Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The Ph.D. (Physical Education) Full Time program at Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) is a research-intensive doctoral program offered under the Department of Physical Education, Sports and Yoga, which is part of the Department of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Management, Commerce and Arts (FoMCA). The program has a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years, with scholars required to be present on campus full-time. The annual fee is Rs. 30,000 (payable till final thesis submission), with a one-time registration fee of Rs. 10,000, making the total cost approximately Rs. 1,00,000 over the minimum duration. Admissions are conducted twice a year (July and January batches) through a university-level entrance test and interview. The program is popular among sports coaches, physical education teachers, sports scientists, and fitness professionals seeking to contribute original research in areas such as exercise physiology, sports psychology, sports biomechanics, health education, and sports management.

Admission for the January 2026 batch is now closed (results were declared in January 2026). The next admission cycle is expected to be the July 2026 batch, with applications likely to open around June 2026, based on the previous year's schedule. Candidates are advised to monitor the official MUJ PhD page at jaipur.manipal.edu/research-phd.php for the July 2026 notification.

Key Points

MUJ has one of the most comprehensive sports infrastructure setups among private universities in Rajasthan, including a 400m 6-lane running track, cricket ground with turf wicket, 4 basketball courts (2 tile + 2 synthetic), international standard tennis courts, squash courts with wooden flooring, football field, volleyball courts, gymnasium, and facilities for kabaddi, kho-kho, and combat sports.
The department's faculty includes nationally recognized sports academics - Dr. Rina Poonia (Associate Professor) is a recipient of the Dr. B R Ambedkar National Award 2016 and Sports India Award 2017, a member of the AIU Sports Board, and a selection committee member for the Indian contingent in the World University Games.
Full-time scholars are eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship (monthly stipend up to Rs. 45,000/month) and conference presentation support of up to Rs. 30,000.
Scholars with UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. qualifications are exempted from the university entrance examination.
MUJ students have achieved notable sports accomplishments including a Bronze Medal at FISU World University Championship (Shooting, 2024), gold medals at Khel Mahakumbh, and All India Inter-University Basketball championship wins.
The university conducts admissions twice a year, giving candidates two opportunities annually to apply.

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MUJ Ph.D. (Physical Education) Fees

The Ph.D. (Physical Education) Full Time program at MUJ has a simple and transparent fee structure. The key recurring charge is the Annual Fee of Rs. 30,000, payable each year until the final thesis is submitted. A one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 is charged at the time of admission. Over the minimum duration of 3 years, the total program cost works out to Rs. 1,00,000.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable)	10,000
Annual Fee (per year, till thesis submission)	30,000
Annual Fee for Minimum Duration (3 years x Rs. 30,000)	90,000
Total Fees (Registration + Annual for minimum duration)	1,00,000
Hostel Fees - Double Occupancy (per year, optional)	1,74,050
Hostel Fees - Triple+Double Occupancy (per year, optional)	1,57,220

The Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 is non-refundable.
Annual fees are payable each year until the final thesis is submitted.
If the scholar takes longer than the minimum duration, additional annual fees will apply.
For Foreign/NRI scholars: Registration Fee is USD 300 and Annual Fee is USD 1,100.
Hostel accommodation is optional.
Hostel fees shown are for the academic year 2026-27 and are subject to change.
A refundable security deposit of Rs. 24,250 is applicable if hostel accommodation is availed.
Fees can be paid via Demand Draft drawn in favour of 'Manipal University Jaipur' payable at Jaipur.

MUJ Ph.D. (Physical Education) Admission 2026

MUJ conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year - in July and January. The selection process involves a written entrance test (conducted online) followed by an interview of shortlisted candidates. The January 2026 batch admission cycle has been completed. The July 2026 cycle is expected to follow a similar timeline as the July 2025 cycle.

MUJ Ph.D. Admission Schedule

Event	January 2026 Batch (Completed)	July 2026 Batch (Tentative)
Call for PhD Applications	December 8, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	December 27, 2025	June 2026 (Tentative)
PhD Entrance Test (Online)	January 5, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Interview of Shortlisted Candidates	January 6-8, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Declaration of Results	January 9, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Fee Submission and Document Verification	January 16, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date of PhD Registration	January 20, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)
PhD Course Work Starts	January 21, 2026	July 2026 (Tentative)

Relevant Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Registration Period	Exam Date	Result Date
UGC-NET Phase 1 (Dec 2025)	Oct 7 - Nov 7, 2025	Dec 31, 2025 - Jan 7, 2026	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 (Jun 2026)	Apr 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)	June 2026 (Tentative)	July 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET (Jul 2026)	May 1 - May 21, 2026 (Tentative)	July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)	September 2026 (Tentative)

Note: Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. are exempted from the MUJ PhD Entrance Examination. UGC-NET Physical Education (Subject Code 98) is directly applicable for Physical Education research scholars.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's degree (M.P.Ed. or M.Sc. in Sports Science or equivalent) from a UGC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale.
A candidate may register for Ph.D. in a department relevant to their field of study (Physical Education, Sports Science, or related disciplines).
Candidates holding a qualifying degree from foreign universities must have their equivalence determined by the Directorate of Research (DoR) at MUJ.

