RTMNU Ph.D Psychology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Psychology or a relevant discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD). Candidates with a valid UGC-NET, JRF, GATE, or SLET score may be exempted from the RTMNU PET. Those without such qualifications must appear for and qualify the RTMNU PhD Entrance Test in Psychology before the interview stage.

Ans. No, UGC-NET is not mandatory but provides an exemption from the RTMNU PhD Entrance Test (PET). Candidates without a NET/JRF/GATE score must appear for the PET, which covers research methodology and Psychology-specific topics. Having a UGC-NET score also makes candidates eligible for the UGC-JRF fellowship, which provides INR 37,000 per month during the first two years of doctoral research.

Ans. The total course fee for PhD Psychology at RTMNU is INR 26,700 for the minimum 3-year duration. Additional fees may apply for registration beyond three years. Optional hostel accommodation is available at INR 23,670 per year. JRF and SRF fellowship holders receive monthly stipends that can substantially cover living and academic expenses during the doctoral program.

Ans. The RTMNU PET has two sections. Section A is common to all disciplines and covers 50 MCQ questions on research methodology and general aptitude, to be completed in 90 minutes. Section B is subject-specific to Psychology. UGC-NET, JRF, GATE, or SLET qualified candidates are exempted from the PET as per current RTMNU admission directions and proceed directly to the interview stage.

Ans. PhD Psychology graduates from RTMNU can pursue academic careers as assistant or associate professors in colleges and universities across Maharashtra and India. Research positions at ICSSR-funded institutes, government welfare departments, NGOs, and clinical and counselling centers are also accessible. Qualifying UGC-NET and State Eligibility Test (SET) remain essential for teaching appointments at the collegiate level.

Ans. The minimum duration for the PhD Psychology program at RTMNU is 3 years from the date of registration. The maximum period is typically 6 years, with provision for extension in specific cases. Scholars must complete coursework requirements, publish research papers in recognized journals, and obtain supervisor and departmental approval before thesis submission. Timely progress reports are required throughout the doctoral journey.