PhD Program

Programme Offered

Management

Management

a) PhD in Management Studies

b) PhD in Marketing

c) PhD in Finance

d) PhD in Human Resource Management

e) PhD in Operations Management

f) PhD in Strategic Management

g) PhD in International Business

h) PhD in Entrepreneurship

i) PhD in Supply Chain Management

Commerce

Commerce

(a) PhD in Commerce

(b) PhD in Accounting

(c) PhD in Finance and Control

(d) PhD in Banking and Insurance

(e) PhD in Business Economics

(f) PhD in Corporate Governance

(g) PhD in Taxation

Computer Engineering (for MTech/BTech with 8 CGPA)

Computer Engineering (For M Tech/ BTech with 8 CGPA)

(a) PhD in Electronics and Communication Engineering

(b) PhD in Computer Science and Engineering (For MTech)

(c) PhD in Robotics and Automation

(d) PhD in Information Technology

(e) PhD in Software Engineering

(f) PhD in Cyber Security

(g) PhD in Data Science

(h) PhD in Artificial Intelligence

(i) PhD in Machine Learning

(j) PhD in Cloud Computing

(k) PhD in Network Security

(l) PhD in Information Systems

Computer Applications (For MCA Students / BCA 4 Years with 8 CGPA)

Computer Applications (For MCA Students / BCA 4 Years with 8 CGPA)

(a) PhD in Computer Applications

Basic Sciences

Basic Sciences

(a) PhD (Mathematics)

(b) PhD (Physics)

(c) PhD (Statistics)

Journalism & New Media Studies

(a) PhD in Media and Communication Studies

(b) PhD in Print Journalism

(c) PhD in Digital Media & Marketing

(d) PhD in Public Relations

(e) PhD in Advertisement

(f) PhD in Journalism and Mass Communication

(g) PhD in Radio Production

Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

(a) PhD in English Literature

(c) PhD in Sociology

(d) PhD in Psychology

(e) PhD in Political Science

(f) PhD in Philosophy

(g) PhD in Economics

(i) PhD in Geography

(j) PhD in Linguistics

(k) PhD in Cultural Studies

(l) PhD (Governance, Public Policy & Law)

(m) PhD (International Relations)

(n) PhD (Public Policy & Governance)

Film & Drama

Film & Drama

(a) PhD in Film Studies

(b) PhD in Theatre and Performing Art

(c) PhD in Cinematography

(d) PhD in Screenwriting & Story Boarding

(e) PhD in Film Direction

(f) PhD in Film Production

(g) PhD in Film Visual Communication

Television

Television

(a) PhD in Television Studies

(b) PhD in Broadcast Media

(c) PhD in Television Production

(d) PhD in Media Management

PhD in Media Marketing

(e) PhD in Media Marketing

Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

Natural Resources & Environmental Sciences

Agriculture

(a) PhD in Agronomy

(b) PhD in Horticulture

(c) PhD in Agricultural Economics

(d) PhD in Plant Pathology

(e) PhD in Soil Science

(f) PhD in Agricultural Extension

(g) PhD in Crop Science

Forestry & Environmental Sciences

Forestry & Environmental Sciences

(a) PhD in Forestry

(b) PhD in Forest Ecology and Management

(c) PhD in Wildlife Conservation

(d) PhD in Environmental Science

(e) PhD in Silviculture

LAW

LAW

(a) PhD in LAW

Pharma

Pharma

(a) PhD in Pharma

USPs of the Program

Admission Procedure

Application and Sessions

• Applications for Ph.D. programs at DBS Global University are accepted twice a year: January and July sessions.
• Admission is available for both Full-time and Part-time Ph.D. programs.

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online only, along with required documents and an online payment of Rs 750/- via Credit/Debit card.
• A single form applies to one program only and is valid for one session.
• Transfers from other campuses are permitted once the application is submitted to DBS Global University and after the confirmation of seat availability, NoC is obtained from the parent university (from where the transfer is sought).

Step	Action
1	Submit online application form with required documents and payment
2	Check application status on the Admission Microsite at NPF/ERP.
3	Download Schedule and Admit Card for the selection process
4	Appear for the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) and Interview
5	Check selection status on the Admission Microsite
6	Print the admission letter and confirm fee payment

Selection Process

The selection process consists of the Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) and an Interview, following UGC Ph.D. guidelines.

• PET-exempt candidates (based on criteria in the eligibility section) will only attend the Interview.

