Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The Ph.D. (Economics) programme at IIT Goa is offered under the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) and is a full-time, on-campus research programme with a minimum duration of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years. The programme focuses on research areas including Financial Economics, Development Economics, Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics, and Econometrics. There are no fixed seat intake numbers publicly declared; admissions are offered twice a year (Autumn and Spring semesters) based on available faculty positions. The programme is conducted in full-time mode on campus at IIT Goa's temporary campus at Government College of Engineering, Goa, Farmagudi, Ponda. It is popular among Economics postgraduates seeking rigorous research training in a premier IIT environment with access to Teaching Assistantship fellowships and interdisciplinary collaboration with engineering and science departments.

Admissions for the Autumn Semester of AY 2026-27 are upcoming. Applications are expected to open from March 26, 2026, and close by April 27, 2026, as per the academic calendar. The PhD interview window for the Autumn 2026-27 batch is scheduled between May 27, 2026, and June 5, 2026, with results expected by June 25, 2026. For the Spring Semester 2026-27, admissions have already been completed (classes commenced January 6, 2026).

Key Points

The Ph.D. (Economics) programme is housed in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) at IIT Goa, which is unique among IITs for its interdisciplinary research environment.
Research areas available for Economics PhD scholars include Financial Economics, Development Economics, Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics, Econometrics, Economics of Climate Change, and Complexity Economics.
Both full-time (Regular/TA/JRF) and part-time (sponsored/external/self-sponsored) PhD options are available.
Candidates without UGC-NET/GATE may also be considered if they have at least 70% marks in their Master's degree in Economics (65% for SC/ST).
The selection process for Economics involves both a written test and an interview, conducted offline at IIT Goa.
PhD scholars under the Institute TA category receive a monthly stipend as per Ministry of Education guidelines (JRF: Rs. 37,000/month; SRF: Rs. 42,000/month).

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IIT Goa Ph.D. (Economics) Fees

The Ph.D. (Economics) programme at IIT Goa is highly affordable, especially for Regular (TA) category students. The tuition fee for Regular PhD students is just Rs. 2,500 per semester, while Sponsored category students pay Rs. 25,000 per semester. The total fees for the first semester (including one-time charges, mess, and security deposits) amount to approximately Rs. 57,510 for Regular students and Rs. 80,010 for Sponsored students. SC/ST/PwD students are fully exempt from tuition fees.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Regular (Per Semester)	Sponsored (Per Semester)
One-Time Fees (at admission)	Rs. 9,600	Rs. 9,600
Tuition Fees	Rs. 2,500	Rs. 25,000
Per Semester Fees	Rs. 18,800	Rs. 18,800
Security Deposit (Refundable, one-time)	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000
Mess Security Deposit (Refundable, one-time)	Rs. 1,000	Rs. 1,000
Refundable Mess Advance (one-time)	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000
Annual Insurance Premium	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000
Mess Charges (per semester)	Rs. 19,610	Rs. 19,610
Total Fees (First Semester, including one-time)	Rs. 57,510	Rs. 80,010

Security Deposit (Rs. 2,000), Mess Security Deposit (Rs. 1,000), and Refundable Mess Advance (Rs. 2,000) are fully refundable at the time of leaving the institute.
SC/ST/PwD category students are exempt from paying tuition fees for both Regular and Sponsored programmes.
From the second semester onwards, one-time fees and refundable deposits are not charged again; the recurring per-semester cost for Regular students is approximately Rs. 40,410 (tuition + per semester fees + mess charges + insurance).
Hostel accommodation is provided to all registered PhD students. Students not staying in the hostel are exempted from hostel-related charges.
Fee payment is accepted only through the IIT Goa designated payment portal (managed by Billdesk). Demand Drafts in favour of 'Student Fee Account IIT Goa' are accepted for educational loan cases.
A late fee fine of Rs. 1,500 is charged if fees are paid after the deadline but within the extended window.

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IIT Goa Ph.D. (Economics) Admission 2026

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Economics) programme at IIT Goa are conducted twice a year for the Autumn and Spring semesters. The selection process involves a written test followed by an interview, both conducted offline at IIT Goa. For the upcoming Autumn 2026-27 batch, applications are expected to open in late March 2026. Candidates must qualify UGC-NET/GATE in Economics or hold a JRF, or have at least 70% marks in their Master's degree to be eligible.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Start (Autumn 2026-27)	March 26, 2026 (Tentative)
Application End (Autumn 2026-27)	April 27, 2026 (Tentative)
PhD Interview Window (Autumn 2026-27)	May 27 - June 5, 2026 (Tentative)
Result Declaration (Autumn 2026-27)	By June 25, 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Autumn Semester 2026-27	July 27, 2026 (Tentative)

UGC-NET Exam Dates

Event	Date
UGC-NET Phase 1 Application Start	October 7, 2025
UGC-NET Phase 1 Application End	November 7, 2025
UGC-NET Phase 1 Admit Card	December 28, 2025
UGC-NET Phase 1 Exam	December 31, 2025 - January 7, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 Answer Key	January 14, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 1 Result	February 4, 2026
UGC-NET Phase 2 Application Start	April 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET Phase 2 Application End	May 1, 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET Phase 2 Exam	June 2026 (Tentative)
UGC-NET Phase 2 Result	July 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must hold a Master's degree in Economics (or equivalent) with a minimum of 60% marks or CPI 6.0/10 (55% or CPI 5.5/10 for SC/ST candidates).
Applicants must qualify UGC-NET/GATE in Economics, or hold a UGC-JRF in Economics; candidates with at least 70% marks in their Master's degree (65% for SC/ST) may also be considered without NET/GATE.
For part-time PhD: Master's degree with 60% marks and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience (or Bachelor's degree with 60% marks and 4 years of work experience).

