Is there any registration fee, and can a student join more than one team in Bharat Innovation Challenge?

No, registration for Bharat Innovation Challenge is free, and each student can join only one team.

Do we need technical or coding knowledge to join Bharat Innovation Challenge?

No coding is required in Bharat Innovation Challenge. Students only need to present unique ideas with AI use cases.

Who can participate and form a team in Bharat Innovation Challenge?

In Bharat Innovation Challenge, students aged 13-18, from classes 8th to 12th, can form teams of 2-5 along with a faculty mentor.

How do we find the problem statement for our project in Bharat Innovation Challenge?

You can choose any problem under the 10 official themes mentioned in the Bharat Innovation Challenge Student Handbook. Pick a real challenge and build your solution around it. Download Student Handbook: https://www.lpu.in/bharat-innovation-challenge/pdf/student-handbook.pdf

What tools or platforms can we use to build our idea in Bharat Innovation Challenge?

Bharat Innovation Challenge allows flexibility. Students can use any AI tools, open-source platforms, or software of their choice to build their project.

Can we edit our submission after uploading it in Bharat Innovation Challenge?

Yes, teams in Bharat Innovation Challenge can edit their submission before the final deadline.

What do finalists receive in Bharat Innovation Challenge? Will all team members get participation certificates?

Top 50 teams in Bharat Innovation Challenge receive certificates of excellence, trophies, national recognition, and cash prizes worth ₹14 lakh+. All valid submissions get participation certificates.

How will our project be evaluated in Bharat Innovation Challenge, what should we include in the presentation, and who will be judging it?

Projects in Bharat Innovation Challenge will be judged by AI experts, industry leaders, and faculty mentors based on innovation, feasibility, impact, and AI application. Presentations should include problem statement, proposed solution, AI integration, and expected outcomes.

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Ph.D. at LPU -
Driving Advanced Research and Innovation

The programmes offer a rigorous doctoral framework with expert faculty, advanced facilities, and interdisciplinary opportunities to drive impactful research.

Applications are open for the Spring Term
(August 2026 intake)

Driving Knowledge, Delivering Results

Milestones of research excellence.

28000+

Publications

228400+

Scopus Citations

6500+

Patents Published

₹96.44

Crore+ Funded Projects

Flexible and Hybrid Coursework
Tailored for Working Professionals and Scholars

Option 1

Classes on weekends
(From August to December on Saturdays and Sundays only)

Option 2

4 days of coursework each month
(August to December)

Option 3

15 days of coursework
(in the months of November / December)

The LPU Ph.D. Advantages

Flexible & Hybrid Coursework
Multiple scheduling options designed for working professionals and full-time scholars.
Global Collaborations
Enhance academic credentials through International Research Exchange and International Co-Supervision.
Generous Support & Fellowships
Access teaching fellowships, contingency research grants, and international travel grants.
Research Incentives
Incentives worth ₹5 crore awarded in 2024 for outstanding research publications and patents.
Proven Research Output
Over 6,500 patents published, more than 28,000 research publications indexed in WoS/Scopus, and a Scopus H-index of 176.

World Recognition
49 faculty members ranked among the top 2% scientists worldwide (Stanford University, 2025).
High-End Research Facilities
Advanced facilities including Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM), XRD, GC-MS, Google Lab, Cisco Networking, ECG/EEG, GIS labs and more.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
In-house incubation facilities and a supportive ecosystem enable Ph.D. scholars to transform their research outcomes and creative ideas into thriving start-ups and business ventures.
Campus Support
Residential accommodation and creche facilities to support scholars and their families.

India’s Top-Ranked University

Transforming education with unmatched quality and innovation

Conferment of
Ph.D. Degrees

A ceremony that honours the dedication, resilience, and intellectual contributions of our scholars, inspiring future generations to push the boundaries of discovery.

Mr. Michael Ashwin Satyandre Adhin

Vice-President of Suriname
Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu

Vice-President of India
Shri Pranab Mukherjee

President of India
Dr. (Mrs) Ameenah Gurib-Fakim

President of Mauritius
Dr. Pakalitha B. Mosisili

Prime Minister of Lesotho

Programmes Offered

Providing diverse opportunities for growth and skill development

Full Time / Part Time
(* These programmes are offered only in full-time mode.)