Particular	Component	Questions	Marks
Section 1 – General	General Knowledge & Research Awareness, English Language, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Analysis, Data Analysis and Interpretation	50 Questions	50 Marks
Section 2 – Subject Specific	Questions from the specific Ph.D. program subject and related fields	50 Questions	50 Marks
Interview by FRC	Only for PET Qualified and PET Exempted candidates	-	30 Marks

• The PET is a 90-minute test with 100 multiple-choice questions, divided into two sections:
• Section 1: General aptitude in research
• Section 2: Subject-specific knowledge

Additional Information

• Candidates will be informed about requirements related to their application, selection process dates, times, and venues via the Admission Microsite at www.dgu.ac or through the whatsapp.
• It is the candidate’s responsibility to regularly check the admission microsite for updates and to select a date for the PET. A separate communication via email will be sent in this regard.
• Candidates applying for multiple Ph.D. programs must ensure they appear for the selection process of each program on different dates.

Admission Confirmation

• Selected candidates will be notified via the Admission Microsite.
• An online admission letter will be available for printing within stipulated time of selection, detailing fee payment instructions, and commencement details.
• The admission offer is provisional, valid only for the specific program and academic session applied for, and will be cancelled if conditions are not fulfilled within the specified time.

Note

• Working applicants must submit an NOC at the time of registration and orientation, within a month of selection.

Application Form

Ph.D. Online Application Form

Instructions for Submission of Online Application Form

1. Choose Your Program and Campus: At the start, carefully select your Ph.D. program.
2. Eligibility: As per UGC Norms (UGC Net preferred)

Master’s Degree in relevant field from any accredited Indian or Foreign University with a minimum of 55% marks or grade point average.

OR

Four years Bachelor's degree with minimum 75% / 8 CGPA is eligible to directly apply for Ph.D programs.

Documents Required During Ph.D. Form Filling

• Photograph: Scanned passport size photograph (jpg, gif, png, jpeg, bmp), dimensions 3.5 x 4.5 cm.
• Class X Mark Sheet: Scanned copy (jpg, gif, png, jpeg, bmp).
• Post-Graduation Mark Sheet: Scanned copy of the marks sheet till the final semester/year (jpg, gif, png, jpeg, bmp).

Preliminary Research Idea: A document not exceeding 1000 words, to be uploaded during application.

Guidelines for writing a Preliminary Research Idea

• Purpose of study and factors prompting to undertake the research work.
• Broad outline about the research work that you have planned in the area of specialization selected by you.
• While writing the outline please make sure to include some indication about the methodology that you wish to employ.

Employment Verification Certificate: Applicable for those applying for a Part-time Ph.D. program

• Valid Email ID: Ensure you have a valid personal email ID.

Important Information

• Online Application Only: Applications must be submitted online. Hard copies will not be accepted.
• Registration Requirement: Your application form will not be registered until all required documents are submitted. Final semester/year post-graduate students may apply, and a PET will be conducted, for such candidates with the undertaking of fulfilment of all requisite qualification.
• No Guarantee of Admission: Submission of the application form does not guarantee a selection procedure date or admission. Forms may be rejected for document deficiencies, not following procedures, or other valid reasons.
• Application Form Number and Password: Upon submission, an Application Form Number and Password will be generated, which you will need for future reference. An email will be sent to the registered email ID.
• Keep a Copy: It is advisable to keep a printed copy of the online application form.

Using Your Application Form Number and Password

Log on to your Admission Microsite by using your form number and password to:

• Check if your form has been received
• Check the status of your form
• Select the date for the selection procedure and download the Admit Card
• Check your selection status
• Print the admission letter if selected
• Confirm fee payment after making the payment

Important points

Date of Registration

• The registration date for Ph.D. candidates will correspond to the actual registration date for the respective July and January batches.

Residency Period

• Full-Time Candidates: The minimum residency period in the Department/Constituent unit is typically three years.
• Part-Time Candidates: There is no residency period, but attendance in Ph.D. coursework and other academic activities is mandatory as scheduled.

Attendance Requirement

• Full Attendance: Ph.D. scholars (both Full-Time and Part-Time) are expected to maintain full attendance (100%) in each course.
• Minimum Attendance: A minimum of 75% attendance in each course is required to be eligible for end-semester examinations.
• Promotion Requirement: Full-Time Ph.D. scholars must achieve at least 75% attendance out of the total working days each semester to avoid an "Unsatisfactory" Semester Progress Report.

Course Work

• Compulsory Coursework: All Ph.D. candidates must complete the assigned coursework and pass a written examination.
• Duration: The coursework period is typically a minimum of six months.
• Grading: To earn credits for a course unit, a candidate must achieve at least a Grade B+ (7 points on a 10-point scale). Failure to achieve this grade will result in a second opportunity to improve, failing which the candidate's registration may be cancelled.
• Time Frame: Coursework must be completed within one semester, not exceeding one academic year from provisional registration.

