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AIMS Institutes Bangalore Ph.D Commerce: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Total fees
INR 65,000
3 years, living not added
Average pay
INR 8 LPA
AIMS commerce placement page
Cutoff
55/100
UoM PhD entrance, General
Placement rate
75%
AIMS M.Com placement page
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research work
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe marks and test route you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to registration
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without living cost
07Will your score get you in?Entrance score ranges by category and route
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About AIMS Ph.D Commerce
AIMS Institutes offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D Commerce through the University of Mysore research centre. The course is on campus and can take up to six years if the thesis needs more time. AIMS is a recognised UoM research centre and has NAAC A grade. The full fee without living cost is INR 65,000. The full cost with living is INR 4.55 Lakhs. You apply through the UoM PhD entrance or use a valid NET or JRF route. The Commerce guide list shows 3 vacancies. The commerce placement page reports INR 8 LPA average pay and 75% placement for its M.Com batch.
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Fees
The total fees with living cost is INR 4.55 Lakhs and the fees without living cost is INR 65,000. The tuition fee is INR 60,000. You pay the tuition fee semester by semester across six semesters. The registration fee is paid once. Living cost is separate and depends on where you stay in Bangalore.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 60,000 | INR 10,000 a semester, 6 semesters |
| Registration fee | INR 5,000 | One time |
| Local living cost | INR 3.60 Lakhs | INR 10,000 a month, 36 months |
| Research travel and printing | INR 30,000 | One time, used across the course |
| Total, no living cost | INR 65,000 | Full course |
| Total with living cost | INR 4.55 Lakhs | Full course |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Admission Dates 2027
The entrance test is fixed for 19 Oct 2026 and classes start on 12 Jan 2027. The application window closed on 20 Sep 2026. Watch the result and interview rows next, because the guide consent step decides the seat.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application form, last date to apply | 1 Aug 2026 to 20 Sep 2026 | Over |
| UoM PhD entrance test | 19 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Entrance result and eligibility list | 10 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Interview and guide consent | 25 Nov 2026 | Confirmed |
| Provisional seat offer | 12 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| Admission fee payment, last date | 22 Dec 2026 | Confirmed |
| Reporting and document check | 5 Jan 2027 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 12 Jan 2027 | Confirmed |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Eligibility
General students need 55% in a master's degree and SC, ST, Cat-I or eligible in-service candidates need 50%. You also need the UoM PhD entrance score unless NET, JRF or an accepted M.Phil route applies. Check the guide vacancy before you apply.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Master's marks | 55% for General |
| Relaxed marks | 50% for SC, ST, Cat-I and eligible in-service candidates |
| Entrance score | 55 out of 100 for General, 50 out of 100 for SC and ST |
| Research guide | A recognised guide in Commerce must accept the topic |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Admission Process
The process starts with the application form and the UoM PhD entrance. You then check the result, meet the guide panel and pay the admission fee after the seat offer. If the guide consent is not ready, the seat can move to another student.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply | Fill the AIMS form and choose Commerce research |
| 2. Write the test | Take the UoM PhD entrance unless an exemption applies |
| 3. Meet the panel | Share your topic and get guide consent |
| 4. Register | Pay the admission fee and finish the document check |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Cutoff
The General entrance score is 55 out of 100 and the SC or ST score is 50 out of 100. These are eligibility scores, not a sure seat. A guide vacancy and the interview decide the final offer.
| Category | Closing score | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General | 55 out of 100 | UoM PhD entrance, 2026 |
| OBC-NCL | 55 out of 100 | UoM PhD entrance, 2026 |
| SC | 50 out of 100 | UoM PhD entrance, 2026 |
| ST | 50 out of 100 | UoM PhD entrance, 2026 |
| In-service eligible | 50 out of 100 | UoM PhD entrance, 2026 |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Placements
AIMS publishes INR 8 LPA average pay and 75% placement for the M.Com batch on its commerce page. PhD placement is not published. Treat the M.Com number as college context, because doctoral students often choose teaching, research or consulting work.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average pay | INR 8 LPA, commerce placement page |
| Placement rate | 75% |
| Highest package | INR 23 LPA |
| PhD placement | Not published |
| Recruiters | Deloitte, City Union Bank and other commerce recruiters |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Scholarships
The biggest waiver is INR 60,000, which can cover the full tuition fee. Other AIMS fee concessions cut the fee by INR 3,000 to INR 30,000 across the course. You must show the right mark sheet, category paper or income paper when you apply.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Smt. Nagarathnamma Scholarship | 90% or above in graduation | INR 60,000 tuition waiver |
| SC or ST concession | Karnataka SC or ST student | INR 30,000 over the course |
| Girl child or single mother concession | Eligible student under AIMS policy | INR 3,000 over the course |
| Alumni or sibling concession | AIMS alumni or AIMERS sibling | INR 6,000 over the course |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Ranking
AIMS has NAAC A grade and has worked since 1994. Its PhD centre is recognised by the University of Mysore. These show recognition, while the PhD Commerce page is better read through guides, vacancies and research support.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NAAC | 2024 | A grade |
| AIMS founding year | 1994 | College started |
| University of Mysore | 2026 | Recognised research centre |
AIMS Ph.D Commerce Course Structure
Coursework lasts 20 weeks and thesis submission comes after 30 months at the minimum. The table shows the main work stages. You attend research methods, review work, annual progress checks and publication work before thesis submission.