Admission Process

Applications are submitted online only through the IIT Goa PhD admission portal; no downloadable forms are available.
Application fee: Rs. 100 for Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates; Rs. 200 for all other candidates (non-refundable), payable via NEFT/RTGS/UPI.
Shortlisted candidates are notified via email for the written test and interview (both conducted offline at IIT Goa for Economics).
The written test syllabus covers MA/M.Sc. Economics topics along with UGC-NET syllabus.
Final selection is based on performance in the written test and interview; meeting basic eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting.
Provisionally selected candidates must complete document verification and fee payment within the stipulated deadline to confirm admission.

IIT Goa Ph.D. (Economics) Scholarships 2026

PhD scholars at IIT Goa under the Institute TA (Teaching Assistantship) category receive a monthly stipend as per Ministry of Education guidelines. JRF scholars receive Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years, which is upgraded to Rs. 42,000 per month (SRF) for the remaining duration upon satisfactory progress. Additionally, IIT Goa is an approved institute for the Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF), which offers significantly higher stipends for eligible candidates. These fellowships make the PhD programme financially accessible and attractive for meritorious students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Amount	Eligibility	Duration
Institute Teaching Assistantship (TA) - JRF	Rs. 37,000/month	Regular PhD students under Institute TA category	First 2 years
Institute Teaching Assistantship (TA) - SRF	Rs. 42,000/month	Upgrade after 2 years on satisfactory progress	Remaining duration (up to 3 more years)
UGC-JRF / CSIR-JRF	Rs. 37,000/month (JRF); Rs. 42,000/month (SRF)	Candidates with valid JRF award	As per fellowship terms
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF)	Rs. 70,000/month (Yr 1-2); Rs. 75,000/month (Yr 3); Rs. 80,000/month (Yr 4-5) + Rs. 2 Lakh/year research grant	Eligible PhD scholars at IIT Goa	Up to 5 years
SC/ST/PwD Tuition Fee Waiver	Full tuition fee exemption	SC/ST/PwD category students	Entire programme duration

Part-time PhD students (sponsored/external/self-sponsored) do not receive any fellowship or assistantship from IIT Goa.
PMRF is primarily targeted at Science and Engineering disciplines; Economics scholars should verify eligibility on the official PMRF portal (pmrf.in) before applying.
Annual research contingency grants may be available to TA/JRF scholars as per institute norms; candidates should confirm with the Academic Office.
Stipend amounts are subject to revision as per Government of India/Ministry of Education guidelines.

IIT Goa Ph.D. (Economics) FAQs

Ques. Can I apply for PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa without a GATE or UGC-NET score?

Ans. Yes, IIT Goa allows candidates without GATE/UGC-NET to apply for the PhD (Economics) programme, provided they have secured at least 70% marks in their Master's degree in Economics (65% for SC/ST). However, such candidates are considered on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed shortlisting. Having a valid UGC-NET or JRF significantly strengthens your application.

Ques. Is the PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa a full-time programme? Can I pursue it part-time while working?

Ans. The programme is primarily offered as a full-time, on-campus programme. However, a part-time PhD option is also available for working professionals employed in government/semi-government institutions, R&D organisations, or industry. Part-time students must have relevant work experience and are not eligible for any institute fellowship or stipend.

Ques. What is the stipend for PhD (Economics) students at IIT Goa?

Ans. PhD students admitted under the Institute TA (Teaching Assistantship) category receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 (JRF level) for the first two years, which is upgraded to Rs. 42,000 per month (SRF level) upon satisfactory academic progress. Students with external fellowships like UGC-JRF or CSIR-JRF receive stipends as per their respective fellowship terms.

Ques. How many seats are available for PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa each year?

Ans. IIT Goa does not publicly declare a fixed seat intake for PhD (Economics). Admissions are based on available faculty positions and research funding. Typically, a small number of seats (2-5 per semester) are offered across the Financial Economics, Development Economics, and Macroeconomics research areas. The number varies each admission cycle.

Ques. What is the selection process for PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa? Is the interview online or offline?

Ans. The selection process for PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa involves a written test followed by an interview. Both the written test and the interview are conducted offline (in-person) at IIT Goa. This is different from most other departments at IIT Goa where interviews are conducted online. Shortlisted candidates are informed via email about the test/interview schedule.

Ques. What research areas can I work on for PhD (Economics) at IIT Goa?

Ans. The Economics discipline at IIT Goa's School of Humanities and Social Sciences (SHSS) offers research opportunities in Financial Economics, Development Economics, Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics, Econometrics, Economics of Climate Change, and Complexity Economics. The available research areas may vary each admission cycle depending on faculty availability and project funding. Candidates are advised to check the latest admission brochure for specific openings.