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DTU Ph.D. Humanities and Social Sciences: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
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30 May, 2026 DTU has announced Ph.D. Humanities and Social Sciences Fee Structure for AY 2026-27. The total academic fee is ₹ 66,600 .
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About DTU Ph.D. HSS
DTU offers Ph.D. HSS as a part-time research course in Humanities, with English and Economics research areas. It is a three-year minimum route for working students who can give steady time to research. DTU is a Delhi government university with NAAC A+ and NIRF #30 in Engineering 2025. The full course fee without living cost is INR 65,100 for Code B students. Admission uses the DTU Ph.D. entrance test and an interview, unless a listed exam exempts you from the test. The provisional Humanities list shows 7 selected names. DTU does not publish placement pay for this research course; the DTU fellowship value is INR 4.44 LPA.
DTU Ph.D. HSS Fees 2027
The total with living cost is INR 1.85 Lakhs while the total without living cost is INR 65,100. The tuition fee is INR 28,000. You pay the first fee at admission and the lower annual fee in years 2 and 3. DTU fixes the Code B fee for other full-time and part-time candidates. Living cost is separate and depends on your city stay.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 28,000 | Per year × 3, INR 9,333 a year |
| Student welfare fee | INR 18,000 | Per year × 3, INR 6,000 a year |
| Facilities and services | INR 6,000 | Per year × 3, INR 2,000 a year |
| EWS fund | INR 3,000 | Per year × 3, INR 1,000 a year |
| Exam fee | INR 7,000 | One time, in year 1 |
| Mediclaim | INR 2,100 | Per year × 3, INR 700 a year |
| Alumni fee | INR 1,000 | One time, in year 1 |
| Total, no living cost | INR 65,100 | Full course, as published |
| Total with living cost | INR 1.85 Lakhs | Includes Delhi stay and travel |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Admission Dates 2027
The 2027 application form is expected on 18 May 2027 and the last date to apply is 14 Jun 2027. Classes start is expected on 3 Aug 2027. DTU first shortlists candidates, then holds the entrance test, interview, final result, document check and joining report.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application and registration | 18 May 2027 to 14 Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Shortlist for entrance test | 19 Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Entrance test | 2 Jul 2027 to 3 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Entrance test result | 3 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Interview and research plan selection | 8 Jul 2027 to 10 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Final result and seat offer | 21 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Document verification and admission fee | 24 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Last date of admission | 31 Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start and joining report | 3 Aug 2027 | Tentative |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Eligibility
English and Economics need a master's degree with 55% marks, while reserved groups get 5% relaxation. A relevant engineering bachelor's degree needs 75% and proven research work. You need employer papers if you apply part-time.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| English route | Master's degree in English or a relevant branch with 55% marks |
| Economics route | Master's degree in Economics or a relevant branch with 55% marks |
| Reserved relaxation | 5% relaxation for listed reserved groups |
| Part-time papers | NOC and experience proof from your employer |
| Campus stay | At least 6-month stay is waived for NCR workers |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Admission Process
The online form costs INR 1,500 and the test has 70% weight. The interview has 30% weight. You apply online, pay the fee, carry your research plan, then report with original papers if selected.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| Online form | Register on the DTU admission portal and pay INR 1,500 |
| Shortlist | Check if DTU lists you for the test or exempts you |
| Entrance test | Write the Ph.D. entrance test if you are not exempted |
| Interview | Carry an 8 to 10 slide research plan presentation |
| Document check | Report in person with original papers and fee |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Cutoff
The entrance test has 70% weight and the interview has 30% weight. DTU does not publish a closing rank for this Ph.D. HSS seat. Your score, research plan and documents decide the seat.
