Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Ph.D. (Hospitality) - Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur is a research doctoral program offered under the Amity School of Hospitality, Jaipur. Designed for working professionals in the hospitality and tourism industry, the program has a minimum duration of 3.5 years and allows candidates to pursue advanced research while continuing their careers. The academic fee for the Jaipur campus is Rs. 41,000 per semester for part-time scholars, making the total academic fee Rs. 2,87,000 for the minimum 3.5-year (7 semesters) duration. With a one-time registration fee and refundable security deposit, the total minimum outlay is Rs. 3,07,000. Admissions are conducted twice a year for January and July sessions, and the program is popular among hotel managers, tourism professionals, and hospitality educators.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are expected to open around April-May 2026, based on the previous year's schedule. Candidates are advised to check the official Amity PhD portal (www.amity.edu/phd) for session-specific deadlines and PET dates for the Jaipur campus.

Key Points

Offered in Part Time mode under the Amity School of Hospitality, Jaipur - ideal for working professionals in hotels, tourism, and hospitality management.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, or equivalent national-level scores are exempted from the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET).
Research areas include sustainable tourism, hospitality management, hotel operations, food and beverage management, event management, and tourism policy.
Scholars must submit an NOC from their employer at the time of registration.
The program follows UGC PhD Regulations 2022 and is recognized by Amity University Rajasthan.

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Amity Jaipur Ph.D. (Hospitality) PT Fees

The Ph.D. (Hospitality) - Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur charges Rs. 41,000 per semester as academic fee for the Jaipur campus. For the minimum duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters), the total academic fee is Rs. 2,87,000. A one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000 are charged at the time of admission, bringing the total minimum outlay to Rs. 3,07,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Registration Fee (one-time)	Rs. 10,000
Security Deposit (one-time, refundable)	Rs. 10,000
Academic Fee (per semester - Jaipur Campus, Part Time)	Rs. 41,000
Academic Fee for 7 Semesters (3.5 years)	Rs. 2,87,000
Total Fees (minimum duration)	Rs. 3,07,000

Security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon 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 continue to pay semester fees until PhD completion.
Application form fee: Rs. 1,500 (paid online at the time of applying).
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is available only for Full Time scholars; Part Time scholars are not eligible for ARF stipend.

Amity Jaipur Ph.D. (Hospitality) PT Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Hospitality) - Part Time program at Amity University Jaipur are conducted twice a year for January and July sessions. Candidates apply online through the official Amity PhD portal. The selection process involves the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) followed by an interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC). Candidates with valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE scores in the relevant field are exempted from APET. The July 2026 session admissions are expected to open in April-May 2026.

Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date (July 2026 Session)
Application Form Available	April 2026
Last Date to Apply (Jaipur Campus)	May 2026 (to be announced on portal)
APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test)	May - June 2026
Interview Round	June 2026
Session Commencement	July 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Purpose	Exam Date	Score Validity
GATE 2026	Exemption from APET if valid score	Feb 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026	3 years from result
UGC-NET / CSIR-NET	Exemption from APET if valid score	As per NTA schedule	As per certificate

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master's degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Tourism, or a relevant field 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 (direct admission in Full Time mode only).
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 along with required documents and an application fee of Rs. 1,500.
Working candidates must submit employment verification details at the time of form filling and an NOC from their employer at the time of joining.
Shortlisted candidates appear for APET (100 MCQs, 90 minutes) - candidates with valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE scores are exempted.
APET-qualified and APET-exempted candidates appear for an interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC).
Selected candidates are intimated via the Admission Microsite and must complete fee payment and registration formalities within the stipulated time.

Amity Jaipur Ph.D. (Hospitality) PT Scholarships 2026

Amity University Jaipur offers limited financial support for Part Time PhD scholars. The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) is exclusively for Full Time PhD scholars and is not available for Part Time candidates. However, part-time scholars may benefit from fee concessions if they hold national-level fellowships or work in labs with Amity MoUs.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF)	Full Time PhD scholars only (not applicable for Part Time)	Rs. 37,000/month (Rs. 4.44 lakhs/year)
Fee Concession for JRF/SRF/RA Holders	Scholars holding JRF/SRF/RA in Amity MoU labs	As per university policy
National Fellowship Holders	DST-INSPIRE, ICMR-JRF, ICAR-JRF, DBT-JRF, etc.	Fee concession as per university norms

ARF is not applicable for Part Time PhD scholars.
Scholars with national-level fellowships may be eligible for fee concessions - contact the admissions office for details.
Government scholarships from the state government of Rajasthan (SC/ST/OBC) may also be applicable for eligible candidates.

Amity University Jaipur Ph.D. Hospitality Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#43 out of 129 in India 2025

#3rd in Rajasthan

Indiatoday Ranking

#32 out of 79 in India 2025

#1st in Rajasthan

The Week Ranking

#41 out of 49 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

#5th in Rajasthan

TOI Ranking

#19 out of 70 in India 2025

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Amity Jaipur Ph.D. (Hospitality) PT FAQs

Ques. Can I pursue the Part Time PhD in Hospitality at Amity Jaipur while working as a hotel manager or in the tourism industry?

Ans. Yes, the Part Time PhD is specifically designed for working professionals. You must submit an NOC from your employer at the time of joining and fulfill the minimum attendance and coursework requirements as per the university's PhD regulations.

Ques. What research areas are available under the Part Time PhD in Hospitality at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. Research areas include sustainable tourism, hospitality management, hotel operations, food and beverage management, event management, tourism policy and planning, ecotourism, and hospitality marketing.

Ques. Is UGC-NET required for admission to the Part Time PhD in Hospitality?

Ans. UGC-NET is not mandatory. However, a valid UGC-NET score in the relevant field exempts you from the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET), and you only need to appear for the interview round.

Ques. What is the minimum duration of the Part Time PhD in Hospitality, and can it be extended?

Ans. The minimum duration is 3.5 years. If you are unable to complete the PhD within this period, you can continue to stay enrolled and will be required to pay the semester fee until the PhD is completed.

Ques. Is the security deposit refundable?

Ans. Yes, the security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon successful completion of the Ph.D. program.

Ques. How does the selection process work for the Part Time PhD in Hospitality at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. The selection process consists of the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) - a 90-minute test with 100 MCQs - followed by an interview by the Faculty Research Committee. Candidates with valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE scores are exempted from APET and directly appear for the interview.