Mehta Family School of
Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

The Data Science Department offers two postgraduate research programs: M.S. (By Research) in Data Science and Ph.D. in Data Science.

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Ph.D. in Data Science

The Ph.D. in Data Science is a postgraduate research program focused on conducting original and impactful research that advances the state of the art in Data Science. The program emphasizes high-quality research leading to publications in top-tier conferences and journals. For detailed information about the program, including eligibility, academic requirements, and other policies, please refer to the Rules and Regulations.

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M.S. (By Research) in Data Science

The M.S. (By Research) in Data Science is a research-oriented postgraduate program that provides a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue a Ph.D. or build a research career in industry. For detailed information about the program, including eligibility, academic requirements, and other policies, please refer to the Rules and Regulations.

Introduction

The Data Science Department invites applications for admission to its Ph.D. and M.S. (By Research) programs in Data Science from candidates interested in pursuing advanced research. Admissions are offered under various categories, including Full-Time and Part-Time programs, subject to the applicable eligibility criteria and institute regulations. Candidates can submit their applications through the IIT Palakkad Research Admissions Portal.

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Admission Cycles

Admissions are conducted twice a year:

Admission Cycle	Advertisement	Interviews	Program Commencement
May Cycle	March	May	July
December Cycle	September	December	January

Ph.D. scholars are generally supported through various funding mechanisms during their studies. Available sources of financial support may include:

• Teaching Assistantships
• Project-funded research positions
• Sponsored/External positions
• External fellowships, such as:
  • Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF)
  • Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme for Electronics & IT
  • TCS Research Scholars Programme
  • Google Ph.D. Fellowship
  • Other fellowships and funding opportunities offered by external agencies

The availability of specific funding opportunities may vary depending on the source of funding, eligibility criteria, and applicable institute policies.