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GGSIPU Ph.D Education: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Kakrola, New DelhiState UniversityEstd 1998NAAC Grade A++
Total fees
INR 1.42 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
Research pay
INR 6 LPA
early teaching or project roles
PET score
60
safe score for interview call
Progress rate
70%
coursework and review milestone
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 degree and marks you need before you apply
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to reporting
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel
07Will your score get you in?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 GGSIPU Ph.D. Education
GGSIPU offers a three-year, full time Ph.D. Education through the University School of Education. The programme is based on research work, coursework and supervisor guidance on the Dwarka campus. The university has NAAC A++ with CGPA 3.56 and stands #56 in QS Southern Asia ranking 2026. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.42 Lakhs, paid across three years, and INR 4.12 Lakhs with hostel and mess. You enter through GGSIPU PET code 341, unless you are exempt through NET or JRF. The Education slots are declared by the school before PET. Early teaching and project roles can pay about INR 6 LPA, and 70% progress is a useful coursework and review milestone.
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Fees
The full course costs INR 1.42 Lakhs without hostel and INR 4.12 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 75,000. You pay yearly university charges with tuition. The alumni fund and examination fee are paid once. The security deposit is refundable, so it is not counted in the total.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | INR 75,000 | INR 25,000 a year, 3 years |
| University charges | INR 60,000 | INR 20,000 a year, 3 years |
| Innovation and incubation fee | INR 1,500 | INR 500 a year, 3 years |
| Alumni contribution fund | INR 2,000 | One time, non refundable |
| Examination fee | INR 3,000 | One time |
| Security deposit | INR 10,000 | One time, refundable |
| Hostel and mess | INR 2.70 Lakhs | INR 90,000 a year, 3 years |
| Total, no hostel | INR 1.42 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with hostel | INR 4.12 Lakhs | Full course |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Admission Dates
Interview schedule notification is on 24 Sep 2026 and interviews are set for 30 Sep 2026. PET and exemption checks are over. Keep your research note, category paper and fee receipt ready for the school office.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D application, last date to apply | 1 Feb 2026 to 31 Mar 2026 | Over |
| PET exemption documents | 15 Apr 2026 | Over |
| PET exam window | 25 Apr 2026 to 17 May 2026 | Over |
| PET result and merit list | 15 Jun 2026 | Over |
| Interview schedule notification | 24 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Interview allotment and research presentation | 30 Sep 2026 | Confirmed |
| Provisional selection list | 7 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| First fee payment, last date | 10 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Reporting and document check | 15 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
| Classes start | 29 Oct 2026 | Confirmed |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Eligibility
The main rule is 55% in a master's degree or M.Phil. Reserved category students get a 5% relaxation. You must pick PET code 341 for Education unless NET, JRF or an allowed national test exempts you. If your final result is pending, you must prove eligibility by 31 Oct 2026.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Master's degree | 55% marks or an equal grade |
| Reserved category | 5% relaxation for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and differently abled candidates |
| M.Phil route | 55% marks or an equal grade |
| Education PET | Choose PET code 341 |
| Pending result | Proof must reach the school by 31 Oct 2026 |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Admission Process
The table has 5 steps and PET code 341 comes before the interview. Step 1 is Apply online and step 5 is Pay and report. PET code 341 or exemption comes before the interview. You apply online and pay the registration fee. The school checks eligibility and calls students for interview. If you miss the first fee date, you lose the seat.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Apply online | Fill the Ph.D form and pay the registration fee |
| 2. Take PET or claim exemption | Use PET code 341 or submit NET and JRF papers |
| 3. Check merit list | The school calls eligible students for interview |
| 4. Give presentation | Discuss your research interest before the committee |
| 5. Pay fee and report | Pay the first fee and complete document check |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Cutoff
PET 60 and reserved category PET 55 are the safer interview call scores. Final merit gives 70% weight to PET or NET score and 30% to interview. Use the score only as a guide, because the school still checks eligibility and research fit.
