Research degrees
Ph.D., MS and M.Sc. by Research
Research degrees at DL CARD (Dr. LAL Centre for Advanced Research & Development), offered in association with European International University (EIU), Paris, France.
At a glance
The three research degrees differ in their entry qualification, minimum duration and the research areas on offer.
| Programme | Minimum duration | Entry qualification | Minimum marks | Broad research areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. by Research | Minimum 3 years | Two-year Master's or M.Phil. degree | 55% or an equivalent grade | 12 |
| MS by Research | Minimum 2 years | Three-year Bachelor's degree | 60% or an equivalent grade | 10 |
| M.Sc. by Research | Confirmed at admission | Three-year Bachelor's degree | 60% or an equivalent grade | 3 |
Admission
- Preference is given to candidates who qualify in national-level entrance tests.
- Admission is purely merit-based; no caste- or religion-based relaxation applies.
Awarding body
The programmes are offered in association with European International University (EIU), Paris, France.
Ask the admissions team about the awarding university and the degree certificate.
Ph.D. by Research (Doctor of Philosophy)
Minimum 3 years
Eligibility
The minimum qualification for admission to a Ph.D. programme is normally a two-year Master's or M.Phil. degree in the relevant field from any approved Indian or foreign university. Applicants must have obtained 55% marks or an equivalent grade in the Master's or M.Phil. degree.
- Preference is given to candidates who qualify in national-level entrance tests.
- Admission is purely merit-based; no caste- or religion-based relaxation applies.
Broad research areas
Each area has its own specialisations, which you choose in the application form.
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Education
- Arts & Science
- Psychology
- Forensic Science
- Management Law
- Biotechnology
Further areas are listed on the Research areas page.
MS by Research
Minimum 2 years
Eligibility
The minimum qualification for admission to an MS by Research programme is normally a three-year Bachelor's degree in the relevant field from any approved Indian or foreign university. Applicants must have obtained 60% marks or an equivalent grade in undergraduate studies.
- Preference is given to candidates who qualify in national-level entrance tests.
- Admission is purely merit-based; no caste- or religion-based relaxation applies.
Broad research areas
Each area has its own specialisations, which you choose in the application form.
- Aerospace Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Education
- Arts & Science
- Psychology
- Forensic Science
Further areas are listed on the Research areas page.
M.Sc. by Research
Ask the admissions team about the duration
Eligibility
The minimum qualification for admission to an M.Sc. by Research programme is normally a three-year Bachelor's degree in the relevant field from any approved Indian or foreign university. Applicants must have obtained 60% marks or an equivalent grade in undergraduate studies.
- Preference is given to candidates who qualify in national-level entrance tests.
- Admission is purely merit-based; no caste- or religion-based relaxation applies.
Broad research areas
Each area has its own specialisations, which you choose in the application form.
- Education
- Arts & Science
- Psychology
Further areas are listed on the Research areas page.
The research-degree journey
The stages below follow the forms that scholars complete during their research degree.
- Stage 1
Application and admission
Apply online with your degree certificates, résumé, photo and ID, and choose your research area and specialisation.
- Stage 2
Topic and course approval
Submit your research topic, its objectives and your proposed coursework for approval.
- Stage 3
Research Methodology (RM 101)
Complete the Research Methodology coursework.
- Stage 4
Research Advisory Committee (RAC) approval
The Research Advisory Committee approves your tentative title and abstract.
- Stage 5
Topic Proposal Seminar (TPS)
Present your topic proposal to the committee and your supervisor.
- Stage 6
Publications
Publish your research outcomes before you submit the thesis.
- Stage 7
Thesis submission
Submit the thesis with the mandatory enclosures. Three evaluators review it.
- Stage 8
Award
The degree is awarded after a successful evaluation.
The time you spend at each stage depends on your programme and your progress. Your supervisor and the Research Advisory Committee guide you from one stage to the next.
The similarity (plagiarism) limit for the thesis is set out in the submission checklist of the mandatory enclosures.
Research at LIPS is expected to follow recognised standards of research integrity and ethics.
Scholar documents
Download the forms you need at each stage. Word documents can be filled in before you print and sign them.
- Application for Topic & Course ApprovalSubmit your research topic with three objectives and your proposed coursework for approval by your supervisor and the Research Advisory Committee.
- Research Methodology (RM 101) syllabusObjectives, ten units, textbooks and recommended video courses of the Research Methodology coursework.
- Research Advisory Committee (RAC) approval formApproval of your tentative title and abstract (up to 500 words) by the Research Advisory Committee, for Ph.D. and M.S. scholars.
- Topic Proposal Seminar (TPS) formRecord of your topic proposal seminar: title, objectives, checks on topic approval, coursework and publications, and the comments of the committee and your supervisor.
- Ph.D. thesis submission: mandatory enclosuresAnnexures to submit with your thesis: your self-declaration, your supervisor's undertaking, the proposed evaluation team, your research outcomes and the submission checklist.
Fees
Fees for each research degree for the current academic year are published here once confirmed. Until then, the admissions team will tell you the fee for your programme.
Start your research degree
Choose your programme, research area and specialisation in one application.