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Ph. D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering is a doctoral program offered by the School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amaravati, Amritapuri and Bengaluru campuses.

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About the Program

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Amaravati

A PhD program in Electronics and Communication Engineering is typically designed to prepare students for advanced research and development careers in academia, industry, or government.Emerging areas in Electronics and Communication Engineering are constantly evolving as technology progresses. Here are some key emerging areas to keep an eye on:

  • 5G and Beyond: While 5G networks are still being deployed worldwide, research into 6G and beyond has already begun.
  • Internet of Things (IoT): The IoT continues to expand, connecting an ever-growing number of devices and sensors to the internet. Emerging research in this area focuses on improving the efficiency, security, and scalability of IoT networks, as well as developing new applications for smart cities, healthcare, agriculture, and industrial automation.
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  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning: AI and machine learning techniques are increasingly being applied to solve challenges in electronics and communication systems.
  • Edge Computing: With the proliferation of IoT devices generating vast amounts of data, there’s a growing need to process and analyze data closer to the source. Edge computing brings computational resources closer to the devices or sensors, reducing latency, improving privacy, and enabling real-time decision-making in applications such as autonomous vehicles, smart grids, and industrial automation.
  • Cybersecurity: As our reliance on interconnected electronic systems grows, so does the importance of cybersecurity. Emerging research in this area focuses on developing robust encryption techniques, intrusion detection systems, secure communication protocols, and hardware-based security solutions to protect against cyber threats and ensure the integrity and confidentiality of data.
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  • Flexible and Wearable Electronics: The development of flexible and wearable electronic devices opens up new possibilities for applications in healthcare, fitness tracking, augmented reality, and human-computer interaction. Research in this area explores novel materials, manufacturing techniques, and integration methods to create lightweight, stretchable, and conformable electronics with advanced functionalities.
  • Quantum Computing and Quantum Communication: Quantum computing and quantum communication offer the potential to revolutionize information processing and secure communication. Research in this area focuses on developing quantum algorithms, building scalable quantum processors, and creating quantum communication protocols for secure transmission of data over long distances.

These emerging areas present exciting opportunities for research, innovation, and collaboration in Electronics and Communication Engineering, driving advancements that will shape the future of technology and society.

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Amritapuri

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering offers B. Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering and Electronics and Computer Engineering, M. Tech. in VLSI Design and Mechatronics, and Ph. D.

The Department has garnered significant praise for its outstanding contributions in the technical arena, playing a pivotal role in advancing cutting-edge technologies and cultivating highly skilled professionals.

The Department is well-equipped with laboratories for Digital Design, Digital Signal Processing, Microprocessor, Analog & Digital Communications, Robotics, Intelligent transport, Agricultural Technology, Optics, Photonics, Radiofrequency engineering, Electronic Circuits, and VLSI Design which cater to program needs.

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Bengaluru

A PhD in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) with a specialization in Advanced Communication(5G/6G), RF Engineering, VLSI and Signal Processing is a rigorous academic journey that opens doors to the cutting edge of technological innovation. Spanning across multiple domains, this program equips you with the profound knowledge and research skills to tackle intricate challenges in communication systems, radar technology, and the manipulation of complex signals.

The coursework provides a strong foundation in core areas like digital signal processing, communication theory, electromagnetics, and antenna design. You’ll delve into advanced topics like radar systems, wireless communication networks, image and video processing, and machine learning techniques for signal analysis. Through a combination of lectures, hands-on labs, and research seminars, you’ll not only gain theoretical understanding but also develop practical skills in simulation, software tools, and hardware implementation.

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The real highlight of your PhD journey lies in research. You’ll collaborate with renowned faculty on problems pushing the boundaries of knowledge. Research in these domains has the potential to revolutionize industries like aerospace, defence, healthcare, and telecommunications. Throughout your PhD, you’ll develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent research skills. You’ll learn to manage complex projects, effectively communicate scientific findings, and collaborate with diverse teams. These are highly sought-after skills that translate to exciting career opportunities in research institutions, national labs, leading technology companies, and even startups working on transformative projects.

The School of Engineering at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham thrives not just on cutting-edge AI education and research, but also echoes the university’s broader vision of transformative, value-based education. The vision and mission of the ECE department fosters not just intellectual prowess, but also ethical and responsible individuals who contribute meaningfully to society.

Eligibility

Eligibility

Amaravati

B. Tech / M. Techin Electronics and Communication Engineering.

Amritapuri

M. Tech. in any domain with an excellent academic record and aptitude for research. Candidates with only B. Tech. may also apply if they have exceptional scholarly or professional achievements.

