St Aloysius (Deemed To Be University) Mangalore Ph.D Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Yes, the Part Time PhD in Economics is specifically designed for working professionals including government employees, college lecturers, bank officers, and industry economists. You are not required to take a leave of absence from your job. However, you will need to be present on campus for coursework sessions, seminars, pre-submission presentations, and the entrance/interview process. It is advisable to obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer before applying, as some institutions require it for part-time PhD enrolment.

Ans. The annual fee for Part Time PhD in Economics (Social Sciences and Humanities category) is Rs. 55,000 per year, totalling Rs. 1,65,000 for the minimum 3-year duration. The same fee applies for the 4th year and any extension up to 6 years. The official fee structure does not mention any additional lab or examination fees for Economics PhD; however, registration and library charges may be applicable and will be communicated at the time of admission. There are no hidden charges beyond what is officially notified.

Ans. The department has three PhD guides with distinct specialisations: Dr Manohar Serrao focuses on Banking and Financial Inclusion, Agricultural Economics, Developmental Studies, and Population Studies; Dr P.P. Sajimon specialises in Economic Dynamics, Conflicts and Displacement, Welfare Economics, Migration Studies, Sustainable Development, Economic Policies, and Organic Farming; and Dr Florin Shelomith works on Developmental Studies, Business Economics, Institutional Economics, International Business, and Agricultural Economics. Candidates are advised to contact the relevant guide before applying to confirm the availability of a research slot in their area of interest.

Ans. UGC-NET is not mandatory for admission, but it provides a significant advantage. Candidates with a valid UGC-NET score in Economics are exempted from the university's written entrance test and are directly called for a personal interview. Candidates without UGC-NET must appear for the university's entrance test (100 marks: 50% Research Methodology + 50% Economics subject-specific topics) followed by an interview. Both categories must appear for the interview, and final selection is based on overall performance.

Ans. As per the official vacancy notification for the January 2026 intake, there are 10 seats available for PhD Economics at St Aloysius University. The selection process involves a written entrance test (for non-NET candidates) followed by a personal interview conducted on campus. The university reserves the right to fill, not fill, or add to the number of vacancies notified. Candidates are selected based on their academic background, research proposal, and interview performance, subject to the availability of a suitable research guide.

Ans. The Full Time PhD in Economics (Social Sciences and Humanities) costs Rs. 30,000 in Year 1, Rs. 35,000 in Year 2, and Rs. 40,000 in Year 3, totalling Rs. 1,05,000 for 3 years, with an increment of Rs. 5,000 per year for extensions. The Part Time PhD costs Rs. 55,000 per year for all years (including extensions up to 6 years), totalling Rs. 1,65,000 for 3 years. While the part-time option is more expensive per year, it allows you to continue working. Both modes have the same minimum duration of 3 years and the same eligibility and admission process.