Anjaneya University Raipur Ph.D Yoga: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. PhD Yoga students at Anjaneya University can pursue research in areas such as the neurophysiology of yoga and meditation, clinical applications of yoga therapy for specific health conditions, the psychophysiology of pranayama and breath control, evidence-based evaluation of traditional yoga practices, yoga and sports science, and the integration of yoga into public health and wellness frameworks. The specific research area is finalised in consultation with the doctoral committee and the assigned guide at the time of registration.

Ans. Yes. Candidates who qualify the UGC-NET Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) exam are eligible to receive a monthly fellowship of INR 37,000 during the JRF period and INR 42,000 during the Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) period, as notified by UGC. The fellowship is disbursed as per UGC norms and is subject to satisfactory research progress reviewed annually by the doctoral committee. Candidates with CSIR-NET JRF may also be eligible depending on the research specialisation.

Ans. The minimum duration for the PhD in Yoga at Anjaneya University is 3 years as per UGC PhD regulations. The actual duration may extend beyond three years depending on the pace of research, availability of data, and the doctoral committee’s review of research progress. The programme is conducted in full-time mode and candidates are expected to be present at the university for coursework requirements and periodic progress presentations as per the PhD schedule.

Ans. Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Yoga, Physical Education, or an allied discipline from a recognised university with at least 55% aggregate marks at the PG level. Candidates with a qualifying UGC-NET JRF or CSIR-NET JRF may be exempted from the university’s entrance test as per UGC PhD guidelines. Relaxations in the minimum percentage may apply for candidates from reserved categories per university and UGC norms.

Ans. Anjaneya University’s PhD in Yoga is currently listed as a full-time programme. Working professionals seeking a part-time or executive PhD option should confirm directly with the doctoral research office at the university whether a part-time enrolment route is available under the current PhD regulations. UGC-approved part-time PhD regulations allow universities to offer such routes, but availability at Anjaneya University for the Yoga discipline is subject to departmental capacity and faculty supervisor availability.

Ans. The total programme fee for the minimum 3-year PhD in Yoga at Anjaneya University is INR 3,05,000. Examination and registration charges may be additional as per university norms for each year. Students opting for on-campus hostel accommodation pay an additional INR 75,000 per year. JRF and SRF fellows who receive UGC or CSIR fellowships can partially offset these costs from their monthly research stipends during the fellowship tenure.