Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

Ph.D. (Commerce) at DBS Global University, Dehradun is a 3-year full-time doctoral programme offered on campus under the Doon Business School. The programme is designed for scholars seeking to undertake advanced research in Commerce and its allied disciplines. Specialisations available include Commerce, Accounting, Finance and Control, Banking and Insurance, Business Economics, Corporate Governance, and Taxation. The total fees for the programme is Rs. 3,30,000 for the minimum duration of 3 years, with admissions held twice a year for January and July sessions. The programme is popular among commerce graduates, finance professionals, and academicians who wish to contribute original research to the field of commerce and business studies, and is conducted in full-time on-campus mode with mandatory coursework, seminars, and progress presentations.

Admissions for the July 2026 batch are currently open. Applications can be submitted online at admissions.dgu.ac with a last date of 31st July 2026. Candidates must appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) followed by an interview, unless exempted due to a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or equivalent national-level qualification.

Key Points

Specialisations available include Commerce, Accounting, Finance and Control, Banking and Insurance, Business Economics, Corporate Governance, and Taxation
Both Full-Time (minimum 3 years) and Part-Time (minimum 4 years) formats available; this course is Full Time
Candidates who qualify UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, GPAT, ICMR, or DST-INSPIRE within the last 2 years are exempted from the written PET
Professional qualifications such as CA (ICAI), CWA (ICWAI), or CS (ICSI) with minimum 55% marks are also eligible for admission
Mandatory coursework period of minimum 6 months with a comprehensive examination at the end
Selected scholars with CGPA 7.5+ in coursework may be appointed as Teaching/Research Associates with a fellowship of Rs. 40,000 per month

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DBS Global University Ph.D. (Commerce) Fees

The Ph.D. (Commerce) programme at DBS Global University has a straightforward fee structure comprising one-time charges and per-semester academic fees. For a full-time scholar, the total fees for the minimum 3-year duration amounts to Rs. 3,30,000. The one-time charges include Registration, Coursework Examination, and Thesis Evaluation fees of Rs. 10,000 each.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Registration Fee (One-time)	10,000
Course Work Examination Fee (One-time)	10,000
Thesis Evaluation Fee (One-time)	10,000
Academic Fee (Full Time) - Rs. 50,000 per semester x 6 semesters (3 years)	3,00,000
Total Fees (Full Time - 3 Years)	3,30,000
Hostel Fees	Available separately (not mandatory)

Fees are payable on a semester basis (2 semesters per year).
Scholars must pay fees for the minimum period (3 years for Full-Time) and for any additional period until thesis submission, up to a maximum of 6 years.
Sponsored category scholars are charged Rs. 75,000 per semester.
Scholarship/fee concession is available for DBSGU staff, JRF/SRF/RA holders, and national-level fellowship holders as per current university policies.
Fees are subject to revision as decided by the university from time to time.
Application fee for Ph.D. programme: Rs. 750 (online payment via Credit/Debit card).

DBS Global University Ph.D. (Commerce) Admission 2026

DBS Global University accepts Ph.D. applications twice a year for January and July sessions. The selection process involves a Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) followed by an interview conducted by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC). Candidates holding valid national-level qualifications such as UGC-NET, GATE, or equivalent are exempted from the PET and need to appear only for the interview. For the July 2026 batch, applications are currently open with the last date being 31st July 2026.

DBS Global University Ph.D. (Commerce) Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Open (July 2026 Batch)	Open (Applications ongoing)
Last Date of Application	31st July 2026
PET Admit Card Download	As per Admission Microsite
Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET)	As per schedule on Admission Microsite
Interview (FRC)	After PET result
Admission Confirmation / Fee Payment	Within stipulated time after selection
Batch Commencement (July Session)	July 2026

Relevant Exam Dates for Ph.D. (Commerce) Admission

Exam	Event	Date
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Registration	October 7 - November 7, 2025
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Exam Date	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Result	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Registration	April 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Exam Date	June 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Result	July 2026 (Tentative)

Note: A valid UGC-NET score in Commerce or related subjects exempts candidates from the DBS Global University PET. Candidates must submit the exemption certificate (not scorecard) at least 2 days before the PET date.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Master's degree (M.Com or equivalent) from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC non-creamy layer/Differently Abled candidates)
Alternatively, a 4-year Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 75% marks or 8 CGPA from a recognised university
Professional qualifications such as CA (ICAI), CWA (ICWAI), or CS (ICSI) with minimum 55% marks are also eligible for admission to Ph.D. in Commerce

