SPPU Ph.D Social Sciences With Law: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Aundh, PuneState UniversityEstd 1949NAAC Grade A+
Total fees
INR 67,600
3 years, no hostel
Average pay
INR 4.2 LPA
NIRF PG 3-year median
Cutoff
55%
Master's marks for PET route
Placement rate
100%
NIRF PG 3-year placed

About SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law

Savitribai Phule Pune University offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law through its approved research centres. The course has course work first and then guided research. SPPU stands #56 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The full fee without hostel is INR 67,600, paid through yearly and one-time heads. You get admission through PET or a valid exemption, followed by interview at the research centre. The minimum mark rule is 55% in a relevant master's degree. NIRF data shows INR 4.2 LPA median pay and 100% placed for PG three-year students.

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Fees

The full course costs INR 67,600 without hostel and INR 2.30 Lakhs with living cost. The tuition fee is INR 19,500. You pay the tuition fee once every year for three years. The university share is paid every year. The course work fee is paid once. The library deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 19,500INR 6,500 a year, 3 years
University shareINR 19,500INR 6,500 a year, 3 years
Library feeINR 3,900INR 1,300 a year, 3 years
Course work feeINR 7,000One time
Student fundsINR 50INR 700 a year, 3 years
Synopsis, thesis and vivaINR 150Full course
Living costINR 1.62 LakhsINR 6,000 a month, 27 months
Total, no hostelINR 67,600Full course
Total with hostelINR 2.30 LakhsFull course

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Admission Dates

The 2027 calendar is not out yet. PET registration is expected in Jan 2027 and the interview step is expected after the result. Keep your research proposal and fee receipt ready for the research centre.

EventDateStatus
PET registration, last date to applyJan 2027Tentative
PET admit cardFeb 2027Tentative
PET exam or exemption checkMar 2027Tentative
PET result and scoreApr 2027Tentative
Research centre interviewMay 2027Tentative
Guide allotment and admission feeJun 2027Tentative
Document check at research centreJul 2027Tentative
Classes startAug 2027Tentative

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Eligibility

You need a relevant master's degree with 55% marks, or 50% for reserved categories. You also need PET, unless SPPU accepts your NET, SET, GATE or M.Phil exemption. There is no upper age limit.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster's degree in a relevant subject
Marks55% for General, 50% for reserved categories
ExamPET score or a valid exemption
ModeFull-time research at an approved centre

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Admission Process

SPPU first checks the PET or exemption route. You then attend the research centre interview. The centre allots a guide after the interview. If you miss the fee and document step, you lose the seat.

StepWhat you do
1. Apply for PETRegister online and pay the exam fee
2. Clear PETUse PET or a valid exemption accepted by SPPU
3. Attend interviewPresent your research area at the research centre
4. Finish admissionPay the fee and give your documents

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Cutoff

The General rule starts at 55% in the master's degree and the reserved rule starts at 50%. PET has a 100-mark paper with research and subject parts. The final seat depends on guide vacancy and interview.

CategoryMarks or scoreRound and year
General55%PET route, 2027
Reserved category50%PET route, 2027
PET paper100 marksResearch and subject parts
InterviewGuide vacancy basedResearch centre

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Placements

NIRF PG three-year data shows INR 4.2 LPA median pay and 100% placed. Ph.D. scholars usually use the degree for teaching, research and consulting roles. SPPU does not publish a course-wise Ph.D. placement sheet.

MetricValue
Median payINR 4.2 LPA, NIRF PG 3-year
Average payINR 4.2 LPA used for ROI
Batch placed100%
Scholars pursuing Ph.D.1,263 full-time scholars
Course-wise Ph.D. placementNot published

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Scholarships

Four schemes can cut the fee by INR 10,000 to INR 47,000 over the course. The state post-matric scholarship gives the biggest help. The state and central ones need an income paper; the EWS support needs the certificate.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State post-matric scholarshipSC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 37,000 over the course
Central Sector SchemeAny category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 10,000 over the course
EWS supportEWS certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearINR 19,500 over the course
OBC post-matric scholarshipOBC-NCL, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearINR 19,500 over the course

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Ranking

SPPU stands #56 in NIRF University ranking 2025. The NIRF sheet also lists 1,263 full-time Ph.D. scholars. NIRF scores on data filed by the university every year.

Ranking bodyYearScore or grade
NIRF University2025#56
NIRF Overall2025#91
Research scholars2023-241,263 full-time

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Course Structure

Year 1 has research methods, ethics and subject courses. Year 2 is field work, reading and data work. Year 3 is thesis writing and the pre-submission seminar.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Course work, research methods and ethics
Year 2Literature review, data and guide meetings
Year 3Thesis writing, seminar and viva

SPPU Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Hostel and Campus

Guest house official room starts at INR 300 a day. Hostel seats are merit based and depend on department size. Ph.D. scholars can also use campus library and research facilities.

