School of Quantum Science, Computing & AI
Rathinam Global (Deemed to be University) offers dynamic, Doctoral Programmes (Ph.D.) that cultivate scholarly excellence, ethical inquiry and interdisciplinary knowledge creation — in alignment with UGC Regulations 2022, NHEQF 2023 and NEP 2020.
The University fosters a vibrant ecosystem that empowers research scholars to address contemporary academic, scientific, technological, industrial, environmental and societal challenges through impactful research and innovation.
Why Pursue Ph.D. at RGU
Research at a Glance
Research Oriented learning Environment
Full-Time, Part-Time & Integrated Ph.D.
Interdisciplinary Research Opportunities
Experienced Faculty Mentors & Supervisors
Industry-supported Research Ecosystem
Publication and patent support
Innovation and entrepreneurship exposure
Global Immersion
Opportunity for collaborative and funded research
Academic Flexibility aligned to facilitate start-ups
Future-Focused Research Ecosystems
Advancing breakthrough ideas through collaborative research across science, technology, design, sustainability, and human development.
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Research at a Glance
Cumulative research output and impact recorded by the Directorate of Research, Development & Innovation.
Research Areas & Emerging Themes
Flexible Ph.D. Programme Modes
Research Environment
RGU nurtures research through labs, collaborations, events, resources and entrepreneurship support designed for emerging scholars.
State-of-the-art research centres and laboratories
Industry–academia partnerships
National and global research collaborations
Seminars, conferences and faculty development programmes
Access to e-journals, research databases and digital libraries
Innovation & entrepreneurship initiatives at AIC RaISE
Additional Support
Research publication incentives
Conference participation support
Patent filing & innovation support
Collaborative research initiatives
Access to funded research projects
Admission Process
Admissions open twice every year — the June–July and December–January sessions.
RPET exemption for UGC/CSIR-NET-JRF, GATE, DBT-JRF, ICMR-JRF, INSPIRE, SET/SLET & equivalent qualifiers.
Submit the duly completed online application (Form 1) before the notified deadline.
School-wise committee scrutinises qualifications and supporting documents.
70% weightage — 50% Research Methodology + 50% Subject Specialization.
30% weightage — present your skills, interests and research aptitude.
Recognised supervisors are allotted based on research interest & expertise.
Doctoral Admissions Open
Ph.D. admissions are open for the June–July and December–January sessions across Engineering, Sciences, Management, Commerce, Liberal Arts & emerging interdisciplinary areas.