Tentative Class Timings During Coursework Period

• Ph.D. Full-Time: All working days, 9:15 am - 6:10 pm.
• Ph.D. Part-Time: Saturdays and Sundays, 9:15 am - 6:10 pm.

Comprehensive Examination

• Requirement: Upon completion of coursework, candidates must pass a comprehensive examination testing their knowledge in their research field and their academic preparation.
• Format: The examination includes both written and oral components and is conducted by the concerned institution. A minimum Grade B+ (7 points on a 10-point scale) is required to pass.

Minimum and Maximum Degree Duration

Category	Minimum Time Period	Maximum Time Period
Full-Time Scholars	3 years	6 years
Part-Time Scholars	4 years*	6 years

*Note: The minimum period for Part-Time scholars is Four years.

Fee Structure for Ph.D programs

The Prescribed Fees* for an Indian National candidate is as under :

One time Payment

1. Registration Fee		Rs 10,000/-
2. Course Work examination fee		Rs 10,000/-
3. Thesis Evaluation fee		Rs 10,000/-
Academic Fee (Semester wise)		Rs. 50,000/- per semester for full time Rs. 50,000/- per semester for part time Rs 75,000/- per semester for Sponsored category

Note:

• Fees are payable on a semester basis, with two semesters per year. Scholars must pay the fee for the minimum period (3 years for Full-Time Ph.D. and 4 years for Part-Time Ph.D.) and for any additional period until thesis submission, with a maximum duration of 6 years.
• Scholarship/Financial Aid/Fee concession is available for selected scholars, including DBSGU academic/non-academic staff, JRF/SRF/RA employed at the University, national-level fellowship holders, if applicable, as per current policies.
• Fees are subject to revision as decided by the University from time to time.

Eligibility Criteria for Admission

Candidates seeking admission to the Ph.D. Program, whether full-time or part-time, must meet the following eligibility criteria:

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s Degree: A Master’s degree from a recognized Indian or foreign university/institute in the relevant field with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA.
2. Bachelor’s Degree: A four-year Bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian or foreign university/institute in the relevant field with a minimum of 75% marks or an equivalent CGPA.
3. Pre-1986 Bachelor’s Degree: Applicants who completed their first-year degree course (undergraduate course) by June 4, 1986, regardless of the duration, will be considered equivalent to those who completed a three-year first-degree course. Applicants with a two-year first degree who enrolled after June 4, 1986, must undergo a one-year bridge course, as per UGC notification dated August 17, 2015.
4. Professional Qualifications: Applicants with Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualifications from 'The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India' (ICAI), Cost and Works Accountancy from ICWAI, or Company Secretary qualifications from ICSI with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade are eligible for admission to Ph.D. Programs in the relevant field.
5. Foreign/NRI Applicants: Foreign/NRI applicants or those with a Master’s degree from a foreign university must provide an equivalence certificate from AIU along with their online application form.

Note: {A relaxation of 5% in marks, from 55% to 50%, or a corresponding relaxation in grade, may be granted to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently abled and other eligible categories, as per prevailing UGC Regulations; or to those who obtained their Master's degree prior to September 19, 1991}

Exemption from PhD Entrance Test/Written Test

Candidates who have cleared an All India National Level Competitive Examination in the relevant field, such as NET of UGC/CSIR/ICAR (ASRB), ICAR-AICE-JRF/SRF (PhD), GPAT, ICMR, GATE, or DST-INSPIRE within the last 2 years* of the PhD session (January or July) they are applying for at DBS Global University, will be exempted from the written test of the Ph.D. Selection Process. These candidates must appear for the interview round only.

To be considered for exemption, candidates must submit a scanned copy of the issued certificate (not the scorecard) along with the application form or via email no later than two days before the PET date. Exempted candidates will receive a message of exemption on their admission microsite/admit card before the PET. Candidates who do not receive such a message must appear for the PET (Ph.D. Entrance Test).

Guidelines for Research Assistants (RAs) at DBS Global University

Fellowship and Appointment Details

Candidates who successfully complete their Ph.D. coursework with a minimum CGPA of 7.5 will be considered for appointment as Teaching Associates or Research Associates. These positions will involve a balanced engagement in teaching, research, and limited administrative responsibilities, contributing to the academic ecosystem of the university.

Selected candidates will receive a fellowship of INR 40, 000 per month.

Introduction:

This document outlines the guidelines for the appointment and role of Research Assistants (RAs) at DBS Global University. The RAs will contribute to teaching and research projects while enhancing their academic growth under the mentorship of faculty members. The guidelines align with UGC norms and the standards followed by other premier institutions in India.