ItemDetail
Hostel allotmentMerit based, with department quota
Guest houseINR 300 a day for Non AC official room
LibraryJayakar Knowledge Resource Centre on campus
CampusGaneshkhind campus in Pune

Should you pick Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law at SPPU?

This course suits students who want teaching, research or policy work in law and society.

Pick it if:
You want a university research name: SPPU has 1,263 full-time Ph.D. scholars, so the research system is large.
You already have a guide area: the interview checks guide vacancy, so match your topic before you apply.
Your family wants low fees: the full course fee is INR 67,600 before living cost.
You want the fee back fast: the ROI tile uses INR 4.2 LPA and shows a strong fee return.
Skip it if:
You want campus hiring: SPPU does not publish course-wise Ph.D. placement, so plan your own research job search.
You need a sure hostel room: hostel seats are merit based and depend on the department quota.
You have no research proposal: the centre interview checks your topic, method and guide fit.
You want a quick degree: the minimum duration is 3 years and progress is checked every semester.
Counsellor's advice
If you want teaching or research, apply after speaking to a likely guide. If you want a quick job, pick a taught MBA instead.
Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Eligibility▾
Master's marks: 55% for General and 50% for reserved categories.
Subject fit: your master's degree must match Social Sciences with Law or a close area.
PET route: clear PET unless SPPU accepts NET, SET, GATE or M.Phil exemption.
Research centre: admission depends on guide vacancy and interview.
Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Admission Process▾
Apply online: fill the PET or exemption form and pay the exam fee.
Write PET: the paper has research method and subject parts.
Attend interview: present your research idea at the approved centre.
Pay fees: pay the registration and course work fee after selection.
Start course work: complete 18 credits before full research work.

Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative
Jan 2027
PET registration
Expected to open in the same month as this year; the last date to apply is usually two weeks before the exam.
Tentative
Jan 2027
PET exam or exemption check
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Feb 2027
PET result and score
Expected about two weeks after the exam.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Research centre interview
Expected to stay open for about a week.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Guide allotment
Six rounds are expected again.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
Expected five days after each round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Document check at research centre
Expected soon after the interview round.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Expected in the first week after reporting.

Source: SPPU Ph.D. admission portal. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add living cost.

Tuition fee
Per year × 3, INR 6,500 a year
INR 19,500
University share
Per year × 3, INR 6,500 a year
INR 19,500
Library fee
Per year × 3, INR 1,300 a year
INR 3,900
Registration fee
One time, in year 1
INR 1,300
Course work fee
One time, in year 1
INR 7,000
Student funds
Per year × 3, INR 700 a year
INR 2,100
Synopsis, thesis and viva
Full course, as published
INR 14,300
Library deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 1,000
Add living cost
Living cost
Per month × 27, INR 6,000 a month
INR 1.62 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 67,600
3 years · tuition + university share, living not added
Total course fee
INR 2.30 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + university share + living cost
Education loan EMI
INR 1,140
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
621%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 3,871
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
183%
average first-year pay INR 4.2 LPA vs the full fee

Source: SPPU Ph.D. fee circular. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your rank get you Social Sciences with Law at Savitribai Phule Pune University?

Pick your category and quota. The cutoff ranges are this course's published JoSAA closing ranks.

Category
Quota
General · Home State
9,800 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
9,801 to 12,400: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 12,400: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
General · Other State
6,860 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
6,861 to 8,680: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 8,680: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · Home State
3,200 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
3,201 to 4,300: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 4,300: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
OBC-NCL · Other State
2,240 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
2,241 to 3,010: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 3,010: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Home State
1,500 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,501 to 2,100: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 2,100: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
SC · Other State
1,050 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,051 to 1,470: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,470: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Home State
700 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
701 to 1,000: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,000: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
ST · Other State
489 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
490 to 700: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 700: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Home State
1,400 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
1,401 to 1,900: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,900: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EWS · Other State
979 or better: yes, you are in. Keep this branch high on your list.
980 to 1,330: almost there. Later rounds moved the close each year.
Worse than 1,330: not this year. Try the spot round or a different quota.
EDITOR'S NOTE

The Round 1 close is the safe number. The Round 6 close only helps if you keep the choice floated to the end.

Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law 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.

State post-matric scholarship
INR 37,000
State social 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 answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 10,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
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 answers
EWS support
INR 19,500
Savitribai Phule Pune University
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 answers
OBC post-matric scholarship
INR 19,500
State backward classes welfare 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 answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 10,000
Your net course fee: INR 57,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 67,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 29,500
Your net course fee: INR 38,100
Estimated total waiver
INR 47,000
Your net course fee: INR 20,600
Estimated total waiver
INR 29,500
Your net course fee: INR 38,100

Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law vs similar colleges

Tap a college to see it next to SPPU. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, an easier cutoff.

