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The Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D.] in Architecture (Part Time) at Amity University Mumbai is a minimum 3.5-year part-time, on-campus doctoral research programme offered by the Amity School of Architecture and Planning (ASAP), Mumbai. Designed specifically for working architecture and planning professionals, academics, and practitioners who wish to pursue doctoral research without leaving their careers, this programme allows scholars to balance professional commitments with rigorous academic research. Research areas include sustainable architecture, urban design, heritage conservation, building technology, environmental design, and smart cities. The total academic fee for the minimum duration is Rs. 1.98 Lakhs (Rs. 33,000 per semester), making it one of the most affordable part-time Ph.D. programmes in architecture at a private university in India. Admission is based on the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) and a Personal Interview (PI).

Admissions for the 2026-27 cycle closed on December 6, 2026. Applications are accepted twice a year for January and July sessions. The next admission cycle is expected to open tentatively in mid-2026 for the July session. Candidates are advised to monitor amity.edu/phd for updates.

Key Points

The Ph.D. (Architecture) Part Time is specifically designed for working professionals, allowing them to continue their careers while pursuing doctoral research.
The minimum duration is 3.5 years (7 semesters) for part-time scholars, with a maximum of 6 years as per UGC regulations.
Working candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of registration, within one month of selection.
The programme is governed by UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for Award of Ph.D. Degree) Regulations, ensuring national academic standards.
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) and fee concessions are available for eligible scholars, including national fellowship holders (JRF/SRF/CSIR/UGC/DST-INSPIRE).
The Mumbai campus location offers access to a rich built environment, heritage structures, and urban planning challenges, providing excellent real-world research contexts.

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Amity Mumbai PhD Architecture Fees

The total academic fee for the Ph.D. Architecture (Part Time) programme at Amity University Mumbai is Rs. 1.98 Lakhs for the minimum 3.5-year duration, payable as Rs. 33,000 per semester. In addition, 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. Scholars who take longer than the minimum period continue to pay the semester fee until completion. Notably, the part-time fee (Rs. 33,000/semester) is lower than the full-time fee (Rs. 38,000/semester) at the Mumbai campus.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Registration Fee (One-time)	10,000
Security Deposit (Refundable)	10,000
Academic Fee (Per Semester)	33,000
Academic Fee (Per Year)	66,000
Total Academic Fee (3.5 Years / 7 Semesters)	2,31,000
Total Fees (Registration + Security + 3.5 Years Academic)	2,51,000
Hostel Fee - Non-AC (Per Year)	80,000 (Optional)
Hostel Fee - AC (Per Year)	1,60,000 (Optional)

Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.
Scholars enrolled beyond the minimum 3.5-year period continue to pay Rs. 33,000 per semester until thesis submission and viva.
Amity Fellowship / Scholarship / Financial Aid may be available for selected scholars as per university policy.
JRF/SRF/RA holders employed in the university and National Fellowship holders may be eligible for fee concessions.
Hostel fees are optional; most part-time scholars commute from their place of work/residence.
Fees are subject to revision from time to time as decided by the university.

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Amity Mumbai PhD Architecture Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. Architecture (Part Time) programme at Amity University Mumbai are conducted twice a year, for January and July sessions. The 2026-27 admission cycle closed on December 6, 2026. The next cycle (July 2026 session) is expected to open tentatively in mid-2026. Candidates are shortlisted based on the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) and a Personal Interview (PI) conducted by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC).

College-Specific Admission Dates

Event	Date
Application Window Opens (2026-27 cycle)	November 1, 2026
Application Window Closes (2026-27 cycle)	December 6, 2026 (Closed)
Next Admission Cycle (July 2026 session)	Tentatively mid-2026
APET (Written Test) and PI	After application shortlisting

Note: The 2026-27 Ph.D. admission cycle is now closed. Candidates interested in the July 2026 session should monitor amity.edu/phd for official notifications. Applications are accepted twice a year (January and July sessions).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Master's degree (M.Arch, M.Plan, M.Tech in Architecture/Planning, or equivalent) with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade from a recognised university.
Candidates with a B.Arch degree with at least 55% marks and a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in architecture/planning may be considered as Corporate Research Scholars.
Working candidates must submit an NOC from their employer at the time of registration.
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, GATE, or equivalent national-level research fellowships are exempted from APET.

