- A candidate seeking admission to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) must have obtained a Post-graduate degree or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 on a 10-point scale or 60% in marks or four-year professional degree with a CGPA of 7.50 on a 10-point scale or 75% in marks or have qualified CA, ICWA / ACS. A relaxation of 5% in marks or 0.5 in CGPA may be allowed for SC/ST/Differently-Abled candidates.
- Part-time studies leading to a PhD degree are permitted for professionally employed candidates. Such a candidate must have a minimum five years of work experience. However, such candidates need to obtain “No-objection Certificate” from their parent organization in case of employment.
- The candidates admitted under Criteria (1) mentioned above will be admitted under PhD(Residential) program and those candidates admitted under Criteria (2) indicated above will be admitted under PhD (for Executives) program.
Selection Process
Candidates need to apply online for Ph.d admission. The online application form is available here: Ph.D 2026 Admissions Apply Now
Entrance Test: All candidates (unless exempted) must take LMTSM Ph.D. Entrance Test.
Shortlisting: Minimum 50% required in entrance + interview; 45% for SC/ST.
Final selection: Merit list based on total test and interview marks.
Program Fee
Ph.D (Residential)
| Particulars | Indian (₹) | NRI/Foreign (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee (One Time) | 15,000 | $450 |
| Tuition Fee/semester | 9,000 | $2,200 |
| Development Fee | - | - |
| Other Charges | - | - |
Ph.D (for Executives)
| Particulars | Indian (₹) | NRI/Foreign (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Fee 1x | 15,000 | $450 |
| Tuition Fee/semester | 50,000 | $2,200 |
| Development Fee | - | - |
| Other Charges | - | - |
Fee is paid every semester till thesis submission; maximum total payable ₹3,00,000. Subject to revision.
Ph.D. (Residential):
Monthly fellowship of Rs. 45,000* for 3 years which can be extended up to one year upon the approval of Director, LMTSM.
- The candidate must be in the top four positions in the final Merit list of selection for admission to the Ph.D. program.
- The scholar shall secure at least 8.00 CGPA throughout in the Ph.D. course work.
- The scholar shall have successfully defended their research proposal within the prescribed period as per the Ph.D. program regulations.
Candidates without UGC NET/CAT will receive a fellowship of ₹30,000 per month for 3 years (must clear LMTSM Entrance Test).
All recipients must undertake teaching/evaluation assignments per academic regulations.
Ph.D. (for Executives):
Self-financed; no fellowships/stipends.
Note: The decision of the University/School with respect to the offer of fellowship will be final and binding. The University/School reserves the right to modify the above criteria of fellowship.
Important Dates
Ph.D Admissions (Residential and Executive)
| Components | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply (Both Residential & Executive) | 11th June 2026 |
| Notification for the Admission Process | 16th June 2026 |
| Entrance Test (Executive Candidates) | 29th - 30th June 2026 (Online) |
| Entrance Test (Residential Candidates) |
1st July 2026 (Offline) Morning: 9:30 am to 11:30 am |
| Interview Process (Offline) |
Residential: 1st July 2026 from 11:30 am onwards Executive: 2nd July 2026 from 11:00 am onwards |
| Declaration of Results | 13th July 2026 |
| Commencement of Classes | Last week of July 2026 |
Please Note: Applications remain open throughout the year; however, there are only two admission intakes each year.