| Stage | What you study |
|---|---|
| Coursework | Research Methodology and review of literature |
| Seminars | Research presentations and guide meetings |
| Progress reports | Annual progress reports to the university |
| Thesis | Submission after 30 months at the minimum |
Should you pick Ph.D Commerce at AIMS Institutes?
This course suits students who already have a commerce topic and want a supervised research route.
Pick it if:
You want a research degree in commerce: AIMS is a UoM research centre with Commerce guides named on its PhD page.
You already have NET or JRF: the university route can exempt you from the entrance test when a guide accepts you.
Your budget is tight: the full fee is INR 65,000 before living cost, and scholarships can cut it further.
You want regular research contact: the course has monthly presentations and 20 weeks of coursework before thesis work.
Skip it if:
You need many open seats: the Commerce guide list shows 3 vacancies, so guide fit matters before you apply.
You want campus jobs after a doctorate: PhD placement is not published, so use INR 8 LPA commerce pay only as context.
You cannot travel to Peenya often: this is a full-time on-campus course, and document checks happen at the centre.
You have below 55% in your master's degree: the General rule blocks you unless a relaxed category applies.
Counsellor's advice
If you have a guide topic ready, apply and ask about vacancies first. If you need a job right away, keep working and wait.
Ph.D Commerce Eligibility▾
Master's marks: You need 55% or an equal grade in a master's degree.
Relaxed marks: SC, ST, Cat-I and eligible in-service candidates need 50% marks.
Entrance test: The UoM PhD entrance score is needed unless an exemption route applies.
Guide fit: A recognised Commerce guide must accept your topic before registration.
Ph.D Commerce Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the AIMS form and keep master's marksheets ready.
Write test: Take the UoM PhD entrance unless NET, JRF or M.Phil exemption applies.
Meet panel: Discuss the research topic and guide fit with the Commerce research team.
Accept offer: Pay the admission fee by the last date after the seat offer.
Report: Finish the document check and start coursework at the research centre.
Ph.D Commerce Admission Dates 2027
▾
These are the 2027 intake dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next intake.
The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
Over
1 Aug 2026 to 20 Sep 2026
Application form, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 20 Sep 2026.
Confirmed
19 Oct 2026
UoM PhD entrance test
Write the Commerce paper on this date.
Confirmed
10 Nov 2026
Entrance result and eligibility list
Check whether your score clears the category rule.
Confirmed
25 Nov 2026
Interview and guide consent round
Take your research topic and master's marksheets.
Confirmed
12 Dec 2026
Provisional seat offer
The offer depends on vacancy and guide consent.
Confirmed
22 Dec 2026
Admission fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 22 Dec 2026.
Confirmed
5 Jan 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring originals before coursework starts.
Confirmed
12 Jan 2027
Classes start
Coursework begins at the research centre.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Application form, last date to apply
Expected in the same month as this intake.
Tentative
Oct 2027
UoM PhD entrance test
Expected in the September or October test window.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Entrance result and eligibility list
Expected after the entrance test.
Tentative
Nov 2027
Interview and guide consent round
Expected after the score list.
Tentative
Dec 2027
Provisional seat offer
Expected after guide consent.
Tentative
Dec 2027
Admission fee payment
Expected after the seat offer.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Reporting and document check
Expected before coursework starts.
Tentative
Jan 2028
Classes start
Expected in the first month of the intake.
Source: AIMS PhD page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
AIMS Institutes Ph.D Commerce Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add living and research travel cost.
