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The Ph.D. (Management) Part Time programme at Nirma University, Ahmedabad is a doctoral research programme designed for working management professionals, offered by the Institute of Management (IMNU). The programme allows candidates to pursue doctoral research in management while continuing their professional careers. Research areas include Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Strategy, Organizational Behaviour, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, and allied management disciplines. The minimum duration for the part-time PhD is typically 4 years, and the programme is conducted at Nirma University's campus in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It is popular among senior managers, corporate executives, and management faculty who wish to earn a doctoral degree without leaving their careers.

Admissions for the Ph.D. (Management) Part Time 2026-27 are currently open. The Ph.D. Entrance Examination and Presentation for the Institute of Management (Part-Time) is scheduled for 24th July 2026 (Friday) at Nirma University, Ahmedabad. Candidates must apply online with a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,250. The online application portal is live at admissions-phd.nirmauni.ac.in.

Key Points

The part-time PhD in Management is specifically designed for working professionals who wish to pursue doctoral research alongside their careers.
Research scholars are required to complete 16 credits of coursework as part of the programme.
Scholars must publish at least one research paper in a refereed journal indexed in Web of Science/Scopus (Q3 or higher) and make two conference presentations, or publish two refereed papers and make one conference presentation, before thesis submission.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET (including JRF) or UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF) scores are exempted from the written entrance test and directly called for the personal interview/viva-voce.
Part-time PhD scholars are not eligible for the monthly fellowship provided to full-time scholars.
The Institute of Management is consistently ranked among the top management institutes in India and has strong industry connections, providing a rich research environment.

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17 Mar, 2026 Nirma University Ahmedabad Ph.D Management Fee Structure 2026 is out. The total academic fee is ₹ 2.18 Lakhs.

20 Feb, 2026 Nirma University Ahmedabad PhD Registration 2026-27 is open till May 16 @nirmauni.ac.in. The entrance exam and presentation are tentatively scheduled between Jun 20 & Jul 24, 2026. Check details.

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Nirma PhD (Management) PT Fees

The Ph.D. (Management) Part Time programme at Nirma University has a slightly higher annual fee compared to the full-time programme. The annual fee is Rs. 50,000, and one-time charges include course work fee, initial registration, course work examination, and viva voce fees. A refundable security deposit of Rs. 30,000 is also collected.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Annual Fee (Per Annum)	50,000
Course Work Fee (One Time)	15,000
Initial Post-Graduation Registration Fee (One Time)	1,000
Course Work Examination Fee (One Time)	1,200
Viva Voce Examination Fee (at thesis submission)	20,000
Total One-Time/Other Fees	37,200
Refundable Security Deposit	30,000
Total Fees (for 4 years, including all components)	2,67,200

The refundable security deposit of Rs. 30,000 is returned upon completion/exit from the programme.
Annual fee of Rs. 50,000 is charged per annum; total for 4 years = Rs. 2,00,000.
Eligibility certificate fee of Rs. 1,000 is applicable only if required.
Application processing fee of Rs. 1,250 is non-refundable and paid at the time of applying.
Part-time PhD scholars are not eligible for the monthly fellowship.

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Nirma PhD (Management) PT Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date
PhD Admissions 2026-27 Open	February 20, 2026
Online Application Start	February 2026
Application Processing Fee	Rs. 1,250 (Non-refundable)
Written Test and Presentation - Institute of Management (Part-Time)	July 24, 2026 (Friday)
Result / Merit List Declaration	After July 24, 2026
Batch Commencement	August/September 2026 (Tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Details	Relevance
UGC-NET (Phase 1)	Exam: December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026; Result: February 4, 2026	Valid score exempts from written entrance test
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Registration: April 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative); Exam: June 2026 (Tentative)	Valid score exempts from written entrance test

Nirma University conducts annual admissions to its Ph.D. (Management) Part Time programme. Admissions for 2026-27 are currently open, with the entrance examination scheduled for July 2026. Candidates who hold valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET scores are exempted from the written test and directly proceed to the viva-voce/presentation round. The final selection is based on 70% weightage to the entrance test and 30% to the viva-voce performance.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

A Master's degree in Management (MBA/PGDM) or equivalent from a recognised university with at least 55% marks in aggregate or equivalent grade.
OR a 4-year Bachelor's degree programme in a relevant discipline from a recognised university with at least 75% marks in aggregate.
OR an M.Phil. degree from a recognised university with at least 55% marks in aggregate.

