Somaiya Vidyavihar University

Ph.D in Mathematics

The PhD program in Mathematics at the Somaiya Centre for Integrated Education and Research, Somaiya Vidyavihar University, is designed to nurture independent researchers and future leaders across diverse areas of mathematical inquiry.

The program also emphasizes innovative research at the intersection of multiple disciplines, aiming to develop high-quality human resources in both disciplinary and interdisciplinary fields of Mathematics within a globally competitive research environment. The centre supports research spanning both fundamental and applied topics, fostering excellence and advancement in mathematical sciences.

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Key Information

Research Areas

  • Number Theory
  • Algebraic Geometry
  • Operation Research
  • Graph Theory
  • Optimization Theory
  • Differential Equations
  • Commutative Algebra
  • Analysis
  • Special Functions & Integral Transforms
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Topology
  • Machine Learning & AI
  • Data Science
  • Statistical forecasting
  • Matroid theory
  • Control theory
  • Fractional Calculus
  • Mathematics education

Eligibility

  • Master's degree (2 year or 1 year) or a professional degree declared equivalent to the Master’s degree by the corresponding statutory regulatory body, with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent as per UGC regulations.
  • A Master's degree (MSc) in Mathematics or a related field (like Statistics, Physics, or Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering with a strong mathematical background) from a recognized university.
  • A person whose Master’s dissertation has been evaluated and the viva-voce is pending may be admitted to the PhD Programme but subject to completion of Master’s degree before provisional admission to SVU PhD Programmes.
  • Candidates possessing a Degree considered equivalent to Master’s Degree of an Indian Institution, from a Foreign Educational Institution accredited by an Assessment and Accreditation Agency which is approved, recognized or authorized by an authority, established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country for the purpose of assessing, accrediting or assuring quality and standards of educational institutions, shall be eligible for admission to PhD Programme.