Admission Process:

Submit online application at admissions.dgu.ac along with required documents and application fee of Rs. 750
Upload scanned passport-size photograph, Class X marksheet, Post-Graduation marksheet, and a Preliminary Research Idea (not exceeding 1000 words)
Download Admit Card and appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) - 90 minutes, 100 MCQs (50 General Aptitude + 50 Subject-Specific); total 100 marks
PET-qualified or PET-exempted candidates appear for Interview by Faculty Research Committee (FRC) - 30 marks
Check selection status on Admission Microsite; download and print Admission Letter
Confirm seat by paying fees within the stipulated time
Part-time candidates must submit NOC from employer at the time of registration and orientation

DBS Global University Ph.D. (Commerce) Scholarships 2026

DBS Global University offers merit-based and special category scholarships applicable across all programmes. For Ph.D. scholars, fee concessions are available through the university's internal scholarship policy for specific categories. Additionally, the university provides a Research Assistantship fellowship for eligible scholars. Scholarship applications must be submitted along with the admission form and no application is entertained beyond 15th July 2026.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Concession	Eligibility	Benefit
Research Assistantship Fellowship	Ph.D. scholars completing coursework with CGPA 7.5+	Rs. 40,000 per month (from 2nd year)
Fee Concession for DBSGU Staff	Academic/Non-academic staff of DBS Global University	As per current university policy
Fee Concession for JRF/SRF/RA	JRF/SRF/Research Associates employed at the university	As per current university policy
Fee Concession for National Fellowship Holders	DST-INSPIRE, UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, or equivalent	As per current university policy
Uttarakhand Domicile Scholarship	Students with Uttarakhand domicile	25% of tuition fee
Ward of Defence Personnel	Wards of defence personnel	10% of tuition fee
Ward of Single Mother	Wards of single mothers	10% of tuition fee

Scholarships are open for the first 15% of seats in each programme on a first-come, first-served basis.
No scholarship application will be entertained beyond 15th July 2026.
Candidates should preferably send scholarship applications along with their admission forms.
No scholarship is approved unless issued in writing by the Office of the Registrar.
Scholarship percentages are on tuition fee component only.

DBS Global University Ph.D. (Commerce) FAQs

Ques. Can a CA or CMA holder apply for Ph.D. (Commerce) at DBS Global University without a Master's degree?

Ans. Yes. Candidates holding Chartered Accountancy (CA) from ICAI, Cost and Works Accountancy from ICWAI, or Company Secretary qualifications from ICSI with a minimum of 55% marks are eligible to apply for Ph.D. in Commerce at DBS Global University. This is a significant advantage for finance and accounting professionals who may not hold a traditional Master's degree.

Ques. What specialisations are available under Ph.D. (Commerce) at DBS Global University?

Ans. The programme offers specialisations in Commerce, Accounting, Finance and Control, Banking and Insurance, Business Economics, Corporate Governance, and Taxation. Your specific research topic and specialisation are finalised in consultation with your assigned guide at the university based on your research interest and guide availability.

Ques. Is UGC-NET in Commerce required for Ph.D. admission at DBS Global University?

Ans. UGC-NET is not mandatory for admission. However, candidates who have cleared UGC-NET in Commerce or a related subject within the last 2 years of the session they are applying for are exempted from the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) and need to appear only for the interview. Candidates without UGC-NET must appear for the PET.

Ques. What is the scope of Ph.D. (Commerce) from DBS Global University for academic careers?

Ans. A Ph.D. in Commerce from a UGC-recognised university like DBS Global University qualifies graduates to apply for Assistant Professor positions in Commerce departments in colleges and universities across India, as per UGC norms. It also opens doors to research positions in financial institutions, government bodies, think tanks, and corporate research divisions.

Ques. What is the minimum CGPA required to pass the Ph.D. coursework?

Ans. To earn credits for a course unit in the Ph.D. programme, a candidate must achieve at least a Grade B+ (7 points on a 10-point scale). Failure to achieve this grade results in a second opportunity to improve. If the candidate fails to achieve the required grade in the second attempt, their registration may be cancelled. Coursework must be completed within one semester, not exceeding one academic year from provisional registration.

Ques. How is the Ph.D. research guide assigned at DBS Global University?

Ans. The primary guide for the scholar is a DBS Global University faculty member, selected based on the research topic and availability. Scholars may also appoint a Co-guide from outside DBS Global University in accordance with university rules and with due approvals. The university promotes interdisciplinary research and encourages the exchange of ideas across various fields.