1. Eligibility Criteria:

1. Educational Qualification : The candidate should hold a minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade.
2. Research Aptitude: The candidate must have demonstrated interest in academic research through prior work, publications, or dissertations.
3. Application Process: The candidate must submit a completed application form, along with self-attested copies of educational credentials, and a statement of purpose (SOP) outlining their research interests.

2. Terms and Conditions:

1. Fellowship:

Selected Research Assistants will receive a fellowship as follows:

• INR 40, 000 per month in the second year

This amounts to an average of INR 40, 000 per month over the three-year Research Assistantship period. The fellowship is subject to satisfactory research progress and academic engagement of at least 12 hours per week.

1. Duration:

The appointment will be for the position of Research Assistant and subject to review after every year based on research progress and performance.

1. Review of Progress:

Research performance will be reviewed biannually, with reports from the supervisor and academic evaluation. Continuation of the fellowship will depend on meeting the timeline of research deliverables and satisfactory completion of assigned tasks.

1. Coursework Completion:

Research Assistants must complete any assigned coursework and maintain academic performance, achieving a minimum score of 6.5 on a 10-point scale.

1. Publication Requirements:

RAs are required to publish at least two research papers in SCI/Scopus/Web of Science/UGC Care/ABDC indexed journals within the contract period, particularly in the first two years after completion of coursework.

1. Research Domain and Topics: The Research Assistants will conduct research (PhD) on topics provided and approved by the Centre of Excellence (DGU) in their respective domains.

3. Working Hours, Attendance and Leaves:

a) Working Hours - University offers flexible working expecting a minimum of 40 hrs spread over 6 days a week as per the University policy.

1. Attendance: RAs must mark their attendance in the university's biometric system as per the norms set for fulltime scholars. Attendance will be closely monitored, and absences without prior approval from the supervisor may lead to the discontinuation of the fellowship.
2. Leaves:

Only Casual Leaves and Academic Leaves will be applicable to Research Assistants. For more details refer to University’s Leave Policy. All leaves need to be pre- sanctioned by the Supervisor and Dean Research. All holidays defined in the university’s holiday calendar can be availed in addition to leaves stated above. Any off-campus engagements related to research will require prior approval, and a formal leave of absence will be granted based on the supervisor's recommendation.

1. General Responsibilities of RAs:
2. Assisting faculty members in their research projects, including data collection, analysis, and report writing.
3. Actively participating in workshops, seminars, and academic conferences organized by the university.
4. Contributing to the research community by engaging in discussions, sharing knowledge, and collaborating with other researchers and departments.
5. Evaluation and Feedback:
6. Supervisors will provide biannual feedback on the Research Assistant's work, which will be used to determine the continuation or renewal of the appointment.
7. A formal assessment will be conducted at the end of the term to evaluate the RA’s contribution to research and their progress in academic development.
8. Discontinuation and Termination:

The fellowship may be terminated if:

1. The Research Assistant fails to achieve the minimum academic engagement of 6.5/10.
2. The RA does not meet the publication requirements within the stipulated period.
3. The RA fails to adhere to attendance requirements.
4. Any form of misconduct, violation of university regulations, or unethical research practices are reported.
5. Withdrawal or Resignation Clause:

In the event that a Research Assistant (RA) seeks to withdraw from the PhD program or resign from the Research Assistantship, the following conditions will apply to protect the interests of DBS Global University:

1. Prior Notice: The RA must submit a formal written request for withdrawal or resignation at least two months in advance, along with a detailed explanation of the reasons for the decision.
2. Approval Process:

The request will be subject to approval by the Dean Research and the respective research supervisor. The university reserves the right to deny or defer the resignation if the candidate’s ongoing research, funded projects, or academic responsibilities are critical.

1. Financial Liability:

a) The RA will be required to refund any fellowship amounts disbursed during the preceding two months if their resignation is deemed detrimental to ongoing research projects. b) Additionally, any costs incurred for academic training, conference participation, or other resources provided to the RA may be recovered as determined by the university.

1. Unfinished Research Work: The RA must provide a comprehensive progress report and submit any data, drafts, or research materials developed during their tenure at the university.
2. Exceptional Circumstances: In cases involving severe medical conditions or other unforeseen emergencies, the above conditions may be reviewed and waived at the discretion of the university's competent authority.

Conclusion:

These guidelines are subject to periodic review and amendment by the university to ensure alignment with UGC norms and the evolving needs of research at DBS Global University. All Research Assistants are expected to uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and contribute meaningfully to the university’s research output.

Career opportunities

University Professor/Researcher

Research Scientist

Postdoctoral Researcher

Industry Research and Development

Government Research Positions

Policy Analyst/Adviser

Data Scientist/Analyst

Non-profit Sector (Research, Program Management)

Curator or Archivist

Editorial Positions (Editor for Journals, Books)