Apex University Jaipur Ph.D. Commerce & Manegement: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, the Ph.D. (Commerce and Management) Part Time programme at Apex University is specifically designed for working professionals including corporate executives, business managers, finance professionals, and academicians. You are required to submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer at the time of admission. The university accommodates the schedule of part-time scholars by allowing flexibility in coursework attendance. This makes it an ideal option for professionals who want to earn a doctoral degree without disrupting their career trajectory.

Ans. Both Commerce and Management are offered under the same Faculty of Commerce & Management at Apex University. Ph.D. in Commerce typically focuses on research areas such as financial accounting, taxation, auditing, financial markets, corporate governance, and economic policy. Ph.D. in Management focuses on areas such as strategic management, human resource management, marketing, operations management, organisational behaviour, and entrepreneurship. The fee structure and admission process are identical for both. Candidates should choose the subject that aligns with their academic background and research interests.

Ans. The total fee for the Ph.D. (Commerce and Management) Part Time programme at Apex University is Rs. 5,22,000, which includes a one-time application fee of Rs. 2,000, a course registration fee of Rs. 10,000, academic fees of Rs. 62,500 per semester for 8 semesters (totalling Rs. 5,00,000), and a thesis submission fee of Rs. 10,000 at the end of the programme. Academic fees are paid semester-wise, i.e., twice a year. The university also offers an Apex Easy Pay facility allowing payment in 2 equal instalments per semester. No refund of Ph.D. fees is entertained under any circumstances.

Ans. Apex University typically offers two Ph.D. admission cycles per year - one in June (for the July batch) and one in December (for the January batch). For the December 2025 cycle, the seat intake under Commerce & Management was: Commerce (4 seats) and Management (2 seats), totalling 6 seats. The June 2025 cycle had: Commerce (2 seats). Seat availability is limited, and candidates are advised to apply early. Both cycles follow the same admission process: online application, AUCET written test (or exemption), personal interview, and result declaration.

Ans. The Ph.D. in Commerce and Management at Apex University covers a wide range of research areas. In Commerce: financial accounting, taxation, auditing, corporate governance, financial markets, banking, insurance, and economic policy. In Management: strategic management, human resource management, marketing management, operations management, supply chain management, entrepreneurship, organisational behaviour, digital marketing, and business analytics. The programme encourages interdisciplinary research and research that addresses real-world business challenges. Students are guided by experienced faculty mentors to identify a specific research area and develop an original thesis.

Ans. No, UGC-NET is not mandatory for part-time Ph.D. candidates at Apex University. Candidates who do not hold UGC-NET/JRF qualification can appear for the university's own entrance test, AUCET (Apex University Common Entrance Test), followed by a personal interview. However, if you hold UGC-NET (with or without JRF), SLET, or have completed M.Phil., you are exempt from the written test and are directly called for the personal interview. Qualifying UGC-NET with JRF also makes you eligible for the UGC Junior Research Fellowship, which provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 (rising to Rs. 42,000 from the 3rd year). Candidates with CA/ICWA/CS qualifications are also eligible for admission.