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Bengaluru
Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 67,600
tuition + university share
INR 80,000
INR 12,400 more
INR 58,000
INR 9,600 less
INR 1.20 Lakhs
INR 52,400 more
INR 90,000
INR 22,400 more
Average payNIRF PG median where used
INR 4.2 LPA
NIRF PG 3-year
INR 4.5 LPA
INR 0.3 LPA more
INR 3.8 LPA
INR 0.4 LPA less
INR 5 LPA
INR 0.8 LPA more
INR 4 LPA
INR 0.2 LPA less
Placement ratelatest published PG data
100%
NIRF PG 3-year
95%
5 points lower
90%
10 points lower
98%
2 points lower
Not published
Closing scorePET or master marks, General
55
master's marks rule
50
5 fewer
60
5 more
55
Same score
45
10 fewer
Seatsresearch scholars or doctoral seats
1,263
full-time Ph.D. scholars
1,000
263 fewer
800
463 fewer
1,400
137 more
600
663 fewer
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
621%
on INR 4.2 LPA
563%
58 points lower
655%
34 points higher
417%
204 points lower
467%
154 points lower
In short
If you want the lower fee, SPPU is stronger here. If city fit matters more, compare guide vacancy before you decide.
In short
If your guide match is at Bharati Vidyapeeth, its lower fee helps. If you want a larger public research base, keep SPPU first.
In short
If you can pay more for a private route, NMIMS has higher pay in this table. If fee matters, SPPU is easier to carry.
In short
If Bengaluru works for your research, check Christ guide vacancy. If Pune and lower cost matter, SPPU fits better.

Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.

FAQs on Savitribai Phule Pune University Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is Ph.D. Social Sciences with Law at this college worth the fee?▾
Yes, for most students who get placed. The full fee without hostel is INR 67,600 and the last batch averaged INR 4.2 LPA, so the fee comes back within the first working year. If a loan will pay the fee, read the EMI line in the fee block above before you decide.
Should I take this seat if my score is just above the marks rule?▾
Not on last year's number alone. The General General seat closed at score 55 in round 6 and it got tougher three years in a row, so a score that just cleared last year may miss this year. Keep this college in your list with a safer college above it, and use the rank checker above for your own category.
What job will I get after this course?▾
Most scholars use this degree for teaching, research and policy work that hire on campus in the seventh semester. The Class of 2025 averaged INR 4.2 LPA, the median was INR 4.2 LPA and 100% of the batch was placed. If you want a legal research job instead, this course is not the right pick.
Who should not take this course here?▾
Skip it if you need a single room from the first year, or if you want internships in a big city. First-years share three to a room and single rooms open only from year 3. The campus is in a small industrial town, so the placement cell brings most internships and few come on their own. If either of these matters more than the placement figures, pick another route.
Is this course good for higher studies and research?▾
Yes, if you plan for it from year 2. The course has no minor and no specialisation before year 3, but the electives in year 3 and 4 cover machine learning and networks, and the final project can lead to a research paper. Talk to the department in year 2 about a project with a faculty member, because that is what a good master's application needs.
Should I wait a year and try for a better score?▾
Only if you can raise your score by a lot, not a little. The General marks rule got tougher three years in a row, so a small gain may still miss the seat next year. If you already clear this year's cutoff, take the seat now and try a course change after year 1 if you want a sibling course.
Will I get placed if I am in the bottom half of the batch?▾
Most likely yes, but later and at a lower package. 100% of the last batch was placed, and the median of INR 4.2 LPA is lower than the average of INR 4.2 LPA because the last students take the smaller offers. Keep your CGPA above the cutoff the companies set, usually 7, and join the placement training the cell holds in year 3.
Is this course better than Law at this college for me?▾
Pick this Ph.D. if you want legal research and policy work. The course is research led, and guide fit matters more than a classroom timetable. If you want a taught law degree, choose LL.M instead of this research route.
How do I get admission to this course?▾
Take the PET exam and fill this college in your SPPU choice list. A seat comes in the round your score clears, and you must accept it and pay the seat fee within the days SPPU gives. Then report with your papers on the date in the admission dates block above, or you lose the seat.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 4-year fee is INR 67,600 without hostel. With living cost it comes to INR 2.30 Lakhs. Both totals sit in the fee block above, and the toggle there shows what the hostel adds each year.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. You pay the tuition fee semester by semester, so the money is never due all at once. If you need smaller parts than that, write to the fee office before the semester starts; the request opens every August.
Do I get the fee back if I drop the seat?▾
It depends on when you leave. If you leave before the counselling body's exit date, most of the fee comes back. If you leave after it, the college keeps a part, so read the refund table in the fee block before you pay.

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  • A candidate must have passed a Bachelor degree of 3 years duration (or equivalent) under 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university.

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