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

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 60,900
3 years, no RPE fee
JRF stipend
INR 4.44 LPA
UGC NET JRF, if awarded
PET score
50%
45% for reserved categories
Research seats
7
SPPU department guides

About SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology

SPPU offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D. Microbiology through its Department of Microbiology at the Pune campus. The university has a NAAC A+ grade and the department has trained more than 50 Ph.D. students. The full fee without the RPE course is INR 60,900, and INR 64,900 with the RPE course. You enter through SPPU PET or through a NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR or JRF interview route. The department guide list shows 7 SPPU department seats and 23 Microbiology seats across listed centres. The department page says 22 Ph.D. scholars work there. UGC NET JRF gives INR 4.44 LPA if you win that fellowship.

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Fees

The full course costs INR 60,900 without the RPE course and INR 64,900 with it. The tuition fee is INR 27,000. You pay tuition once every year for three years. SPPU fixes the fee heads. The RPE course adds INR 4,000. The library deposit is paid once and comes back when you leave.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 27,000INR 9,000 a year, 3 years
University shareINR 19,500INR 6,500 a year, 3 years
Registration feeINR 1,300One time
Course work feeINR 7,000One time
Student servicesINR 6,100Added across three years
RPE courseINR 4,000One time, if added
Total, no RPEINR 60,900Full course
Total with RPEINR 64,900Full course

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Admission Dates

The application window closed on 25 Sep 2026. The hall ticket comes on 10 Nov 2026. The PET exam is expected in Nov 2026, and course work starts in Mar 2027. Keep your research topic note ready before the interview call.

EventDateStatus
Ph.D. entrance notice25 Jul 2026Over
Application form, last date to apply26 Jul 2026 to 25 Sep 2026Over
Hall ticket and exam instructions10 Nov 2026Confirmed
PET entrance examNov 2026Tentative
PET resultNov 2026Tentative
Interview shortlistDec 2026Tentative
Research presentation and interviewDec 2026Tentative
Guide allotmentJan 2027Tentative
Registration fee, last dateJan 2027Tentative
Document checkFeb 2027Tentative
Classes startMar 2027Tentative

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Eligibility

You need a master's degree with 55% marks, or 50% for reserved categories. You also need PET, unless you have NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR or JRF. If your marks are short, the portal will not move you to the interview step.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster's degree in Microbiology or a close subject
Marks55% for General, 50% for reserved categories
Entrance routeSPPU PET, or NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR or JRF
Research fitTopic must match the guide and lab area

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Admission Process

SPPU checks your form, then the PET paper or exemption route decides who reaches the interview. You present your research interest before the committee. The department then allots the guide by seats, topic fit and guide area. If you miss the fee step, you lose that admission chance.

StepWhat you do
Fill formSubmit the Ph.D. entrance form and papers
Write PETTake Paper I and Paper II if you are not exempt
Check resultSee the PET result in the login and email
Attend interviewPresent your topic and research plan
Pay feePay registration and course fees after guide allotment

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Cutoff

The PET qualifying score is 50% for General students and 45% for reserved categories. NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR and JRF students go straight to interview. The final seat still depends on the interview, guide seats and topic fit.

Category or routeScore or ruleRound and year
General, PET50%SPPU PET 2027 intake
Reserved categories, PET45%SPPU PET 2027 intake
NET or JRF routeInterview routeSPPU Ph.D. rules
Final selectionGuide seats and topic fitDepartment interview

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Placements

UGC NET JRF pays INR 4.44 LPA in the first two years, if you win it. SPPU does not publish average placement pay for Ph.D. Microbiology. Most students use the degree for research labs, teaching, industry research or postdoctoral work.

MetricValue
Published average payNot published
NET JRF stipendINR 4.44 LPA
Current Ph.D. scholars22
Ph.D. alumni trainedMore than 50
Main outcomesResearch labs, teaching and industry research

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Scholarships

The biggest award on this page is INR 50,000 from the single girl child fellowship. NET JRF support is separate and can pay INR 4.44 LPA. State and central schemes need income papers, category papers or a fellowship result.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
Single Girl Child FellowshipSingle girl child in a Ph.D. programmeINR 50,000
Central Sector SchemeMerit and family income up to INR 8 LakhsINR 10,000
Post-matric scholarshipSC or ST with low family incomeINR 40,000
OBC post-matric supportOBC-NCL with low family incomeINR 15,000

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Ranking

SPPU has a NAAC A+ grade and its Microbiology department is a university department in Pune. Collegedunia does not publish a course rank for this Ph.D. page. Use the grade, guide seats and research area before you decide.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAACLatest cycleA+
Collegedunia course rank2026Not published
SPPU department guide list20267 SPPU department seats

Should you pick Ph.D. Microbiology at SPPU?

