Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

The Ph.D. in Built Environment at Amity University, Noida is an interdisciplinary doctoral program offered by the RICS School of Built Environment (RICS SBE), one of India's premier institutions for built environment education. The program is designed for researchers, academics, and industry professionals seeking to contribute original knowledge to the fields of real estate, construction, urban management, and infrastructure. Spanning a minimum of 3 years (Full Time), the program covers research areas including Construction Management/Project Management, Urban Management/Infrastructure Management, Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying, and Real Estate Management. RICS SBE's industry-aligned approach, global accreditations, and strong placement network make this a highly sought-after doctoral program in the built environment sector.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are currently open, with the application deadline set for April 30, 2026. The Amity Ph.D Entrance Test (APET) is scheduled for May 11-12 and June 15-16, 2026. Candidates holding valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or other national-level qualifying scores in the relevant field are exempted from APET and need to appear only for the interview round.

Key Points

Offered by RICS School of Built Environment (RICS SBE), Amity University Noida - an institution with global RICS accreditation and strong industry linkages.
Research areas: Construction Management/Project Management, Urban Management/Infrastructure Management, Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying, and Real Estate Management.
Full Time mode requires scholars to devote full time to research; campus attendance for coursework, presentations, and progress reports is mandatory.
Candidates with valid UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, DST-INSPIRE, or other national-level qualifying scores in the relevant field are exempted from APET.
The program is available in both Full Time (minimum 3 years) and Part Time (minimum 3.5 years) modes; maximum duration is 6 years for both.
RICS SBE has strong industry connections with firms like Knight Frank, CBRE, Turner and Townsend, JLL, Shapoorji Pallonji, and others.

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Amity University Ph.D. (Built Environment) Fees

The Full Time Ph.D. in Built Environment at Amity University Noida (RICS SBE) is charged at Rs. 50,000 per semester for the Noida campus. Over the minimum duration of 3 years (6 semesters), the total academic fee amounts to Rs. 3,00,000. A one-time Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 are payable at the time of admission, bringing the total payable amount to Rs. 3,20,000. Fees are paid semester-wise and are subject to revision by the university.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Registration Fee (one-time)	10,000
Security Deposit (one-time, refundable)	10,000
Academic Fee (per semester)	50,000
Academic Fee for 6 semesters (3 years minimum)	3,00,000
Total Fees	3,20,000

The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.
Scholars enrolled beyond the minimum period (3 years) will continue to pay semester fees until Ph.D. completion (maximum 6 years).
Fee is subject to revision from time to time as decided by the University.
Application form fee: Rs. 1,500 (paid online at the time of form submission; non-refundable).
Hostel facility is available at RICS SBE Noida campus: Non-AC at Rs. 1,00,000/year and AC at Rs. 1,85,000/year (2025 session rates; subject to revision). Hostel is optional.

Amity University Ph.D. (Built Environment) Admission 2026

Amity University Noida accepts Ph.D applications twice a year for January and July sessions. For the July 2026 session, applications are currently open with a deadline of April 30, 2026. Shortlisted candidates appear for the Amity Ph.D Entrance Test (APET) followed by an interview by the Faculty Research Committee. Candidates with valid national-level qualifying exam scores (UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, GATE, etc.) in the relevant field are exempted from APET and need to appear for the interview only.

Amity University Noida Ph.D Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Open	January 2026 (ongoing)
Last Date to Apply (July 2026 Session)	April 30, 2026
APET (Ph.D Entrance Test) Dates	May 11-12, 2026 and June 15-16, 2026
Interview (for shortlisted/APET-qualified candidates)	To be announced on Admission Microsite
Batch Commencement (July Session)	July 2026 (tentative)

National Exam Dates for APET Exemption

Exam	Exam Date	Result Date	Remarks
GATE 2026	Feb 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026	Mar 19, 2026	Valid for APET exemption in relevant engineering/management subjects
UGC-NET (Phase 2)	Jun 1, 2026 (tentative)	Jul 1, 2026 (tentative)	Valid for APET exemption if cleared in relevant subject
CSIR-NET	Jul 25-27, 2026 (tentative)	Sep 4, 2026 (tentative)	Valid for APET exemption in relevant science subjects

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Master's Degree or equivalent in Real Estate, Urban Management, Urban/Regional Planning, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Economics, Commerce, Law, Architecture, Mathematics, or Sociology, OR MBA/MCA from any accredited Indian or Foreign University with a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 6.0.
Candidates with a 4-year Bachelor's degree with minimum 75%/7.5 CGPA in the relevant field may be eligible for direct Full Time Ph.D admission as per UGC guidelines.
SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in minimum marks as per UGC regulations 2022.