Admission Process

Apply online at admissions.jaipur.manipal.edu during the application window.
Appear for the MUJ Ph.D. Entrance Test (online mode) - exempted if UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. qualified.
Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview conducted by the department.
Results are declared, followed by fee submission, NOC submission, and document verification.
Final registration and commencement of coursework.

MUJ Ph.D. (Physical Education) Scholarships 2026

MUJ offers the prestigious Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship exclusively for full-time Ph.D. scholars, making the Full Time Ph.D. in Physical Education financially attractive for deserving candidates. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend that increases each year, supporting scholars throughout their research journey. Additionally, full-time scholars can claim up to Rs. 30,000 for presenting their research at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Duration
Dr. Ramdas Pai PhD Scholarship	Full-time Ph.D. scholars (eligible for this program)	Rs. 35,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 40,000/month (Year 2), Rs. 45,000/month (Year 3)	Maximum 3 years
Conference Presentation Support	Full-time scholars presenting at Scopus/WoS-indexed conferences	Up to Rs. 30,000 (one-time)	Once during program duration
Scholarship for Differently-Abled Students	All programs, 40-75% disability	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Differently-Abled Students	All programs, >75% disability	50% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Wards of Martyrs of Defence Personnel	All programs	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Scholarship for Wards of Single Mother	All programs	20% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (with CGPA >= 7.5)
Sports Scholarship (Category A)	State Champion or participant at National/AIU level	30% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (no backlog)
Sports Scholarship (Category B)	Silver/Bronze at National/AIU level	60% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (no backlog)
Sports Scholarship (Category C)	Gold Medal at National/AIU level	80% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (no backlog)
Sports Scholarship (Category D)	International level representation	100% fee waiver on annual tuition fee	Per year (no backlog)

A total of 20 Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarships are awarded per academic year (10 per semester) across all full-time PhD scholars of MUJ.
Scholars with CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT/ICMR JRF, or those engaged in EMR projects as JRF/SRF/RA/Project Fellow are not eligible for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship.
Sports scholarships require more than 45% aggregate marks in 12th standard and are verified by the Directorate of Sports.
All scholarship applications must be submitted through the proper channel.
A student may apply for only one scholarship per academic session.

MUJ Ph.D. (Physical Education) FAQs

Ques. What research areas can one pursue in Ph.D. (Physical Education) at MUJ?

Ans. Scholars can pursue research in areas including Exercise Physiology, Sports Psychology, Sports Biomechanics, Health Education, Sports Management, Sports Coaching, Yoga and Wellness, Physical Fitness Assessment, Sports Nutrition, and Adapted Physical Education. The research topic is finalized in consultation with the assigned supervisor from the Department of Physical Education, Sports and Yoga.

Ques. What sports facilities are available at MUJ for Ph.D. (Physical Education) scholars?

Ans. MUJ has exceptional sports infrastructure including a 400m 6-lane running track with shot put, javelin, and hammer throw fields; cricket ground with turf wicket and 2 practice pitches; 4 basketball courts (2 tile + 2 synthetic); international standard synthetic tennis courts; squash courts with wooden flooring; football field; volleyball courts (2 astroturf + 2 synthetic); gymnasium with yoga hall; table tennis; kabaddi and kho-kho fields; and combat sports facilities.

Ques. Is the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship available for Ph.D. (Physical Education) Full Time scholars?

Ans. Yes, full-time Ph.D. scholars in Physical Education are eligible to apply for the Dr. Ramdas Pai Scholarship. The scholarship provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 35,000 in Year 1, Rs. 40,000 in Year 2, and Rs. 45,000 in Year 3. However, only 20 scholarships are awarded per academic year across all full-time PhD scholars of MUJ, so selection is competitive.

Ques. What is the eligibility for Ph.D. (Physical Education) at MUJ?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master's degree (M.P.Ed., M.Sc. Sports Science, or equivalent) from a UGC-recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5. Candidates with UGC-NET (Physical Education, Subject Code 98), CSIR-NET, GATE, SLET, or M.Phil. qualifications are exempted from the MUJ entrance test.

Ques. How does the MUJ Ph.D. (Physical Education) admission process work for candidates who already hold a UGC-NET qualification?

Ans. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF in Physical Education (Subject Code 98) are exempted from the MUJ Ph.D. Entrance Test. They can directly appear for the interview round. After clearing the interview, the process involves fee submission, NOC submission (if employed), document verification, and final registration.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing Ph.D. (Physical Education) from MUJ?

Ans. A Ph.D. in Physical Education from MUJ opens doors to careers in academia (Assistant Professor/Professor in colleges and universities), sports science research, national sports academies, sports management organizations, fitness and wellness industry, government sports departments, and international sports bodies. The growing emphasis on sports in India under initiatives like Khelo India has significantly increased demand for qualified sports scientists and physical education researchers.