| Category or route | Score range | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| General PET | 60 and above | Interview call, 2026 |
| Reserved PET | 55 and above | Interview call, 2026 |
| NET or JRF exempt | Direct interview shortlist | Exemption list, 2026 |
| Final merit | 70% test score and 30% interview | Admission formula, 2026 |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Placements
Early teaching and project roles can pay about INR 6 LPA, while the university placement cell mainly posts central opportunities. A 70% progress score in coursework and review keeps the research file strong. Education Ph.D. students usually look at teaching, research projects, policy work and teacher education roles.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Research pay marker | INR 6 LPA |
| Progress milestone | 70% |
| Placement route | Centralized Career Guidance and Placement Cell portal |
| Role areas | Teaching, research projects, policy and teacher education |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Scholarships
Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 over the course. The merit-cum-means scheme gives the most. The research fellowship is separate and depends on university rules. Keep income, category and bank papers ready before you apply.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Merit-cum-means scheme | Delhi state university student with income proof | INR 50,000 |
| EWS financial help | EWS student with income certificate | INR 40,000 |
| Post-matric scholarship | SC or ST student with income proof | INR 35,000 |
| Central Sector Scheme | Eligible student on NSP | INR 30,000 |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Ranking
The university has NAAC A++ with CGPA 3.56 and #56 in QS Southern Asia ranking 2026. NIRF University 2025 lists it at #93. NAAC reads teaching, research and systems. QS places the university against other Southern Asia institutions.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| QS Southern Asia | 2026 | #56 |
| NIRF University | 2025 | #93 |
| NAAC | 2023 | A++ with CGPA 3.56 |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Course Structure
Coursework covers research method, education theory and subject study before thesis work starts. Part A of PET is research method and Part B is Education. You work with a supervisor after admission and must clear progress reviews.
| Stage | What you study |
|---|---|
| Coursework | Research method and education papers |
| PET Part A | Research method, statistics and data analysis |
| PET Part B | Education theory, curriculum, psychology and teacher education |
| Thesis stage | Research work, review meetings and final thesis |
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Seats and Intake
PET code 341 belongs to the University School of Education. Slots are declared before PET, and the mode can be full time or part time. You should check the Education school notice before paying the first fee.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| School | University School of Education |
| PET code | 341 |
| Slots | Declared before PET |
| Mode | Full time and part time allowed in the brochure |
Should you pick Ph.D. Education at GGSIPU?
This course suits students who want education research, teacher education or policy work in Delhi.
Pick it if:
You want Delhi research access: the Dwarka campus is close to schools, policy offices and teacher education networks.
You have NET or JRF: you skip PET and face the interview, so prepare a clear research note.
Your topic is school education: the syllabus covers curriculum, psychology, evaluation, management and teacher education in one school.
You want lower study cost: the full course fee is INR 1.42 Lakhs before hostel, as the fee block shows.
Skip it if:
You need campus hiring first: Ph.D. Education depends more on your thesis, supervisor and outside academic openings.
You have no research question: the interview asks you to discuss your research interest before the admission committee.
Your final result is late: you must prove the qualifying degree by 31 Oct 2026 or the seat is cancelled.
You count only on PET marks: final merit gives 30% weight to the interview, so the presentation matters.
Counsellor's advice
Take it if your research topic fits Education and you can meet the guide often. If you only want a quick job, wait and apply after NET.
Ph.D. Education Eligibility▾
Master's marks: 55% in master's degree or an equal grade.
Relaxed marks: 50% for SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and differently abled students.
PET code: Pick Education PET code 341 while filling the form.
Exemption route: NET, JRF and allowed national test students can go to interview.
Final result: Pending degree proof must reach the school by 31 Oct 2026.
Ph.D. Education Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the Ph.D form and pay the registration fee.
Take PET: Non exempt students write the offline OMR test.
Submit exemption: NET and JRF students send papers to the school office.
Give interview: Present your research interest before the school committee.
Pay and report: Pay the first fee and complete document check.
Ph.D. Education Admission Dates 2026
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These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 Session for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
1 Feb 2026 to 31 Mar 2026
Ph.D application, last date to apply
Last date to apply was 31 Mar 2026. Late forms were not taken.
Over
15 Apr 2026
PET exemption documents
NET and JRF papers had to reach the school by 15 Apr 2026.
