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The Ph.D. (History) Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur is a doctoral research program offered by the Amity School of Liberal Arts, Jaipur campus, designed for working professionals who wish to pursue advanced research in historical studies alongside their careers. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years, the program covers historiography, historical methods, and specialized areas of historical research. The total fee for the minimum 3.5-year duration is approximately Rs. 3,07,000 (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 teachers, government officials, archivists, and heritage professionals seeking doctoral qualifications.

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.

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The Part Time mode is designed for working professionals, allowing them to pursue doctoral research while continuing their employment.
Part-time scholars must submit an Employment Verification Certificate and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of joining.
The first semester curriculum includes Research Methodology, Review of Published Research Work, Research and Publication Ethics, Concepts and Methods of Historiography, and Historical Methods and the Practice of History.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET (JRF/LS) in History are exempted from the APET written test.
The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

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Amity Jaipur PhD (History) PT Fees

The Ph.D. (History) 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.

Fee Breakdown

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.
Hostel fees are not included and are charged separately.

Amity Jaipur PhD (History) PT Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (History) Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur are conducted twice a year for January and July sessions. The selection process involves the APET followed by a Faculty Research Committee (FRC) interview. Candidates with valid UGC-NET/JRF in History are exempted from the written test. The July 2026 session admissions are currently open.

Admission Dates - Amity University Jaipur PhD Part Time (July 2026 Session)

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 (for APET Exemption)

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 in History or related discipline) from a recognized Indian or foreign university with a minimum of 55% 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).
Appear for APET (or be exempted with valid NET/JRF) and then FRC Interview.
Submit NOC from employer at the time of registration/orientation.
Selected candidates receive an admission letter on the Amity admission microsite.

Amity Jaipur PhD (History) PT Scholarships 2026

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

Available Scholarships

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility
UGC NET-JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (as per UGC norms)	Candidates who have cleared UGC NET with JRF
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 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.

Amity Jaipur PhD (History) PT FAQs

Ques. Who is the Part Time Ph.D. (History) program at Amity Jaipur suitable for?

Ans. The program is ideal for working professionals such as college/school teachers, government officials, archivists, museum curators, heritage professionals, and journalists who wish to pursue doctoral research in History while continuing their careers.

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

Ans. The minimum duration is 3.5 years (7 semesters). Scholars who need more time can continue beyond the minimum period by paying the semester fee until they complete their PhD.

Ques. Is attendance on campus required for Part Time PhD scholars?

Ans. Part Time scholars are expected to attend orientation, coursework sessions, and periodic meetings with their research guide. The exact attendance requirements are communicated at the time of admission. The program is structured to accommodate working professionals.

Ques. Can UGC-NET qualified candidates get exemption from APET for Part Time PhD?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with valid UGC-NET (JRF or LS category) in History are exempted from the APET regardless of whether they apply for Full Time or Part Time mode. They need to appear only for the FRC Interview.

Ques. What career benefits does a Part Time Ph.D. (History) offer?

Ans. A Ph.D. in History enhances career prospects in academia (eligibility for Assistant Professor positions), civil services, archival and museum services, heritage conservation, and research institutions. For working teachers, it fulfills the UGC requirement for career advancement under the Academic Performance Indicator (API) system.

Ques. How is the research guide assigned for Part Time PhD scholars at Amity?

Ans. The research guide is assigned based on the candidate's research area of interest and faculty availability. Candidates submit a preliminary research idea (up to 1,000 words) at the time of application, which helps in matching them with an appropriate guide. The final assignment is done after the selection process.

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