| Updated On - Nov 6, 2026
IIM Udaipur has released the Executive PhD 2027 admission schedule. Cycle 1 applications open on November 11, 2026 at phd.iimu.ac.in and close on February 22, 2027. Candidates need a minimum 10 years of full-time work experience.
The Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIM Udaipur) has issued its Executive PhD 2027 admission schedule. Cycle 1 applications open on phd.iimu.ac.in from November 11, 2026. The deadline to submit the application is February 22, 2027.
The Executive PhD (EPhD) is a three-year cohort-based doctoral programme. It is designed for working professionals with deep industry experience. Candidates must have at least 10 years of full-time work experience.
IIM Udaipur EPhD 2027 Important Dates
Cycle 1 runs from November 2026 to March 2027. The complete schedule released by the institute is listed below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | November 11, 2026 |
| Application deadline | February 22, 2027 |
| IIMU Test | February 27 and 28, 2027 |
| Offer announcement | March 11, 2027 |
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Work experience is the primary filter for the programme. The academic criteria offer multiple qualifying routes for professionals.
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Work experience | Minimum 10 years full-time as of July 23, 2027 |
| Master's degree route | 55 percent marks (50 percent for reserved categories) |
| Five-year integrated master's | 55 percent aggregate marks |
| Professional qualification | CA, CMA, or CS with bachelor's at 50 percent |
| Bachelor's degree route | 65 percent aggregate (60 percent for reserved categories) |
Degrees must come from Indian universities recognised under the UGC Act, 1956. AICTE-approved institutions are also accepted by IIM Udaipur.
IIM Udaipur EPhD 2027 Selection Process
The selection flow has four stages after application submission. Shortlisting considers academic record and professional profile.
- Profile and document screening by the admissions committee.
- IIMU Test of 60 minutes with 30 multiple-choice questions.
- Personal interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Final offer announcement on March 11, 2027.
The IIMU Test contains 15 verbal and 15 quantitative questions. Candidates with a valid GMAT or GRE within five years are exempt. A CAT score from 2022 onwards also qualifies for exemption.
Areas of Specialisation Offered
Admitted scholars pick one of four research areas after joining. The choice is made post-admission based on faculty availability.
- Finance and Accounting
- Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management
- Operations Management
- Marketing
IIM Udaipur EPhD 2027 Application and Commitment Fee
The application fee is Rs 3,000 and is non-refundable. A commitment fee of Rs 1,00,000 applies on offer acceptance. This commitment fee is also non-refundable once paid.
How to Apply for the IIM Udaipur EPhD 2027?
Candidates must register on the official admissions portal. The entire application is completed online in one session.
- Visit phd.iimu.ac.in and open the EPhD admissions page.
- Click on the Cycle 1 application link once live.
- Fill personal, academic, and professional details on the form.
- Upload scanned copies of all required supporting documents.
- Pay the Rs 3,000 application fee through the online gateway.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation receipt.
The EPhD features a nine-day immersion at Fox School of Business in Philadelphia. This exposure is built into the second year of the programme. Few Indian institutes offer such a structured overseas research component.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Verify work experience and academic eligibility against the 2027 criteria.
- Keep scanned degree certificates, mark sheets, and ID proof ready.
- Prepare a statement of purpose and research interest note.
- Arrange the Rs 3,000 application fee for online payment.
- Decide on the preferred area of specialisation in advance.
- Submit the completed application well before February 22, 2027.
Watch for the IIMU Test admit card release before February 27 and 28, 2027. The personal interview shortlist is expected shortly after.
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