The Ph.D. in Medicine at Yenepoya (Deemed to be University) is a research doctorate programme offered through the Faculty of Medicine, Yenepoya Medical College and Hospital, Mangaluru. The programme covers advanced biomedical research in clinical and basic medical sciences, research methodology and scientific writing, labora, preparing scholars for medical research academic, clinical research scientist, and teaching faculty roles. Yenepoya University holds NAAC A+ accreditation; annual fee is INR 2,65,000.
📋 Admission Status: Yenepoya University Ph.D. (Medicine) admissions are conducted in January and July sessions. Apply at admissions.yenepoya.edu.in or yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php. Admission is through the Yenepoya PhD entrance test and interview; check the latest notification for 2026 session dates.
Key Points
- Ph.D. (Medicine) at Faculty of Medicine, Yenepoya Medical College and Hospital, Mangaluru
- Covers advanced biomedical research in clinical and basic medical sciences, research me and more
- Eligibility: MD/MS or equivalent recognised postgraduate medical degree with minimum 55 percent aggregate
- Admission: Yenepoya PhD entrance test and interview (January and July sessions)
- Yenepoya University: NAAC A+ accredited; UGC-recognised Deemed University
Yenepoya University Ph.D. in Medicine Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Fee (Per Year) | INR 2,65,000 |
| Total Fees (6 Years Maximum) | INR 15,90,000 |
- INR 2,65,000/year; most scholars finish in 3-5 years.
- Verify 2026-27 fee at yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php.
Yenepoya University Ph.D. in Medicine Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| PhD Application (July 2026 session) | April to June 2026 |
| Yenepoya PhD Entrance Test | As per notification; yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php |
| Interview and Selection | After entrance test |
| PhD Registration | July 2026 or January 2027 session |
- Eligibility: MD or MS or equivalent PG medical degree; 55 percent minimum.
- UGC-NET or GATE holders may be exempt from entrance test.
- Selection: PhD entrance test then research proposal interview.
- Confirm guide and 2026 session at yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a MD/MS or equivalent recognised postgraduate medical degree with a minimum of 55 percent aggregate marks (50 percent for SC/ST/OBC-NCL as per UGC regulations) from a UGC-recognised university.
- Admission is through the Yenepoya PhD entrance test and a research proposal interview. Holders of UGC-NET or GATE may be eligible for exemption from the entrance test; confirm at yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php. PhD sessions are conducted in January and July each year.
Admission Process
- Check the latest PhD admission notification at yenepoya.edu.in/phd.php for the July 2026 or January 2027 session. Applications are invited typically 3-4 months before the session start.
- Apply online with MD/MS or equivalent recognised postgraduate medical degree marksheets, research statement, and supporting documents. Pay the application fee as specified in the notification.
- Appear in the Yenepoya PhD entrance test (written paper) followed by a research proposal interview before the PhD committee. UGC-NET/GATE holders may be exempted from the written test.
- Selected candidates register as Full-time or Part-time PhD scholars. A recognised supervisor (guide) at Yenepoya University is assigned based on research area and guide availability.
- Submit coursework and research proposal in the first year. Complete dissertation research under the guide at Faculty of Medicine, Yenepoya Medical College and Hospital. Minimum PhD duration is 3 years.
✓ Opt for this if
- Career target is medical college faculty or ICMR / DBT research scientist
- MD/MS background with strong interest in original research, publication, and academic medicine
- Yenepoya Medical College provides clinical research infrastructure and recognised PhD guides
- Planning academic appointment (Assistant Professor) in a medical college requiring PhD
- Goal is principal investigator status for clinical trials or government research grants
✗ Skip if
- Clinical specialist practice is the priority; PhD adds 3-5 years without immediate clinical value
- Top government medical research institution (AIIMS, PGIMER) is the only acceptable PhD host
- Fee of INR 15.90 Lakhs over 6 years is outside budget without fellowship or scholarship support
- Timeline constraint: completing PhD alongside clinical work requires careful planning
Yenepoya University Ph.D. in Medicine Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| Yenepoya Merit Scholarship | As per university norms | Based on Class 12 marks or entrance exam rank; awarded at admission |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000; scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (Government of Karnataka) | As per government norms | SC/ST Karnataka domicile students; state scholarship portal |
| Prime Minister’s Special Scholarship Scheme (J&K) | As per scheme norms | Students from J&K and UT of Ladakh; aicte-pragati-saksham-neu.in |
- UGC-JRF fellowship for JRF holders; ugc.ac.in.
- ICMR Junior Research Fellowship: medical sciences; icmr.gov.in.
- Karnataka state research scholarships: SC/ST/OBC; state portal.
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