Doon University Dehradun Ph.D Chemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Dehradun, UttarakhandState UniversityEstd 2009NAAC Grade A
Total fees
INR 1.23 Lakhs
3 years, no hostel
JRF pay
INR 4.44 LPA
UGC rate, first two years
Research seats
8
Chemistry Ph.D. seats
Selection route
NET
Interview after score check

About Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry

Doon University offers a three-year, full-time Ph.D. Chemistry with 8 seats through the NET or JRF route. The course is on campus and can continue up to six years under the Ph.D. rules. The university is a state government university in Dehradun and has NAAC A grade. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.23 Lakhs, paid over six semesters, and INR 1.76 Lakhs with hostel lodging and utilities. You apply on the university portal and then face an interview. No placement pay is published for this research degree; a JRF gets INR 4.44 LPA as fellowship pay.

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Fees

The full course costs INR 1.23 Lakhs without hostel and INR 1.76 Lakhs with hostel. The tuition fee is INR 60,000. You pay the tuition and other fee once each semester, six times in all. Admission and degree fees are paid once. Hostel lodging and utilities add INR 52,800 over three years, while mess food is charged as actual.

Fee headAmountHow it is charged
Tuition feeINR 60,000INR 10,000 a semester, 6 semesters
Other feeINR 60,000INR 10,000 a semester, 6 semesters
Admission feeINR 2,000One time
Degree feeINR 750One time
Hostel lodging and utilitiesINR 52,800INR 8,800 a semester, 6 semesters
Total, no hostelINR 1.23 LakhsFull course
Total with hostelINR 1.76 LakhsFull course

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Dates

The form is open from 26 Sep 2026 to 30 Oct 2026 and classes start in Jan 2027. Interview and admission are planned in Dec 2026. Keep the NET scorecard, mark sheets and research note ready before the interview call.

EventDateStatus
Ph.D. admission announcement22 Sep 2026Over
Online application form, last date to apply26 Sep 2026 to 30 Oct 2026Confirmed
NET score and form checkNov 2026Tentative
Interview call listDec 2026Tentative
InterviewDec 2026Tentative
Merit list and admission offerDec 2026Tentative
Admission fee paymentDec 2026Tentative
Reporting and document checkJan 2027Tentative
Classes startJan 2027Tentative

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Eligibility

You need 55% in a master's degree in Chemistry or applied science. Reserved category relaxation follows the Ph.D. rules. You also need JRF, NET Category 2 or NET Category 3 for this admission notice. If your marks fall short, the form can be rejected before interview.

RequirementWhat you need
DegreeMaster's degree in Chemistry or applied science
Marks55% or equal CGPA
RouteJRF, NET Category 2 or NET Category 3
Seats8 seats in Ph.D. Chemistry

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Process

You fill the Samarth form, upload the NET proof and pay the application fee. The university checks the form and calls eligible students for interview. The merit list follows the interview. You lose the offer if you miss the fee date.

StepWhat you do
1. Fill formApply on the Samarth portal before the last date
2. Upload proofGive NET, JRF and marks documents
3. Face interviewDiscuss your research plan with the panel
4. Pay feePay after the admission offer and document check

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Cutoff

The marks rule is 55% for the master's degree, and the seat count is 8. The 2026 notice uses NET or JRF instead of a course score cutoff. Your NET category decides whether the file moves to interview.

Applicant typeClosing score or ruleRound and year
JRFValid JRFInterview route, 2026
NET Category 2Valid NET scoreInterview route, 2026
NET Category 3Valid NET scorePh.D. only route, 2026
No NETNot listed for Chemistry in the noticeNot eligible on this route

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Placements

Placement pay is not published for this research degree. A JRF scholar gets INR 4.44 LPA as fellowship pay, and SRF can rise to INR 5.04 LPA. The course is mainly for research, teaching and project work, not a campus placement round.

MetricValue
Published placement payNot published
JRF fellowship payINR 4.44 LPA
SRF fellowship payINR 5.04 LPA
Placement rateNot published
Research areasCatalysis, nanomaterials, green chemistry and coordination chemistry

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarships

Four fee support routes can reduce the fee by INR 5,000 to INR 96,000. State fee relief gives the biggest cut when it applies. NSP and CM scholarship notices need income or merit papers, and the university fellowship is a small campus award.

ScholarshipWho can get itAmount or waiver
State fee reliefUttarakhand SC or ST studentINR 60,000 over the course
NSP post-matric checkEligible category and income paperINR 36,000 estimate
CM scholarshipMerit list student under the noticeINR 20,000 estimate
Pt. Mahanand Dangwal awardBest all round studentINR 5,000

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Ranking

The university has NAAC A grade and UGC 2(f) and 12(B) approval. A course rank is not published for Ph.D. Chemistry. NAAC reads the whole university, while UGC approval shows that the degree is from an approved state university.

