Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

Amity University Mumbai offers a Part Time Ph.D. in Information Technology under the Amity Institute of Information Technology (AIIT), Mumbai. The program is designed for working IT professionals who wish to pursue doctoral research while continuing their careers. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years, the program covers advanced research areas including machine learning, database management, network security, cloud computing, data analytics, and emerging IT technologies. The total fee for the program is Rs. 2,51,000 for the minimum duration, making it an accessible doctoral option for IT professionals. Admission is through the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) or exemption via GATE/UGC-NET, followed by a Faculty Research Committee interview. The program is popular among software engineers, IT managers, data scientists, and technology professionals who aspire to contribute to research and academia while maintaining their professional careers.

Admissions for the July 2026 session are currently open. The last date to apply for the Mumbai campus for the January 2026 session was December 6, 2025. For the upcoming July 2026 session, applications are expected to open around April-May 2026, with PET dates tentatively scheduled for May-June 2026, based on the pattern of previous sessions.

Key Points

The program is offered in Part Time mode under the Amity Institute of Information Technology (AIIT), Mumbai, a dedicated IT research institute within Amity University.
Candidates with a valid GATE score in CS/IT or UGC-NET in the relevant field are exempted from the APET.
Part Time PhD scholars must submit an Employment Verification Certificate and NOC from their employer at the time of joining.
The Semester 1 curriculum includes Research Methodology, Advanced Machine Learning (domain-specific course), and Literature Review.
Research areas include machine learning, database management, network security, cloud computing, data analytics, and emerging IT technologies.
Amity University Mumbai accepts applications twice a year for January and July sessions.
The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

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Amity Mumbai PhD IT Fees

The Ph.D. (Information Technology) Part Time program at Amity University Mumbai is priced at Rs. 33,000 per semester for the Mumbai campus (Part Time category). Over the minimum duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters), the total academic fee amounts to Rs. 2,31,000. Including the one-time registration fee and refundable security deposit, the total program cost for the minimum duration is Rs. 2,51,000. Hostel facility is not mandatory for Part Time scholars.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Registration Fee (one-time)	10,000
Security Deposit (one-time, refundable)	10,000
Academic Fee (per semester)	33,000
Academic Fee (7 semesters x Rs. 33,000)	2,31,000
Total Fees	2,51,000

The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable after completion of the Ph.D.
Academic fee is paid semester-wise (two semesters per year).
Scholars enrolled beyond the minimum period of 3.5 years will continue to pay the semester fee until Ph.D. completion.
Fee is subject to revision from time to time as decided by the University.
Application fee of Rs. 1,500 is payable online at the time of form submission (non-refundable processing fee, not included in the above total).
Hostel fees are not applicable/mandatory for Part Time scholars.
Amity Research Fellowship, fee concessions, and financial aid may be available to eligible scholars as per university norms.

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Amity Mumbai PhD IT Admission 2026

Amity University Mumbai conducts Ph.D. admissions twice a year for January and July sessions. For the Part Time Ph.D. in Information Technology, candidates must apply online, appear in the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) unless exempted via GATE/UGC-NET, and clear the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) interview. The January 2026 session application window for Mumbai campus closed on December 6, 2025. The next (July 2026) session is expected to open for applications around April-May 2026, with PET dates tentatively in May-June 2026.

Admission Schedule

Event	Date
Application Portal Opens (July 2026 Session)	April 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply - Mumbai Campus	May 2026 (Tentative)
APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test) Dates	May-June 2026 (Tentative)
FRC Interview	After APET (Tentative)
Session Commencement	July 2026 (Tentative)

Note: For reference, the last date to apply for the January 2026 session at Mumbai campus was December 6, 2025.

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Registration	August 28 - October 13, 2025
GATE 2026	Admit Card	January 13, 2026
GATE 2026	Exam	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
GATE 2026	Result	March 19, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1	Registration	October 7 - November 7, 2025
UGC-NET Phase 1	Exam	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1	Result	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2	Registration	April 1 - May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET Phase 2	Exam	June 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET Phase 2	Result	July 2026 (Tentative)

Note: A valid GATE score in CS/IT or a valid UGC-NET (JRF/LS/PhD category) in the relevant field exempts candidates from APET. Only the FRC Interview is required for exempted candidates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold an MCA or M.Sc./M.Tech. in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university.
SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement (i.e., 50% marks).
Part Time PhD applicants must be employed and are required to submit an Employment Verification Certificate and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of joining.

