Sikkim Manipal University offers PhD programs in various disciplines.

The SMU PhD program is modeled on the pattern of PhD programs followed in IITs.

PhD Eligibility

Master’s degree of this University or its equivalent with a minimum of 55% marks.

In exceptional cases, a candidate with B.Tech./B.E./ B.Arch./MBBS degree having high first class with experience in relevant field may be considered for registration on the special recommendation of the University Research Committee.
Such candidates will be required to complete higher number of credits (24 to 36 credits) as course work compared to 8 to 12 credits for those with postgraduate qualifications.

Should be recommended by the University Research Committee as well as Dept/Institute Research Protocol Evaluation Committee (RPEC) based on presentation of Research Protocol.

All candidates except those who have passed UGC/CSIR(JRF)/ GATE/SLET/NET Examination score card / M.Phil qualified will appear for the PhD Entrance Examination conducted by the University.
Registration will be confirmed only for those candidates who pass the exam with min 50% marks and those who have passed UGC/CSIR (JRF)/GATE/SLET/NET examination score card/ M.Phil qualified.

PhD Fee Structure -

Schedule of Fee

Sl no Category Registration Fee Annual Fee
1 SMU Employees 5,000/- 15,000/-
2 Other / General Category 10,000/- 20,000/-
3 NRI/Foreign USD 500/- USD1,000/-

Registration fee is onetime (non refundable) payable at the time of registration.

In addition to the above fees, the amount of Rs.10, 000/- as the examination Fee must be remitted at the time of thesis submission.

Contact-

Sikkim Manipal University
1A, 2nd Floor, Shravan Plaza, Sapru Marg, Sapru Marg, Opposite S S P Office, Hazratganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226001