Amity University offers a full-time and part-time Ph.D. program in various specializations. Admissions for the Ph.D. course is conducted twice a year, in January and July. 

Research programs are available in 16 disciplines such as English, Mass Communication, Psychology, Biotechnology, Education, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical, and Automation Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Commerce, Law, Management, Physics, Applied Chemistry, and Mathematics. 

The full-time Ph.D. is for a minimum duration of 3 years while part-time is for at least 4.5 years. The maximum time period to complete the course is 6 years.

The minimum eligibility to apply for the Ph.D. program offered at Amity University is a Master’s Degree. The selection of the candidates is done on the basis of an entrance exam followed by a personal interview and Viva-Voce. 

Amity University, Lucknow Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria  

Candidates seeking admission to the Ph.D. program offered at Amity University, Lucknow shall fulfill the following eligibility criteria: 

  • Must have passed a two years Master’s degree or M.Phil. Degree in the relevant subject from any recognized University.
  • Candidates have to secure a minimum of 55% aggregate marks to be eligible to apply for the Ph.D. program of Amity University.

The eligibility subject or criteria for each Ph.D. specialization is tabulated below:

Ph.D. Specialization Eligibility Criteria
English Master’s Degree in English
Mass Communication Master’s Degree in Mass Communication or any subject with 55% aggregate marks and a minimum of 5 years working experience in the media
Psychology Master’s Degree in Psychology or equivalent with 55% aggregate marks
Biotechnology Master’s Degree in M Pharm or equivalent from any accredited University with 55% aggregate marks
Education M.Ed. or Post graduation in Special Education (M.Ed. (Spl.) from any University with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks
Computer Science and Engineering Minimum 60% aggregate marks in 10th and 12th grade with computer science as a core subject. ME /M Tech/MS (CSE/IT/ECE/Cloud Computing or relevant areas of Computer Science ) with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks
Electronics and Communication Engineering Minimum 60% aggregate marks in 10th and 12th grade BE/ B Tech (ECE or Electronics Engineering) with 60% marks ME/ M. Tech /MS (ECE or Instrumentation or Measurements or Signal Processing or Embedded Systems or VLSI ) with a minimum of 60% marks
Information Technology MCA OR M.Sc./M.Tech in (Computer Sci./ Information Tech./ Network Tech./ECE/ Electrical Eng.) from any University with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks
Mechanical and Automation Engineering Minimum 60% aggregate marks in 10th and 12th grade BE / B Tech (MAE/ME/AE or relevant areas of Mechanical Engineering) with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
ME/M. Tech/MS in Mechanical and Automation Engineering or a relevant field with at least 60% aggregate marks
Pharmaceutical Sciences Master’s Degree in Pharmacy with 55% aggregate marks
Commerce Master’s Degree in Commerce or equivalent with 55% aggregate marks
Law Master’s Degree in Law with 55% aggregate marks
Management Master’s Degree in Management or equivalent with 55% aggregate marks
Mathematics Master’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics or equivalent 55% aggregate marks.
Physics Master’s Degree in Physics with 55% aggregate marks
Applied Chemistry Master’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent with 55% aggregate marks

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Amity University, Lucknow Ph.D. Admission Guidelines

Admission to the Ph.D. program offered at Amity University, Lucknow will be granted on the basis of Ph.D. Entrance Test (PET) followed by an interview and viva-voce. 

How to Apply?

  • Visit the official website of Amity university @amity.edu. 
  • Click on submit the application form online. 
  • Enter your personal details, campus opted, and chosen programs. 
  • Enter academic details.
  • Upload all the necessary documents and then make the payment of the application form fee of INR 1100 through online payment means.
  • Finally, click on “Finish” to submit the application form.