Admission Process

Register and fill the online application form at the Amity PhD portal (portal.amity.edu) and pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Upload all required documents: passport-size photograph, Class X marksheet, MCA/M.Sc./M.Tech. marksheets, preliminary research idea (up to 1,000 words), and Employment Verification Certificate (for Part Time applicants).
Candidates with a valid GATE score in CS/IT or UGC-NET in the relevant field are exempted from APET; they must submit a scanned copy of the certificate.
Appear in the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) - 90 minutes, 100 MCQs (50 marks General/Research Aptitude + 50 marks Subject-Specific Information Technology).
Qualified/exempted candidates appear before the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) for an interview (30 marks).
Selected candidates receive an admission letter on the Amity Admission Microsite; fee payment and joining formalities to be completed as per the schedule.

Amity Mumbai PhD IT Scholarships 2026

Amity University offers research fellowships and financial assistance to Ph.D. scholars, primarily for full-time scholars. Part Time Ph.D. scholars may be eligible for fee concessions and financial aid as per university norms. The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) monthly stipend is not available for Part Time scholars, but fee concessions may apply.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Category	Amount
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) - UGC NET-JRF / INSPIRE	Full Time scholars only	Rs. 37,000 per month
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) - NET-LS (Category 2)	Full Time scholars (selected)	Rs. 37,000 per month
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) - NET-PhD (Category 3)	Full Time scholars (selected)	Rs. 37,000 per month
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) - APET Qualified	Full Time scholars (selected)	Rs. 37,000 per month
Fee Concession / Financial Aid	As per university norms	Varies

The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) monthly stipend is available exclusively to Full Time Ph.D. scholars.
Part Time scholars may apply for fee concessions or financial aid as per the university's prevailing policy.
Scholars who are Amity academic/non-academic staff, JRF/SRF/RA employed in the university, or national fellowship holders may be eligible for additional fee concessions.
For the latest scholarship details, contact the Amity Mumbai admissions office at admissions@mum.amity.edu or call 7303-396-396.

Amity University Mumbai Ph.D Information Technology Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#754 out of 762 in India 2025

#23rd in Mumbai

#112 in Maharashtra

Indiatoday Ranking

#91 out of 269 in India 2025

#4th in Mumbai

#13 in Maharashtra

The Week Ranking

#176 out of 286 in India 2025

#5th in Mumbai

#22 in Maharashtra

TOI Ranking

#58 out of 175 in India 2025

#8th in Mumbai

#20 in Maharashtra

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Amity Mumbai PhD IT FAQs

Ques. Why does the Part Time Ph.D. in IT at Amity Mumbai include Advanced Machine Learning in Semester 1?

Ans. The inclusion of Advanced Machine Learning as a domain-specific compulsory course in Semester 1 reflects the current research priorities in Information Technology. Machine learning is a foundational area for most contemporary IT research, including data analytics, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and IoT. This ensures all scholars have a strong research foundation regardless of their specific thesis topic.

Ques. Can an MCA graduate working in the IT industry apply for the Part Time Ph.D. in IT at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. Yes, an MCA with a minimum of 55% marks is one of the primary eligibility criteria. You must also be currently employed and submit an Employment Verification Certificate and NOC from your employer. MCA graduates working in IT companies are a key target audience for this program.

Ques. What is the difference between the Part Time Ph.D. (IT) and Part Time Ph.D. (CSE) at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. The Ph.D. (IT) is offered under the Amity Institute of Information Technology (AIIT) and focuses on IT-specific research areas. The Ph.D. (CSE) is offered under the Amity School of Engineering and Technology (ASET) and has a broader engineering focus. Both have the same fee structure and admission process, but differ in the institute, faculty, and domain-specific coursework.

Ques. Is GATE mandatory for the Part Time Ph.D. in IT at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. No, GATE is not mandatory. However, candidates with a valid GATE score in CS/IT are exempted from the Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) and only need to appear for the FRC interview.

Ques. What is the total fee for the Part Time Ph.D. in IT at Amity University Mumbai?

Ans. The total fee for the minimum duration (3.5 years / 7 semesters) is Rs. 2,51,000, which includes a one-time Registration Fee of Rs. 10,000, a refundable Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000, and an Academic Fee of Rs. 33,000 per semester. The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

Ques. How does the Part Time Ph.D. in IT at Amity Mumbai accommodate working professionals?

Ans. The Part Time Ph.D. program is structured to accommodate working professionals. Coursework and research activities are typically scheduled on weekends or in flexible slots. Scholars are required to be present on campus for coursework in the first year and for periodic research reviews. The minimum duration is 3.5 years, allowing scholars to balance work and research commitments effectively.