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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Psychology (Part-Time) at Kristu Jayanti University (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, is a part-time research-oriented doctoral programme offered under the Department of Psychology, School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The programme spans a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years, with an annual fee of INR 60,000, and is designed for working professionals - including practising psychologists, counsellors, HR professionals, and mental health practitioners - who wish to pursue doctoral research alongside their careers. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art psychology laboratories, psychometric testing stations, biofeedback systems, and Counselling Skills Laboratories, and has strategic collaborations with premier hospitals, NGOs, and industries. Research areas span Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Industrial-Organisational Psychology, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology, and more.

Admissions for the Spring 2026-27 batch (January 2027 intake) opened on October 1, 2026, with a deadline of November 25, 2026, and the entrance test and interview were held on December 6, 2026 - this cycle is now closed. For the next intake (Autumn 2027-28, July 2027 batch), applications are expected to open around April-May 2027 based on the previous year's schedule. Prospective candidates are advised to monitor the official website at www.kristujayanti.edu.in for announcements.

Key Points

Part-time mode designed for working professionals such as practising psychologists, counsellors, HR professionals, therapists, and mental health practitioners.
Offered under the Department of Psychology with faculty expertise spanning Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Industrial-Organisational Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology, Health Psychology, Sports Psychology, and Trauma-informed interventions.
State-of-the-art psychology laboratories with psychometric testing stations, biofeedback systems, and Counselling Skills Laboratories available for research.
Strategic collaborations with premier hospitals, NGOs, and industries for field-based research.
Two-stage selection: KJUET (written test) followed by a Personal Interview; UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE/SLET holders are exempt from the written test.
Part-time scholars are NOT eligible for the monthly fellowship or annual scholarship (these are available only for full-time scholars).
Programme is fully compliant with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, 2022.
NAAC A++ accredited university (CGPA 3.78/4), ranked 34th nationally by NIRF 2025 and #1 in Karnataka.

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14 Apr, 2026 Kristu Jayanti University Admission 2026-27 is open. Apply online @kristujayanti.edu.in.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Psychology Fees

The Ph.D. (Psychology) Part-Time programme at Kristu Jayanti University has an annual fee of INR 60,000. The total fee for the minimum programme duration of 3 years amounts to INR 1,80,000. Unlike full-time scholars, part-time scholars are not eligible for the annual scholarship or monthly fellowship. Hostel accommodation, if availed, is charged separately and is not mandatory.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Per Annum)	Total (3 Years - Minimum Duration)
Tuition / Programme Fee	INR 60,000	INR 1,80,000
Total Fees	INR 60,000	INR 1,80,000

Part-time scholars are NOT eligible for the annual scholarship of INR 10,000 or the monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 (these are available only for full-time scholars).
Scholars holding National/State-level Fellowships (e.g., UGC-JRF) receive a 33% annual fee waiver even for part-time mode.
Hostel fees are separate and not included in the above; hostel is optional.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Psychology Admission 2026

Kristu Jayanti University admits Ph.D. scholars in two cycles annually - a July intake (Autumn admissions) and a January intake (Spring admissions). The Spring 2026-27 admissions cycle (January 2027 batch) is now closed. The next cycle (Autumn 2027-28, July 2027 batch) is expected to open around April-May 2027 based on the previous year's pattern. Candidates must apply online through the university website and submit a research proposal, statement of purpose, and recommendation letter.

Admission Dates

Event	Date
Applications Open	October 1, 2026
Application Deadline	November 25, 2026
Entrance Test (KJUET) and Interview	December 6, 2026
Programme Commencement	January 5, 2027
Next Cycle (Autumn 2027-28) Applications Open (Tentative)	April - May 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
UGC-NET Phase 1	Registration	October 7 - November 7, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1	Exam	December 31, 2026 - January 7, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 1	Result	February 4, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2	Registration (Tentative)	April 1 - May 1, 2027
UGC-NET Phase 2	Exam (Tentative)	June 2027

Note: UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, and SLET qualified candidates are exempt from KJUET but must appear for the personal interview.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Master's degree in Psychology (M.Sc. Psychology / M.Sc. Counselling Psychology / M.Sc. Clinical Psychology or equivalent) from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA (50% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Differently-Abled candidates).
Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor's Degree (Honours with Research) with a minimum of 75% marks are also eligible.
Must qualify KJUET (Kristu Jayanti University Entrance Test) or hold a valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE/SLET qualification for exemption from the written test.