Bengaluru

B. Tech / M. Tech in any Engineering Discipline.

Faculty for Guideship

Amaravati
Dr. Sujith Kalluri
Dr. Sujith Kalluri
Associate Professor

Dr. Deepak Kumar Panda
Dr. Deepak Kumar Panda
Associate Professor

D. Vineela Chandra
D. Vineela Chandra
Faculty Associate

Amritapuri
Dr. Ramesh Bhakthavatchalu
Dr. Ramesh Bhakthavatchalu
Chairperson
Professor

Dr. Shyam Diwakar
Dr. Shyam Diwakar
Professor and Director, Amrita Mind Brain Center

Dr. Sreedevi K. Menon
Dr. Sreedevi K. Menon
Associate Professor

Dr. Rajesh Kannan Megalingam
Dr. Rajesh Kannan Megalingam
Associate Professor

Dr. A. Manikandan
Dr. A. Manikandan
Associate Professor

Dr. Rakesh Kumar
Dr. Rakesh Kumar
Assistant Professor (Sl. Gd.)

Dr. Sreenidhi P. R.
Dr. Sreenidhi P. R.
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Manazhy Reshmi
Dr. Manazhy Reshmi
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Suma H.
Dr. Suma H.
Assistant Professor

Dr. K. L. Nisha
Dr. K. L. Nisha
Assistant Professor

Dr. Lekshmi Vijayan
Dr. Lekshmi Vijayan
Assistant Professor

Dr. Ragesh Rajan M.
Dr. Ragesh Rajan M.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Gayathri R. Prabhu
Dr. Gayathri R. Prabhu
Assistant Professor

Dr. Parvathi A. K.
Dr. Parvathi A. K.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Sreelekha K. R.
Dr. Sreelekha K. R.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Viswas S. Nair
Dr. Viswas S. Nair
Assistant Professor (Sl. Gd.)

Bengaluru
Dr. T. K. Ramesh
Dr. T. K. Ramesh
Associate Professor

Dr. Navin Kumar
Dr. Navin Kumar
Chairperson
Professor

Dr. Manoj Kumar Panda
Dr. Manoj Kumar Panda
Associate Professor

Dr. Ganapathi Hegde
Dr. Ganapathi Hegde
Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. Sreeja Kochuvila
Dr. Sreeja Kochuvila
Vice Chairperson
Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. Abhilash Ravikumar
Dr. Abhilash Ravikumar
Assistant Professor

Dr. S. Lalitha
Dr. S. Lalitha
Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. M. Vinodhini
Dr. M. Vinodhini
Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. R. V. Sanjika Devi
Dr. R. V. Sanjika Devi
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Sunitha R.
Dr. Sunitha R.
Assistant Professor (SG)

Dr. N. Neelima
Dr. N. Neelima
Assistant Professor

Dr. Ramesh Chinthala
Dr. Ramesh Chinthala
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Paramasivam C.
Dr. Paramasivam C.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Kamatchi S.
Dr. Kamatchi S.
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Parul Mathur
Dr. Parul Mathur
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Susmitha Vekkot
Dr. Susmitha Vekkot
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)

Dr. Pooja Kenchetty P.
Dr. Pooja Kenchetty P.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Sarda Sharma
Dr. Sarda Sharma
Assistant Professor

Dr. Vivek Venugopal
Dr. Vivek Venugopal
Assistant Professor

Dr. Sandeep Singh Chauhan
Dr. Sandeep Singh Chauhan
Assistant Professor

Dr. Praveen Jaraut
Dr. Praveen Jaraut
Assistant Professor

Research Areas

Amaravati

Communication Systems

AI and ML, Embedded Systems

Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering

VLSI design, System Modelling and Simulation

Signal and Image Processing

Deep Learning, Imaging for Bio medical Applications

Modeling and Simulation Nano Devices, Bio Sensing

Nanoelectronics and Nanotechnology

Solar Photovoltaics

Device Fabrication of Fast-Charging Energy Storage Devices

Electrochemical and Advanced Electrical Characterizations of Custom-Designed Batteries

Establishing Design Prototypes of Lithium-Ion/ Beyond-Lithium-Ion Batteries for Next-Generation

