The Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering program is designed to develop scholars capable of conducting original research that advances the field of mechanical engineering. The program emphasizes innovation, interdisciplinary research, and academic excellence in mechanical systems and technologies.
Doctoral candidates work under the guidance of experienced faculty to conduct cutting-edge research in specialized areas, contributing to the discipline through publications, patents, and technological advancements.
- Advanced research training with expert faculty supervision
- Interdisciplinary research opportunities in emerging technologies
- Collaborations with industry and national research laboratories
- State-of-the-art research laboratories and testing facilities
- Opportunities for international research collaborations
- Teaching and academic leadership experience
Duration: Minimum 3 Years (Full-time), 4 Years (Part-time)
Eligibility: M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related field with minimum 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA)
Admission Process: Entrance Test followed by Interview
Program Fee: As per University Regulations
THE VISION
"To be a globally recognized center of excellence in mechanical engineering research, producing scholars who innovate and advance knowledge in mechanical systems for societal benefit and technological progress."
THE MISSION
- To provide an intellectually stimulating environment for advanced research in mechanical engineering.
- To mentor doctoral candidates in conducting high-impact research that addresses current and future engineering challenges.
- To foster interdisciplinary collaborations that bridge fundamental research and practical applications.
- To develop academic leaders and researchers who can contribute to both academia and industry.
- To promote sustainable and ethical engineering practices through research.
The Ph.D. program in Mechanical Engineering offers opportunities for advanced research in both fundamental and applied aspects of the field. Our faculty members are actively engaged in cutting-edge research across diverse specializations.
Key Research Areas:
- Thermal Engineering: Heat transfer, combustion, refrigeration, renewable energy systems
- Design Engineering: CAD/CAM, product design, optimization, finite element analysis
- Manufacturing Engineering: Advanced manufacturing, additive manufacturing, precision engineering
- Mechatronics & Robotics: Control systems, automation, industrial robotics
- Materials Science: Composite materials, nanomaterials, material characterization
- Fluid Mechanics: Computational fluid dynamics, multiphase flows, aerodynamics
- Automotive Engineering: Vehicle dynamics, alternative fuels, electric vehicles
- Industrial Engineering: Operations research, quality engineering, supply chain management
Students are encouraged to develop their own research proposals in consultation with faculty advisors.
Dedicated Research Facilities:
- ADVANCED MANUFACTURING RESEARCH LAB
- THERMAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH CENTER
- MECHATRONICS AND ROBOTICS LAB
- MATERIALS SCIENCE RESEARCH LAB
- COMPUTATIONAL MECHANICS FACILITY
Specialized Equipment:
- 3D printers and additive manufacturing systems
- CNC machines and precision manufacturing equipment
- Wind tunnels and fluid dynamics test rigs
- Universal testing machines and material characterization tools
- Thermal imaging and heat transfer measurement systems
- High-performance computing clusters for simulation
- Industrial robots and automation systems
Research scholars have 24/7 access to these facilities to support their doctoral work.