Admission Process:

Fill and submit the online application form at www.amity.edu/phd along with required documents and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Shortlisted candidates appear for APET (100 MCQs, 90 minutes) - exempted if holding valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE or other national-level qualifying scores.
APET-qualified and APET-exempted candidates appear for an Interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC).
Selected candidates are intimated via the Admission Microsite; admission letter is uploaded within two days of selection.
Pay fees and complete registration/orientation formalities to confirm admission.

Amity University Ph.D. (Built Environment) Scholarships 2026

Amity University offers the prestigious Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) for Full Time Ph.D scholars, providing a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 (Rs. 4.44 lakhs/year). Full Time Ph.D. in Built Environment scholars at RICS SBE are eligible to apply for the ARF, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria and clearing an additional interview. External fellowships from UGC, CSIR, DST, and other government bodies are also available for eligible candidates.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility	Mode
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF)	Rs. 37,000/month (Rs. 4.44 lakhs/year)	Full Time Ph.D scholars; max age 28 years; min 55% in Master's or 75% in 4-year Bachelor's	Full Time only
UGC-NET JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years), Rs. 42,000/month (subsequent years)	UGC-NET JRF qualified candidates	Full Time only
CSIR-NET JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years), Rs. 42,000/month (subsequent years)	CSIR-NET JRF qualified candidates	Full Time only

The Amity Research Fellowship requires scholars to perform Academic Duty of 8 hours/week as a Teaching Assistant (TA).
ARF selection involves an additional interview round after the Ph.D admission process.
Amity also provides fee concessions to Amity academic/non-academic staff, JRF/SRF/RA employed in the university, and national-level fellowship holders as per university policy.

Amity University Noida Ph.D Built Environment Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#108 out of 500 in India 2025

#15th in Uttar Pradesh

Indiatoday Ranking

#43 out of 269 in India 2025

#6th in Uttar Pradesh

The Week Ranking

#43 out of 286 in India 2025

#4th in Uttar Pradesh

NIRF Ranking

#37 out of 300 in India 2025

#4th in Uttar Pradesh

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Amity University Ph.D. (Built Environment) FAQs

Q1. What makes the Ph.D. in Built Environment at RICS SBE Amity Noida different from a regular engineering or management PhD?

Ans. The Ph.D. in Built Environment is an interdisciplinary program specifically focused on the built environment sector - covering real estate, construction management, urban infrastructure, and quantity surveying. It is offered by RICS SBE, which has global RICS accreditation, strong industry linkages with firms like Knight Frank, CBRE, Turner and Townsend, and JLL, and a curriculum designed in collaboration with industry. This makes it uniquely positioned for professionals and researchers in the real estate and construction sectors.

Q2. Can working professionals pursue the Full Time Ph.D. in Built Environment at RICS SBE Amity Noida?

Ans. The Full Time Ph.D. requires scholars to devote full time to research and mandates regular campus attendance for coursework, presentations, and progress reports. Working professionals are better suited for the Part Time mode, which allows them to balance employment with research. Full Time scholars cannot simultaneously hold full-time employment.

Q3. What research areas can I pursue under the Ph.D. in Built Environment at RICS SBE Amity Noida?

Ans. Research can be undertaken in four broad areas: Construction Management/Project Management, Urban Management/Infrastructure Management, Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying, and Real Estate Management. The specific research topic is developed in consultation with the assigned research guide based on your research proposal submitted at the time of application.

Q4. Is UGC-NET or GATE required for admission to the Ph.D. in Built Environment at RICS SBE Amity Noida?

Ans. These exams are not mandatory. However, a valid UGC-NET or GATE score in a relevant subject exempts you from Amity's Ph.D Entrance Test (APET), and you only need to appear for the interview. Without such scores, you must appear for APET (100 MCQs, 90 minutes).

Q5. What are the career prospects after completing a Ph.D. in Built Environment from RICS SBE Amity Noida?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers in academia as professors or researchers in real estate and construction management, as senior consultants or research heads in firms like CBRE, JLL, Knight Frank, or Cushman and Wakefield, in government bodies like RERA, NITI Aayog, or urban development authorities, and in international organizations focused on sustainable urban development and infrastructure.

Q6. What is the maximum duration allowed to complete the Ph.D. in Built Environment at RICS SBE Amity Noida?

Ans. The maximum duration for both Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. programs at Amity University is 6 years. If a scholar is unable to complete within the minimum period (3 years for Full Time, 3.5 years for Part Time), they can continue as an enrolled scholar paying semester fees until completion, up to the 6-year maximum.