The Ph.D. in Finance at GITAM (Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management) Deemed to be University, Bengaluru, is a minimum three-year full-time doctoral programme offered by GITAM School of Business. GITAM is a NAAC A++ Deemed University (2023), with its Bengaluru Campus at Doddaballapur Main Road, Bengaluru 562163. The programme covers advanced research in corporate finance, financial markets, investment management, behavioural finance, financial econometrics, banking, and risk management. All full-time scholars are eligible for a GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship of INR 33,000 per month for up to three years. Admission is through GReAT (GITAM Research Admissions Test) or direct interview for candidates with UGC-NET scores.
📋 Admission Status: GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. (Finance) admissions for 2026-27 are in the interview and offer-letter phase. GReAT results were declared by June 30, 2026; classes commence August 24, 2026. Apply early for the next cycle at researchadmissions.gitam.edu.
Key Points
- GITAM Ph.D. Finance is a full-time doctoral programme at a NAAC A++ Deemed University in Bengaluru.
- Academic fee: INR 30,000 per year (minimum INR 90,000 for 3 years); application fee INR 1,200.
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship of INR 33,000/month for up to 3 years awarded to all full-time scholars.
- Research areas include corporate finance, financial markets, investment management, behavioural finance, financial econometrics, banking, and risk management.
- UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE qualified candidates are exempted from GReAT.
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Finance Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | INR 1,200 |
| Annual Academic Fee | INR 30,000 |
| Total Fees (3-Year Minimum) | INR 90,000 |
- Academic fee INR 30,000/year; three-year total INR 90,000.
- Application fee INR 1,200; pay at researchadmissions.gitam.edu.
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship is separate from the academic fee.
- Hostel charges additional; confirm at gitam.edu.
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Finance Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GReAT 2026 Application Deadline | May 11, 2026 |
| GReAT 2026 Exam (Online) | May 23, 2026 |
| GReAT 2026 Results | June 30, 2026 |
| Online Interviews (School of Business) | June 15 to 20, 2026 |
| Offer Letter and Fee Payment | July to August 2026 |
| Commencement of Ph.D. Programme | August 24, 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Registration End | March 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Exam Date | May 23, 2026 |
| GReAT (GITAM) Result | June 30, 2026 |
| UGC-NET Phase 2 (June 2026) Registration End | April 29, 2026 |
| UGC-NET Phase 2 (June 2026) Exam Date | Jun 22 to 30, 2026 |
| UGC-NET Phase 2 (June 2026) Result | July 2026 |
- Apply at researchadmissions.gitam.edu; pay INR 1,200 application fee.
- GATE/NET holders are exempted from GReAT; direct interview applies.
- Research proposal and online interview required after qualifying GReAT.
- 2026-27 applications closed; next cycle opens early 2027.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in MBA, M.Com, or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or an equivalent discipline.
- A minimum aggregate of 55 percent marks (or 5.5 CGPA) in the qualifying master’s degree is required.
- A valid GReAT, GATE, CSIR-NET, or UGC-NET score is required; UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE qualified candidates are exempted from GReAT.
- CA, CS, or CFA qualified candidates with 55% and 7 or more years of managerial experience may also apply.
Admission Process
- Register at researchadmissions.gitam.edu and pay the INR 1,200 application fee.
- Appear in GReAT (online) or submit a valid GATE/NET score.
- Candidates who clear GReAT or hold a valid GATE/NET score are called for an online interview (June 15 to 20, 2026).
- Successful candidates receive admission offer letters in July to August 2026; pay fees to confirm.
- Complete document verification and join the programme on August 24, 2026.
✓ Opt for this if
- MBA Finance graduates targeting fellowship-funded doctoral study
- UGC-NET or GATE holders aiming for academic careers in finance
- CA or CFA professionals with experience open to doctoral research
- Bengaluru-based candidates wanting NAAC A++ Business School PhD
✗ Skip if
- Students expecting IIM or premier B-School research brand
- Those targeting global research collaborations in financial economics
- Candidates needing industry-sponsored finance research projects
- Those requiring top-ranked university for faculty at premier institutes
GITAM Bengaluru Ph.D. Finance Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship | INR 33,000/month for up to 3 years | All full-time PhD scholars; no separate application; awarded at admission |
| MURTI Excellence Fellowship | INR 40,000/month for up to 3 years | Awarded to meritorious full-time scholars; competitive selection at admission |
| CSIR/UGC-JRF / GATE Fellowship | As per government norms | Valid JRF/GATE holders; exempted from GReAT and eligible for direct interview |
- GITAM Ph.D. Fellowship awarded at admission to all full-time scholars.
- MURTI Excellence Fellowship: competitive; awarded to meritorious candidates.
- CSIR/UGC-JRF holders keep fellowship; GATE holders qualify for GITAM fellowship.
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