MDU PhD Commerce Fees

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Fee	INR 30,653
Year 2 Fee	INR 30,653
Year 3 Fee	INR 30,653
Total Fees (3-year PhD Commerce, Hostel charges separate)	INR 91,960

Total fees INR 91,960 for the minimum 3-year PhD duration.

Additional fees may apply for extensions beyond 3 years.

SC/ST fee concessions available. Check mdu.ac.in for details.

MDU PhD Commerce Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
UGC NET June 2026	June 2026 (expected)
MDU PhD Admission Notification	August to September 2026 (expected)
MDU PhD Entrance Test	September 2026 (expected)
PhD Admissions	October 2026 (expected)

Admission via UGC NET or MDU PhD entrance test.

Apply via mdu.ac.in when the PhD admission notification is released.

An interview is mandatory for all candidates including those with UGC NET.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s degree in Commerce or a related discipline with at least 55% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates).

Candidates holding UGC NET/JRF qualification are generally exempted from the MDU PhD entrance test.

Candidates without NET must qualify the MDU PhD Entrance Test and subsequently pass the interview.

Research proposal and interview performance are key factors in final selection.

Candidates must meet all conditions specified in the current MDU PhD Ordinance.

Admission Process

Qualify UGC NET/JRF in a relevant life sciences subject, or prepare for the MDU PhD Entrance Test.

Watch mdu.ac.in for the PhD admission notification released typically in August or September.

Submit the PhD application form online with postgraduate mark sheets, NET certificate (if applicable), and research proposal.

Appear for the interview conducted by the doctoral committee at MDU Rohtak.

On selection, complete enrolment formalities, pay the year 1 fee, and register as a PhD scholar.

✓ Opt for this if

M.Sc or MA Commerce graduates with UGC NET targeting academic careers
Research-oriented students from Haryana or nearby NCR region
Candidates seeking a NAAC A+ state university PhD credential
Professionals in commerce seeking doctoral qualification for faculty roles
Students preferring Rohtak campus with access to NCR industry connections

✗ Skip if

Students seeking industry placement rather than research or faculty careers
Candidates needing a prestigious central or IIT-level brand for career mobility
Those unwilling to relocate to or commute to Rohtak, Haryana
Candidates without a relevant postgraduate degree in commerce
Students wanting a part-time PhD without UGC NET or entrance qualification

MDU PhD Commerce Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	As per government norms	SC/ST students from Haryana
Haryana State Merit Scholarship	As per government norms	Merit-cum-means for eligible candidates
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	As per central government norms	Based on category and income
Education Loan (Nationalised Banks)	As per bank policy	All eligible candidates

SC/ST scholarships available via scholarship.gov.in for Haryana students.

Confirm scholarship eligibility and renewal conditions with MDU admissions before applying.

MDU PhD Commerce FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for Ph.D in Commerce at MDU Rohtak?

Ans. The total fee for the minimum 3-year Ph.D in Commerce at Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, is INR 91,960 payable at INR 30,653 per year. If the PhD extends beyond 3 years, additional annual fees apply as per MDU norms. Hostel and transport charges are payable separately. Confirm the current fee structure at mdu.ac.in.

Ques. What is the admission process for Ph.D in Commerce at MDU Rohtak?

Ans. Admission to Ph.D in Commerce at Maharshi Dayanand University is through UGC NET/JRF (which exempts candidates from the MDU entrance test) or through MDU’s own PhD Entrance Test. All candidates, including NET/JRF holders, must pass a personal interview conducted by the doctoral committee. Candidates submit a research proposal, and final selection is based on entrance score or NET rank combined with interview performance.

Ques. What is the eligibility for Ph.D in Commerce at MDU Rohtak?

Ans. Candidates must hold Master’s degree in Commerce or a related discipline with at least 55% marks. UGC NET/JRF qualification exempts candidates from the MDU PhD entrance test. Candidates without NET must qualify the MDU PhD Entrance Test. All candidates must pass an interview as part of the selection process. The minimum PhD duration is 3 years as per UGC regulations and MDU ordinances.

Ques. What are the career options after Ph.D in Commerce from MDU Rohtak?

Ans. After Ph.D in Commerce from Maharshi Dayanand University, graduates can pursue careers as research scientist, faculty, R&D professional. PhD holders qualify for assistant professor positions at universities and colleges, scientist roles in government research institutions such as ICMR, DBT, and CSIR, and R&D positions in pharmaceutical and biotech companies. The PhD from a NAAC A+ state university is recognised for academic and research positions nationally.

Ques. How long is the PhD programme at MDU Rohtak?

Ans. The minimum duration of the PhD programme at Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, is 3 years as per UGC PhD regulations 2022. The maximum duration is typically 6 years with the possibility of extension under exceptional circumstances as per MDU’s PhD Ordinance. Scholars are required to publish research papers, present in seminars, and complete all milestones including pre-submission seminar and open viva for award of the degree.

MDU Ph.D Commerce: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility