ICFAI University Jaipur Begins PhD 2026 Admissions; Apply by December 1 at @iujaipur.edu.in

ICFAI University Jaipur has launched its Ph.D. 2026 admission drive, inviting eligible candidates to apply by December 1, 2025. The Research Aptitude Test (RAT) will be held on December 6, followed by interviews from December 15–19, 2025.

The doctoral programme is designed to help students develop the ability to conduct independent and original research, equipping them with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

The Ph.D. programme at ICFAI University Jaipur is typically a three-year course available in both full-time and part-time modes. Full-time students are required to work on campus, while part-time students can continue at their workplaces but must attend periodic contact sessions conducted by the university.

The university offers both full-time (on-campus) and part-time (workplace + contact sessions) modes. Admissions are open across several disciplines, including Management, Commerce, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Applications, and Law.

ICFAI University Jaipur Ph.D. 2026 Admission Dates

*Note: Fill the application at the ICFAI website, upload passport-size photo, and pay application fees of ₹500 via credit/debit card or net banking. Candidates can also pay the application fee offline using a demand draft of ₹500 drawn in favour of “The ICFAI University, Jaipur – Fee Collection A/c” to the university.

Eligibility criteria

• Master’s degree or equivalent with at least 55% aggregate or equivalent grade.
• A 5% relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS and other eligible categories.
• Candidates with a 4-year bachelor’s + 1-year master’s must have a minimum 75% aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved categories).
• M.Phil. holders with ≥55% marks are eligible.
• Staff members of ICFAI Group universities may apply for part-time Ph.D. as per internal guidelines.
• Applicants with valid UGC NET / CSIR / GATE / GPAT / SLET / ICAR / M.Phil qualifications are exempted from RAT.

What is the ICFAI University Ph.D. 2026 Program Selection Process?

As per the latest guidelines, candidates must appear for the Research Aptitude Test (RAT) for ICFAI University Jaipur’s PhD admissions. The RAT will be a two-hour examination, divided equally into Research Methodology and Quantitative Aptitude (50%) and Subject-Specific Knowledge (50%).

Candidates must secure a minimum of 50% aggregate marks to qualify for the next stage. Those shortlisted will be called for a personal interview, conducted either offline or online, to evaluate their research aptitude, motivation, and area of interest.

The final selection will be determined through a 70:30 weightage ratio between the entrance test and interview scores. Candidates who are exempted from RAT will be assessed solely on their interview performance, which carries a 100% weightage.

Selected candidates will be required to produce original and self-attested copies of academic certificates, domicile proof, and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer if applicable.

Final-year students must complete all academic requirements by January 9, 2026, and furnish proof of eligibility by February 9, 2026, failing which their admission will be cancelled.

As per university norms, 25% of the total seats are reserved for candidates from Rajasthan, while any unfilled seats will be reallocated to open-category applicants.

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