This course suits students who want lab research and already have a clear Microbiology topic.

Pick it if:
You want a university research lab: the department page says 22 Ph.D. scholars work there, so you join an active group.
You have matched a guide area: three SPPU Microbiology guides list 7 seats, so topic fit matters early.
You already hold NET or GATE: SPPU sends exempt students straight to interview, so you skip the PET paper.
You need a low course fee: the full fee is INR 60,900, so a JRF stipend can pay it back within one year.
Skip it if:
You need campus placement: SPPU does not publish average pay for this Ph.D., so plan for fellowships or research jobs.
You want a seat without guide fit: a PET pass is not enough because the department checks topic fit.
You cannot wait after the form: the 2027 cycle keeps the exam, result and interview steps after September.
You want a taught job course: this is a 3-year research degree, so most work is thesis and lab reading.
Counsellor's advice
Take this course if your topic matches an SPPU Microbiology guide. If you only want a job course, do not pay yet.
Ph.D. Microbiology Eligibility▾
Master's marks: 55% in Microbiology or a close subject. Reserved categories need 50%.
PET score: General students need 50% in PET. Reserved categories need 45%.
Exempt route: NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR and JRF students go straight to interview.
Research topic: Your topic must match the guide area and lab facilities.
Ph.D. Microbiology Admission Process▾
Fill form: Submit the Ph.D. entrance form and upload the needed papers.
Write PET: PET has Research Methodology and Microbiology papers of 50 marks each.
Check result: SPPU shows the PET result in your login and email.
Give interview: Present your topic and show why the department can support it.
Pay and register: Pay the registration fee after guide allotment or you lose the chance.

Ph.D. Microbiology Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 intake 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.
Over
25 Jul 2026
Ph.D. entrance notice
The notice opened the international Ph.D. entrance cycle.
Over
26 Jul 2026 to 25 Sep 2026
Application form, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 25 Sep 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Confirmed
10 Nov 2026
Hall ticket and exam instructions
Approved applicants get exam instructions by email.
Tentative
Nov 2026
PET entrance exam
Write Paper I and Paper II unless you are exempt.
Tentative
Nov 2026
PET result
The result is shown in your login and email.
Tentative
Dec 2026
Interview shortlist
Shortlisted students prepare the topic note.
Tentative
Dec 2026
Research presentation and interview
The committee checks topic fit and guide area.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Guide allotment
SPPU allots guides by seats and research area.
Tentative
Jan 2027
Registration fee, last date
You lose the chance if the fee is not paid by the last date.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Document check
Bring originals for the department check.
Tentative
Mar 2027
Classes start
Course work starts after registration and guide allotment.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Ph.D. entrance notice
Watch the SPPU portal for the next notice.
Tentative
Jul 2027 to Sep 2027
Application form, last date to apply
Submit the form before the last date.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Hall ticket and exam instructions
Approved applicants get exam instructions by email.
Tentative
Nov 2027
PET entrance exam
Write PET unless you are exempt.
Tentative
Nov 2027
PET result
Check the login after the exam.
Tentative
Dec 2027
Interview shortlist
Prepare your topic note for the interview.
Tentative
Dec 2027
Research presentation and interview
The committee checks guide fit.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Guide allotment
Guide allotment happens after interviews.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Registration fee, last date
Pay by the last date to keep the seat.
Tentative
Feb 2028
Document check
Bring originals for the department check.
Tentative
Mar 2028
Classes start
Course work starts after registration.

Source: SPPU Ph.D. portal and guide list. Confirm on the official site before you act.

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add the RPE course fee.

Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 9,000 a year
INR 27,000
University share
Per year × 3, INR 6,500 a year
INR 19,500
Registration fee
One time, in year 1
INR 1,300
Course work fee
One time, in year 1
INR 7,000
Student services
Full course, as published
INR 6,100
Library deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 1,000
Add RPE course fee
RPE course fee
One time, after registration
INR 4,000
Total course fee
INR 60,900
3 years · tuition + university share + course work, RPE not added
Total course fee
INR 64,900
3 years · tuition + university share + course work + RPE
Education loan EMI
INR 1,027
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
729%
JRF stipend INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 1,094
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
684%
JRF stipend INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU Ph.D. fee PDF and RPE course page. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your score get you Ph.D. Microbiology at SPPU?

Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use SPPU PET score rules and the interview route.

Category
Route
General · PET route
50% or above: yes, you clear the PET score rule. Interview still decides guide fit.
45% to 49%: almost there. Reserved score rules may help only if your certificate fits.
Below 45%: not this year. Use the next PET window or an exempt route.
General · NET/JRF route
70 marks or above: yes, you reach the interview route as an exempt student.
50 to 69 marks: almost there. Your research presentation must be very clear.
Below 50 marks: not safe. Ask the department how interview weight is used.
OBC-NCL · PET route
45% or above: yes, you clear the PET score rule. Interview still decides guide fit.
40% to 44%: almost there. Reserved score rules may help only if your certificate fits.
Below 40%: not this year. Use the next PET window or an exempt route.
OBC-NCL · NET/JRF route
70 marks or above: yes, you reach the interview route as an exempt student.
50 to 69 marks: almost there. Your research presentation must be very clear.
Below 50 marks: not safe. Ask the department how interview weight is used.
SC · PET route
45% or above: yes, you clear the PET score rule. Interview still decides guide fit.
40% to 44%: almost there. Reserved score rules may help only if your certificate fits.
Below 40%: not this year. Use the next PET window or an exempt route.
SC · NET/JRF route
70 marks or above: yes, you reach the interview route as an exempt student.
50 to 69 marks: almost there. Your research presentation must be very clear.
Below 50 marks: not safe. Ask the department how interview weight is used.
ST · PET route
45% or above: yes, you clear the PET score rule. Interview still decides guide fit.
40% to 44%: almost there. Reserved score rules may help only if your certificate fits.
Below 40%: not this year. Use the next PET window or an exempt route.
ST · NET/JRF route
70 marks or above: yes, you reach the interview route as an exempt student.
50 to 69 marks: almost there. Your research presentation must be very clear.
Below 50 marks: not safe. Ask the department how interview weight is used.
EWS · PET route
45% or above: yes, you clear the PET score rule. Interview still decides guide fit.
40% to 44%: almost there. Reserved score rules may help only if your certificate fits.
Below 40%: not this year. Use the next PET window or an exempt route.
EWS · NET/JRF route
70 marks or above: yes, you reach the interview route as an exempt student.
50 to 69 marks: almost there. Your research presentation must be very clear.
Below 50 marks: not safe. Ask the department how interview weight is used.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Do not read 50% as a seat promise. SPPU says a PET pass is only one step, and final admission depends on seats, guide area and interview performance.

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology Scholarship Calculator

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

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.

Post-matric scholarship
INR 40,000
Maharashtra social justice department
Paid against course fees when the category and income papers fit.
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 10,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid for students who meet the merit and income rule.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answers
Single Girl Child Fellowship
INR 20,000
UGC fellowship route
Use this only if the fellowship approval applies to your Ph.D. registration.
Who qualifies: EWS or General chip with income up to INR 8 LakhsApply by Dec 2026
Not eligible on your answers
OBC post-matric support
INR 15,000
Maharashtra backward classes welfare department
Paid when the OBC-NCL and income papers are accepted.
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 college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 50,900
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 60,900
Estimated total waiver
INR 25,000
Your net course fee: INR 35,900
Estimated total waiver
INR 50,000
Your net course fee: INR 10,900
Estimated total waiver
INR 30,000
Your net course fee: INR 30,900

SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to SPPU. 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 RPE
INR 60,900
tuition + course work
INR 72,000
INR 11,100 more
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INR 65,000
INR 4,100 more
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INR 59,100 more
JRF stipendif awarded
INR 4.44 LPA
UGC NET JRF
INR 4.44 LPA
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INR 4.44 LPA
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INR 4.44 LPA
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INR 4.44 LPA
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INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
PET score neededGeneral category
50%
SPPU PET rule
50%
Same cutoff
50%
Same cutoff
50%
Same cutoff
55%
5 points higher
50%
Same cutoff
Research seatsMicrobiology department
7
SPPU department guides
5
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3
4 fewer
4
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6
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8
1 more
Course work feeone time
INR 7,000
SPPU Ph.D. fee PDF
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INR 8,000
INR 1,000 more
INR 10,000
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Same fee
In short
If you want the bigger Pune campus and 7 department seats, keep SPPU higher. If the Mumbai lab topic fits better, compare the guide first.
In short
If fee is the only issue, Shivaji University costs less. If your topic needs SPPU's Pune microbiology labs, pay the higher fee.
In short
If both guide areas fit, SPPU gives more seats and a lower course work fee. Keep RTM Nagpur only for a closer guide match.
In short
If you need a private university setup, check Bharati Vidyapeeth. If cost and public university guide seats matter, SPPU is the safer pick.
In short
If IISER Pune has the exact lab you want, compare the guide fit. If you need lower fees, SPPU stays easier to fund.

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

FAQs on SPPU Ph.D. Microbiology

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is Ph.D. Microbiology at SPPU worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your research topic matches a guide. The full fee without RPE is INR 60,900, which is low for a 3-year research degree. If you also win NET JRF, the INR 4.44 LPA stipend can cover that cost quickly. Check the guide area before you pay.
Should I take this course if I only cleared PET?▾
It depends on your interview and guide fit. PET needs 50% for General students and 45% for reserved categories, but that score only gets you to the next step. Use the score checker above, then prepare a clear topic note for the department interview.
Is SPPU better for research jobs or teaching jobs?▾
It is better for students who want research labs, teaching or a later postdoctoral path. SPPU does not publish average placement pay for Ph.D. Microbiology, so do not treat it like a placement course. Check the department lab area and your fellowship plan first.
Who should skip this Ph.D. Microbiology seat?▾
Skip it if you want a quick job course or a fixed campus placement path. This is a 3-year research degree with thesis work, lab reading and guide meetings. If you need a salary outcome first, compare the fee block with your fellowship or job plan before joining.
Is the fee worth it against the JRF stipend?▾
Yes, if you have JRF or expect to win it. The course fee without RPE is INR 60,900, while NET JRF pays INR 4.44 LPA in the first stage. If you do not have a fellowship, keep money for living cost and lab travel.
Should I wait for a better guide match?▾
Yes, if your topic does not match the listed guide areas. The department guide list shows 7 SPPU department seats, and the interview checks topic fit. A weak match can hurt you even with a PET score above 50%. Ask the department before paying.
Is this course good for higher studies abroad?▾
Yes, if you use the Ph.D. to build strong papers and lab skills. The department page says more than 50 Ph.D. students have been trained. That helps, but your thesis topic and publications matter more than the university name alone. Pick a guide whose work you can publish from.
Can I join through NET or GATE without PET?▾
Yes. SPPU says NET, SET, GATE, ICMR, ICAR and JRF students are exempt from PET and go to the interview route. The seat is still not automatic. You must present your research interest and match a guide seat in Microbiology.
What score do I need in PET for Microbiology?▾
General students need 50% in the entrance test, and reserved categories need 45%. Paper I is Research Methodology and Paper II is Microbiology. A score above the rule helps you reach the interview, but the final seat depends on the guide and topic.
Can I pay the Ph.D. fee in parts?▾
Most large heads are yearly or one-time. Tuition is INR 9,000 a year for 3 years, and the university share is INR 6,500 a year. The registration and course work fees are paid once. Keep money ready for the first payment after guide allotment.
Will I get a hostel seat at SPPU?▾
Do not count on hostel while deciding. The Ph.D. fee block does not add hostel because a clean course-wise hostel fee was not published for this page. Ask the hostel office after admission, and keep a Pune living-cost backup ready.
Which scholarship should I check first?▾
Check the scholarship calculator above by category and income. The biggest listed aid is INR 50,000 when the SC or ST post-matric scheme and the Central Sector Scheme fit together. If you have NET JRF, that fellowship matters more than a small fee waiver.

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