PhD Program
PhD Program Overview
Advancing knowledge through rigorous doctoral research and academic excellence
19
Research Supervisors
41
PhD Scholars
4
Research Centers
51
PhD Vacancies
PhD Research Centers
Institute-level PhD Coordinator: Dr. Sandip T. Mali
| Sr. No. | Programme Name | PhD Coordinator | No. of Guides | No. of PhD Scholars | No. of PhD Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer Engineering | Dr. Meghana Lokhande | 6 | 12 | 10 |
| 2 | E&TC Engineering | Dr. Dipti Khurge | 6 | 16 | 16 |
| 3 | Mechanical Engineering | Dr. Neeta A. Mandhare | 5 | 12 | 18 |
| 4 | Civil Engineering | Dr. Shailendra P. Banne | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| Total | 19 | 41 | 51 | ||
PhD Program Components
Comprehensive resources and information for prospective and current doctoral scholars
Supervisors & Scholars
Connect with experienced research supervisors and explore our vibrant doctoral research community.
Our faculty comprises distinguished researchers with expertise across diverse engineering and technology domains. Browse supervisor profiles, research interests, current scholars, and ongoing research work to find the perfect match for your doctoral journey.
Expert Supervisors
Experienced faculty members recognized as research supervisors by SPPU
Active Scholars
Doctoral candidates pursuing cutting-edge research across departments
Research Domains
Multiple specializations in emerging technology and engineering areas
Academic Excellence
Quality research output with international publications and patents
Course Work & Regulations
Comprehensive guidelines on PhD course work requirements, academic regulations, and program structure.
Understand the complete roadmap of your doctoral journey including course work credits, research methodology requirements, examination patterns, thesis guidelines, and SPPU regulations. Access detailed information on timelines, documentation, and compliance requirements.
Course Work
Structured curriculum with mandatory research methodology and specialization courses
SPPU Guidelines
Official regulations and policies governing the PhD program
Program Timeline
Clear milestones from admission to thesis submission and viva voce
Assessment Criteria
Comprehensive evaluation framework for coursework and research progress
Research Focus Areas
Explore our diverse research domains and specializations available for doctoral studies
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Deep learning, neural networks, computer vision, natural language processing, and AI applications in various domains
Internet of Things & Embedded Systems
IoT architectures, sensor networks, edge computing, smart systems, and embedded system design
Cybersecurity & Cryptography
Network security, blockchain technology, information security, cryptographic protocols, and security analytics
Cloud Computing & Big Data
Distributed systems, data analytics, cloud architectures, scalability, and big data processing frameworks
Renewable Energy & Power Systems
Solar energy, wind power, smart grids, energy storage, and sustainable power generation technologies
Wireless Communication & Networks
5G/6G technologies, wireless sensor networks, mobile communications, and advanced networking protocols
Join Our Doctoral Research Community
Embark on your PhD journey with PCCoE and contribute to cutting-edge research in emerging technologies. Our experienced supervisors and world-class research infrastructure provide the perfect environment for academic excellence.