Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Economics is a research doctorate in economics, involving original research supervised by a faculty guide and submitted as a thesis.
| Parameter | Details |
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| Duration | 3 years or more, as per UGC minimum norms |
| Eligibility | Master's degree in Economics or a closely related field, with the minimum marks prescribed by the admitting university |
| Entrance Route | The university's own Research Entrance Test (RET), followed by an interview; UGC-NET/JRF can support eligibility and fellowship at many universities |
What the programme involves
- Coursework in research methodology, usually in the first year
- An original research study in economics, supervised by a faculty guide
- Publication and a viva voce examination before the degree is awarded
Career direction
A Ph.D. in Economics is generally the entry qualification for a full-time faculty position at a university, and is also pursued by those working in economic research institutes, policy think tanks and international organisations.