Ranking bodyYearRank or grade
NAACLatest cycleA
UGCCurrent approval2(f) and 12(B)
Course rank2026Not published

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Course Structure

Year 1 has course work, research methods and supervisor meetings; later years focus on lab work and the thesis. The department lists catalysis, nanomaterials, green chemistry and coordination chemistry. You should match your research note to a supervisor before interview.

YearWhat you study
Year 1Course work, research methods and literature review
Year 2Lab work, seminars and data collection
Year 3Thesis writing, review and public defence

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Hostel and Campus

Hostel lodging is INR 39,600 and utilities are INR 13,200 across six semesters. Mess food is charged as actual, and the campus sits at Kedarpur in Dehradun. Ask the hostel office before paying, because a research scholar gets a room only when one is free.

ItemDetail
LodgingINR 39,600 for six semesters
UtilitiesINR 13,200 for six semesters
Mess foodActual rate as per tender
CampusKedarpur, Dehradun

Should you pick Ph.D. Chemistry at Doon University?

This course suits students who want a research degree in Chemistry and already have a NET route.

Pick it if:
You want lab research in Dehradun: the department lists catalysis, nanomaterials, green chemistry and coordination chemistry as its research areas.
You already have NET or JRF: this notice moves NET and JRF students to interview instead of a course test.
Your fee budget is small: the full fee without hostel is INR 1.23 Lakhs across the minimum course length.
You need funded research time: a JRF gives INR 4.44 LPA before HRA, so the fee stays small.
Skip it if:
You want a campus placement round: the page has no published placement pay, so plan for research jobs and fellowships.
Your NET proof is not ready: Chemistry is not named for the university entrance test in this Ph.D. notice.
You need sure hostel food cost: mess food is charged at actual rate, so ask the hostel office before paying.
You need many seats: Ph.D. Chemistry lists 8 seats, so your research area must match a supervisor.
Counsellor's advice
Apply if your NET proof and research note are ready before 30 Oct 2026. If either is weak, wait and improve it.
Ph.D. Chemistry Eligibility▾
Degree: Master's degree in Chemistry or applied science from a UGC approved university.
Marks: 55% marks or equal CGPA; reserved category relaxation follows the Ph.D. rules.
NET route: JRF, NET Category 2 or NET Category 3 can move to interview.
Seats: The 2026 notice lists 8 seats for Ph.D. Chemistry.
Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the Samarth form and pay the application fee before 30 Oct 2026.
Upload proof: Add your NET or JRF scorecard, marks papers and research note.
Interview: Shortlisted students face an interview, and the university prepares the merit list.
Pay fee: Pay the admission fee after the offer, or you lose the seat.

Ph.D. Chemistry Admission Dates 2027

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These are the official 2027 dates. Tap 2028 Session for expected dates of the next batch.

The 2028 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2027.
22 Sep 2026Over
Ph.D. admission announcement
The university published the Ph.D. notice for this intake.
26 Sep 2026 to 30 Oct 2026Confirmed
Online application form, last date to apply
Last date to apply is 30 Oct 2026.
Nov 2026Tentative
NET score and form check
The university checks scorecards and forms before the interview list.
Dec 2026Tentative
Interview call list
Check the university site for your interview call.
Dec 2026Tentative
Interview
You discuss the research plan with the panel.
Dec 2026Tentative
Merit list and admission offer
The offer follows the interview and score check.
Dec 2026Tentative
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the given date.
Jan 2027Tentative
Reporting and document check
Bring original mark sheets, NET proof and identity papers.
Jan 2027Tentative
Classes start
Course work starts after reporting and fee payment.
Sep 2027Tentative
Ph.D. admission announcement
The next notice is expected around the same month.
Sep 2027 to Oct 2027Tentative
Online application form, last date to apply
The last date is expected in Oct 2027.
Nov 2027Tentative
NET score and form check
The university checks scorecards and forms before interviews.
Dec 2027Tentative
Interview call list
Check the university site for the call list.
Dec 2027Tentative
Interview
You discuss the research plan with the panel.
Dec 2027Tentative
Merit list and admission offer
The offer is expected after the interview.
Dec 2027Tentative
Admission fee payment
Pay the fee by the date in the offer.
Jan 2028Tentative
Reporting and document check
Bring original marks papers and NET proof.
Jan 2028Tentative
Classes start
Course work is expected to start in Jan 2028.

Source: Doon University Ph.D. admission announcement. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Fees 2027

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This is the full 3-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add hostel lodging and utilities.

