Delhi NCR Campus

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
in Mathematics

Open from: 03-Mar-2026 | Open until: 14-Jun-2026

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Semester
Specialisations
0 Yrs
Duration
Top 50
B-School India
Applications OpenUntil 14-Jun-2026
3
Years (Minimum to Maximum Research Duration)
8 +
Active Research Areas in Mathematics & Statistics
40 +
PhD Scholars Guided by the Department
100 %
Research Mentorship by PhD-Qualified Faculty
Programme Overview

About the Programme

The Department has always shared the vision of the Institute in striving for excellence in research and teaching activities and has succeeded in this endeavor to a large extent. Over the years, the department has evolved as one of the premier departments in the country providing excellent teaching and research in mathematical and statistical sciences. The vibrant academic environment is nurtured by strongly motivated faculty and provides an opportunity to pursue research in front line areas of basic sciences as well as in interdisciplinary areas of sciences and technology. In the coming decade, apart from the existing areas, the department intends to develop areas related to mathematical aspects of computing science in all its manifestations.

Premier Research Department

The Department of Mathematics has established itself as one of the premier departments in the country, offering high-quality research and teaching in mathematical and statistical sciences with a strong track record of scholarly output and academic distinction.

Frontline & Interdisciplinary Research

Research at the department spans frontline areas of basic sciences and extends into interdisciplinary domains across science and technology offering scholars the opportunity to work at the intersection of mathematics, physics, statistics, computer science, and engineering.

Mathematical Aspects of Computing Science

Looking ahead, the department is actively developing research strengths in the mathematical foundations of computing science including discrete mathematics, computational algebra, cryptographic mathematics, data-driven modelling, and algorithmic theory.

Motivated Faculty & Vibrant Academic Culture

The department's vibrant academic environment is sustained by strongly motivated, PhD-qualified faculty with active research programmes. Scholars benefit from close mentorship, regular research seminars, interdisciplinary workshops, and access to CHRIST's comprehensive library and research infrastructure.

Why at Delhi NCR Campus

Why Choose This Programme?

Premier Department with a Strong Research Legacy : The Department of Mathematics has evolved into one of the premier departments in the country for mathematical and statistical sciences research. Pursuing a PhD here places you within a long-standing tradition of scholarly excellence, with a department that has consistently produced high-quality research across pure and applied mathematics.

Frontline Research Opportunities : Scholars have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge, frontline areas of basic sciences  including areas such as topology, functional analysis, differential equations, number theory, graph theory, and fluid mechanics  under the guidance of faculty with active publication records in these fields.

Interdisciplinary Research Across Sciences & Technology : The department's research ethos embraces interdisciplinarity. Mathematics PhD scholars at CHRIST can engage with problems in physics, statistics, computer science, biology, economics, and engineering  developing mathematical frameworks and solutions that have broad, cross-domain impact.

Growing Focus on Mathematical Computing Science : In the coming decade, the department is strategically expanding into the mathematical aspects of computing science  including cryptographic mathematics, algorithmic complexity, mathematical logic in AI, data science mathematics, and quantum computing theory. Joining now positions you at the forefront of this exciting evolution.

Vibrant Academic Environment & Expert Mentorship : The department's academic environment is characterised by strong faculty motivation, regular research seminars, and a culture of intellectual inquiry. PhD scholars benefit from personalised mentorship by experienced, PhD-qualified supervisors who actively publish in national and international journals.

Comprehensive Institutional Support : CHRIST Delhi NCR Campus provides PhD scholars with access to a well-equipped library with international research databases (MathSciNet, JSTOR, Springer, Elsevier), computing facilities, funding support for conference participation, and a strong peer research community across the School of Sciences.
 

Areas of Specialisation

Choose Your Track

Pure Mathematics

Research in core mathematical disciplines including topology, functional analysis, abstract algebra, number theory, complex analysis, differential geometry, and graph theory. Ideal for scholars pursuing academic careers in mathematics or foundational research roles.

Applied Mathematics & Statistics

Focuses on mathematical modelling, differential equations (ordinary and partial), fluid mechanics, numerical methods, biomathematics, statistical inference, stochastic processes, and operations research. Ideal for scholars targeting interdisciplinary research and applied problem-solving careers.

Area 3

Mathematical Computing & Data Science Covers discrete mathematics, cryptographic mathematics, algorithmic theory, computational algebra, mathematical foundations of machine learning, mathematical logic, and data-driven mathematical modelling. Ideal for scholars bridging mathematics with computing science and emerging technologies.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Learn

Advanced Research Methodology in Mathematics: Master mathematical proof techniques, quantitative and qualitative research design, systematic literature analysis, and scholarly writing to produce rigorous, publishable work in mathematics and statistics.
Deep Domain Expertise: Develop comprehensive expert-level knowledge in your chosen area whether pure mathematics, applied mathematics and statistics, or mathematical computing through intensive study and original research guided by expert supervisors.
Interdisciplinary Mathematical Modelling: Learn to formulate and apply mathematical models to problems in science, technology, engineering, economics, and computing developing skills that are valued across academia, industry, and government research organisations.
Mathematical Aspects of Computing Science: Engage with the growing intersection of mathematics and computing including discrete structures, cryptographic theory, algorithm design and analysis, data science mathematics, and the mathematical underpinnings of AI and machine learning systems.
Academic Communication & Scholarly Dissemination: Develop proficiency in presenting research at national and international conferences, writing papers for peer-reviewed journals, and engaging with the broader mathematical research community through seminars and collaborative projects.
Admissions

Eligibility & Fee Structure

Eligibility Criteria
Fee Structure (Indicative)
After Graduation

Career Paths

Professor / Associate Professor (Mathematics)
Scientist / Research Scientist (Govt. Labs ISRO, DRDO, BARC, IITs)
Cryptographer / Information Security Researcher
Operations Research Analyst
Mathematical Consultant (Industry / Policy)
Entrepreneur / EdTech / Deep-Tech Founder
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Quantitative Analyst (Quant) Finance & Banking
Data Scientist / Mathematical Modelling Expert
Actuary / Statistical Consultant
AI/ML Research Engineer (Mathematical Foundations)
Independent Researcher & Academic Author
From the Department

Message from the HOD

HOD Name
Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics)
Delhi NCR Campus

Welcome to the Department of Computational Sciences, CHRIST(Deemed to be University), NCR Campus. Soon, India will be a talent provider to the world of computational sciences. To meet the demanding educational requirements in the field of sciences and preparing young minds to set a high benchmark in society, the University has started the School of Sciences with the Department of Computational Sciences as a separate wing.  The mission of the budding department is to utilize the power of computational sciences to mould the young minds, to take up the challenging industry innovations for the betterment of society. Computational  Science has marked its importance in our professional and personal life.

The curriculum is designed to

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Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Delhi NCR Campus
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Admission Process

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Applications for the 2026 batch are open. Deadline: 14-Jun-2026.

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