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The Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur is a doctoral research program offered by the Amity School of Liberal Arts, Jaipur campus, specifically designed for working professionals. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years, the program allows candidates to pursue advanced research in economic theory, econometrics, applied economics, and policy analysis while continuing their professional careers. The total fee for the minimum 3.5-year duration is approximately Rs. 2,97,000 (Rs. 41,000 per semester x 7 semesters + Rs. 10,000 registration + Rs. 10,000 security deposit). Admission is through the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) followed by a Faculty Research Committee interview. The program is popular among economists, government officials, bankers, and finance professionals seeking to enhance their academic credentials.

Admissions are accepted twice a year for January and July sessions. As of April 2026, the July 2026 session admissions are currently open. The last date to apply for the Jaipur campus is expected around April-May 2026, with APET tentatively scheduled in May-June 2026. Candidates should regularly check www.amity.edu/phd for the latest updates.

Key Points

The Part Time mode is specifically designed for working professionals who wish to pursue doctoral research alongside their careers.
Part-time scholars must submit an Employment Verification Certificate and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of joining.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET (JRF/LS) in Economics are exempted from the APET written test and need to appear only for the FRC Interview.
The per-semester fee for Part Time is Rs. 41,000, which is lower than the Full Time fee of Rs. 49,000 per semester.
The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

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Amity Jaipur Ph.D (Economics) Fees

The Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur carries a per-semester academic fee of Rs. 41,000. Over the minimum 3.5-year duration (7 semesters), the total academic fee is Rs. 2,87,000. Including the one-time registration fee and refundable security deposit, the total cost for the minimum duration is Rs. 3,07,000. Hostel charges are separate and optional.

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 - minimum 3.5 years)	2,87,000
Total Fees (minimum 3.5-year duration)	3,07,000

The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable after completion of the Ph.D.
Fee is subject to revision from time to time as decided by the University.
Scholars enrolled beyond the minimum period will continue to pay the semester fee until Ph.D. completion.
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is NOT available for Part Time PhD scholars; it is exclusively for Full Time scholars.
Hostel fees are not included and are charged separately.

Amity Jaipur Ph.D (Economics) Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time program 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/JRF or equivalent national-level qualifications in Economics are exempted from the written test. The July 2026 session admissions are currently open.

Important Dates

Amity University Jaipur PhD Part Time Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Form Available	November 2025 onwards
Last Date to Apply (Jaipur Campus - July Session)	April-May 2026 (Tentative)
APET (PhD Entrance Test)	May-June 2026 (Tentative)
Interview (FRC)	After APET qualification
Batch Commencement (July Session)	July 2026

UGC NET Exam Dates

Event	Date
UGC NET Phase 1 Application Start	October 7, 2025
UGC NET Phase 1 Application End	November 7, 2025
UGC NET Phase 1 Admit Card	December 28, 2025
UGC NET Phase 1 Exam	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC NET Phase 1 Result	February 4, 2026
UGC NET Phase 2 Application Start	April 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC NET Phase 2 Application End	May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC NET Phase 2 Exam	June 2026 (Tentative)
UGC NET Phase 2 Result	July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree (MA/M.Sc. in Economics or related discipline) from a recognized Indian or foreign university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Alternatively, a four-year Bachelor's degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 75% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Must be employed; Employment Verification Certificate and NOC from employer are mandatory.
SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in minimum marks as per UGC regulations 2022.

Admission Process

Fill and submit the online application form at www.amity.edu/phd with required documents and an application fee of Rs. 1,500.
Upload Employment Verification Certificate along with the application.
Upload a preliminary research idea (not exceeding 1,000 words) along with the application.
Shortlisted candidates appear for the APET - 90 minutes, 100 MCQs (50 general + 50 subject-specific), no negative marking.
Candidates who qualify APET (or are exempted due to valid national-level exam scores) appear for the FRC Interview (30 marks).
Submit NOC from employer at the time of registration/orientation (within one month of selection).
Selected candidates receive an admission letter on the Amity admission microsite.

Amity Jaipur Ph.D (Economics) Scholarships 2026

Scholarship options for Part Time PhD scholars at Amity University Jaipur are limited compared to Full Time scholars. The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is exclusively for Full Time scholars. However, scholars holding national-level fellowships or working in organizations with Amity MoU may be eligible for fee concessions.

Scholarship Options

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC NET-JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (as per UGC norms)	Candidates who have cleared UGC NET with JRF (note: JRF is typically for full-time research)
Amity Academic/Non-Academic Staff Concession	As per university policy	Amity University employees
Fee Concession for MoU Organizations	As per university policy	Scholars working in labs/organizations with Amity MoU

Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is NOT available for Part Time PhD scholars.
Scholarship/fellowship amounts are subject to revision as per the respective funding agencies.
Part Time scholars may explore external funding from their employer organizations for research support.

Amity Jaipur Ph.D (Economics) FAQs

Ques. Can I pursue Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time at Amity Jaipur while working full-time?

Ans. Yes, the Part Time PhD program is specifically designed for working professionals. You can continue your job while pursuing the PhD. However, you must submit an Employment Verification Certificate and NOC from your employer. The minimum duration is 3.5 years, giving you adequate time to balance work and research.

Ques. What documents are required for Part Time PhD admission at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. In addition to the standard documents (mark sheets, photograph, preliminary research idea), Part Time applicants must submit an Employment Verification Certificate at the time of form filling and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of joining (within one month of selection).

Ques. Is the APET the same for Part Time and Full Time PhD applicants?

Ans. Yes, the APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test) is the same for both Full Time and Part Time applicants. It is a 90-minute test with 100 MCQs (50 general + 50 subject-specific), carrying 100 marks with no negative marking. Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF scores are exempted from APET regardless of the mode.

Ques. What is the fee difference between Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. (Economics) at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. The Full Time PhD fee is Rs. 49,000 per semester, while the Part Time PhD fee is Rs. 41,000 per semester. The minimum duration for Full Time is 3 years (6 semesters, total Rs. 3,14,000) and for Part Time is 3.5 years (7 semesters, total Rs. 3,07,000).

Ques. Can I switch from Part Time to Full Time PhD at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. Transfers between modes are generally not permitted as per Amity's PhD policy. Candidates should carefully choose their mode at the time of application. If circumstances change, it is advisable to contact the Amity PhD admissions office directly for guidance.

Ques. What research areas are available for Part Time Ph.D. (Economics) at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. Research areas include macroeconomics, microeconomics, development economics, agricultural economics, environmental economics, international trade, public finance, monetary economics, labor economics, and econometrics. Working professionals often bring practical industry insights to their research, making their work particularly relevant to applied economics and policy research.

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