Research And Industry
About Research
1. Deputation of Faculty for Ph.D. Programme
Started on 24/04/1992.
Financial assistance offered:
75% of gross salary for 3 years (extendable to 4th year).
Revised to 65% of gross salary in 2011.
Faculty must rejoin SIT after Ph.D.
Mandatory bond: Faculty must serve SIT for 5 years after completing Ph.D.
Discontinuation penalty: Repayment of full allowance + 12% interest.
Total beneficiaries (1992–Dec 2021): 136 faculty members
2. Deputation for Post-Doctoral Programmes
Eligibility: Faculty with completed Ph.D.
Duration: 1 year with full salary.
Total beneficiaries (2016–2022): 5 faculty members
3. Undergraduate Research Initiative (UG Research)
Not applicable to students under the 160-credit scheme.
Credits: 6 credits assigned to UG research.
Team: Individual or group of two students (same/different departments).
Exemptions: PE-1 (V sem) and PE-2 (VI sem) waived on successful research.
Process:
Identify guide(s), submit topic and form to HoD in V semester.
Interdisciplinary projects allowed with co-guides.
Deliverables: Paper publication / Patent / PoC.
Evaluation:
Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE) throughout.
Final SEE in VII or VIII semester.
Credits added to semester when SEE is completed.
Discontinuation:
Allowed at any time; must complete PE-1 and PE-2 to graduate.
Can extend research until program end; SEE counted as first attempt.
4. Incentives for Faculty Research
| Category | Incentive (INR) |
|---|---|
| International Journal Publications | ₹4,000 |
| National Journal Publications | ₹2,000 |
| Books with ISBN | ₹5,000 |
| Patents | ₹5,000 |
| Sponsored Research Projects | 1% of grant amount |
Incentives shared among SIT authors if multiple contributors.
Same policy for books and book chapters.
Current Sponsored R&D Projects: ₹1014.39 Lakhs ongoing
5. Support for M.Tech Publications
Mandatory for all M.Tech students to publish project work.
Funding provided for:
Scopus/Web of Science indexed conferences.
Registration and travel allowance.
Approved by: 26th Academic Council on 26/12/2015
6. Seed/Startup Research Grants for Young Faculty
Seed funding to initiate research in their area of interest.
Equipment procurement allowed from seed money.
Additional support for fund shortfalls under sponsored grants.
7. SIT Research Assistantship for Ph.D. Scholars
- Amount: ₹18,000/month for 24 scholars annually.
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Eligibility:
- First-class UG & PG degree.
- Registered Ph.D. in SIT research centers under VTU.
- Not already on deputation or receiving another fellowship.
Department-wise Allocation:
| Sl.No. | Specialization | No. of Assistantships |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civil Engineering | 2 |
| 2 | Mechanical Engineering | 4 |
| 3 | Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 1 |
| 4 | Telecommunication Engineering | 1 |
| 5 | Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering | 2 |
| 6 | Computer Science & Engineering | 3 |
| 7 | Industrial Engineering & Management | 1 |
| 8 | Chemical Engineering | 1 |
| 9 | Biotechnology | 1 |
| 10 | MBA | 1 |
| 11 | MCA | 1 |
| 12 | Nano-Technology | 1 |
| 13 | Physics | 1 |
| 14 | Chemistry | 1 |
| 15 | Mathematics | 1 |
| Total | 24 |
Selection Process:
- Public advertisement on website and newspapers.
- Written test + Interview.
- Syllabus based on GATE and core fundamentals.
- Conducted by external faculty only.
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Exam Pattern:
- 30 MCQs (1 mark each)
- 15 NATs (2 marks each)
Conditions:
- Offer letter includes terms for quality research.
- Bi-annual progress review for continuation.
Advisory Council
- The Research Advisory Council is reconstituted with the following composition for a period of two years w.e.f. 31-07-2020
- Principal, SIT, Tumakuru – Chairman.
- Dr. A Veeraraghavan, Professor, Department of Civil Engg., IIT Madras, Chennai – Member
- Dr. Ajit T Kalghatgi, Chairman & Managing Director (Retd.), Bharat Electronics Ltd. Bangalore – Member
- Dr. J. M. Mallikarjuna, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering IIT Madras, Chennai – member
- Dr. B B Amberker, Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engg., National Institute of Technology, Warangal – Member
- Dr. Gopal Naik, Professor & Chair, Economics and social sciences, IIM Bangalore – Member
- Dr. U.Chandrashekhar, Program Director AddWize in Wipro3D, Bangalore – Member.
- Dr. Mahadeva Prasanna, Dean (FW, R&D), Professor, Dept. of Electrical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dharwad, Karnataka, India – Member
- Dr. Lalit Kumar, Former Director, MTRDC, DRDO, Bangalore, Karnataka, India – Member
- Dr. N R Sunitha, Professor, Dept. of CSE, SIT, Tumkur – Co-ordinator
Research Facilities
At SIT, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and inquiry. Our institution provides world-class research infrastructure across various departments to support both faculty and student-led projects. From advanced laboratories to interdisciplinary research centers, we ensure an environment that encourages exploration, experimentation, and excellence.
For a detailed overview of the available research facilities, specialized equipment, and departmental resources:
Research Guides
SIT boasts a distinguished panel of research guides across various disciplines, approved by recognized universities and research bodies. Our faculty members actively mentor scholars in emerging and interdisciplinary areas, fostering a strong research ecosystem.
Research Projects
Our faculty and scholars are engaged in several funded and collaborative research projects aimed at solving real-world problems. These projects are supported by national and international funding agencies, fostering innovation and industrial relevance.
Research Scholars
SIT is home to a vibrant community of research scholars pursuing cutting-edge research across engineering, science, and management disciplines. Our scholars contribute to impactful research with a commitment to academic excellence.
Publications
We take pride in a strong publication record in reputed international journals and conferences. Our faculty and research scholars regularly contribute original research that advances knowledge and practice in their respective fields.
Syllabus
To ensure academic rigor and relevance, our research syllabus is designed in line with the latest developments in various fields. It supports a structured approach to coursework and research methodology for Ph.D. and postgraduate scholars.
Admissions
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