Ph. D. in Computer Science and Engineering

Overview

Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Alliance School of Advanced Computing supports the research aspirations of scholars aiming to make impactful contributions to the field. Our programme, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, empowers researchers to push the boundaries of innovation in AI/ML, Data Science, Cyber Security, Cloud Computing, and AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things), while also providing a broad and inclusive platform to explore innovative solutions across various disciplines.

Alliance University admits students with strong academic backgrounds who are highly motivated and have the intellectual curiosity to undertake original research. The Alliance College of Engineering and Design, under the guidance of top-tier faculty promotes learning and research activities that allow doctoral students to master theory and research relevant to their source discipline.

By addressing global challenges, bridging academia-industry gaps, and nurturing collaborative research, our Ph.D. candidates become thought leaders and change agents, contributing to a sustainable and inclusive future. Participate in the collective endeavours to generate substantial impact through research that surpasses conventional limits and promotes positive influences on both local and global communities.

Areas of Research

AI / ML (Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning)

AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things)

Data Science

Cyber Security

Cloud Computing

Programme Structure:

The Ph.D. program in CSE integrates advanced coursework, research methodologies, and practical experiences for comprehensive skill development. Tailor your academic journey to align precisely with your research interests within the chosen specialization.

Eligibility

Applicants holding a master’s degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent Grade in a point scale as may be prescribed by the UGC from time to time, wherever the grading system is followed.
Applicants whose result of the final examination of a programme leading to master’s degree is awaited can be given provisional admission if he / she fulfils other requirements for admission. After the provisional admission the candidate will be required to furnish proof of completing master’s degree with minimum of 55% marks within three months from admission failing which his / her admission will be cancelled.
Applicants holding foreign Degree’s equivalent to that of a Master’s degree study with minimum 55% marks or equivalent Grade in a point scale as may be prescribed by the UGC from time to time, wherever grading system is followed; Provided that applicants with a foreign Degrees shall be admitted to the Ph.D. programme, subject to clearance by the Equivalence Committee of Alliance University.
Applicants having completed M.Phil. Coursework with a minimum 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent Grade, in the UGC point scale and those candidates who having their M.Phil. Dissertation evaluated, but viva-voce is pending, maybe may also be admitted to the Ph.D. programme.
Applicants possessing a degree, approved as equivalent to the M.Phil. Degree in India, obtained from a foreign Educational Institution accredited by the UGC if candidates with a degree from a foreign Institution shall be admitted to the Ph.D. programme, subject to the clearance by the Equivalence Committee of Alliance University.
Admission of candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC, or other reserved categories shall be governed by the Karnataka State Rules in this regard, from time to time.
Students from a four-year undergraduate programme (with Honors) can enroll directly if they have scored 75% or above, with a 5% relaxation for specified categories as per UGC regulations. Those who have scored between 55% and 75% may qualify after completing either a one-year master's programme or a bridging course of 36-40 credits.
(Refer National Credit Framework NCrF 2024).
For students from a three-year undergraduate programme, Ph.D. eligibility requires the completion of a bridging programme of 36-40 credits along with the necessary coursework.
(Refer National Credit Framework NCrF 2024).

Salient Features

Research fellowship of Rs.35,000 per month and a contingency grant of Rs.25,000 per year for full-time scholars.

Rs.1 lakh funding support on case by case basis once during the programme for attending International Conferences / Seminars.

Rs.30,000 per year funding support for attending national workshops if scholar is not availing any funding support from the agency.

Facility for transfer of research scholars from other universities or research institutions to Alliance University and vice-versa.

Specific provisions and relaxations with respect to women research scholars and specially-abled persons.

Extensive interaction and guidance with luminaries including 40+ Ivy League supervisors and faculty listed among top 2% scientists.

Rs.10 Crores revolving fund for entrepreneurial initiatives.

Centres of Excellence, fostering innovation and cutting-edge research.

Research projects worth 75+ Crores from government and non-government agencies.

Central Instrumentation Facility - AU-STIC established to serve as the cornerstone of scientific advancement, offering researchers access to state-of-the-art equipments.

Numerous subscribed databases such as IEEE, Scopus, Scival, Ebsco, Dervent, Case Center, and Harvard Case studies.

Our institution has achieved 1,772 SCOPUS-indexed publications with 7,832 citations and an H-index of 41, averaging 4.2 citations per paper, with 65% of articles in Quartile 1 and 2 journals, 60% of publications cited by top 10% journals, a field-weighted citation impact of 1.93, and 34% of papers produced through international collaboration.

Facilities and Resources:

Alliance University offers state-of-the-art laboratories, research centers, and computing facilities dedicated to supporting Ph.D. candidates. Our commitment to providing advanced resources ensures you have the tools needed for successful research outcomes.