ICFAI University PhD admission for the session 2023-24 is closed. PhD at ICFAI University is a 3-6 years duration course divided into 6 semesters and admission is strictly based on the merit of the qualifying exam. The University accepts a valid SLET/ UGC NET/ GATE score. All the selected candidates are called for Interview rounds for final admission. 

The eligibility criteria for taking up the Ph. D course is that the candidates must have completed his/her Masters degree/ M. Phil/ profession qualification in the particular discipline with not less than 55% of marks. Candidates who wish to apply for the course can register through the official website. ICFAI University PhD application fees is INR 1000. Check ICFAI University Admission & Selection Criteria 

ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Key Points

  • The Ph.D course is for a minimum of 3-years and the duration can be extended for upto maximum 6-Years.
  • This is a full-time residential course. 
  • The PhD specializations provided by the University are Management, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Education, Physical Education, special education, Law, English, Library and Information Science
  • ICFAI charges around INR 2.17 Lakhs. Check ICFAI University Courses & Fees
  • The Ph. D course focuses on making the student a competent researcher, who can conduct independent research in his/ her preferred area.
  • The course also includes seminars, workshops, and presentations of research papers.

ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Important Dates 2023

Events Dates
Last Date for submission of application forms July 21, 2023
Research Apptitiude Test July 23, 2023
Date of Admission Aug 4-11, 2023
Registration  Aug 14, 2023

ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Eligibility Criteria

The candidates seeking admission to the Ph. D course must satisfy the following eligibility criteria:

  • Candidates must have a post-graduation degree in the relevant discipline with 55% of marks or CGPA

OR

  • Candidates must have a full-time M. Phil degree from any recognized university

OR

  • Candidates having professional qualifications like CFA/CA/ICWA/CS with 55% and above marks for management candidates.
  • Candidates with BE/ B. Tech with 75% marks or equivalent CGPA

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ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Admission Criteria

The candidates are selected for the Ph. D course based on a SLET/ UGC-NET/ GATE scores obtained by the candidates, followed by the Personal Interview

ICFAI University West Tripura PhD Application Process

The Aspirants of the Ph. D course can follow the below steps while filling the application form.

  • Visit the official website of the University.
  • Click on ‘Apply Online’ under the admission section and go through the Online Registration Guidelines.
  • Select the link for the application form.
  • Fill-in the application form with necessary details like Candidate’s Name, DOB, Father’s Name, etc. 
  • Next, make the application fee payment in accordance with their convenience through net banking, credit card, debit card.
  • Then click on the "Submit" tab.
  • Finally, take a print out of the application form for further references.

Document required

  • Post Graduation Marksheet
  • Scorecard UGC / CSIR /JRF/NET/GATE/ GPAT or any other similar examination
  • Research Aptitude Test Scorecard
  • Identity Proof
  • Income certificate
  •  Caste Certificate

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ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Course Details

  • ICFAI University offers Ph. D course with 12 specializations. 
  • The PhD course is of minimum 3-years and can be extended upto 6-years maximum. 
  • The PhD scholars are required to complete a 1 year ( 2 semesters ) course work program, in order to develop the way to Doctoral Thesis work.
  • On completing the course work, the students have to appear for an examination based on the coursework syllabus. In case the candidates fail to qualify for the examination after two attempts, his/ her enrollment will be canceled.
  • Total credits assigned to the PhD coursework is 17. 

ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: Syllabus

All PhD specializations follow the below format for the syllabus 

Semester Course
First Semester Research Methodology I
One paper related to the core area of discipline
Research & Publication Ethics
Second Semester Research Methodology II
Paper related to the area in which the candidate will work for Ph.D.
Literature review in the relevant field and seminar on the same
Preparation of Research paper
Thesis Writing, Pre-Submission Seminar and Submission

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ICFAI University West Tripura PhD: FAQs

Ques. Can the students of the Ph. D program in ICFAI University apply for the bank loan?

Ans. Yes, the Ph. D students can apply for bank loans. Several Public and Private banks offer educational loans to the students. They may approach the banks of their respective cities/ towns for availing the loan.

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Ques. Does ICFAI University provide any scholarships/ fellowships to PhD students?

Ans. Yes. A candidate registered for the full-time Ph. D program will be given INR 15,000 per month, from the day of commencement of the program for 4 years.

A professional development grant of INR 10000 per annum, for the period of four years from the date of commencement of the program. The contingency would be released based on the receipt of the registration for attending conferences, workshops, seminars, and that of the purchase of books and study materials to complement the research work.

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Ques. What is the basic selection criteria of a PhD course at ICFAI University?

Ans. The students seeking admission to PhD courses at ICFAI University are selected based on the score obtained in the Entrance examination Research Aptitude Test (RTA) and followed by a personal interview.

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Ques. What is the application fee for the PhD program at ICFAI University?

Ans. The application fee for the PhD candidates is INR 1000. The applicants must pay the application fee online through Net Banking/ Debit Card/ Credit Card.

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Ques. Can a final year Master student apply for the PhD course in ICFAI ?

Ans. Yes, the final year student can apply for the PhD course in ICFAI. They need to sit for the entrance exams of RAT conducted by the university, if they have not cleared CSIR/ NET/JRF/ GPAT/GATE.

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