Tuition fee
Per semester × 6, INR 10,000 a semester
INR 60,000
Registration fee
One time, in year 1
INR 5,000
Add living + research travel
Local living cost
Per month × 36, INR 10,000 a month
INR 3.60 Lakhs
Research travel and printing
One time, used across the course
INR 30,000
Education loan EMI
INR 1,096
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
1231%
average first-year pay INR 8 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 7,672
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
176%
average first-year pay INR 8 LPA vs the full fee
Source: AIMS PhD page and fee table. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you a seat at AIMS Institutes?
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges are for Ph.D Commerce only.
Category
Route
General · Entrance test
55 and above: yes, you clear the test rule. Ask for guide consent next.
50 to 54: almost there. You need the next list or a relaxed rule.
Below 50: not this intake. Try again with a stronger proposal.
General · NET or JRF
90 and above: yes, your national test route is strong. Ask for guide consent next.
60 to 89: almost there. Get written acceptance from a recognised guide.
Below 60: not safe. Use the UoM entrance route if eligible.
OBC-NCL · Entrance test
55 and above: yes, you clear the test rule. Ask for guide consent next.
50 to 54: almost there. You need the next list or a relaxed rule.
Below 50: not this intake. Try again with a stronger proposal.
OBC-NCL · NET or JRF
90 and above: yes, your national test route is strong. Ask for guide consent next.
60 to 89: almost there. Get written acceptance from a recognised guide.
Below 60: not safe. Use the UoM entrance route if eligible.
SC · Entrance test
50 and above: yes, you clear the test rule. Ask for guide consent next.
45 to 49: almost there. You need the next list or a relaxed rule.
Below 45: not this intake. Try again with a stronger proposal.
SC · NET or JRF
90 and above: yes, your national test route is strong. Ask for guide consent next.
60 to 89: almost there. Get written acceptance from a recognised guide.
Below 60: not safe. Use the UoM entrance route if eligible.
ST · Entrance test
50 and above: yes, you clear the test rule. Ask for guide consent next.
45 to 49: almost there. You need the next list or a relaxed rule.
Below 45: not this intake. Try again with a stronger proposal.
ST · NET or JRF
90 and above: yes, your national test route is strong. Ask for guide consent next.
60 to 89: almost there. Get written acceptance from a recognised guide.
Below 60: not safe. Use the UoM entrance route if eligible.
In-service · Entrance test
50 and above: yes, you clear the test rule. Ask for guide consent next.
45 to 49: almost there. You need the next list or a relaxed rule.
Below 45: not this intake. Try again with a stronger proposal.
In-service · NET or JRF
90 and above: yes, your national test route is strong. Ask for guide consent next.
60 to 89: almost there. Get written acceptance from a recognised guide.
Below 60: not safe. Use the UoM entrance route if eligible.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The score only clears the test rule. A guide vacancy and topic fit still decide the final seat.
AIMS Institutes Ph.D Commerce Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the college.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
SC or ST fee concession
INR 25,000
AIMS Institutes admission policy
Cuts part of the fee when the category paper is accepted.
Who qualifies: Karnataka SC or ST studentApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 40,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid across the course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersSmt. Nagarathnamma Scholarship
INR 20,000
AIMS Institutes
AIMS grants a tuition waiver for high marks in graduation.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate and strong graduation marksApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersOBC fee concession
INR 10,000
AIMS Institutes admission policy
Cuts part of the fee when the category paper is accepted.
Who qualifies: OBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
AIMS Institutes Ph.D Commerce vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to AIMS Institutes. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.
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St. Joseph's College of Commerce
Bangalore
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Government Ramnarayan Chellaram College
Bangalore
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Presidency College
Bangalore
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Kristu Jayanti College
Bangalore
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Acharya Bangalore B-School
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Total fees3 years, no living cost
INR 65,000
tuition + registration
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 55,000 more
INR 80,000
INR 15,000 more
INR 1 Lakhs
INR 35,000 more
INR 1.50 Lakhs
INR 85,000 more
INR 90,000
INR 25,000 more
Average paylatest commerce figure
INR 8 LPA
AIMS commerce page
INR 8.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA more
INR 6 LPA
INR 2 LPA less
INR 7 LPA
INR 1 LPA less
INR 8.2 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA more
INR 7.5 LPA
INR 0.5 LPA less
Placement rateshare placed
75%
AIMS M.Com page
70%
5 points lower
78%
3 points higher
65%
10 points lower
82%
7 points higher
72%
3 points lower
Closing scorePhD entrance, General
55
out of 100
50
5 fewer
50
5 fewer
45
10 fewer
50
5 fewer
50
5 fewer
Seatspublished vacancies
3
Commerce guides
5
2 more
2
1 fewer
2
1 fewer
4
1 more
2
1 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
1231%
on INR 8 LPA
708%
523 points lower
750%
481 points lower
700%
531 points lower
547%
684 points lower
833%
398 points lower
In short
SJCC has more seats and a higher pay figure, but AIMS costs less. If fee is your main concern, keep AIMS first.