Admission Process:

Step 1: Submit the online application form at amity.edu/phd along with a Preliminary Research Idea and required documents. Pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Step 2: Shortlisted candidates appear for the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) - a 90-minute, 100-mark MCQ test (50 marks General + 50 marks Subject-Specific). APET-exempted candidates (JRF/NET/GATE holders) directly appear for the interview.
Step 3: APET-qualified candidates appear for a Personal Interview (PI) before the Faculty Research Committee (FRC).
Step 4: Selected candidates receive an offer letter and register by paying the Registration Fee and Security Deposit.
Step 5: Working candidates submit NOC from employer within one month of selection.
Step 6: Formal Ph.D. registration and supervisor allocation upon joining.

Amity Mumbai PhD Architecture Scholarships 2026

Amity University offers financial support to Ph.D. scholars through the Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) and other concessions. Scholars holding national fellowships are eligible for fee concessions as per university policy.

Scholarship Types

Scholarship / Fellowship Type	Criteria	Benefit
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF)	Merit-based selection by university committee	Stipend + fee waiver (as per ARF policy)
National Fellowship Holders (JRF/SRF/CSIR/UGC/DST-INSPIRE)	Valid national fellowship award	Fee concession + APET exemption
Amity Academic/Non-Academic Staff	Employed at Amity University	Fee concession as per staff policy
JRF/SRF/RA in Amity MoU Labs	Working in labs with Amity MoU	Fee concession as per university policy

Standard merit scholarships (CLAT/XII-based) do not apply to Ph.D. programmes.
Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.
All fellowship/concession applications are subject to approval by the university's scholarship committee.
Candidates are advised to contact the Ph.D. admissions office at Amity University Mumbai for the latest ARF availability and terms.

Amity University Mumbai Ph.D Architecture Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#66 out of 76 in India 2025

#2nd in Mumbai

#6 in Maharashtra

Indiatoday Ranking

#39 out of 54 in India 2025

#2nd in Mumbai

#3 in Maharashtra

The Week Ranking

#26 out of 31 in India 2025

#2nd in Mumbai

#2 in Maharashtra

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Amity Mumbai PhD Architecture FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between Ph.D. Architecture Full Time and Part Time at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. The Full Time Ph.D. has a minimum duration of 3 years (6 semesters) with a semester fee of Rs. 38,000, totalling Rs. 2.28 Lakhs in academic fees. The Part Time Ph.D. has a minimum duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters) with a lower semester fee of Rs. 33,000, totalling Rs. 2.31 Lakhs in academic fees. The Part Time mode is designed for working professionals who must submit an NOC from their employer. Both lead to the same Ph.D. degree from Amity University Maharashtra.

Ques. Is it mandatory to submit an NOC from my employer for the Part Time Ph.D.?

Ans. Yes. Working candidates applying for the Part Time Ph.D. must submit an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from their employer at the time of registration, within one month of their selection. The NOC format is available on the official Amity PhD website.

Ques. What is the APET and is it mandatory for Part Time Ph.D. applicants?

Ans. The Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) is a 90-minute, 100-mark MCQ test consisting of two sections: Section 1 (General - Research Methodology, GK, English, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis) and Section 2 (Subject-Specific Architecture questions at Masters/GATE level). Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET, JRF, GATE, or equivalent national fellowships are exempted from APET and directly appear for the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) interview.

Ques. What is the total fee for Ph.D. Architecture (Part Time) at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. The total academic fee for the minimum 3.5-year duration is Rs. 2.31 Lakhs (Rs. 33,000 per semester x 7 semesters). In addition, a one-time Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000 and a refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 are payable at admission, bringing the total initial outlay to approximately Rs. 2.51 Lakhs.

Ques. Can a practising architect with a B.Arch degree (no Master's) apply for the Part Time Ph.D.?

Ans. Yes, under the Corporate Research Scholar category. B.Arch graduates with at least 55% marks and a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in architecture or planning, with published professional work or proven research interest, may be considered. These candidates are treated as Corporate Research Scholars.

Ques. How many times a year does Amity University Mumbai accept Ph.D. Architecture applications?

Ans. Applications are accepted twice a year, for the January session and the July session. Candidates should monitor the official Amity PhD portal (amity.edu/phd) for the opening of each admission cycle, as the application window is typically open for about 5-6 weeks before the session start.