Ph.D Electrical and Electronics Engineering
The PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at GITAM School of Technology, Visakhapatnam Campus, is designed to develop advanced research expertise and deep insight into emerging technologies in the electrical and electronics domains. This programme nurtures innovative thinking and problem-solving abilities, empowering students to tackle complex issues in an ever-evolving technological environment.
The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to combine in-depth theoretical knowledge with substantial hands-on experience, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to contribute to research and development in key areas such as power systems, renewable energy, smart grids, control systems, and industrial automation. Students will engage in cutting-edge research projects that are aligned with both industry advancements and societal needs, enabling them to drive meaningful innovations in the field.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants must hold a Master's degree (MTech or ME) in the relevant engineering field. Additionally, a Bachelor's degree (BE or BTech) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) or an equivalent degree is acceptable.
Scope of the Programme
The PhD in Electrical and Electronics Engineering offers an in-depth exploration of advanced topics such as power systems, control engineering, renewable energy, smart grids, and embedded systems. Doctoral candidates will engage in pioneering research, equipping them for careers across a wide range of industries, including energy, automation, aerospace, and defence.
This programme also provides opportunities in emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and IoT applications in electrical systems, empowering graduates to drive innovation and contribute to transformative technological advancements.
Key Highlights
Application Domain Experience of Faculty
- Power Systems
- Power Quality
- Electrical Machine Design
- Automation and Control
- SMMT and Micro Slides
- Signal Processing
- Sensor Technologies
- Telecom
- Microelectronics
- Electronics Architecture & Protocols
Centres of Excellence & Infrastructure
- Centre for Autonomous Systems
- EMI/EMC Lab
- Communications and Radar Lab
- Signal & Image Processing Lab
- Harvard-Style Classroom
Research Centres
- MURTI Multidisciplinary Research
- NextGen Connectivity Research Lab
- Applied Electromagnetics Lab
Industry & Academic Collaborations
- DRDO
- Bosch
- Capgemini
- L&T
- IIT Guwahati
Venture Development Centre
- Mandatory 2-credit venture development course
- Transcending disciplinary boundaries
- Hands-on learning
- Innovative product creation with business potential
Syllabus
The curriculum is thoughtfully crafted in collaboration with esteemed academic leaders from IITs, NITs, and other top-tier institutions, along with six leading multinational companies.
Standard track course offerings
- IoT & Sensors
- Communications
- AI & ML
- Aerospace & Defense Electronics
- Software Defined Vehicles
- Signal and Image Processing
- Wireless Commucations
- RF & Microwave ICT Systems
- Embeded Systems & IE
- Software Defined Vehicles
Specialisation course bundles offered
- VLSI design
- Industrial Automation
- Tele Communications
- Signal & Image Processing
- Mems and nano technology
Career Options
India's Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) sector is a key driver of technological transformation, advancing industries such as power systems, renewable energy, smart grids, and automation. With India's electrical equipment market forecasted to double in size over the next seven years reaching a market valuation of $130 billion by 2030, PhD graduates in EEE are uniquely positioned for high-impact careers in both industrial and research-oriented sectors.
Are you ready to shape the future of India's electrical and electronics landscape?