Admission Process:

Apply online at www.kristujayanti.edu.in during the application window.
Submit required documents: Research Proposal, Statement of Purpose, and one Recommendation Letter (not mandatory at application stage; must be submitted before joining coursework).
Appear for KJUET (Part A: Research Aptitude and Reasoning; Part B: Psychology discipline-specific) - exempted for NET/GATE/SLET holders.
Attend the Personal Interview (mandatory for all candidates, including those exempt from KJUET).
Final selection based on KJUET score (70% weightage) and Interview performance (30% weightage).
Merit list prepared and admission offers issued in order of merit within available seats.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Psychology Scholarships 2026

Part-time Ph.D. scholars at Kristu Jayanti University are not eligible for the institutional monthly fellowship or annual scholarship, which are reserved for full-time scholars. However, part-time scholars may benefit from national/state fellowship fee waivers and government scholarship schemes. Candidates are encouraged to explore external funding options before enrolling.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Support	Amount	Eligibility	Conditions
National/State Fellowship Fee Waiver	33% annual fee waiver	Part-time scholars with UGC-JRF or equivalent national/state fellowships	Applicable on annual programme fee
Jayantian Upliftment Scholarship (JUS)	Variable	Students with annual family income up to INR 2 lakh	Minimum 60% marks and 85% attendance required
Government Scholarships (NSP, Karnataka SSP)	Variable	SC/ST/OBC/Minority/EWS students	Apply via scholarships.gov.in or ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in

Monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 and annual scholarship of INR 10,000 are NOT available for part-time scholars.
Contingency grant is also not available for part-time scholars.
Candidates are encouraged to apply for external fellowships such as UGC-JRF before joining to maximize financial benefits.

Kristu Jayanti University (Deemed to be University) Ph.D Psychology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#36 out of 255 in India 2025

#4th in Bangalore

#4 in Karnataka

Indiatoday Ranking

#19 out of 194 in India 2025

#4th in Bangalore

#4 in Karnataka

The Week Ranking

#21 out of 93 in India 2025

#4th in Bangalore

#4 in Karnataka

TOI Ranking

#11 out of 70 in India 2025

#4th in Bangalore

#4 in Karnataka

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Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Psychology FAQs

Ques. What is the key difference between the full-time and part-time Ph.D. in Psychology at KJU?

Ans. The part-time Ph.D. in Psychology costs INR 60,000 per annum (vs INR 65,000 for full-time) and is designed for working professionals who cannot commit to full-time study. However, part-time scholars are NOT eligible for the monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 or the annual scholarship of INR 10,000, which are available only for full-time scholars. The minimum duration (3 years) and maximum duration (6 years) are the same for both modes.

Ques. I am a practising counsellor. Is the part-time Ph.D. in Psychology at KJU suitable for me?

Ans. Yes. The part-time mode is specifically designed for working professionals such as practising psychologists, counsellors, therapists, HR professionals, and mental health practitioners. You can continue your practice while pursuing doctoral research. The programme requires periodic attendance for coursework and research supervision meetings, which can typically be scheduled around work commitments. Note that KJU also offers a separate part-time Ph.D. in Counselling Psychology for those seeking a more specialised track.

Ques. What research areas can I pursue under the part-time Ph.D. in Psychology at KJU?

Ans. Research areas include Clinical Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Industrial-Organisational Psychology, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology, Child and Adolescent Psychology, Trauma-informed interventions, Sports Psychology, Positive Psychology, and Community Mental Health. Candidates are advised to review the research supervisor profiles on the university's doctoral research webpage to align their research proposal with available expertise.

Ques. Does the part-time Ph.D. require physical attendance on campus?

Ans. Yes. Part-time scholars are required to attend coursework sessions and periodic research supervision meetings on campus. The university's doctoral research regulations require a minimum period of residence/engagement with the department. Candidates are advised to contact the doctoral research office at doctoral.research@kristujayanti.com for details on the attendance and residency requirements for part-time scholars before applying.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing a Ph.D. in Psychology from KJU?

Ans. Ph.D. graduates in Psychology from KJU are well-positioned for careers in academia as faculty and researchers, clinical practice in hospitals and mental health centres, organisational development and HR analytics, forensic and criminal psychology, community mental health, and research institutions. The department's collaborations with premier hospitals, NGOs, and industries provide strong professional networks for doctoral scholars.

Ques. Can I switch from part-time to full-time mode after joining?

Ans. The university's PhD regulations allow for mode changes subject to approval by the doctoral committee and availability of full-time slots. Candidates wishing to switch modes should contact the doctoral research office at doctoral.research@kristujayanti.com for guidance on the process and implications for fees and fellowship eligibility.