Christ University Ph.D Commerce: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Content Curator | Updated on - Jul 24, 2026

Christ University Bangalore’s Ph.D. in Commerce is a minimum 3-year full-time research programme under the School of Commerce. Admission is via a university entrance test or Research Skill Assessment for NET/SLET-qualified candidates, followed by a personal interview. Annual tuition is INR 80,000, with total programme fees of INR 2,73,000 over three years. Full-time scholars receive a monthly fellowship of INR 8,000.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Coursework commenced 10 July 2026.


Christ University PhD Commerce Fees 2026

ComponentAmount (INR)
Tuition Fee (per year)INR 80,000
Application/Registration Fee (one-time)INR 8,000
Thesis Adjudication Fee (one-time)INR 25,000
HostelOptional - charged separately
Total Fees (3 years)INR 2,73,000
  • Total fees include tuition for 3 years plus one-time registration and thesis adjudication charges.
  • Part-time PhD scholars follow a separate fee structure as per university policy.

Christ University PhD Commerce Admission 2026

EventDate
Applications Opened (June 2026 Cohort)March 3, 2026
Application DeadlineJune 14, 2026
Selection ProcessJune 19, 2026
Final Selection List AnnouncedJune 24, 2026
Fee Payment DeadlineJuly 6, 2026
Coursework BeginsJuly 10, 2026
  • UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, SET, or KSET qualified candidates are exempt from the entrance test.
  • The next admission cohort dates will be announced on the Centre for Research portal.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Master’s degree in Commerce, M.Com, MBA, or related discipline with minimum 55% aggregate
  • SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates require a minimum of 50% in the postgraduate degree
  • UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, SET, or KSET qualified candidates are exempted from the PhD Entrance Examination

Admission Process

  • Submit an online application via the Christ University admissions portal with academic documents
  • Appear for the PhD Entrance Examination (exempted for NET/JRF/SLET qualified candidates)
  • Attend the Research Skill Assessment Test at the campus
  • Present a research proposal to the selection panel
  • Attend a personal interview conducted by the department faculty
  • Pay programme fees within the stipulated deadline after receiving the selection letter

✓ Opt for this if

  • Targeting a faculty or research career in commerce or finance
  • Hold UGC-NET or SLET for streamlined PhD admission
  • Interested in publishing research in accounting, taxation, or business management
  • Prefer a NAAC A+ campus-based PhD in Bangalore

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  • Seeking a fully government-funded PhD with higher UGC stipend
  • Prefer a PhD at IIM, IIT, or central university with ICSSR fellowship
  • Looking for a part-time or distance PhD option in Commerce

Christ University PhD Commerce Scholarships 2026

Fellowship/ScholarshipAmountEligibility
Christ Research Fellowship - Junior (first 18 months)INR 8,000 per monthAll full-time PhD scholars
Christ Research Fellowship - Senior (next 18 months)INR 8,000 per monthFull-time scholars meeting programme requirements
National Scholarship Portal SchemesAs per government normsSC/ST/OBC scholars meeting government criteria
  • Fellowship is applicable only to full-time on-campus PhD scholars.
  • Scholars must not hold any other employment during the fellowship tenure.
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Christ University PhD Commerce FAQs

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for PhD in Commerce at Christ University?

Ans. Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Commerce, M.Com, or MBA with a minimum of 55% aggregate from a recognised university. SC/ST/OBC and PwD candidates need at least 50%. Candidates with valid UGC-NET, JRF, SLET, SET, or KSET qualifications are exempted from the PhD Entrance Examination and directly attend the Research Skill Assessment and personal interview at the Christ University campus.

Ques. What is the total fee for PhD in Commerce at Christ University Bangalore?

Ans. The total programme fee is INR 2,73,000 over the minimum three-year duration. This includes annual tuition of INR 80,000 per year for 3 years, a one-time registration fee of INR 8,000, and a one-time thesis adjudication fee of INR 25,000. Hostel is available separately on an optional basis. Full-time scholars receive a fellowship of INR 8,000 per month that partially offsets these costs.

Ques. What fellowship does Christ University provide to PhD Commerce scholars?

Ans. All full-time PhD scholars at Christ University receive the Christ Research Fellowship of INR 8,000 per month. The fellowship runs as a Junior Research Fellowship for the first 18 months and a Senior Research Fellowship for the subsequent 18 months, subject to satisfactory programme completion. Scholars are required to be present full-time on campus and must not take up any concurrent employment during the fellowship period.

Ques. What research areas are covered in PhD Commerce at Christ University?

Ans. The PhD in Commerce at Christ University encompasses research areas such as financial management, corporate governance, taxation, accounting, marketing management, supply chain management, entrepreneurship, and business analytics. Candidates must propose a focused and original research topic during the admission interview. Faculty supervisors are assigned based on alignment between the candidate’s research interest and the available faculty expertise in the School of Commerce.

Ques. Is UGC-NET compulsory for PhD Commerce admission at Christ University?

Ans. UGC-NET is not compulsory but is highly beneficial for PhD Commerce admission at Christ University. Candidates with valid UGC-NET (including JRF), SLET, SET, or KSET qualifications are exempted from the PhD Entrance Examination and attend only the Research Skill Assessment and personal interview. Candidates without such qualifications must appear for the university-level entrance examination in addition to the skill assessment and interview.

Ques. When are PhD Commerce admissions held at Christ University?

Ans. Christ University typically admits PhD Commerce scholars in two cohorts per year. For the June 2026 cohort, applications opened on March 3, 2026, with a final deadline of June 14, 2026, and coursework commencing on July 10, 2026. Dates for the next cohort will be published on the Centre for Research portal. Candidates are advised to monitor the portal regularly for updated announcements.

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