Tuition fee
Per semester × 6, INR 10,000 a semester
INR 60,000
Other fee
Per semester × 6, INR 10,000 a semester
INR 60,000
Admission fee
One time, non-refundable in year 1
INR 2,000
Degree fee
One time, before the degree is issued
INR 750
University magazine fee
Per year × 3, INR 100 a year
INR 300
Student council fee
Per year × 3, INR 100 a year
INR 300
Caution money Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 5,000
Add hostel lodging and utilities
Hostel lodging
Per semester × 6, INR 6,600 a semester
INR 39,600
Hostel utilities
Per semester × 6, INR 2,200 a semester
INR 13,200
Mess caution Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 2,000
Total course fee
INR 1.23 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fees, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 1.76 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + other fees + hostel lodging
Education loan EMI
INR 2,080
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
360%
JRF fellowship INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 2,970
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
252%
JRF fellowship INR 4.44 LPA vs the full fee

Source: Doon University Ph.D. admission announcement. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your NET route get you Ph.D. Chemistry at Doon University?

Pick your route and category. The cutoff range means the marks rule for interview, not a rank list.

Route
Category
JRF, General category
55% and above: yes, you can move to interview with valid JRF.
50 to 54%: check the reserved category rule before you apply.
Below 50%: not eligible on the marks rule.
JRF, Reserved category
50% and above: yes, you can move to interview if the relaxation applies.
45 to 49%: ask the Admission Cell before paying the form fee.
Below 45%: not eligible on the marks rule.
NET Category 2, General category
55% and above: yes, your NET score can move the file to interview.
50 to 54%: check the reserved category rule before you apply.
Below 50%: not eligible on the marks rule.
NET Category 2, Reserved category
50% and above: yes, your NET score can move the file to interview.
45 to 49%: ask the Admission Cell before paying the form fee.
Below 45%: not eligible on the marks rule.
NET Category 3, General category
55% and above: yes, NET Category 3 is named for Ph.D. admission.
50 to 54%: check the reserved category rule before you apply.
Below 50%: not eligible on the marks rule.
NET Category 3, Reserved category
50% and above: yes, NET Category 3 is named for Ph.D. admission.
45 to 49%: ask the Admission Cell before paying the form fee.
Below 45%: not eligible on the marks rule.
No NET, General category
55% and above: marks are enough only when the route is allowed.
50 to 54%: this is not a safe route for Chemistry.
Below 50%: not eligible on the marks rule.
No NET, Reserved category
50% and above: ask the Admission Cell, because Chemistry is not named for the entrance test.
45 to 49%: this is not a safe route for Chemistry.
Below 45%: not eligible on the marks rule.
No master's degree, General category
55% and above in bachelor's degree: not enough for this Ph.D. seat.
Master's result awaited: ask if the final mark sheet can be given before admission.
No master's degree: not eligible on the degree rule.
No master's degree, Reserved category
50% and above in bachelor's degree: not enough for this Ph.D. seat.
Master's result awaited: ask if the final mark sheet can be given before admission.
No master's degree: not eligible on the degree rule.
EDITOR'S NOTE

Trust the NET or JRF route first for this notice. If you do not have it, ask the Admission Cell in writing before you pay.

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry Scholarship Calculator

Answer the questions. The result is an estimate to confirm with the college.

Category
Family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾

These cards need a different category, income paper or merit list.

State fee relief
INR 60,000
Doon University fee rule
This can reduce tuition and other fee for eligible Uttarakhand SC or ST students.
Who qualifies: Uttarakhand SC/STApply by admission fee date
Not eligible on your answers
NSP post-matric check
INR 36,000
National Scholarship Portal
The amount depends on category, income paper and portal approval.
Who qualifies: eligible income groupApply on NSP
Not eligible on your answers
CM scholarship
INR 20,000
Uttarakhand scholarship notice
The university publishes lists for this merit linked support.
Who qualifies: merit list studentApply when notice opens
Not eligible on your answers
Pt. Mahanand Dangwal award
INR 5,000
Doon University award
This is a small all round student award listed by the university.
Who qualifies: best all round studentApply through campus notice
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 36,000
Your net course fee: INR 87,350
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 1.23 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 41,000
Your net course fee: INR 82,350
Estimated total waiver
INR 96,000
Your net course fee: INR 27,350
Estimated total waiver
INR 56,000
Your net course fee: INR 67,350

Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry vs similar colleges

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

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Doon University
Dehradun
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Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
Srinagar Garhwal
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Kumaun University
Nainital
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Graphic Era Deemed to be University
Dehradun
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Uttaranchal University
Dehradun
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University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
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Total fees3 years, no hostel
INR 1.23 Lakhs
tuition + other fees
INR 96,000
INR 27,000 less
INR 1.50 Lakhs
INR 27,000 more
INR 3 Lakhs
INR 1.77 Lakhs more
INR 2.40 Lakhs
INR 1.17 Lakhs more
INR 4.20 Lakhs
INR 2.97 Lakhs more
Fellowship payJRF pay per year
INR 4.44 LPA
UGC JRF rate
INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
INR 4.44 LPA
Same pay
Research seatsChemistry Ph.D. seats
8
2026 notice
10
2 more
6
2 fewer
5
3 fewer
4
4 fewer
3
5 fewer
Minimum marksmaster's degree
55%
General category
55%
Same score
55%
Same score
55%
Same score
55%
Same score
55%
Same score
Minimum lengthfull-time Ph.D.
3
minimum years
3
Same length
3
Same length
3
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3
Same length
3
Same length
In short
HNB Garhwal costs less and lists more seats, but Doon University gives you a Dehradun campus. If your supervisor fit is stronger at Doon University, take this seat.
In short
Kumaun University costs a little more and lists fewer seats. If Doon University matches your research area, keep it above this peer and finish the form first.
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Graphic Era costs much more for the same JRF pay route. If fee matters, Doon University is the lighter choice and leaves more money for research travel.
In short
Uttaranchal University is in the same city but costs more and lists fewer seats. If both guides fit, Doon University is the cleaner fee choice.
In short
UPES costs more and lists fewer seats in this comparison. If your topic fits Doon University, take the lower fee and use the JRF route.

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

FAQs on Doon University Ph.D. Chemistry

Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.

Is Ph.D. Chemistry at Doon University worth the fee?▾
Yes, if your goal is research and you already have a NET or JRF route. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.23 Lakhs, while JRF fellowship pay is INR 4.44 LPA. Check the supervisor fit before you pay, because the research guide matters more than the fee.
Should I take this Ph.D. seat if I only have NET Category 3?▾
Yes, if your master's marks meet the rule and your research note is clear. The notice says NET Category 3 is valid for Ph.D. admission. It does not give JRF funding, so use the fee block above and ask the department about project funding before you join.
Is this course good for a research career?▾
Yes, if your topic fits the department areas. The Chemistry page names catalysis, nanomaterials, green chemistry and coordination chemistry. These are research areas, not placement tracks. Read faculty profiles, choose two possible guides and shape your research note before the interview.
Who should skip Ph.D. Chemistry here?▾
Skip it if you need a direct campus placement route. The page has no published placement pay for this Ph.D., and the degree is built around research work. If you want a job quickly, use the master's degree and project experience first, then apply later with a stronger topic.
Is the fee worth it against the JRF fellowship?▾
Yes, if you hold JRF. The full fee without hostel is INR 1.23 Lakhs, and JRF fellowship pay is INR 4.44 LPA. That covers the academic fee quickly. Still check hostel and lab needs, because mess food is charged at actual rate.
Should I wait a year if my research note is weak?▾
Yes. The seat count is only 8, so a weak topic can hurt you even with valid NET. Use the year to read recent papers, talk to possible guides and rewrite the plan. Apply when you can explain the problem, method and lab need clearly.
Is this better for teaching or industry jobs?▾
It is better for teaching, research and project work. The course has no published placement rate, while the admission route is NET or JRF plus interview. If you want industry research, build skills in instruments, data analysis and writing during the Ph.D.
Will I get hostel as a research scholar?▾
Not as a sure thing. The fee block adds hostel lodging and utilities of INR 52,800 across six semesters, but mess food is charged as actual. Ask the hostel office before paying, because room allotment depends on vacancy and university rules.
How do I get admission to Ph.D. Chemistry?▾
Fill the Samarth form by 30 Oct 2026, upload your NET or JRF proof and pay the application fee. The university checks the form and calls eligible students for interview. Keep original mark sheets and the scorecard ready for document check.
What is the full fee for Ph.D. Chemistry?▾
The full 3-year fee without hostel is INR 1.23 Lakhs. With hostel lodging and utilities, it is INR 1.76 Lakhs. Mess food is not fixed in that total, so check the hostel office before you plan the living cost.
Can scholarships reduce the fee?▾
Yes, but only if you fit the rule. State fee relief can cut INR 60,000 for eligible Uttarakhand SC or ST students, and other notices may help by smaller amounts. Use the calculator above, then confirm the papers with the college office.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. Tuition and other fees are charged semester by semester, so you pay INR 20,000 a semester before common one-time fees. If you need more time, ask the fee office before the due date. Do not wait until the admission fee date passes.

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