Abhilash K. Tilak

Dr. Abhilash K. Tilak, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE Bengaluru, is seeking motivated PhD scholars (full-time or part-time) to join his research group in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering. The group focuses on cutting-edge research in thermal management systems, phase change materials, and microfluidics, with interdisciplinary applications such as: Solar PV cooling and thermal performance enhancement Battery thermal management for electric vehicles and energy storage Droplet microfluidics and microscale transport phenomena Two-phase heat transfer and advanced cooling techniques Applicants should have backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related fields, and a strong passion for research and innovation. The PhD program at MAHE offers a variety of funding options, including Dr. TMA Pai Scholarships, national fellowships, self-sponsored, and part-time schemes for working professionals. The program encourages interdisciplinary research and provides access to state-of-the-art research facilities. Eligibility requires a qualifying degree in full-time mode, with at least 60% marks in a master's degree or 75% in a 4-year bachelor's degree. International candidates must provide equivalency certification. The application portal for the upcoming admission cycle is open, with a deadline of June 1, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the official portal and may contact Dr. Tilak for discussions about research areas and suitability. For more information, visit the MAHE PhD admissions page and review the application portal . This is an excellent opportunity to work on impactful research in thermal management, energy systems, and microfluidics at a leading Indian institution.