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The Ph.D. (English) program at ICFAI University, Tripura is a full-time or part-time doctoral program offered on campus at Agartala, designed in accordance with the latest UGC guidelines. The program spans a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years, with the primary objective of developing research scholars with advanced expertise in English language, literature, and related disciplines. The program fee is Rs. 45,000 per semester for domicile students (North-East states) and Rs. 50,000 per semester for non-domicile students, making it an accessible research option in the North-East region.

Admissions for the January 2026 batch have been completed. The next admission cycle is expected to open tentatively around November-December 2026, based on the previous year's schedule, with the Research Aptitude Test (RAPT) likely in January 2027.

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The program is available in both full-time and part-time modes, offering flexibility for working professionals.
Full-time Ph.D. students are eligible for the University Research Scholarship (URS) of Rs. 20,000/month in Year 1, Rs. 25,000/month in Years 2 and 3, and Rs. 30,000/month in Year 4.
A professional development contingency grant of Rs. 10,000 per annum is also provided for 4 years.
Candidates who have qualified UGC/CSIR/JRF/NET/GATE/GPAT/SET are exempted from the Research Aptitude Test (RAPT).
M.Phil. holders in the relevant discipline are also exempted from RAPT.
The RAPT examination is conducted at three centers: Agartala, Guwahati, and Kolkata.

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ICFAI Tripura Ph.D. English Fees

The Ph.D. (English) program at ICFAI University Tripura has a semester-based fee structure with differentiated rates for domicile (North-East states) and non-domicile students. The program involves a minimum of 6 semesters (3 years) of coursework and research. In addition to the semester fee, students pay a one-time admission fee of Rs. 25,000 and a refundable caution deposit of Rs. 10,000.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Domicile (Rs.)	Non-Domicile (Rs.)
Application Fee (Non-refundable)	1,000	1,000
Admission Fee (One-time)	25,000	25,000
Semester Fee (per semester)	45,000	50,000
Total Program Fee (6 semesters - 3 years)	2,70,000	3,00,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	10,000	10,000
Student Activity Fund (One-time)	2,000	2,000
Alumni Fee (One-time)	1,000	1,000
Total Fees - 3 years (excluding hostel)	3,09,000	3,39,000

Domicile students: Students from North-East states (Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura).
Non-domicile students: Students from all other states.
Caution Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable on completion of the program, after adjusting for dues.
The program may extend beyond 3 years (up to 6 years); additional semester fees will apply accordingly.
Payments can be made via Credit/Debit card, Internet Banking, or Demand Draft in favour of "ICFAI University, Tripura - Fee Collection A/c" payable at Agartala.
Full-time Ph.D. students receiving URS fellowship will receive Rs. 20,000/month (Year 1), Rs. 25,000/month (Years 2-3), and Rs. 30,000/month (Year 4), plus Rs. 10,000/year contingency grant.

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ICFAI Tripura Ph.D. English Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (English) program at ICFAI University Tripura are conducted once a year, typically with the Research Aptitude Test (RAPT) held in January. The January 2026 batch admission process has been completed. The next cycle is expected to open tentatively around November-December 2026. Admission involves a Research Aptitude Test followed by a personal interview for qualifying candidates.

Admission Calendar (January 2026 Batch - Completed)

Event	Date
Last Date for Submission of Application Forms	January 12, 2026
Admit Card Issue	January 16, 2026
Research Aptitude Test (RAPT)	January 16, 2026
Personal Interview (Candidates from outside Tripura)	January 16, 2026
Personal Interview (Candidates from Tripura)	January 19-21, 2026
Declaration of Final Merit List	January 27, 2026
Last Date of Admission	February 5, 2026
Orientation and Registration	February 6, 2026
Commencement of Regular Classes	February 9, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

A two-year postgraduate degree (Master's) or equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA in the concerned subject (English or related discipline).
Candidates with M.Phil. in the relevant discipline are exempted from the RAPT.
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, GPAT, SET, or any other similar national-level examination are also exempted from RAPT.

Admission Process

Apply online through the ICFAI University Tripura website (www.iutripura.edu.in); pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1,000.
Appear for the Research Aptitude Test (RAPT) at one of the designated centers: Agartala, Guwahati, or Kolkata (exempted for NET/JRF/GATE/M.Phil. holders).
Qualifying candidates appear for a personal interview.
Final merit list declared; selected candidates pay the admission fee of Rs. 25,000 to confirm the seat.
Orientation and registration followed by commencement of coursework.

ICFAI Tripura Ph.D. English Scholarships 2026

ICFAI University Tripura offers its own University Research Scholarship (URS) to full-time Ph.D. students, making it one of the few private universities in the North-East to provide a monthly fellowship. Additionally, government scholarships are available for eligible SC, ST, and OBC students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
University Research Scholarship (URS) - Year 1	Rs. 20,000/month	Full-time Ph.D. students
University Research Scholarship (URS) - Year 2 and 3	Rs. 25,000/month	Full-time Ph.D. students
University Research Scholarship (URS) - Year 4	Rs. 30,000/month	Full-time Ph.D. students
Professional Development Contingency Grant	Rs. 10,000/year (for 4 years)	Full-time Ph.D. students
Post Matric Scholarship for ST Students	As per government norms	ST students from Tripura/Arunachal Pradesh
Post Matric Scholarship for SC Students	As per government norms	SC students from Tripura
Post Matric Scholarship for OBC Students	As per government norms	OBC students from Tripura/Assam

URS fellowship is paid for a maximum of 48 months (4 years) from the date of commencement of the program.
Contingency grant is released based on receipts for conference registrations, workshops, seminars, books, and study materials.
Government scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal: scholarships.gov.in.

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ICFAI Tripura Ph.D. English FAQs

Ques. Is the Ph.D. (English) at ICFAI University Tripura available in part-time mode?

Ans. Yes, the Ph.D. (English) program is available in both full-time and part-time modes. Part-time candidates are also required to complete the mandatory one-year coursework (2 semesters), unless they have completed M.Phil. coursework.

Ques. What is the Research Aptitude Test (RAPT) and where is it conducted?

Ans. The RAPT is an entrance examination conducted by ICFAI University Tripura for Ph.D. admissions. The syllabus is the same as prescribed for the UGC-NET examination. It is conducted at three centers: Agartala, Guwahati, and Kolkata. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET/JRF, GATE, GPAT, SET, or hold an M.Phil. degree are exempted from RAPT.

Ques. Can I pursue Ph.D. (English) at ICFAI Tripura while working?

Ans. Yes, the part-time Ph.D. option is available for working professionals. However, part-time candidates are required to be present on campus for coursework, seminars, and other academic activities as per the university schedule.

Ques. Is the University Research Scholarship (URS) available for all Ph.D. students?

Ans. The URS fellowship is available only for full-time Ph.D. students. Part-time students are not eligible for the monthly fellowship. The fellowship is paid for a maximum of 4 years.

Ques. What is the minimum and maximum duration of the Ph.D. (English) program?

Ans. The minimum duration is 3 years (including 1 year of mandatory coursework) and the maximum duration is 6 years. Enrollment in the Ph.D. program does not guarantee award of the degree within the stipulated time; the degree is awarded as per UGC regulations and university norms.

Ques. What are the career prospects after completing Ph.D. (English) from ICFAI University Tripura?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Assistant Professors or Professors in colleges and universities (subject to clearing UGC-NET if not already qualified). Other opportunities include roles as researchers, content developers, editors, language consultants, and positions in government educational departments. The Ph.D. degree also opens doors to post-doctoral research fellowships at national and international institutions.