
NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte offers fulltime Ph.D. programs for candidates who are not employed. Presently, a fulltime scholar is provided with a stipend of Rs.18,000/- per month for a period of three years. The candidates working on their full-time Ph.D. will remain in the campus either in the Hostel or staff quarters on payment of nominal rent.
The Ph.D. degree is awarded by VTU, Belagavi. All the candidates are expected to abide by the regulations of VTU from time to time. From the year 2022-23 Ph.D degree is awarded by Nitte University.
All the academic departments of NMAM Institute of Technology are recognised as research centers by VTU for pursuing PhD. Presently, there are about 120 students pursuing their Ph.D. across various branches.
Candidates who serve a college/industry can seek admission for part-time PhD programme. The candidates are required to approach the faculty members of the institution who are eligible to guide a candidate for doctoral studies. Ph.D from Nitte University will be offered from the year 2022-23.