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Amity University Jaipur offers the Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) in Part Time mode under the Amity Institute of Clinical Psychology, designed for working mental health professionals, clinical psychologists, and counsellors who wish to pursue doctoral research alongside their professional practice. The programme has a minimum duration of 3.5 years and covers advanced research in areas such as psychopathology, cognitive-behavioural therapy, neuropsychology, positive psychology, and community mental health. The academic fee for the Jaipur campus is Rs. 41,000 per semester for part-time scholars, with a total academic fee of Rs. 2,87,000 over the minimum 7 semesters, plus a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000. Admission is conducted twice a year (January and July sessions) through the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) followed by an interview, with UGC-NET-qualified candidates exempted from the written test.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are currently open at Amity University Jaipur. Applications are accepted online only via the Amity Ph.D. portal (www.amity.edu/phd). Part-time candidates must submit an NOC from their employer at the time of joining.

Key Points

Designed for working clinical psychologists, counsellors, and mental health professionals who cannot pursue full-time on-campus research.
Part-time scholars must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of registration/orientation.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, ICMR-JRF, or similar national-level qualifications are exempted from the APET written test.
The minimum duration is 3.5 years (7 semesters); scholars pay fees for the minimum period and beyond until Ph.D. completion.
The security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

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07 May, 2026 Amity University Jaipur Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Admission 2026 is open. The last date to apply is May 31, 2026 (Extended). Register Now!

Amity Jaipur PhD Clinical Psychology Fees

The Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) Part Time programme at Amity University Jaipur involves a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000. The academic fee is Rs. 41,000 per semester for part-time scholars at the Jaipur campus, payable for a minimum of 7 semesters (3.5 years). The total programme cost for the minimum duration is Rs. 3,07,000, of which Rs. 10,000 is refundable.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Registration Fee (one-time)	10,000
Security Deposit (one-time, refundable)	10,000
Academic Fee (per semester)	41,000
Academic Fee (7 semesters x Rs. 41,000)	2,87,000
Total Fees (for minimum 3.5-year duration)	3,07,000

The security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.
Scholars enrolled beyond the minimum period continue to pay the semester fee until completion.
Fee is subject to revision from time to time as decided by the university.
Application form fee is Rs. 1,500, payable online at the time of submission.
Hostel facility is available on campus; hostel fees are charged separately and are optional.

Amity Jaipur PhD Clinical Psychology Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) Part Time programme at Amity University Jaipur are conducted twice a year, for January and July sessions. The selection process involves the APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test) followed by a Faculty Research Committee (FRC) interview. Candidates with valid UGC-NET or similar national-level qualifications are exempted from the written test. For the July 2026 session, applications are currently open.

Amity University Jaipur Ph.D. Admission Dates

Event	Dates
Application Open (July 2026 Session)	Ongoing (2026)
Last Date to Apply (Jaipur Campus)	To be announced on admission microsite
APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test)	As per admission microsite schedule
FRC Interview	After APET qualification
Batch Commencement (July Session)	July 2026 (tentative)
Application Open (January 2027 Session)	October-November 2026 (tentative)

UGC-NET Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Dates
UGC-NET	Phase 1 Exam	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC-NET	Phase 1 Result	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET	Phase 2 Registration	April 1 - May 1, 2026 (tentative)
UGC-NET	Phase 2 Exam	June 2026 (tentative)

Note: UGC-NET qualification (Category 1, 2, or 3) in Psychology or Clinical Psychology exempts candidates from the APET written test at Amity University.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree (MA/M.Sc./M.Phil.) in Clinical Psychology or a related field from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Candidates from SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS categories are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement.
Part-time candidates must be employed and must submit an NOC from their employer at the time of joining.

Admission Process

Register and fill the online application form at www.amity.edu/phd and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Upload all required documents including academic certificates, employment proof, a Preliminary Research Idea, and (if applicable) NET certificate for APET exemption.
Appear in the APET (90-minute, 100 MCQ test) unless exempted by a valid national-level qualification.
Qualified/exempted candidates appear before the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) for an interview.
Selected candidates receive an admission letter on the admission microsite and must complete fee payment and registration within the stipulated time.
Submit NOC from employer at the time of registration/orientation (mandatory for part-time candidates).

Amity Jaipur PhD Clinical Psychology Scholarships 2026

Standard Amity merit scholarships are not applicable for Ph.D. programmes. The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is available only for full-time Ph.D. scholars and is not applicable for part-time scholars. Government fellowships such as UGC-JRF may be applicable if the candidate holds a valid fellowship.

Scholarships and Fellowships

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC-JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (as per UGC norms)	Candidates who qualify UGC-NET with JRF (subject to funding agency norms for part-time scholars)
ICMR-JRF	As per ICMR norms	Candidates qualifying ICMR entrance for health science research

The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is NOT available for part-time Ph.D. scholars.
Standard Amity merit scholarships (based on Class XII/graduation marks) are NOT applicable for Ph.D. programmes.
Government fellowship holders should verify with the respective funding agency whether the fellowship is applicable for part-time Ph.D. enrolment.

Amity Jaipur PhD Clinical Psychology FAQs

Ques. Can I pursue the Part-Time Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) at Amity Jaipur while working as a counsellor or therapist?

Ans. Yes, the part-time Ph.D. is specifically designed for working professionals in mental health. You must submit an NOC from your employer at the time of joining. The programme allows you to continue your clinical practice while pursuing doctoral research.

Ques. What is the minimum duration for the Part-Time Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. The minimum duration is 3.5 years (7 semesters). Scholars must pay the semester fee for the minimum period and continue paying until the Ph.D. is completed if it extends beyond the minimum duration.

Ques. Is M.Phil. in Clinical Psychology required for the Part-Time Ph.D. at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. No, M.Phil. is not mandatory. An MA or M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology (or a related field) with a minimum of 55% marks is sufficient. However, M.Phil. holders may have an advantage during the interview due to their prior research experience.

Ques. What is the fee for the Part-Time Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. The academic fee is Rs. 41,000 per semester. For the minimum duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters), the total academic fee is Rs. 2,87,000. Adding the one-time registration fee (Rs. 10,000) and refundable security deposit (Rs. 10,000), the total outgo is Rs. 3,07,000.

Ques. Is the Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) available for part-time Ph.D. scholars?

Ans. No, the ARF is exclusively for full-time Ph.D. scholars. Part-time scholars are not eligible for the ARF.

Ques. What research areas can I pursue under Part-Time Ph.D. (Clinical Psychology) at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. Research areas include psychopathology, cognitive-behavioural therapy, neuropsychology, positive psychology, child and adolescent psychology, trauma and stress disorders, community mental health, and counselling psychology. The specific research topic is finalised in consultation with the assigned supervisor after admission.

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