Poornima University Ph.D Art and Design: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The Ph.D. program at Poornima University is offered in both regular (full-time) and part-time modes. Working professionals who cannot commit to full-time attendance can opt for the part-time PhD option. However, candidates must fulfill the minimum residency and coursework requirements as per UGC guidelines. It is advisable to clarify the specific attendance and residency requirements for the part-time mode directly with the Research Cell at dean.research@poornima.edu.in before applying.

Ans. The university-level PhD Entrance Test is conducted in offline (pen-and-paper) mode. The test syllabus is divided into two equal halves: 50% covers research methodology (including research design, data analysis, literature review concepts, and academic writing) and 50% covers subject-specific content related to Design and Arts. Candidates who score at least 50% in the entrance test are called for the Personal Interview. The exact date and time of the test are communicated to shortlisted candidates via email at least one week before the exam.

Ans. Yes, partially. Candidates holding valid UGC-NET (including JRF), UGC-CSIR NET, SLET, GATE, teacher fellowship, or M.Phil. degree are exempt from the university-level PhD Entrance Test. However, they are still required to appear for the Personal Interview conducted by the Research Advisory Committee (RAC). Admission is confirmed only after successfully clearing the interview. So while the written test is waived, the interview is mandatory for all candidates regardless of their qualifying exam status.

Ans. The Ph.D. program in Design and Arts at Poornima University covers a broad range of creative and applied research areas. These include visual arts, graphic design, fashion design, textile design, jewellery design, interior design, and multimedia and communication design. The specific research topic and specialization are finalized in consultation with the assigned supervisor and the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) after admission. Candidates are encouraged to identify a potential research area and supervisor before applying, as this can strengthen their interview performance.

Ans. After completing the mandatory coursework (minimum one semester), candidates must secure a minimum GPA of 5.5 to become eligible for PhD registration. Following this, the candidate submits a research synopsis to the Research Advisory Committee (RAC). Upon approval of the synopsis by the competent authorities, a formal registration letter is issued by the Registrar. The candidate then undertakes the actual research work, submits progress reports to the RAC after each semester, and eventually submits the thesis. The thesis undergoes plagiarism verification using Turnitin, and if plagiarism is detected, the candidature may be cancelled by the Advanced Study Research Committee.

Ans. The total fees for the minimum 3-year Ph.D. program at Poornima University amount to INR 2,41,500. This includes the Annual Program Fee of INR 75,000 per year (for 3 years = INR 2,25,000), a one-time Administrative Fee of INR 12,500 (charged in Year 1), a one-time non-refundable Registration Fee of INR 1,500, and an Alumni and Convocation Fee of INR 2,500 payable in the final year. If the program extends beyond 3 years (up to a maximum of 6 years), an additional annual fee of INR 75,000 per year will apply. Hostel accommodation, if opted for, costs between INR 1,05,000 and INR 1,40,000 per year additionally and is not included in the above total.