrication
• Sensors and biomimetic devices
• Semiconducting and nanostructured materials
• System-on-chip design
• Analog and digital CMOS IC design
• RF and mixed signal IC design
• Electric Vehicle Subsystems
• Power Management Circuits
• Power Semiconductor Devices
• 3D-NAND Flash Memory
• Semiconductor Device Modeling and Simulation
• Emerging Nanoscale Devices
• Advanced communication systems and wireless communications
• Thermal management of electronics
• RF and Microwave Circuits
• VLSI Architecture Design
• Reconfigurable Computing
• AI Hardware accelerators

2. IT/IT Enabled Services (IT/ITES)

• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Natural Language Processing
• Internet-of-Things
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Multi-Robot Systems
• Distributed Systems
• Algorithms
• Computer Vision
• Visual Surveillance
• Intelligent Transportation Systems
• Software Defined Networks
• Cryptography and Network Security
• Formal Methods for Testing and Verification
• Languages, Compilers
• High-Performance Computing Architecture
• Systems for extended reality
• Low-power embedded and high-performance computing systems
• Generalizable and scalable specialization for domain-specific systems
• TinyML
• Edge Computing
• Speech and audio signal processing

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for admission to this prestigious program, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Hold an M. Tech./ME or equivalent degree in appropriate disciplines, with a minimum of 60% marks or a 6.5 CGPA (on a 10-point scale). GATE qualification in an appropriate discipline is mandatory.OR
• Possess a B Tech/BE or equivalent degree in relevant disciplines with a minimum of 70% marks or a 7.5 CGPA (on a 10-point scale). GATE qualification in an appropriate discipline is mandatory.
• Maintain a minimum of 60% marks or a 6.5 CGPA (on a 10-point scale) in all other examinations from Class 10 onwards. A relaxation of up to 5% marks in secondary/higher secondary/equivalent examinations is permissible.
• The minimum qualifying degree required for seeking admission to the Ph.D. program is M. Tech/ME/MS/M.Sc (Engg.) or B. Tech/BE/B.Sc (Engg.).

GATE/NET Disciplines for PhD Admission

• Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering (EE)
  • Electronic Science (Code-88)
  • Instrumentation (IN)
• Computer Science and Engineering
  • Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)
  • Computer Science and Applications (Code-87)
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)
  • Electronic Science (Code-88)
  • Instrumentation Engineering (IN)
  • Electrical Engineering (EE)
• Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering (ME)

Selection Procedure

The selection process for the Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Fellowship Scheme is designed to identify the most promising scholars. It comprises both a written test and an interview, with the following weightage:

• Written Test: 40%
• Interview: 60%

Schools offering the program may set specific cut-off scores for the written test and/or interview based on their requirements. Final selection is based on a candidate’s combined performance in both the written test and interview.

Application Fee

As part of the application process, candidates are required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee structure is as follows:

• For General, General (EWS), and OBC Candidates: Rs. 500/-
• For SC/ST/PwD Candidates: Rs. 250/-
• Application Fee (Non-refundable) for Foreign Nationals: USD 50

It’s important to note that once the application fee is paid, it cannot be refunded under any circumstances. Female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

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