Marwadi University Rajkot Ph.D Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. No, UGC-NET is not mandatory. Marwadi University conducts its own PhD Entrance Test (online MCQ-based, 1 hour) for candidates who do not hold a valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE/SLET score. Candidates who qualify these national-level exams are directly exempted from the entrance test and are called for the Personal Interview. However, having a UGC-NET/JRF score is advantageous as it also makes you eligible for government fellowships like JRF, which provide a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 during your PhD.

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 40,000 per semester, totalling Rs. 2,40,000 for the standard 3-year (6-semester) duration. Additionally, a one-time application fee of Rs. 600 and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000 are charged. Examination fees, synopsis submission fees, and open defense fees are charged separately at the time of the respective events as per university norms. Hostel accommodation (optional) costs between Rs. 96,000 to Rs. 2,05,000 per year depending on room type. So the total academic cost (excluding hostel) for 3 years is approximately Rs. 2,50,600 (including security deposit).

Ans. Yes. Marwadi University offers a Part-Time PhD option and a specially designed Industry PhD Programme for working professionals. Under the part-time category, candidates working in industries, colleges, government departments, or research organizations can pursue their PhD while continuing their employment, subject to submission of a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. The maximum duration for part-time scholars is 7 years. The Industry PhD allows research to be conducted at the workplace on industry-defined problems, with dual guidance from a university supervisor and an industry field supervisor.

Ans. As per Marwadi University PhD regulations, every research scholar must publish a minimum of two research papers in SCOPUS or Web of Science Core Collection indexed journals before submitting the synopsis (which precedes thesis submission). The scholar must be the first author of these publications, and the papers must be based on the research work done for the PhD thesis. Alternatively, one granted Indian or international utility patent (with the scholar, supervisor, and Marwadi University as applicants) can substitute for the publication requirement.

Ans. The Faculty of Management Studies at Marwadi University supports research in Economics across a broad range of areas including macroeconomics, microeconomics, development economics, agricultural economics, financial economics, international economics, labour economics, and economic policy analysis. The specific research topic is finalized in consultation with the allocated supervisor based on the scholar's interest, the supervisor's expertise, and the feasibility of the proposed research. Scholars are encouraged to work on industry-relevant and socially impactful economic problems.

Ans. The minimum duration for a full-time PhD at Marwadi University is 3 years, but the maximum is 5 years. If a scholar cannot complete within 5 years, an extension of up to 2 years can be granted by the Provost on the recommendation of the Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC). Women candidates and Persons with Disability (more than 40% disability) are entitled to an additional 2-year relaxation in the maximum duration. In any case, the total period for PhD completion cannot exceed 10 years. Scholars must apply for extension before the expiry of their registration to avoid cancellation.