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The Ph.D. (Mathematics) - Part Time program at Amity University, Mumbai (Amity University Maharashtra) is a research-focused doctoral program offered under the Amity School of Applied Sciences. With a minimum duration of 3.5 years, the program is designed for working professionals who wish to pursue advanced research in Mathematics while continuing their careers. The curriculum covers Pure and Applied Mathematics, Research Methodology and Statistics, and Literature Review, with a per-semester fee of Rs. 33,000 for Indian nationals at the Mumbai campus. The program benefits from Amity's strong research culture, with a University H-Index of 145, 34 faculty among the top 2% scientists globally, and 400+ government-funded research projects across campuses.

Admissions are conducted twice a year for January and July sessions. As of March 2026, the July 2026 session is upcoming. Based on the previous year's pattern (July 2025 session had an application deadline of June 13, 2025), the July 2026 session applications are expected to open around April 2026 with a deadline tentatively in June 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official Amity PhD admission microsite at www.amity.edu/phd for confirmed dates.

Key Points

Offered under Amity School of Applied Sciences, Mumbai - a dedicated science research institute within Amity University Maharashtra.
Part Time mode is designed for working professionals; candidates must submit an Employment Verification Certificate at the time of application and an NOC from their employer at the time of joining.
The program covers both Pure Mathematics (algebra, topology, analysis) and Applied Mathematics (numerical methods, mathematical modelling, operations research) research areas.
Candidates who have cleared UGC-NET (Mathematical Sciences), CSIR-NET, GATE (Mathematics/Statistics), DST-INSPIRE, or similar national-level exams are exempted from Amity's PhD Entrance Test (APET).
Amity University holds a University H-Index of 145, with 250+ global university research partnerships.
Program Code: 17318

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Amity University Ph.D. (Mathematics) Part Time Fees

The Ph.D. (Mathematics) - Part Time program at Amity University, Mumbai has a clear and affordable fee structure. The academic fee is Rs. 33,000 per semester for Indian nationals at the Mumbai campus, payable semester-wise over the minimum program duration of 3.5 years (7 semesters), totalling Rs. 2,31,000 in academic fees. Including the one-time Registration Fee and Security Deposit, the total program cost is Rs. 2,51,000. The Security Deposit of Rs. 10,000 is fully refundable upon completion of the Ph.D.

Fee Structure

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 (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.
Amity Fellowship / Scholarship / Financial Aid / Fee concession may be available to selected scholars, Amity academic/non-academic staff, JRF/SRF/RA employed in the University, national-level fellowship holders, or scholars working in labs with Amity MoUs, as applicable.
The Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) with a stipend of Rs. 37,000/month is available ONLY for Full Time PhD scholars and does not apply to Part Time scholars.

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Amity University Ph.D. (Mathematics) Part Time Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Mathematics) - Part Time program at Amity University, Mumbai are conducted twice a year for January and July sessions. The selection process involves an Amity PhD Entrance Test (APET) followed by an Interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC). Candidates who have cleared national-level exams such as UGC-NET (Mathematical Sciences), CSIR-NET, GATE (Mathematics/Statistics), DST-INSPIRE, or DBT-JRF in the relevant field are exempted from APET and need to appear only for the Interview. The July 2026 session is upcoming; based on last year's pattern, applications are expected to open around April 2026.

Amity University Mumbai Ph.D. (Mathematics) Part Time Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Application Portal Opens	April 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date to Apply	June 2026 (Tentative, based on June 13, 2025 last year)
APET (PhD Entrance Test)	June-July 2026 (Tentative)
Interview (FRC)	July 2026 (Tentative)
Batch Commencement	July 2026
Application Fee (Online)	Rs. 1,500

Relevant Exam Dates for Ph.D. (Mathematics) Admission

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Registration Start	August 28, 2025
GATE 2026	Registration End	October 13, 2025
GATE 2026	Admit Card Release	January 13, 2026
GATE 2026	Exam Dates	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
GATE 2026	Result Declaration	March 19, 2026
CSIR-NET 2026	Registration Start	May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET 2026	Registration End	May 21, 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET 2026	Admit Card	July 1, 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET 2026	Exam Date	July 25-27, 2026 (Tentative)
CSIR-NET 2026	Result	September 4, 2026 (Tentative)

Note: GATE (Mathematics/Statistics paper) and CSIR-NET (Mathematical Sciences) qualified candidates are exempt from APET. Candidates must submit a valid score/result certificate along with the application form or via email, not later than two days prior to their PET date.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Applied Mathematics or a related field from a recognized Indian or foreign university with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
Alternatively, a four-year Bachelor's Degree in the relevant field with a minimum of 75% marks or equivalent CGPA is also accepted (direct admission in Full Time mode only for this category).
SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates are eligible for a 5% relaxation in the minimum marks requirement as per UGC Regulations 2022.

