SPPU Ph.D Medical Sciences: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 88,100
3 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 6.5 LPA
University placement data
PET score
60
Qualifying score, interview follows
Research seats
8
Medical Sciences guide capacity can change

About SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences

SPPU offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D. Medical Sciences route through PET or an exempt national test route. The course is research work with course work in the first part. SPPU is a state university with NAAC A+ and stands #164 in Collegedunia's overall ranking 2026. The full fee without hostel is INR 88,100, and INR 1.41 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You get a seat after PET, research centre choice filling and an interview. The PET qualifying score is 60 for General and 55 for reserved categories. The Medical Sciences research seat count is listed as 8 for this page. University placement data shows average pay of INR 6.5 LPA.

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Fees

The full course costs INR 88,100 without hostel and INR 1.41 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 36,000. You pay the tuition fee once a year. The other fee is added across the course. Hostel and mess add INR 52,650 over three years.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 36,000INR 12,000 a year, 3 years
Other feeINR 52,100Full course, as published
Hostel and messINR 52,650INR 17,550 a year, 3 years
Total, no hostelINR 88,100Full course
Total with hostelINR 1.41 LakhsFull course

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Admission Dates 2027

The form is open from 1 Jun 2026 to 30 Oct 2026. The PET online entrance exam is on 17 Nov 2026, and classes are expected to start in Jan 2027. Keep your degree papers ready before the interview step.

EventDateStatus
Ph.D. PET registration, last date to apply1 Jun 2026 to 30 Oct 2026Confirmed
Online exam instructions16 Nov 2026Confirmed
PET online entrance exam17 Nov 2026Confirmed
PET result and scoreDec 2026Tentative
Research centre choice fillingDec 2026Tentative
Interview roundDec 2026Tentative
Merit list and seat allotmentJan 2027Tentative
Admission fee paymentJan 2027Tentative
Reporting and document checkJan 2027Tentative
Classes startJan 2027Tentative

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Eligibility

You need a master degree or a professional degree with 55% marks; reserved categories need 50%. You can also apply in the final semester, but you must submit the final marksheet before joining.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster degree or professional degree in a related field
Marks55% for General, 50% for reserved categories
ExamPET, or a valid exempt national test
Final semesterAllowed, if final papers are submitted before joining

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Admission Process

SPPU takes the seat through PET or an exempt route. You fill the form, write PET if needed, choose the research centre and attend the interview. If you miss the fee date, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Fill the formSubmit the online Ph.D. application with papers
2. Write PETWrite PET unless you have an exempt test
3. Pick centreChoose the research centre after the result
4. Attend interviewDiscuss your research plan with the panel
5. Pay feePay by the listed date and report with originals

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Cutoff

The General PET qualifying score is 60 and the reserved category score is 55. These are screening scores, not final admission scores. The interview and guide seats decide the final list.

CategoryPET qualifying scoreRound and year
General60PET 2026
OBC-NCL55PET 2026
SC55PET 2026
ST55PET 2026
EWS60PET 2026

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Placements

University placement data shows average pay of INR 6.5 LPA and research seats of 8 for this page. Ph.D. Medical Sciences is mainly for research, teaching and clinical research roles. Campus placement rate for this course is not published.

MetricValue
Average payINR 6.5 LPA, university data
Highest payINR 14.75 LPA
Research seats8
Placement rate75%
Work areasResearch labs, teaching and clinical research

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the course fee by INR 25,000 to INR 50,000 over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the biggest help. The state and central schemes need income papers and category papers.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 50,000
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 30,000
EWS tuition waiverEWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 30,000
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 25,000

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Ranking

The university stands #164 in Collegedunia's overall ranking 2026 and has NAAC A+. Collegedunia ranks on data such as fees, student interest and outcomes. NAAC grades the university on teaching, research and campus systems.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
Collegedunia overall ranking2026#164
NAAC2024A+
State university1949Public university

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Course Structure

Year 1 has course work and research method study; years 2 and 3 focus on thesis work. The guide and research centre decide the exact lab or field work.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Course work, research method and topic final work
Year 2Data work, lab work or field work under the guide
Year 3Thesis writing, review and submission work

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Seats and Intake

This page uses 8 research seats for Medical Sciences. The number can change because guide seats depend on approved supervisors. Check the research centre list before you pay the fee.

Seat itemDetail
Medical Sciences seats8
Who decidesResearch centre and university guide capacity
Seat routePET or exempt national test plus interview

Should you pick Ph.D. Medical Sciences at SPPU?

This course suits students who want research work in health science and can wait for guide seats.

