Kumaraguru Doctoral Fellowship (KDF)

Build impactful research. Grow as a scholar. Shape industry and society.

KDF is a full-time, residential/non-residential doctoral fellowship for aspirational researchers who want to advance engineering, technology, and management through high-quality, interdisciplinary work. Fellows deepen research capability while contributing solutions to real scientific and technological challenges that matter to industry and society.

RESEARCH PRIORITY AREAS:

• Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
• Engineering for Health & Wellness
• Climate & Energy
• Environment & Biodiversity
• Defense Technology & Systems
• Innovative & Sustainable Textiles
• Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
• Business Innovation & Growth
• Cybersecurity, FinTech, XR & Blockchain