| Route | Cutoff or score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance test route | 70% test weight | DTU Ph.D. 2026 |
| Interview route | 30% interview weight | DTU Ph.D. 2026 |
| NET or JRF route | Written test exempted | DTU Ph.D. 2026 |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Placements
DTU does not publish placement pay for this research course, but the JRF fellowship value is INR 4.44 LPA. The placement rate is not published. You use the Ph.D. for teaching, research and policy roles after your thesis.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Fellowship value used for ROI | INR 4.44 LPA |
| Placement rate | Not published |
| Course outcome | Teaching, research and policy roles |
| Campus support | Library and department research guidance |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Scholarships
The biggest fee waiver shown here is INR 65,100, which can clear the course fee. The other awards cut INR 20,000 to INR 40,000. Full-time fellowship schemes need their own exam proof, and part-time students should confirm before they count on them.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| DTU research fellowship | Full-time scholars selected under DTU rules | INR 65,100 fee value |
| Central Sector Scheme | Students with income up to INR 8 Lakhs | INR 40,000 |
| EWS fee help | EWS students with valid certificate | INR 25,100 |
| SC/ST post-matric help | SC or ST students with low income | INR 20,000 |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Ranking
DTU has NAAC A+ and NIRF #30 in Engineering 2025. The brochure also states ISO 9001:2015. These ranks show the university name and campus systems, not a separate Ph.D. HSS placement score.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | 2026 | A+ |
| NIRF Engineering | 2025 | #30 |
| ISO | 2026 | 9001:2015 certified |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Course Structure
Coursework has 8 to 16 credits and Research Methodology has 4 credits. Research and Publication Ethics is also listed as a course. You finish the coursework first, then work with your supervisor on the thesis.
| Course part | What you study |
|---|---|
| Coursework | 8 to 16 credits |
| Research Methodology | 4 credits |
| Research and Publication Ethics | Mandatory course |
| Subject course | 4 to 12 credits based on department advice |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Seats and Intake
The Humanities provisional list shows 7 selected names, split across English and Economics. The course does not publish a fixed seat number in the brochure. You should read the final result list and report only if your name is printed.
| Area | Seats or names |
|---|---|
| Humanities selected names | 7 |
| English | Listed in Humanities |
| Economics | Listed in Humanities |
| Fixed seat intake | Not published |
DTU Ph.D. HSS Campus and Library
The campus covers 164 acres and the library holds more than 230,000 books. DTU is 3 to 4 kms from nearby metro stations. These are useful if your part-time research needs evening library work and department meetings.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Campus size | 164 acres |
| Library books | 230,000 plus |
| Metro distance | 3 to 4 kms |
| Academic databases | 24 listed services |
Should you pick Ph.D. HSS at DTU?
This course suits working students who want a Delhi research base and can meet the department often.
Ph.D. HSS Eligibility▾
Ph.D. HSS Admission Process▾
Ph.D. HSS Admission Dates 2027
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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Source: DTU Ph.D. admission schedule. Confirm on the official site before you act.
DTU Ph.D. HSS Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add Delhi stay and travel cost.
Source: DTU Ph.D. admission brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will you get a Ph.D. HSS seat at DTU?
Pick your route. The cards show what your next step means.
Trust the document check as much as the score. Part-time students lose time when NOC or experience proof is missing.
DTU Ph.D. HSS Scholarship Calculator
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DTU Ph.D. HSS vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to DTU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on DTU Ph.D. HSS
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DTU: 2 Answered Questions
Should I opt for DTU mechanical or IIIT Delhi CSE?
The choice depends on what matters the most to you.
If placements, faculty and research opportunities are your top most priority, choose IIIT Delhi CSE. In this respect, IIITD CSE beats DTU Mechanical by a large margin. But if you want the best of campus, college environment, cultural fests and brand name, DTU Mechanical is a much better choice.
I would personally recommend IIIT Delhi, as it offers top notch placements. But if you’re truly passionate about Mechanical, choose that branch. Do not take your interest for granted while choosing your branch/degree.
Are courses in DTU and NSIT flexible? Can students from lower branches study a minor in C.S. easily?
As an NSUT student, the new CBCS (choice based credit system) allows you to choose your fields of study. This makes for more flexible courses. Also, NSUT has an excellent coding environment which will help you for your minor in Computer Science. Many students over there pursue coding, despite being from a branch other than IT/COE.
In DTU, you will have electives starting from 5th semester.These are department and general electives. IIIT Delhi offers the most flexible courses. Other than some fixed category credits, all the subjects are choice based.
Thus, in terms of providing flexible courses, this is the order of preference- IIITD> NSUT>DTU.
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