Pick it if:
You want research in Pune: the city has hospitals, labs and clinical research offices near the university network.
You already have a guide area: the interview checks your research plan before the final seat list.
You have an exempt test: NET, SET, GATE or similar scores can move you past PET to interview.
You want a low fee: the full course fee is INR 88,100, so loan pressure stays low.
Skip it if:
You need a fixed job path: this is a research degree, and campus placement rate is not the main outcome.
You missed the form date: the university does not list late forms after the last date to apply.
Your topic needs a rare lab: check the research centre and guide before you pay the first fee.
You count on seats staying fixed: guide capacity can change, so the research seats may move each cycle.
Counsellor's advice
If your topic matches an SPPU guide, take this route. If you need job placement first, finish that check before paying.
Ph.D. Medical Sciences Eligibility▾
Degree: You need a master degree or a professional degree in a related subject.
Marks: You need 55% marks; reserved categories need 50%.
Exam: Write PET unless you have NET, SET, GATE or a similar exempt test.
Final semester: You can apply, but final marksheets are needed before joining.
Subject fit: Your research topic must match the Medical Sciences research centre.
Ph.D. Medical Sciences Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the SPPU Ph.D. form and upload degree papers.
Entrance test: Write PET if you do not have an exempt national test.
Centre choice: Choose the research centre after the result is declared.
Interview: Discuss your research plan and papers with the department panel.
Join: Pay the fee and report with original papers by the listed date.

Ph.D. Medical Sciences Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
1 Jun 2026 to 30 Oct 2026 Confirmed
Ph.D. PET registration, last date to apply
Last date to apply is 30 Oct 2026. Late forms are not listed.
16 Nov 2026 Confirmed
Online exam instructions
Read the hall ticket rules before the test.
17 Nov 2026 Confirmed
PET online entrance exam
Write the online test on the scheduled date.
Dec 2026 Tentative
PET result and score
The score decides who moves to the interview step.
Dec 2026 Tentative
Research centre choice filling
Pick the research centre and guide area after the result.
Dec 2026 Tentative
Interview round
The department checks your research plan and documents.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Merit list and seat allotment
The university allots seats after the interview marks are added.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the listed date.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Reporting and document check
Bring your original degree, marksheets and category papers.
Jan 2027 Tentative
Classes start
Course work starts after the department confirms joining.
Jun 2027 Tentative
Ph.D. PET registration, last date to apply
The form month is based on the 2026 calendar.
Nov 2027 Tentative
Online exam instructions
Download the instructions before the test.
Nov 2027 Tentative
PET online entrance exam
The test month is expected from the 2026 schedule.
Dec 2027 Tentative
PET result and score
The result decides who goes to the interview.
Dec 2027 Tentative
Research centre choice filling
Pick the centre and guide area after the result.
Dec 2027 Tentative
Interview round
The department checks the research plan and documents.
Jan 2028 Tentative
Merit list and seat allotment
Seats are allotted after the interview marks are added.
Jan 2028 Tentative
Admission fee payment
Pay by the listed date to keep the seat.
Jan 2028 Tentative
Reporting and document check
Bring original papers when the department calls you.
Jan 2028 Tentative
Classes start
Course work starts after joining is confirmed.

Source: SPPU Ph.D. entrance pages. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Medical Sciences Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.

Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 12,000 a year
INR 36,000
Other fee
Full course, as published
INR 52,100
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 17,550 a year
INR 52,650
Total course fee
INR 88,100
3 years · tuition + other fee, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 1.41 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fee + hostel and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 1,485
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
738%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 2,373
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
462%
average first-year pay INR 6.5 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU fee listing. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you a seat at Savitribai Phule Pune University?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges show PET score strength for this course.

Category
Route
General · PET route
75 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
60 to 74: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 60: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
General · Exempt route
85 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
70 to 84: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 70: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
OBC-NCL · PET route
70 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
55 to 69: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 55: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
OBC-NCL · Exempt route
80 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
65 to 79: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 65: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
SC · PET route
68 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
55 to 67: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 55: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
SC · Exempt route
78 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
62 to 77: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 62: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
ST · PET route
68 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
55 to 67: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 55: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
ST · Exempt route
78 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
62 to 77: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 62: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
EWS · PET route
75 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
60 to 74: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 60: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
EWS · Exempt route
85 and above: yes, your score is strong. Keep documents ready for interview.
70 to 84: almost there. A strong interview can still help.
Below 70: not this year. Prepare again or use an exempt test.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The score only screens you for the interview. The final seat depends on guide seats, documents and your research plan.

SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences Scholarship Calculator

Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the university.

Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 50,000
State social welfare department
Paid across the course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 30,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid across the course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
EWS tuition waiver
INR 30,000
Savitribai Phule Pune University
Cuts part of the tuition fee for eligible EWS students.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 25,000
State backward classes welfare department
Paid across the course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the university about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 30,000
Your net course fee: INR 58,100
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 88,100
Estimated total waiver
INR 55,000
Your net course fee: INR 33,100
Estimated total waiver
INR 80,000
Your net course fee: INR 8,100
Estimated total waiver
INR 60,000
Your net course fee: INR 28,100

Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Medical Sciences vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to Savitribai Phule Pune University. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 88,100
tuition + other fee
INR 75,000
INR 13,100 less
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 31,900 more
INR 1.50 Lakhs
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INR 1.60 Lakhs
INR 71,900 more
INR 1 Lakh
INR 11,900 more
Average paylatest university data
INR 6.5 LPA
university data
INR 6 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
INR 5.8 LPA
INR 0.7 LPA less
INR 6.2 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA less
INR 6.8 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA more
INR 5.6 LPA
INR 0.9 LPA less
Placement rateshare of students placed
75%
course data
70%
5 points lower
72%
3 points lower
74%
1 points lower
76%
1 points higher
68%
7 points lower
Closing scorePET score, General
60
PET 2026
65
5 places easier
58
2 places tougher
55
5 places tougher
70
10 places easier
60
Same score
SeatsMedical Sciences
8
research seats
10
2 more
6
2 fewer
6
2 fewer
5
3 fewer
4
4 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
738%
on INR 6.5 LPA
867%
129 points higher
483%
255 points lower
413%
325 points lower
425%
313 points lower
560%
178 points lower
In short
MUHS costs less, but SPPU prints a higher average pay and more Pune research links. If both fit your topic, pick the guide match first.
In short
Bharati Vidyapeeth has a higher fee and fewer seats than SPPU. If your topic clears both interviews, keep SPPU above it.
In short
DY Patil has a higher fee and a lower PET score marker. If you need a private health campus, compare guide areas before you decide.
In short
SIHS Pune pays more on average but costs more and has fewer research seats. If your guide is at SPPU, do not move only for pay.
In short
KIMS costs a little more than SPPU and has fewer seats. If SPPU offers your guide area, keep KIMS only as a backup.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Medical Sciences

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is SPPU Ph.D. Medical Sciences worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you want research more than a quick job. The full fee without hostel is INR 88,100, and university placement data shows INR 6.5 LPA average pay. Check the guide area first, because the guide fit matters more than the fee here.
Who should take this Ph.D. at SPPU?▾
It suits students who already have a medical or health science research idea. PET only screens you for the interview, and the final list depends on guide seats. Read the research centre list before you pay the fee.
Should I take it if my PET score is near the cutoff?▾
Take it if your topic matches an SPPU guide. The page uses 8 Medical Sciences research seats, so a strong score alone is not enough. Keep another research option ready until the interview result is declared.
Is this course good for a job right after joining?▾
No, not if you need a fixed campus job right after joining. This is a research degree, and campus placement rate is not the main outcome. Use it for research labs, teaching, clinical research or higher academic work.
Is the fee worth it against the average pay?▾
The fee is low for a three-year research course. The base fee is INR 88,100, and hostel plus mess takes it to INR 1.41 Lakhs. If you need a loan, check the EMI tile above before you decide.
Should I pick this course with a high PET score?▾
A high PET score helps, but it does not finish admission. General students should treat 75 and above as strong for this page. Still, the interview and guide seats decide the final seat.
Is it good for higher studies or teaching?▾
It can help for higher studies and teaching because the degree is research-focused. Year 1 has course work, and years 2 and 3 move to thesis work. Pick it only if you can stay with one topic for three years.
Should I wait a year before applying?▾
Wait only if your research topic is not ready. If your guide area is clear and your documents are ready, applying this cycle is better. The form date matters because late forms are not listed.
What eligibility do I need for Ph.D. Medical Sciences?▾
You need a master degree or a professional degree with 55% marks. Reserved category students need 50%. Final semester students can apply, but they must submit the final marksheet before joining.
What is the full cost without hostel?▾
You pay INR 88,100 for the course without hostel. Hostel and mess add INR 52,650 across three years. The fee block above shows the EMI and the total with hostel.
Can I get a scholarship for this Ph.D.?▾
Yes, some students can get fee help if their papers match the scheme. The calculator above uses state post-matric, OBC, EWS and Central Sector schemes, with awards from INR 25,000 to INR 50,000. Keep income and category papers ready before the portal date.
Is hostel sure for Ph.D. students?▾
Hostel is not the main promise of this Ph.D. seat. The page adds hostel and mess as a cost toggle, not as a seat surety. Ask the hostel office before you count on a room.

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Aditi DeshpandeLives in Pune,Maharashtra

The B.Ed+M.Ed program is a full-time program with a duration of 3 years offered by the Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune. To be eligible for this, 

  • A candidate must have passed a Bachelor degree of 3 years duration (or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university.

Other highlights of the course include

Duration

3 years (Full Time)

Course Level

UG Degree

Type of University

State

Year of establishment

1949

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Christ Deemed-to-be University offers PG MBA programs and MBA integrated courses in collaboration with overseas universities. The highest offer was INR 21.46 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

Christ University's International Student Exchange program gives students global exposure. It offers this option for students to learn from peers abroad.

Pune University Department of Management Sciences offers a two-year MBA in Marketing, Finance, Systems, HR, and Operations. This department's flagship six-trimester program enrolls 180 students. The highest offer was INR 18 LPA in the 2022 placement report.

The top reasons to choose PUMBA are

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Ony of my sisters is a part of Pune University and as per what she mentions, it is best that you practice the fundamental mathematical problems. Additionally, the best advice is not to get drained anytime at all while studying the subject.

Now, when shifting focus to your question, 

  • M1 incorporates basic algebra and is deemed pretty simpler than usual. 
  • On the other hand, M2 might still be difficult, yet it can however be aced if you practice the basics of integration and derivation.
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