Graduates can pursue careers as:
- Research Scientist
- Power Systems Engineer
- Control Systems Engineer
- Renewable Energy Specialist
- Embedded Systems Engineer
- Smart Grid Engineer
- Industrial Automation Engineer
- AI & ML Engineer in Electrical Systems
Star Recruiters
School Leadership
Multidisciplinary and Interdisciplinary Applied Education
Notable Alumni
Dr . Rajendra Pamula
Professor, Department of CSE
Sri. Mallavarapu Surya Teja
I.A.S
Indrakanti Raghuma
Scientist F
K.Narendra
Vice President
Srinivas Iragavarapu
Sr. SDM, Amazon Code Whisperer
Rajanala Hari Hara Kumar
Software Developer
Eswara N V Geratayya
Director
Sunitha Chirla
Applications Technical Analyst
Rama Krishna Addanki
Senior Solution Architect
Viswa Teju Colluru
CEO and Founder
Kalyan Nallaparaju
Associate Director
Eswar Sunil Kumar
VP & Head of India Operations
Prashant Ganji
Senior Scientist - Downstream Process Development
Aravind kshatri
Senior Scientist
Dr. Sushmitha Sundar
Head (Life Sciences) RICH,
Rajesh Chitta
Senior Technology Manager
T.Srinivasan
Registrar
Dr K D D Srikanth
Adjunct faculty
Lakshmi Prasad
Deputy Manager
Nirmal Kumar
Manager
Gangadhar
Deputy Manager
Dr. Manideep Tummalapudi
Assistant Professor , Construction Management
M.Praveen Kumar
IES
KNV Siva Kumar
Assistant Vice President
Dhiraj Varma
Entrepreneur, Director - Technical & Operations
Niranjan Reddy Renati
Grad Year: 2002, Vice President / Country Head at Olam Group, Thailand
Sindhura Polasana Palli
Grad Year: 2002, Sr. Director - Marketing - Keurig Dr Pepper
Maurya Chandra Pydah
Grad Year: 2004, Associate Director at Greenko Group
Krishna Devareyalu Lavu
Grad Year: 2004, MP - TDP, Andhra Pradesh, India
Adarsh Atluri
Grad Year: 2006, Director - Harmony Ventures, Gurgaon, Haryana, India
Srinivasa Raju Namburi
Grad Year: 2006, CEO & Co-founder - BridgeThings Hyderabad, India
Amaranath Dabbara
Grad Year: 1990, Group Software Engineering Manager - Qualtrics, Seattle , USA Greater Seattle Area
Bharath Satti
Grad Year: 1999, Chief Architect, Director R&D - Plymouth Rock Assurance, Greater Boston
Narasimha Bhogavalli
Grad Year: 1990, Director - Tekdynamics Inc, Irving, United States
Vaibhav Sisinty
Grad Year: 2015, CEO - Growth School, Bengaluru, India
Mr. G Srinivasa Rao,
Vice President
Mr. B Raghu Kiran
IRS
Prof. G Sasibhushana
Professor
Mr. D Ashok
Senior Physical Design Engineer
Mr. Murali P
VP Engineering - VLSI
Ms. B V Srilekha
Analog Design Engineer
Dr. Edwin Vijay Kumar
AGM
Dr K V Srinivas
Scientist C
Narasimha Eswara Sarma Munukutla
SCADA Specialist/Principal Engineer
Dr K Narendra Swaroop
Senior Program Manager- Quality
A. Venkata Ramana
Director - Embedded Software
Vasupalli Ganesh Kumar
EX. MLA, VIZAG SOUTH
TLN Sharma
Designation: Software Group Manager Current Organisation: Schaeffler AG, USA
Vijay Rudra Raju
Associate Director Ericcson
B.SREENIVASA REDDY
Scientist H ADA-DRDO, Bengaluru
B.Raghu Kiran
IRS, Joint Commissioner, GST-Hyderabad
Shekhar Movva
Founder and CEO
Dr. Vidya kumari
Associate Professor
Mr. Anand Stanley
President
Smt. V. Shanti
Scientist-F
Prof. P.V.G.D. Prasad Reddy
Former Vice Chancellor
Mr. Partha Datta
Head, Engineering, Design
Infrastructure and Facilities
Fee Structure
Ph.D Electrical and Electronics Engineering
| PhD Mode of Admission | Duration | Application Fee | Annual Fee | Processing Fee (Only one time) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time (Indian Nationals) | 3 Years | INR 1,200 | INR 30,000 | NIL |
| Full-Time (Foreign Nationals) | 3 Years | NIL | USD 2,500 | USD 300 |
| Extramural | 4 Years | INR 1,200 | INR 1,00,000 | NIL |
Scholarships
Scholarships For Accommodation
- In addition, students awarded need-based scholarships after merit scholarships will receive an additional 20% scholarship specifically allocated for hostel fees at GITAM for slabs: 15%, 25%, 40%, and 60%.
- Students awarded 75% & 100% scholarships are also awarded the same percentage in the hostel and food charges.