Admission Process

Apply online at admissions-phd.nirmauni.ac.in with a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 1,250.
Eligible candidates are called for the written entrance test (50% qualifying marks required); syllabus covers 50% Research Methodology and 50% subject-specific Management topics.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET (including JRF) or UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF) scores are exempted from the written test.
Shortlisted candidates appear for a viva-voce/presentation before the Departmental Research Committee.
Final merit is computed with 70% weightage to the entrance test and 30% to the viva-voce.
Selected candidates are allotted a Research Supervisor based on specialisation and research interests.
All admitted scholars must complete 16 credits of coursework.

Nirma PhD (Management) PT Scholarships 2026

Part-time PhD scholars in Management at Nirma University are not eligible for the monthly fellowship provided to full-time scholars. However, they may apply for external funding opportunities to support their research.

Scholarship Options

Scholarship/Fellowship	Details
University Monthly Fellowship	Not applicable for Part-Time scholars
UGC-JRF	External fellowship; eligible if qualified in NET with JRF
DST-INSPIRE	External fellowship for research
Employer/Institution Sponsorship	Scholars may seek funding from their employers or institutions

Part-time scholars are not eligible for the university's monthly fellowship scheme.
External fellowships such as UGC-JRF may be availed if the scholar qualifies the respective examinations.
Scholars employed in academic institutions may seek study leave or financial support from their employers.

Nirma University Ahmedabad Ph.D Management Ranking

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#53 out of 125 in India 2025

#3rd in Ahmedabad

#3 in Gujarat

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Nirma PhD (Management) PT FAQs

Ques. Can a senior corporate executive pursue the part-time PhD in Management at Nirma University?

Ans. Yes, the part-time PhD in Management is specifically designed for working professionals including senior managers, corporate executives, management consultants, and management faculty. Candidates can pursue doctoral research while continuing their professional careers.

Ques. How often do part-time PhD scholars in Management need to visit the campus?

Ans. Part-time scholars are expected to visit the campus for coursework sessions, supervisor meetings, seminars, and examinations. The frequency depends on the research progress and supervisor requirements. Scholars should discuss the expected campus visit schedule with their supervisor before enrolling.

Ques. What is the difference between the full-time and part-time PhD in Management at Nirma University?

Ans. The full-time PhD requires scholars to be present on campus full-time and comes with a monthly fellowship (Rs. 22,550 for the first three years). The part-time PhD is designed for working professionals; it has a higher annual fee (Rs. 50,000 vs Rs. 40,000) and does not include a monthly fellowship. The minimum duration for part-time is typically 4 years vs 3 years for full-time.

Ques. Is the entrance exam for part-time Management PhD different from the full-time exam?

Ans. Yes. The full-time Management PhD entrance exam is held on June 20, 2026, while the part-time Management PhD entrance exam is held on July 24, 2026. Both are conducted at Nirma University, Ahmedabad.

Ques. What are the publication requirements for part-time PhD scholars in Management at Nirma University?

Ans. The publication requirements are the same as for full-time scholars. Before submitting the thesis, scholars must publish at least one research paper in a refereed journal indexed in Web of Science/Scopus (Q3 or higher) and make two conference presentations, or publish two refereed papers and make one conference presentation.

Ques. Can a management faculty member from another institution pursue a part-time PhD at Nirma University?

Ans. Yes, management faculty members from other recognised institutions can pursue a part-time PhD at Nirma University. They need to meet the eligibility criteria and go through the standard admission process. The university's regulations allow for part-time scholars who are employed in recognised institutions or industries.