Ph.D

Completing a PhD course from LNMIIT makes students eligible for broad different career paths, each with the potential for attractive earnings. PhD scholars can look out for job opportunities in the field of academia. One of the most popular career paths amongst PhD scholars is to become a professor. Being a professor, they can expect to start with a salary ranging from INR 7 to INR 8 LPA. However, the students must note that the pay and job title may differ from student to student depending on the student's skill, knowledge, and experience. Scholars can also explore the field of consulting. They can join an established firm that deals with their area of research or set up their own consulting company. 

Research Methodology is a very important aspect of the PhD coursework because it teaches you the basics of thesis writing and the multiple ways in which you can conduct your research for the best results. It covers different types of research approaches and methods to analyze and interpret the information in a way to reach some concrete conclusion. Different research methods are qualitative research where you read between the lines and collect information either through reading material or discussion with people, and quantitative methodology that deals with the collection of numerical data as a part of your research findings through interviews and sample collection.You can also use a mixed approach for your research thesis. You should just make sure that your research has proper backing that is only possible with authentic data collected by you through either means.

The PhD syllabus for different colleges in India differs on the basis of the research topic that you've chosen and the university where you're pursuing the PhD qualification. Some basic elements included in the PhD syllabus structure include advanced coursework your selected subject area, fundamentals of research methodology, regular workshops and seminars, research proposal, phases of thesis work, and the final submission of the research thesis on the basis of which you will be given your doctorate degree.You need to conduct field surveys and online research to come to a conclusion for your research question and the compile all of the data, backed by research findings to present in front of the college committee on the final thesis presentation day.

Following are the types of PhD full-time research scholars along with their details: Types of PhD Research ScholarsPhD DetailsGovernment/ Semi-Government Fellowship RecipientsPhD course scholars who fall under this category are offered financial assistance under Government/ Semi-Government fellowship schemes.Institute research Scholars with Teaching AssistanceAspirants falling under this category of PhD scholars are offered Institute Teaching Assistantships as specified by the MHRD.Indian self-financed CandidatesCandidates are offered a seat in doctoral programmes at institutes depending on their track record and experience. Such candidates are offered admission in PhD programmes offered by the institute by taking part in the standard admission process for PhD courses but such candidates do not receive any financial assistance from the institute.Foreign self-financedCandidates are offered admission through the embassy of their respective country only after they get the necessary 'no objection certificate' from MHRD, Govt of India and other necessary approvals from India's Ministry of External Affairs.Sponsored CandidatesStudents who come in this category of PhD scholars are usually sponsored by Research and Development organisations to do full-time research at the concerned institute.Study Leave CandidatesAspirants falling under this category are given study leave by Government institutes/ companies/ educational institutes for a time duration of less than three years to perform research work at the specified institute. A letter of leave provided by the candidate's institute/ company is necessary to secure admission as a PhD scholar in this category.