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The Ph.D. (Management) programme at Vishwakarma University (VU), Pune is a full-time doctoral research programme offered under the Department of Commerce and Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management. The department has been recognized in the U-Multirank World Rankings of Universities (2019-20) among 1,759 institutions from 92 countries, reflecting its strong academic standing. The programme spans a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years, with an annual tuition fee of Rs. 75,000. Admission is through the university's VUPET (Vishwakarma University Ph.D. Entrance Test) followed by a personal interview. With a seat intake of 40 (11 Open, 29 Reserved) for AY 2026-27, this is one of the largest Ph.D. programmes at VU, and is popular among candidates seeking research careers in marketing, finance, human resources, operations, entrepreneurship, and consumer behavior. The department has active industry collaborations with NTU Singapore, SAP, Wilo, RiskPro, ISTD, CII-Young Indians, and Quick Heal Technologies.

Admissions for AY 2026-27 are currently ongoing. The VUPET application window opened on 1 February 2026, and the last date for form submission was 22 March 2026. The VUPET entrance test was scheduled for 12 April 2026, with results and interviews to follow in April-May 2026. The final admission deadline for selected candidates is 30 May 2026.

Key Points

The Ph.D. (Management) programme is offered under the Department of Commerce and Management within the Faculty of Commerce and Management at VU, Pune.
The department has 13 research supervisors including Dr. Umesh Patwardhan, Dr. Yuvraj Lahoti, Dr. Jayashree Vispute, Dr. Radhakrishna Batule, Dr. Omvir Gautam, Dr. Sunil Doke, Dr. Chhabi Sinha Chavan, Dr. Ashwini Sonawane, Dr. Pashmina Doshi, Dr. Supriya Lakhangaonkar, Dr. Vijaya Hake, Dr. Yogesh Desale, and Dr. Neerja Aswale.
Key research areas include Marketing and Consumer Behavior, Human Resource Management, Finance and Fintech, Operations and Supply Chain, Entrepreneurship and CSR, Digital Media and E-Commerce, Tourism Management, and Organizational Behavior.
The department has active industry collaborations with NTU Singapore, SAP, Wilo, RiskPro Management Consulting, ISTD, CII-Young Indians, Quick Heal Technologies, and Auto Cluster Pune.
The department was recognized in the U-Multirank World Rankings of Universities (2019-20) among 1,759 institutions from 92 countries.
Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET, UGC-CSIR NET (Category 1, 2, or 3), GATE, or CEED with a valid score may be exempted from the VUPET written test; however, form submission and interview remain mandatory for all.

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VU Ph.D. (Management) Fees

The Ph.D. (Management) programme at Vishwakarma University carries an annual fee of Rs. 75,000, payable every year for the duration of the programme (minimum 3 years, maximum 5 years). A one-time thesis submission fee of Rs. 25,000 is payable at the time of thesis submission. The VUPET application form fee is Rs. 1,200 for Open category and Rs. 1,000 for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates. Hostel facility is available on campus separately and is not mandatory for Ph.D. students.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Annual Tuition Fee	75,000 per year
VUPET Application Form Fee (Open)	1,200 (one-time)
VUPET Application Form Fee (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)	1,000 (one-time)
Thesis Submission Fee	25,000 (one-time, at thesis submission)
Total Fees (3 years, excluding thesis fee)	2,25,000
Total Fees (3 years, including thesis fee)	2,50,000

Hostel charges (optional, not mandatory): Rs. 1,25,000 to Rs. 1,45,000 per year depending on seat type; includes mess (breakfast and dinner) and a refundable deposit of Rs. 5,000.
Laundry charges are separate.
If admission is cancelled before 31 August 2026, a deduction will be made and the balance will be refunded.
No refund is applicable for cancellations after 31 August 2026.
Refunds (if applicable) are processed within 15 working days via RTGS/NEFT.
Fees are payable annually; no EMI option is explicitly mentioned for Ph.D. fees.

VU Ph.D. (Management) Admission 2026-27

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Management) programme at Vishwakarma University for AY 2026-27 are currently in progress. The VUPET entrance test was scheduled on 12 April 2026, and the final admission deadline for selected candidates is 30 May 2026. With 40 seats (11 Open, 29 Reserved for AY 2026-27), this is one of the most accessible Ph.D. programmes at VU. Candidates are advised to check supervisor availability and research interests before applying.

VU Ph.D. (Management) Admission Schedule

Event	Date
VUPET Application Form Opens	1 February 2026
Last Date for Form Submission	22 March 2026
VUPET Entrance Test	12 April 2026
Result of VUPET Paper II	21 April 2026
Interview Schedule Declared	27 April 2026
Result of Interview	15 May 2026
Final Deadline for Ph.D. Admission (Selected Candidates)	30 May 2026

UGC-NET Entrance Exam Dates

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

Note: UGC-NET qualified candidates (Category 1, 2, or 3) with a valid score may be exempted from the VUPET written test. However, form submission and interview are mandatory for all candidates including those with UGC-NET qualification.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must have completed an MBA or equivalent Master's degree in Management with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate (50% for SC/ST/OBC/Differently-Abled/EWS candidates).
Candidates who have completed M.Phil. with at least 55% marks in aggregate are also eligible.
Candidates qualifying their Master's degree in 2026 may also apply; they must submit their final result on or before 30 July 2026.

