ICT Mumbai Ph.D Pharmacy: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. For the Ph.D. (Tech.) in Pharmacy at ICT Mumbai, a GATE or GPAT score is not mandatory to apply. However, having a valid GATE score makes you eligible for the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF), which provides a monthly stipend. Candidates without GATE/GPAT can still apply and appear for the ICT entrance test. Candidates holding valid NET/CSIR/DBT-JRF fellowships are fully exempted from the ICT entrance test and can seek admission throughout the academic year. So while GATE/GPAT is not a prerequisite for admission, it significantly improves your chances of securing a fellowship and financial support during the PhD.

Ans. Yes, candidates who have completed M.Pharm from any UGC/AICTE recognised university or institute are eligible to apply for the Ph.D. (Tech.) in Pharmacy at ICT Mumbai, provided they meet the minimum marks criterion of 55% (50% for reserved category) at both Bachelor's and Master's levels. There is no restriction on the university from which the qualifying degree was obtained. However, if your degree is from an overseas university, ICT evaluates it on a case-by-case basis and you may need to submit additional documents such as transcripts and syllabus details countersigned by the Indian High Commission.

Ans. The Ph.D. (Tech.) in Pharmacy at ICT Mumbai is offered in four branches: Pharmaceutics (drug formulation and delivery systems), Pharmaceutical Chemistry (synthesis and design of drug molecules), Pharmacology (study of drug action and mechanisms), and Pharmacognosy (natural product-based drug research). Separate written entrance tests are conducted for each branch, and a separate merit list is prepared for each. You can appear for the entrance test in one or more branches. The final allotment of research guide and branch is done by the departmental committee based on your merit, preferences, and the availability of research supervisors in each specialisation.

Ans. The stipend depends on the source of fellowship. Candidates with CSIR/UGC-NET JRF receive Rs. 31,000 per month for the first two years, which is upgraded to Rs. 35,000 per month (SRF) for the next three years, along with 30% HRA. Candidates admitted with a valid GATE score are eligible for the AICTE Doctoral Fellowship (ADF), with amounts as per AICTE norms for 2026-27. Candidates attached to sponsored research projects may receive project-based stipends, which vary by project. Students without any external fellowship may receive institute-level support depending on availability. The fellowship is disbursed monthly, subject to receipt of grants from the respective funding agency. ICT is not responsible for delays in fellowship disbursement from external agencies.

Ans. The minimum duration for a PhD at ICT Mumbai is 3 years as per UGC directives. In practice, most students take 4 to 5 years to complete the programme, depending on the research area and progress. All PhD candidates are required to complete 18 credits of coursework, including a mandatory 4-credit Research Methodology course and a 2-credit Research and Publication Ethics course, preferably within the first year. The course work must be completed before submission of the thesis synopsis. Candidates must also publish or patent part of their research work as a requirement for thesis submission.

Ans. Hostel accommodation at ICT Mumbai is not guaranteed for PhD students and is subject to availability. New doctoral students are allotted hostel seats based on vacancies created by outgoing PhD students, with preference given to outstation candidates. The hostel fees range from approximately Rs. 17,000 to Rs. 22,600 per year (subject to revision), with an additional common charge of Rs. 5,000 per year. Mess charges are approximately Rs. 1,800 per month on a no-profit no-loss basis. PhD students may be allotted single-seated rooms subject to availability, with fees based on UGC HRA norms. Students who do not get hostel accommodation need to arrange private accommodation in the Matunga/Dadar area of Mumbai, where rents typically range from Rs. 8,000 to Rs. 20,000 per month depending on the type of accommodation.