GITAM Visakhapatnam Ph.D Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The GITAM PhD Economics programme carries a minimum total fee of INR 1,06,800, comprising tuition of INR 90,000 for the minimum three-year duration, a one-time registration fee of INR 1,800, and thesis-submission charges of INR 15,000. Continuation fees apply if the programme extends beyond the minimum registration period. Hostel charges are optional and separate.

Ans. Candidates without a valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or GPAT score must appear for the GReAT (GITAM Research Aptitude Test). Those with qualifying national-level scores are exempt from GReAT. Shortlisted candidates from both routes then appear for a research interview before the doctoral committee, which assesses the research proposal and alignment with available faculty supervisors.

Ans. GITAM offers a Doctoral Fellowship of up to INR 35,000 per month for full-time scholars who meet CGPA requirements. Candidates holding UGC-JRF or CSIR-JRF are eligible for INR 37,000 per month from the respective funding bodies. DST INSPIRE Fellows receive a similar monthly stipend. Research support grants for fieldwork, conferences, and publications are also available through the School of Economics.

Ans. The minimum duration for PhD Economics at GITAM is three years from the date of registration. The programme includes a mandatory coursework component in the first year, followed by research work, thesis submission, and viva voce. An extension beyond three years is permitted subject to the doctoral committee’s review, with continuation fees applicable for each additional semester.

Ans. PhD Economics graduates from GITAM are positioned for faculty positions at universities and colleges, research roles at think tanks such as NIPFP or NCAER, economist roles at the RBI and Finance Ministry, and consulting with international development organisations. GITAM’s UGC recognition ensures the degree is valid for all academic recruitment exercises including UGC-NET exemption for faculty posts.

Ans. GITAM does offer part-time doctoral options for working professionals in some departments. Candidates interested in a part-time PhD in Economics should confirm current seat availability and the applicable part-time fee structure directly with the GITAM Research Admissions office. Part-time scholars typically have a longer minimum duration than the three-year full-time route.