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The Ph.D. (Political Science) 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 political theory, governance, international relations, and public policy alongside their careers. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years, the program is structured to accommodate the schedules of employed candidates. 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 government officials, policy professionals, teachers, and civil servants 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.

Key Points

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 curriculum covers political theory, comparative politics, international relations, public administration, and governance studies.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET (JRF/LS) in Political Science 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 Political Science Fees

The Ph.D. (Political Science) 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 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.
Hostel fees are not included and are charged separately.

Amity Jaipur PhD Political Science Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Political Science) 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 Political Science 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 in Political Science 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 Political Science 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.

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
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 Political Science FAQs

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

Ans. The program is ideal for working professionals such as government officials, IAS/IPS officers, policy analysts, college teachers, journalists, NGO professionals, and civil servants who wish to pursue doctoral research in Political Science while continuing their careers.

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

Ans. Research areas include political theory, Indian politics, comparative politics, international relations, public policy and administration, governance, federalism, electoral studies, foreign policy, and security studies. Working professionals often bring valuable practical insights to their research.

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 program is structured to accommodate working professionals, with sessions typically scheduled on weekends or in flexible formats.

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 Political Science 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. (Political Science) offer?

Ans. A Ph.D. in Political Science enhances career prospects in academia (eligibility for Assistant Professor positions), civil services, policy research institutions, think tanks, and international organizations. For working teachers, it fulfills the UGC requirement for career advancement.

Ques. What is the NOC requirement for Part Time PhD at Amity Jaipur?

Ans. A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer is mandatory for Part Time PhD scholars. The NOC must be submitted at the time of registration/orientation, i.e., within one month of selection. The format for the NOC is available on the Amity PhD portal at www.amity.edu/phd.

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