In short
RC College is cheaper than many peers but has fewer published vacancies. If AIMS gives guide consent first, take AIMS and finish registration.
In short
Presidency is easier on score but prints fewer vacancies here. If your topic fits the AIMS guide list, AIMS is the cleaner pick.
In short
Kristu Jayanti shows stronger placement context, but AIMS costs less and has a recognised UoM research centre. If pay context matters most, compare guide fit carefully.
In short
ABBS is close on fee but has fewer published vacancies in this table. If AIMS has a guide for your topic, keep AIMS above it.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on AIMS Institutes Ph.D Commerce
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D Commerce at AIMS Institutes worth the fee?▾
Yes, if you already have a research topic and can use the UoM guide route. The course fee is INR 65,000 before living cost, which is low for a full-time doctorate. Check guide vacancy first, because the Commerce list shows 3 seats and topic fit matters more than the fee.
Should I take this course if my entrance score is near the cutoff?▾
Yes, but only if your guide fit is strong. The General score rule is 55 out of 100, and relaxed groups use 50 out of 100. A score near the rule clears only one step. Use the checker above, then speak to the research centre about guide consent.
What job can I get after this PhD?▾
A PhD mainly helps with teaching, research and consulting work. AIMS publishes INR 8 LPA average pay and 75% placement for its M.Com batch, but PhD placement is not published. Use that pay number only as college context, and ask the guide about academic work in your topic area.
Who should pick this Ph.D Commerce course?▾
Pick it if you have a clear commerce topic and want a full-time research centre in Bangalore. AIMS has Commerce guides listed under the UoM research centre. The course also has 20 weeks of coursework before thesis work, so it suits students who want a structured start.
Who should skip this Ph.D Commerce course?▾
Skip it if you need many seat options or quick campus placement data. The Commerce guide list shows 3 vacancies, and PhD placement is not published. If you need a job soon, keep working, prepare a stronger proposal and apply when your topic matches a guide.
Is the AIMS PhD better for teaching or corporate work?▾
It is better for teaching and research first. The course asks for coursework, annual progress reports, publications and a thesis after 30 months at the minimum. Corporate work is possible, but the page does not publish PhD salary data. Ask the guide how your topic links to industry work.
Should I wait one year for a better research topic?▾
Wait if your topic is still broad or no guide matches it. The fee is INR 65,000, but the real cost is your time. A weak topic can slow the thesis. If a Commerce guide accepts your proposal now, apply and finish the test route.
Is Bangalore useful for this commerce PhD?▾
Yes, if your topic needs company data, finance offices or business contacts. AIMS is in Peenya, Bangalore, and the college has recruiters across commerce and management fields. Use the city for data collection, interviews and seminars, but check travel time before you join.
How do I get admission to Ph.D Commerce at AIMS?▾
Apply through AIMS and follow the University of Mysore PhD route. You write the entrance test unless NET, JRF or an accepted M.Phil route exempts you. After the result, you meet the research panel, get guide consent, pay the admission fee and finish document check.
What is the full fee for AIMS Ph.D Commerce?▾
The full course fee without living cost is INR 65,000. If you add estimated living and research travel cost, the page total becomes INR 4.55 Lakhs. The fee block above shows both totals and the EMI for each state, so check that before you pay.
Can scholarships cut the PhD fee?▾
Yes, if you match the AIMS policy or a central scheme. The largest waiver shown here is INR 60,000, and the SC or ST concession can cut INR 25,000. Use the scholarship calculator above, then confirm the papers and renewal rule with the admission office.
Can I do this course without the entrance test?▾
Yes, only if the university accepts your exemption route. NET, JRF or an accepted M.Phil route can help, but guide consent is still needed. If you are not sure, choose the entrance test route and prepare for the 100-mark paper.
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