Admission Process:

Check eligibility and available research supervisors on the official VU website before applying.
Fill the VUPET application form online at vupet.edupluscampus.com and pay the application fee (Rs. 1,200 for Open; Rs. 1,000 for SC/ST/OBC/EWS).
Appear for VUPET Paper I (Research Methodology and Aptitude) - minimum 50% required to qualify for Paper II.
Appear for VUPET Paper II (Management subject-specific, subjective) - minimum 50% required to qualify for interview.
Candidates qualifying both papers appear for a personal interview at the university.
Selected candidates must complete admission formalities and pay fees by the final deadline (30 May 2026 for AY 2026-27).
UGC-NET qualified candidates with valid scores are exempted from the written test but must submit the form and appear for the interview.

VU Ph.D. (Management) Scholarships 2026-27

Vishwakarma University does not offer a broad institutional merit scholarship programme for Ph.D. students. Ph.D. scholars in Management may avail of government-funded fellowships and scholarships based on eligibility. The university facilitates student loan assistance through banking partners such as SBI, HDFC, and Oriental Bank of Commerce. Students from EWS, SC, ST, and OBC categories may be eligible for government scholarships and fee concessions under state and central government schemes.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Fellowship	Offered By	Amount	Eligibility
UGC-JRF (Junior Research Fellowship)	University Grants Commission (UGC)	Rs. 37,000/month (1st 2 years); Rs. 42,000/month (subsequent years)	Qualify UGC-NET with JRF; valid for Ph.D. enrolment
UGC Non-NET Fellowship	UGC / University	As per UGC norms	Ph.D. scholars not holding JRF but enrolled full-time
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	Government of Maharashtra / Central Govt.	Varies	SC/ST students; income-based
EWS Fee Concession	Vishwakarma University	Up to 50% fee reduction	EWS certificate holders
Central Sector Scholarship	Ministry of Education, Govt. of India	Rs. 10,000/year	Merit-based; income criteria apply
Education Loan	SBI, HDFC, Oriental Bank of Commerce	As per bank norms	All eligible students

UGC-JRF holders are exempted from the VUPET written test and receive a monthly fellowship directly from UGC.
Students must apply separately for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
EWS concession is subject to submission of a valid EWS certificate at the time of admission.
Scholarship deadlines vary; students are advised to check the National Scholarship Portal and UGC website for current deadlines.

VU Ph.D. (Management) FAQs

Ques. What are the research areas available under Ph.D. (Management) at Vishwakarma University?

Ans. The Department of Commerce and Management at VU has active research in Marketing and Consumer Behavior, Human Resource Management, Finance and Fintech, Operations and Supply Chain, Entrepreneurship and CSR, Digital Media and E-Commerce, Tourism Management, and Organizational Behavior. Ongoing Ph.D. research topics include yoga tourism, online learning resources, consumer buying behavior, digital media in higher education, mobile payment apps, and financial therapy. Candidates should check the specific research interests of available supervisors on the official VU website before applying.

Ques. Can candidates with an MBA in a specific specialization (e.g., Finance, HR, Marketing) apply for Ph.D. (Management) at VU?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with an MBA in any specialization (Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, etc.) with more than 55% marks are eligible to apply for Ph.D. (Management) at VU. The research topic should align with the research interests of the available supervisor.

Ques. How many seats are available for Ph.D. (Management) at VU, and what is the category-wise split?

Ans. For AY 2025-26, the total intake for Ph.D. (Management) was 40 seats - 11 Open category and 29 Reserved category. This is one of the largest Ph.D. intakes at VU. The seat matrix for AY 2026-27 should be checked on the official VUPET notification.

Ques. Does the Management department at VU have industry collaborations that benefit Ph.D. scholars?

Ans. Yes. The department has active industry collaborations with NTU Singapore (market research and energy audit projects), SAP (HR and analytics projects), Wilo (market potential studies), RiskPro Management Consulting, ISTD, CII-Young Indians, Quick Heal Technologies, and Auto Cluster Pune. Ph.D. scholars can leverage these connections for primary research, data collection, and industry-funded projects.

Ques. What is the significance of the U-Multirank recognition for the Management department at VU?

Ans. The U-Multirank World Rankings of Universities (2019-20) recognized VU's Commerce and Management Department among 1,759 institutions from 92 countries, with 15 participants from India. This recognition reflects the department's research output, teaching quality, and international orientation, making it a credible choice for doctoral research in management.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing Ph.D. (Management) from VU?

Ans. Ph.D. (Management) graduates can pursue careers as Assistant Professors or Researchers in business schools and management institutes, Management Consultants and Strategy Advisors, Research Analysts in think tanks and policy organizations, Senior Managers and Directors in corporate organizations, Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders, and Faculty at IIMs, IITs, and other premier management institutions.

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