Over
25 Apr 2026 to 17 May 2026
PET exam window
The Education paper used PET code 341.
Over
15 Jun 2026
PET result and merit list
The score decided who moved to the school interview.
Confirmed
24 Sep 2026
Interview schedule notification
Check the school notice and keep your research note ready.
Confirmed
30 Sep 2026
Interview allotment and research presentation
The committee reads your topic, method and fit with the school.
Confirmed
7 Oct 2026
Provisional selection list
Selected students move to the first fee step.
Confirmed
10 Oct 2026
First fee payment, last date
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by 10 Oct 2026.
Confirmed
15 Oct 2026
Reporting and document check
Bring originals and the fee receipt to the school office.
Confirmed
29 Oct 2026
Classes start
Coursework begins after reporting and guide talks.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Ph.D application, last date to apply
Expected from the last cycle; wait for the official form.
Tentative
Apr 2027
PET exemption documents
Keep NET and JRF papers ready before the school check.
Tentative
Apr 2027 to May 2027
PET exam window
The Education paper is expected in the same test window.
Tentative
Jun 2027
PET result and merit list
The result decides the interview call list.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Interview schedule notification
The school posts the exact interview date.
Tentative
Sep 2027
Interview allotment and research presentation
Prepare your topic, method and likely guide area.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Provisional selection list
Selected students move to fee payment.
Tentative
Oct 2027
First fee payment, last date
Missing this date can cancel the seat.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Reporting and document check
Carry original degree, category and exemption papers.
Tentative
Oct 2027
Classes start
Coursework is expected after reporting.
Source: GGSIPU Ph.D. Admission Brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education Fees 2026
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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel and mess.
Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 25,000 a year
INR 75,000
University charges
Per year × 3, INR 20,000 a year
INR 60,000
Innovation and incubation fee
Per year × 3, INR 500 a year
INR 1,500
Alumni contribution fund
One time, in year 1
INR 2,000
Examination fee
One time, in year 1
INR 3,000
Security deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 90,000 a year
INR 2.70 Lakhs
Education loan EMI
INR 2,386
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
424%
average first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 6,938
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
146%
average first-year pay INR 6 LPA vs the full fee
Source: GGSIPU Ph.D. Admission Brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your score get you Ph.D. Education at GGSIPU?
Pick your category and route. The cutoff ranges use PET or interview call scores for this course.
Category
Route
General · PET
70 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
50 to 69: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 50: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
General · NET exempt
68 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
50 to 67: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 50: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
OBC-NCL · PET
65 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 64: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
OBC-NCL · NET exempt
63 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 62: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
SC · PET
60 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 59: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
SC · NET exempt
58 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 57: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
ST · PET
58 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 57: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
ST · NET exempt
56 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 55: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
EWS · PET
62 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 61: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
EWS · NET exempt
60 and above: yes, you have a strong interview chance. Keep the research note ready.
45 to 59: almost there. A clear interview can still help.
Below 45: not this round. Improve the proposal and try the next PET.
EDITOR'S NOTE
Do not read the PET score alone. Final merit gives 70% weight to PET or NET score and 30% to interview, so the research presentation can change the final list.
GGSIPU Ph.D. Education 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.
Post-matric scholarship
INR 35,000
Delhi welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersCentral Sector Scheme
INR 30,000
National Scholarship Portal
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersEWS financial help
INR 40,000
GGSIPU
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: EWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersMerit-cum-means scheme
INR 50,000
Delhi higher education department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
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.
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If University of Delhi publishes a clearer Education Ph.D. fee and guide list, compare it with GGSIPU before you pay. If not, use this page for the checked fee and PET route.
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If Jamia Millia Islamia publishes a clearer Education Ph.D. fee and guide list, compare it with GGSIPU before you pay. If not, use this page for the checked fee and PET route.
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If IGNOU publishes a clearer Education Ph.D. fee and guide list, compare it with GGSIPU before you pay. If not, use this page for the checked fee and PET route.
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If Amity University Noida publishes a clearer Education Ph.D. fee and guide list, compare it with GGSIPU before you pay. If not, use this page for the checked fee and PET route.