Ph.D. (Aerospace Engineering)
Ph.D. (Agronomy)*
Ph.D. (Architecture)
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Ph.D. (Biochemistry)
Ph.D. (Bioinformatics)
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Ph.D. (Botany)
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Ph.D. (Chemistry)
Ph.D. (Civil Engineering)
Ph.D. (Clinical Biochemistry)
Ph.D. (Clinical Embryology)
Ph.D. (Clinical Microbiology)
Ph.D. (Commerce)
Ph.D. (Computer Applications)
Ph.D. (Computer Science and Engineering)
Ph.D. (Economics)
Ph.D. (Education)
Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering)
Ph.D. (Electronics and Communication Engineering)
Ph.D. (English)
Ph.D. (Entomology)*
Ph.D. (Environmental Sciences)
Ph.D. (Fashion)
Ph.D. (Film and TV Production)
Ph.D. (Fine Arts)
Ph.D. (Food Science and Technology)
Ph.D. (Fruit Science)*
Ph.D. (Genetics & Plant Breeding)*
Ph.D. (Geospatial Information Science and Technology)
Ph.D. (History)
Ph.D. (Hotel Management)
Ph.D. (Interior and Furniture Design)
Ph.D. (Journalism and Mass Communication)
Ph.D. (Law)
Ph.D. (Library Science)
Ph.D. (Management)
Ph.D. (Mathematics)
Ph.D. (Mechanical Engineering)
Ph.D. (Microbiology)
Ph.D. (Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering)
Ph.D. (Performing Arts-Theatre)
Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Analysis)
Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
Ph.D. (Pharmaceutics)
Ph.D. (Pharmacognosy)
Ph.D. (Pharmacology)
Ph.D. (Pharmacy Practice)
Ph.D. (Physical Education)
Ph.D. (Physics)
Ph.D. (Physiotherapy)
Ph.D. (Plant Pathology)*
Ph.D. (Political Science)
Ph.D. (Product and Industrial Design)
Ph.D. (Public Administration)
Ph.D. (Punjabi)
Ph.D. (Social Work)
Ph.D. (Sociology)
Ph.D. (Soil Science)*
Ph.D. (Statistics)
Ph.D. (Tourism Management)
Ph.D. (User Experience)
Ph.D. (Vegetable Science)*
Ph.D. (Zoology)
Ph.D. (Clinical Embryology)*
Ph.D. (Geography)
Ph.D. (Performing Arts-Music)
Ph.D. (Psychology)

Scholarships up to ₹2.8 lakh
are available

Over 90% of students are awarded scholarships across multiple categories each year

Important Dates

Spring Term (January Intake 2026)
Online Registration starts on	10^th February 2026 onwards
Last date of Registration	25^th April 2026
Dates of Entrance Test#	8^th and 10^th May 2026
Result of LPUNEST (Ph.D.)	15^th May 2026
Interview Slot Booking	15^th to 18^th May 2026
Interview Schedule	22^nd to 29^th May 2026
Result of Interview	3^rd June 2026
Last Date of Admission	30^th June 2026

Conferment of Honoris Causa Degrees

Where ideas take flight and dreams drive forward

His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Dr. Ashok Mittal, Hon’ble Founder Chancellor, conferred the Honoris Causa degree upon Laureate the Dalai Lama during LPU’s 5th Convocation in 2015, recognising his unparalleled contributions to peace and humanity.

Kailash Purryag, Former President of Mauritius

Mr. Kailash Purryag was honoured with the Honoris Causa degree at LPU’s 4th Convocation in 2015, acknowledging his distinguished service in governance and international relations.

Hamid Karzai, Former President of Afghanistan

The Honoris Causa degree was bestowed on Mr. Hamid Karzai by the Founder Chancellor during LPU’s 3rd Convocation in 2013, celebrating his significant role in global diplomacy.

Academic International Partnerships

Lovely Professional University (LPU) connects students and faculty to 500+ partner universities across 80+ countries,
offering global exchanges, credit transfer opportunities, joint research, and international learning experiences.

Summer/Winter/Other Exposure Programmes

Partnering with top 500 universities worldwide
to connect you with global opportunities.

Semester Exchange/Abroad Programme

Study a semester abroad at top partner universities and complete your degree at Lovely Professional University (LPU),
gaining unparalleled global exposure.

International Credit Transfer Programme

Start at Lovely Professional University (LPU) and finish abroad. Earn credits at LPU and graduate with a degree
from top international universities through seamless credit transfers.

Where Possibilities Are Infinite

From labs to wellness centres, we have it all

Residential Facilities

Mess Facilities

Transport Facilities

Innovation Lab

Olympic-Size Swimming Pool

Gym Facility

Uni Mall: Student-Managed

Ph.D. at LPU - Driving Advanced Research and Innovation