Admission Process

Fill and submit the online application form at www.amity.edu/phd (no hard copies accepted); pay the application fee of Rs. 1,500 online.
Upload required documents: passport-size photograph, Class X marksheet, PG marksheet, Preliminary Research Idea (max 1,000 words), and Employment Verification Certificate (mandatory for Part Time applicants).
Submit NOC from employer (as per Amity's prescribed format) at the time of joining after selection.
Appear in APET (90-minute, 100 MCQs, no negative marking) - Section 1: General Aptitude (50 marks), Section 2: Mathematics-specific (50 marks). Candidates with valid UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE scores in the relevant field are exempt from APET.
Qualified/exempted candidates appear before the Faculty Research Committee (FRC) for an Interview (30 marks).
Check selection status on the Admission Microsite; download and print the admission letter from the microsite.
Pay fees and complete registration/orientation formalities.

Amity University Ph.D. (Mathematics) Part Time Scholarships 2026

Amity University offers financial support to Ph.D. scholars through the Amity Research Fellowship (ARF) and various fee concessions. The Amity Research Fellowship is exclusively available to Full Time PhD scholars and is not applicable to Part Time candidates. Part Time PhD scholars may be eligible for fee concessions based on their employment category - such as Amity staff, JRF/SRF/RA holders, national fellowship holders, or scholars working in labs with Amity MoUs. Mathematics scholars who hold national fellowships like DST-INSPIRE or NBHM (National Board for Higher Mathematics) fellowships can avail those independently.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Aid	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Amity Research Fellowship (ARF)	Full Time PhD scholars only (not applicable for Part Time)	Rs. 37,000/month (Rs. 4.44 lakhs/year)
Fee Concession for Amity Staff	Amity academic/non-academic staff enrolled in PhD	As per University policy
Fee Concession for JRF/SRF/RA	Scholars employed as JRF/SRF/RA at Amity University	As per University policy
Fee Concession for National Fellowship Holders	Scholars holding DST-INSPIRE, NBHM, DBT-JRF, etc.	As per University policy
Fee Concession for MoU Lab Scholars	Scholars working in labs with Amity University MoUs	As per University policy

Part Time PhD scholars are NOT eligible for the Amity Research Fellowship (ARF).
Fee concessions are subject to University approval and applicable policies at the time of admission.
Candidates should contact the Amity Mumbai admissions office (admissions@mum.amity.edu / 7303-396-396) for specific concession details.
The National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) offers research scholarships for PhD students in Mathematics; eligible candidates can apply independently through NBHM.

Amity University Mumbai Ph.D Mathematics Ranking

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#119 out of 277 in India 2025

#9th in Mumbai

#12 in Maharashtra

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#39 out of 218 in India 2025

#4th in Mumbai

#5 in Maharashtra

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Amity University Ph.D. (Mathematics) Part Time FAQs

Ques. What are the research areas available for Ph.D. (Mathematics) - Part Time at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. The program covers both Pure and Applied Mathematics research areas. Pure Mathematics research may include topics in Algebra, Topology, Real and Complex Analysis, Number Theory, and Differential Geometry. Applied Mathematics research may include Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Operations Research, Fluid Dynamics, and Computational Mathematics. Candidates must submit a Preliminary Research Idea (up to 1,000 words) aligned with the research interests of available faculty guides at the Mumbai campus.

Ques. Is UGC-NET (Mathematical Sciences) accepted for exemption from the Amity PhD Entrance Test?

Ans. Yes. Candidates who have cleared UGC-NET (Mathematical Sciences) in Category 1, 2, or 3 within the validity period of their certificate are exempt from the APET (Amity PhD Entrance Test). They need to appear only for the Interview by the Faculty Research Committee (FRC). The valid UGC-NET certificate must be submitted along with the application form or via email, at least two days before the scheduled PET date.

Ques. Can I pursue Ph.D. (Mathematics) - Part Time at Amity Mumbai if I am a college lecturer?

Ans. Yes, college lecturers and faculty members are among the most common candidates for Part Time PhD programs. You must submit an Employment Verification Certificate at the time of application and an NOC from your institution at the time of joining. If you are employed at Amity University itself, you may also be eligible for additional fee concessions as per the University's staff policy.

Ques. What is the difference between the Full Time and Part Time Ph.D. (Mathematics) at Amity Mumbai?

Ans. The Full Time Ph.D. (Mathematics) 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). The Amity Research Fellowship (Rs. 37,000/month) is exclusively available for Full Time scholars. Part Time scholars have the advantage of continuing their professional work alongside their research.

Ques. How is the APET structured for Ph.D. (Mathematics) applicants?

Ans. The APET is a 90-minute test with 100 MCQs (no negative marking). Section 1 (50 marks) covers General Aptitude including General Knowledge, English Language, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis, and Data Interpretation. Section 2 (50 marks) is Mathematics-specific, with 25 questions from the PhD program subject and 25 from related allied fields. The difficulty level is equivalent to UGC-CSIR-NET or GATE at the Master's level.

Ques. Is the NBHM (National Board for Higher Mathematics) scholarship applicable for Part Time PhD students at Amity?

Ans. The NBHM scholarship is a government scholarship for PhD students in Mathematics and is awarded based on a national-level written test. While Amity University's own Amity Research Fellowship is restricted to Full Time scholars, the NBHM scholarship is an external fellowship that eligible candidates can apply for independently. However, since NBHM scholarships are typically designed for full-time research scholars, Part Time PhD candidates should check the current NBHM eligibility criteria directly at the NBHM official website before applying.