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The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Public Administration at Kristu Jayanti University (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, is a full-time, research-oriented doctoral programme offered under the Department of Social Sciences and Languages, 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 65,000, and is designed to develop advanced scholars, policy analysts, and academic leaders capable of contributing original knowledge to governance, public policy, public administration, and institutional processes. Scholars are trained in classical and contemporary theories of public administration, public policy analysis, financial administration, comparative administration, ethics and accountability, and advanced research methodology. The programme is popular among MA/MSc Public Administration graduates and public sector professionals seeking careers in academia, policy analysis, governance consulting, and international development organisations.

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.

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Offered under the Department of Social Sciences and Languages, with faculty expertise in political participation, public administration, democratic governance, public policy, and institutional analysis.
Research areas include governance, public policy formulation and evaluation, administrative theory, public finance, comparative administration, organisational behaviour in the public sector, and ethics and accountability.
Scholars are trained in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods for policy and governance 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.
Full-time scholars are eligible for a monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 (post-coursework completion, for up to 30 months).
Scholars with National/State-level Fellowships receive a 33% annual fee waiver.
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. Public Administration Fees

The Ph.D. (Public Administration) Full-Time programme at Kristu Jayanti University has an annual fee of INR 65,000. The total fee for the minimum programme duration of 3 years amounts to INR 1,95,000. Full-time scholars are additionally eligible for an annual scholarship of INR 10,000, effectively reducing the net annual cost. Hostel accommodation, if availed, is charged separately and is not mandatory.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Per Annum)	Total (3 Years - Minimum Duration)
Tuition / Programme Fee	INR 65,000	INR 1,95,000
Annual Scholarship (Full-Time Scholars)	- INR 10,000	- INR 30,000
Net Fee After Scholarship	INR 55,000	INR 1,65,000
Total Fees (without scholarship)	INR 65,000	INR 1,95,000

Part-time scholars pay INR 60,000 per annum with no scholarship benefit.
Scholars holding National/State-level Fellowships (e.g., UGC-JRF) receive an additional 33% annual fee waiver.
Contingency grant of up to INR 10,000 per annum is available for non-STEM (Public Administration) scholars for research-related expenses.
Monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 is available for full-time scholars after completion of coursework and receipt of full registration order, for a maximum of 30 months.
Fellowship recipients are required to contribute a minimum of 6 hours per week in tutorial/evaluation work in the department.
Hostel fees are separate and not included in the above; hostel is optional.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Public Administration 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.

Kristu Jayanti University Ph.D. 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

Relevant 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 Public Administration, Political Science, or equivalent from a recognized university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA (50% for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/Differently-Abiled candidates).
Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor's Degree (Honours with Research) with a minimum of 75% marks, or an MPhil degree with a minimum of 55% 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: Public Administration 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. Public Administration Scholarships 2026

Kristu Jayanti University offers a comprehensive financial support ecosystem for Ph.D. scholars, combining institutional fellowships, contingency grants, and fee waivers. Full-time scholars benefit the most, with a monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 post-coursework, an annual scholarship of INR 10,000, and contingency support for research expenses. Additionally, scholars with national/state fellowships receive significant fee waivers, making the programme financially accessible for meritorious researchers.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Support	Amount	Eligibility	Conditions
Annual Scholarship (Institutional)	INR 10,000 per annum	Full-time Ph.D. scholars	Automatically applicable for full-time scholars
Monthly Fellowship	INR 15,000 per month (up to 30 months)	Full-time scholars post-coursework completion	Activated after full registration order; requires 6 hrs/week departmental contribution
Contingency Grant	Up to INR 10,000 per annum	Full-time scholars in non-STEM disciplines (Public Administration)	For research-related expenses
National/State Fellowship Fee Waiver	33% annual fee waiver	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

The monthly fellowship can be availed for a maximum of 30 months (2.5 years after completion of coursework).
Part-time scholars are not eligible for the fellowship or annual scholarship.
Candidates are encouraged to apply for external fellowships such as UGC-JRF before joining to maximize financial benefits.

Kristu Jayanti Ph.D. Public Administration FAQs

Ques. What are the key research areas available under the Ph.D. in Public Administration at KJU?

Ans. The Ph.D. in Public Administration at KJU covers research areas including governance and democratic governance, public policy formulation, implementation and evaluation, administrative theory, public finance and budgeting, comparative administration, organisational behaviour in the public sector, ethics and accountability, and institutional analysis. Faculty expertise includes political participation, public administration, and democratic governance at local, national, and global levels.

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

Ans. Ph.D. graduates in Public Administration from KJU are well-positioned for careers as university professors and academic researchers, post-doctoral fellows, policy analysts and advisors, policy officers in UN agencies, World Bank, ADB, OECD, and NGOs, project leads in international development programmes, and consultants in governance, public management, and development sectors.

Ques. I have a UGC-NET qualification in Political Science. Am I eligible for the Ph.D. in Public Administration?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with a UGC-NET qualification in Political Science or Public Administration are eligible and are exempt from the KJUET written test. However, all candidates - including those with exemptions - must appear for the Personal Interview, which carries 30% weightage in the final selection. Admission to a particular discipline requires the candidate to have completed the eligibility degree in the sought discipline or an allied discipline.

Ques. What research methodology training is provided in the Ph.D. in Public Administration programme?

Ans. The programme provides rigorous training in qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methods for policy and governance research. Scholars learn advanced research methodology and statistics, academic writing, and scholarly publication skills. The university's consultancy centre also provides support for statistical analysis of research problems in social sciences.

Ques. What is the minimum and maximum duration of the Ph.D. programme and how is the fellowship structured?

Ans. The minimum duration is 3 years and the maximum is 6 years. The programme includes a coursework phase followed by the research phase. The monthly fellowship of INR 15,000 is available for full-time scholars for up to 30 months after completion of coursework and receipt of the full registration order. Fellowship recipients must contribute a minimum of 6 hours per week in departmental tutorial or evaluation work.

Ques. Is the Ph.D. in Public Administration available in part-time mode for government officials or public sector professionals?

Ans. Yes. Kristu Jayanti University offers the Ph.D. in Public Administration in both full-time and part-time modes. Part-time scholars pay INR 60,000 per annum but are not eligible for the monthly fellowship or annual scholarship. The part-time mode is particularly suitable for serving government officials, IAS/IPS officers, public sector managers, or policy professionals who wish to pursue doctoral research alongside their careers.

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