Amritapuri

Analog VLSI

Digital VLSI

Radio Frequency and Antenna Engineering

Photonics, Optoelectronics and Optical Imaging

Material Science and Applications

Signal Processing

Communication

Embedded Systems

Robotics, Control System, IoT and AI

Machine Learning and Computer Vision

Intelligent Transportation Systems

Agricultural Technology

Non-Traditional Machining and Digital Manufacturing

Flexible Electronics

Landslide Analysis

Bengaluru

Advanced Communication Systems (5G/6G)

AI in Signal Processing- Signal/ Speech/ Image Processing

VLSI Architectural Design

Mixed signal IC Design

RF Engineering

Robotics and Automation

Nano Electronics

Wireless Networks

Autonomous Vehicles

Cyber Physical Systems

Fundings / Projects

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Amritapuri
Title of the Project Funding Agency
Developing a wearable for human movement assessments with multi-sensor-based gait training models DST
Bayesian Occupancy Grid Map with Semantic Segmentation and Collision Risk Assessment Valeo India Pvt. Ltd.
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Bengaluru
Title of the Project Funding Agency
Neural Machine Translation for zero resource indic languages using semi supervised and unsupervised learning based approaches  Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO)
Design, Development and Demonstration of LiFi Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Internal Seed Grant)
Behavioral Modelling and Digital Predistortion of High Power Amplifiers for Satellite systems Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
ANN based Microwave Sensor for Real-Time Monitoring of Cu(II), SO4(II-) and CI(-) ions in Plating Baths LAM Research
AI-Co Design of 5G Hardware and Software Development IIIT B COMET Foundation (Min of Telecommunication, under NMCPS)

Facilities / Research Infrastructure

Amaravati

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amaravati

  • IOT platforms and development environment.
  • Modelling and simulation tools
  • Sensors and actuators
  • Embedded computing systems
  • Strong collaboration with industry and academics
Amritapuri

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri

Name of the Research Lab Major Facilities / Equipment Details
VLSI lab Cadence and Mentor graphics  
Embedded systems lab MATLAB FPGA boards
Microcontroller lab Proteus, Questa Sim, Cadence, Keil µVision LPC2148 development kits
HuT Lab for Robotics, AI and Embedded Systems ANSYS for Design and Analysis, Solidworks, Adams TI and Microchip Embedded Platforms, High End Servers for AI, Kinova 6 DoF articulated robotic arm, SMORPHI robotic platform etc.
SMART Center for Intelligent Transportation Systems Perception and decision-making capabilities which includes developing sophisticated deep learning, computer vision, and navigation algorithms. Two post hydraulic lift Velodyne 32C LIDAR Mahindra E-Verito car Retrofitted E-Bike
ACORD Center for Agricultural Technology Platform for technological innovations such as Robotics, IoT, AI, ML, DL, Drones, Biotechnology etc. LASER Equipment
IoT lab   IoT kits
Optical imaging lab MATLAB, in-house developed design tools Optical bench
Photonic Devices and Systems lab COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, ANSYS and in-house developed software tools Optical bench, Lock-in amplifier, optical chopper with controller, Avalanche photodiodes for visible and shortwave IR, optical and optomechanical components
Radio Frequency lab ANSYS, Cadence RF sources, Parametric Analyser
Bengaluru

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Bengaluru

Name of the Research Lab Major Facilities / Equipment Details
RF and Wireless Systems Lab   USRP B200 + accessories Vector Network Analyser + Accessories HP computer (128GB RAM) USRP B210 + accessories Vector Signal Analyser + Accessories Vector Network Analyser + Accessories Vector Signal Generator
5G/6G Innovation Platform   Servers with i9 processors (64 GB RAM) HP & Dell computers (GPU Enabled, 32 GB and 16GB RAM) USRP B210 + accessories USRP X310 + accessories User Equipment (5G Mobile Phones)  HackRF 8 Channel GPSDO Spectrum Analyzer Digital Storage Oscilloscope RF Signal Generator DC Power Supply Arbitary waveform Generator Digit Multimeter

Contact Us

Ph.D. Coordinator (Amaravati)

Dr. Deepak Kumar Panda
Associate Professor,
Amrita School Engineering,
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham,
Amaravati, India.
E Mail ID: p_deepakkumar@av.amrita.edu
Ph. No.: 8249023622

Ph.D. Coordinator (Amritapuri)

Dr. Viswas S. Nair
Assistant Professor
E-Mail ID: viswassnair@gmail.com

Ph.D. Coordinator (Bengaluru)

Dr. N. Neelima
Assistant Professor (S.G)
E-Mail ID: n_neelima@blr.amrita.edu

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