Amity Mumbai Ph.D. (Chemistry) Part Time FAQs
Ques. Can I pursue the Ph.D. (Chemistry) - Part Time at Amity Mumbai while working in a private company?
Ans. Yes, the Part Time PhD program is specifically designed for working professionals. You must submit an Employment Verification Certificate at the time of form filling and an NOC from your employer (in Amity's prescribed format) at the time of joining. There is no restriction on the type of employer - government, private, or self-employed professionals are all eligible.
Ques. How many days per week do I need to attend classes for the Part Time PhD?
Ans. The Part Time PhD at Amity is structured to accommodate working professionals. Typically, classes and lab sessions are scheduled on weekends or in a condensed format. However, the exact schedule is communicated after admission. Candidates should clarify the attendance and lab requirements with the Amity Mumbai admissions office before applying, as Chemistry being a lab-intensive subject may require periodic on-campus presence.
Ques. What is the difference between the Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. (Chemistry) at Amity Mumbai in terms of duration and fees?
Ans. The Full Time Ph.D. (Chemistry) has a minimum duration of 3 years with a fee of Rs. 38,000 per semester (total academic fee: Rs. 2,28,000 for 6 semesters), while the Part Time version has a minimum duration of 3.5 years with a fee of Rs. 33,000 per semester (total academic fee: Rs. 2,31,000 for 7 semesters). Interestingly, the per-semester fee for Part Time is slightly lower, but the total duration is longer. The Amity Research Fellowship (Rs. 37,000/month) is only available for Full Time scholars.
Ques. I have cleared CSIR-NET (Chemical Sciences). Am I exempt from the Amity PhD Entrance Test?
Ans. Yes. Candidates who have cleared CSIR-NET (Category 1, 2, or 3) in the relevant field (Chemical Sciences) within the validity period of their certificate are exempt from the APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test). You will only need to appear for the Interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC). You must submit a scanned copy of your official CSIR-NET certificate along with the application form or via email, at least two days before your scheduled PET date.
Ques. Can I apply for both the January and July sessions in the same year?
Ans. You can apply for both sessions, but you must fill separate application forms for each session. Note that a candidate is allowed to appear in the selection process of the applied PhD program only once per session. If you apply for both Full Time and Part Time modes of the same program in the same session, only one form will be considered for the selection process. Also, forms submitted for the Mumbai campus are valid only for Mumbai and no inter-campus transfers are permitted.
Ques. Is there any hostel facility available for Part Time PhD scholars at Amity Mumbai?
Ans. Hostel facilities at Amity University Mumbai are primarily designed for full-time residential students. Part Time PhD scholars, being working professionals, typically do not require hostel accommodation. However, if needed, candidates can inquire about guest house or short-stay accommodation options directly with the campus administration. It is advisable to contact the Mumbai campus at admissions@mum.amity.edu or call 7303-396-396 for specific accommodation queries.
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