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🎓 PhD Opportunity | BITS Pilani–RMIT University Joint PhD Program
I am pleased to share an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and research-oriented students interested in contributing to the future of sustainable water management and industrial cooling systems.
As part of the BITS Pilani–RMIT University Joint PhD Program, we are inviting applications for the following research project:
💧 Project title: Enhancing Water Sustainability in Cooling Towers
🆔 Project Code: BRJP26100107
🌏 Why this Joint PhD Program?
This is a unique opportunity to pursue doctoral research through a collaboration between BITS Pilani and RMIT University, Melbourne, with an international research environment and the opportunity to earn a joint PhD degree from both institutions.
💰 Funding & Benefits
• BITS fellowship: INR 42,800–45,800 per month
• RTP-equivalent stipend during the research residency at RMIT University, Melbourne
• Joint PhD degree from BITS Pilani & RMIT University
• RMIT tuition scholarship and subsidised fees, subject to applicable program conditions
• Health cover and return airfare during the Melbourne research stay, subject to the applicable terms
• Opportunity for international research exposure and collaboration at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia
🔬 Research Focus
💧 Water Sustainability
🏭 Industrial Water Management
♻️ Sustainable Engineering
🌱 Resource Efficiency
🔥 Thermal & Cooling Systems
💦 Water–Energy Nexus
👨🏫 Supervisors
BITS Pilani:
Dr. A R Harikrishnan, Associate Professor
RMIT University:
Dr. Abhijit Date, Associate Professor
📅 Application Deadline
10 October 2026
Application Link:
https://bitspilaniedu.com/rmit/bitsrmitphdwebsite/ResearchProjectApply.aspx?progCode=678
Work arrangement
No
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