Company Description The Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani is a highly selective Indian university recognized for excellence in science, technology, and humanities, with an acceptance rate of approximately 1.47%. It has consistently ranked among the top higher education institutions in India and is known for rigorous, merit-based admission, including the BITSAT examination. Established from a group of colleges founded in the early 1900s and unified in 1964, BITS Pilani has grown into a university of international standing. Its graduates work worldwide across engineering, science, and commerce, reflecting the institute’s strong technical foundation and entrepreneurial ethos. The fully residential, privately supported campus is located in Vidya Vihar, adjacent to the town of Pilani in Rajasthan.
Role Description The Fully Funded PhD Position at BITS Pilani is a full time, on-site role based at the Pilani campus. The PhD candidate will conduct original research under faculty supervision, including literature review, experimental or theoretical work, data collection,



analysis, and publication of results in peer-reviewed venues. Day-to-day responsibilities include attending and contributing to seminars, group meetings, and coursework (as required), collaborating with research teams, and presenting progress to supervisors and committees. The candidate will be expected to contribute to the academic environment, which may include assisting in laboratory work, mentoring junior students, and limited teaching or tutorial support as assigned. The position is fully funded, subject to satisfactory academic and research performance and adherence to institute policies.
Qualifications
Strong academic background with a relevant master’s degree (or equivalent) in the chosen discipline (e.g., engineering, science, or humanities) from a recognized institution.
Demonstrated research aptitude, including ability to conduct literature reviews, design studies or experim

📌 Fully Funded PhD Position at BITS Pilani
🏢 Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
📍 Pilani