Introduction :
Admissions to Ph.D. programs at Amity University campuses are conducted twice a year, for January and July sessions. A Ph.D. program is offered in two modes- Full time and Part time and not in a distance learning mode. Hence, coursework, participation in various interactions, submission of progress reports through presentations etc. on regular basis is mandatory during the program. A Full-time Ph.D. scholar shall mean a candidate devoting full time for completing the requirements of the program and a Part- time Ph.D. scholar shall mean a candidate who is devoting a part of his time towards the pursuit of the program while discharging his official / employment obligations.
Ph.D. Full time is of minimum 3 years for those joining Ph.D. after a master’s program and is of minimum 4 years for those joining Ph.D. directly after a minimum 4 year Bachelor’s program, wherever such an eligibility is allowed.
Ph.D. Part time is of minimum 3.5 years and there is no direct admission in the same based on bachelor’s program.
Maximum duration of PhD in case of all is 6 years.
Part time Candidates must ensure they have adequate facilities/ infrastructural set up at their work- place which is conducive to research. While Main guide will be provided at Amity, there will be a requirement to have an External Co-Guide at the organisation. External Co-Guide will however be appointed only after his/her profile is approved by the university authorities.
Amity encourages interdisciplinary research and exchange of ideas and knowledge in various related fields. Consequently, scholars may appoint a Co-Guide from outside Amity University, as per university rules. The main Guide for the scholar during the Ph.D. program will be from Amity University, appointed as per the research topic and Guide availability. Ph.D. Full time enthusiasts have the scope to work as research fellows in the various ongoing prestigious research projects in the university.