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If Ambedkar University Delhi publishes a clearer Education Ph.D. fee and guide list, compare it with GGSIPU before you pay. If not, use this page for the checked fee and PET route.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on GGSIPU Ph.D. Education
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is Ph.D. Education at GGSIPU worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your topic fits the University School of Education. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.42 Lakhs, which is low for a three-year research degree. The value depends on your guide, research plan and time on campus. Check the guide area before you pay the first fee.
Should I take this course if I only have a PET score near 60?▾
Yes, but do not depend on the score alone. A PET score of 60 is a safer interview call score for General students, but final merit gives 30% weight to the interview. Keep this option open, and prepare a clear research note for the committee.
What job can I get after Ph.D. Education from GGSIPU?▾
You should plan for teaching, research projects, policy work and teacher education roles. Early teaching or project roles can pay about INR 6 LPA, but Ph.D. hiring is not like a normal campus placement. Build publications, school links and a strong supervisor record while you study.
Who should pick this Ph.D. Education course?▾
Pick it if you want education research and can spend time on reading, field work and writing. The syllabus covers curriculum, psychology, evaluation, management and teacher education. If you already have NET or JRF, use the exemption route and spend more time on the interview presentation.
Who should skip Ph.D. Education at GGSIPU?▾
Skip it if you want a quick job more than a research degree. The programme asks for a long thesis, progress reviews and regular guide meetings. If your final degree proof may miss 31 Oct 2026, wait for the next cycle because the seat can be cancelled.
Is GGSIPU better for research or for placements?▾
It is better read as a research choice. The university has NAAC A++ and #56 in QS Southern Asia ranking 2026, but Education Ph.D. outcomes depend on thesis quality and guide fit. Use the placement cell portal, but do not treat it as the main reason to join.
Should I wait for NET instead of taking PET?▾
Wait for NET only if you are close to clearing it and can afford another cycle. NET or JRF can exempt you from PET, but you still face the interview. If your research idea is ready and PET score is strong, apply now and keep NET as a backup.
Is the fee worth it against the pay after research?▾
It can be worth it because the full fee without hostel is INR 1.42 Lakhs and early research or teaching roles can pay about INR 6 LPA. The fee is not the hard part. The bigger cost is three years of time, so check your topic and guide fit first.
Can I pay the Ph.D. fee in parts?▾
Yes, the main yearly fee is split by year in the brochure. Tuition is INR 25,000 a year, university charges are INR 20,000 a year, and the innovation fee is INR 500 a year. You still pay the one-time heads at admission, so keep that amount ready.
Will hostel change my decision?▾
It might if you must live on campus. The no-hostel course fee is INR 1.42 Lakhs, while the hostel and mess estimate takes the full cost to INR 4.12 Lakhs. If you live in Delhi NCR, compare travel time with hostel cost before you decide.
What should I prepare for the interview?▾
Prepare a short research note with topic, problem, method and likely data source. The brochure says the interview checks your research competence and area fit. Since interview carries 30% weight in final merit, practise explaining the topic in simple words before the date.
Are scholarships useful for this course?▾
Yes, but treat them as support, not as sure money. The calculator shows INR 30,000 to INR 50,000 possible waivers from listed schemes, and the university also says research fellowships are available for eligible full-time scholars. Check income and category papers before applying.
This page is AI assisted and human verified.
GGSIPU: 1 Answered Question
What are the best colleges under IP university for a BCA course?
Aditi Guptastudied at KCC Institute of Technology and Management
Some of the best colleges under IP University for a BCA course are as follows.
- KCC Institute of Legal and higher education
- Maharaja Surajmal Institute, Janak Puri, New Delhi
- Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies, Pitampura, New Delhi
- Jagan Institute of Management Studies, Rohini, Delhi
- Jagannath International Management School, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
- Institute of Information Technology & Management, Janak Puri, New Delhi
- Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Patparganj Road, Delhi
- Trinity Institute of Professional Studies, Dwarka, New Delhi
- Institute of Innovation in Technology and Management, Janakpuri, New Delhi
- Integrated Institute of Technology, Dwarka, New Delhi
GGSIPU conducts its own BCA entrance test called IPU CET BCA entrance to select students for admission to these colleges.
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