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The Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D.] in Economics (Part Time) at Amity University Mumbai is a minimum 3.5-year part-time, on-campus doctoral research programme. Designed for working economics professionals, academics, bankers, policy analysts, and researchers who wish to pursue doctoral research without leaving their careers, this programme allows scholars to balance professional commitments with rigorous academic inquiry. Research areas include macroeconomics, microeconomics, development economics, international economics, financial economics, agricultural economics, environmental economics, and the Indian economy. The total academic fee for the minimum duration is Rs. 1.98 Lakhs (Rs. 33,000 per semester), making it the most affordable Ph.D. in Economics (Part Time) among all Amity University campuses. Admission is based on the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) and a Personal Interview (PI) by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC).

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. (Economics) 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.
Mumbai's position as India's financial capital provides scholars with unparalleled access to RBI, SEBI, stock exchanges, financial institutions, and policy think tanks for field research and primary data collection.
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET/JRF, GATE, or equivalent national fellowships are exempted from the APET written test.

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Amity Mumbai Ph.D. Economics PT Fees

The total academic fee for the Ph.D. (Economics) 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. 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.
National Fellowship holders (JRF/SRF/CSIR/UGC/DST-INSPIRE) 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 Ph.D. Economics PT Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Economics) 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). Working candidates must submit an NOC from their employer within one month of selection.

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 FRC Interview	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 in Economics (M.A. Economics, M.Sc. Economics, M.Phil. Economics) or equivalent postgraduate qualification with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognised university.
Candidates with MBA (Finance/Economics) or related postgraduate degrees with 55% marks may also be considered.
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 Economics). APET-exempted candidates (JRF/NET/GATE holders) directly appear for the FRC 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 Ph.D. Economics PT 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 Mumbai Ph.D. Economics PT FAQs

Ques. What is the difference between Ph.D. (Economics) 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. (Economics)?

Ans. Yes. Working candidates applying for the Part Time Ph.D. must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) 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 (amity.edu/phd).

Ques. What research areas are available for Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. Research areas include but are not limited to: Macroeconomics and Monetary Policy, Microeconomics and Industrial Organisation, Development Economics and Poverty Studies, International Trade and Finance, Financial Economics and Capital Markets, Agricultural and Rural Economics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Indian Economy and Economic Policy, and Behavioural Economics. The specific research topic is finalised in consultation with the assigned supervisor after admission.

Ques. What is the total fee for Ph.D. (Economics) 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 banker or financial professional apply for Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. Yes, absolutely. The Part Time mode is specifically designed for working professionals such as bankers, financial analysts, policy researchers, government economists, and corporate professionals. Candidates with an M.A./M.Sc. Economics or MBA (Finance/Economics) with 55% marks and a relevant research interest are eligible. An NOC from the employer is required at the time of registration.

Ques. How many times a year does Amity University Mumbai accept Ph.D. (Economics) Part Time 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.