Documents Required

  • 10th mark sheet 
  • 12th mark sheet 
  • Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Mark Sheet 
  • Master's Degree Certificate and Mark Sheet 
  • Aadhar Card
  • Research Proposal
  • Passport Size Photographs 

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Amity University Lucknow Ph.D. Entrance Exam Pattern 

Sections Number of Questions Total Marks
General Section
General Awareness
English Language
Logical Reasoning
Quantitative Analysis
Data Analysis and Interpretation
50 question carrying 1 mark each 50 marks
Subject Specific
Ph.D. Program subject
Ph.D. allied subject
50 questions carrying 1 mark each 50 marks
Interview Not Applicable 30 marks

Amity University, Lucknow Ph.D. Course Details

 Amity University, Lucknow offers a Ph.D. program in a total of 16 specializations in various fields of which the details are tabulated below:

Department Specialization
BioSciences and Bio-Technology Bio-technology
Education Education
Arts, Humanities and Social Science, Mass Communication/Journalism/Media English
Mass-Communication
Psychology
Engineering and Technology Computer Science and Engineering
Electronics and Engineering
Information and Technology
Mechanical and Automation Engineering
Health and Allied Sciences Pharmaceutical Sciences
Law Law
Management Commerce
Management
Science and Technology Mathematics
Physics
Applied Chemistry

Ph.D. Scholar Category

The Ph.D. mode option (Full time/Part-time) permitted against each category as mentioned below:

  • Sponsored Candidate
  • Regular Self - Financed Candidate
  • Corporate Research Scholar
  • Working Faculty outside Amity
  • Candidates working as JRF/SRF/RA
  • Candidates working as JRF/SRF/RA in Research Projects in Amity
  • Amity Research Fellow (ARF)

Course Duration

  • The Full-time Ph.D. program at Amit University is offered for a minimum duration of 3 years divided into 6 semesters and the maximum duration is 6 years divided into 12 semesters. 
  • While the part-time Ph.D. program is offered or a minimum duration of 4.5 years divided into 9 semesters and the maximum duration is 6 years divided into 12 semesters. 

Prescribed Coursework 

  • Ph.D. candidates are expected to complete the course work assignment within the stipulated time. An exam will also be conducted.
  • The coursework will be for a period of 6 months.
  • Minimum 75% attendance is required during the residency period.
  • Credits will be earned only if the candidate secures a minimum of 7 points out of a 10-point scale or a B+ grade.
  • The candidate will be given a second chance, if they are unable to secure the minimum required marks in the second chance their registration will be canceled. The course work will be for a semester.

Comprehensive Examination

  • After the completion of the course work, the candidate will be required to take an examination.
  • The examination will test the candidate on his/her knowledge of their field of study.
  • The comprehensive examination will consist of both oral and written examination.
  • In order to pass the candidate should secure at least the grade B or 6 points out of a 10-point scale.

Open Seminar

After the successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination, Ph.D. students will have to conduct an open-seminar on the topic which they have chosen for their thesis. 

Synopsis and Thesis Submission

Ph.D. Scholars shall produce the synopsis and thesis submission within the stipulated time period as prescribed in the curriculum of the Ph.D. 

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Amity University, Lucknow Ph.D. Research Assistantship

Amity University provides various research assistantships to full-time scholars to be a part of the ongoing projects in the University. The Amity Science, Technology & Innovation Foundation (ASTIF) awards Fellowships to brilliant young researchers and scientists. Fellowships are available in all disciplines and are not restricted in number. The candidate must have a first-class academic record throughout up to a Master's Degree from a recognized college / University. 

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Amity University, Lucknow Ph.D. FAQs

Ques. What are the class timings for the Ph.D. programs offered at Amity University? 

Ans. The timing for the full-time Ph.D. course of Amity University classes are from 9.00 am - 5.30 pm. While for part-time research students classes are held on Saturday and Sunday from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm.

Ques. Who decides the course guide of Ph.D. program offered at Amity University? 

Ans. The course guide of the Ph.D. program is selected by Amity University on the basis of the availability of the guide and research topic. The main Guide for the students will be from Amity University, according to the research topic. The co-guide can be from outside the University.

Ques. Are stipends provided to the Ph.D. students of Amity University? 

Ans. Full-time Ph.D. students of Amity University who are JRF holders of NET are provided with grants or fellowships from their funding organization.

Ques. Will maternity leave be provided to Ph.D. candidates at Amity University? 

Ans. Amity University provides a total of 240 days as maternity leave to women candidates who have pursued a Ph.D. program.

Ques. Is distance mode available for a Ph.D. program offered at Amity University? 

Ans. No, Amity University doesn’t conduct its Ph.D. program in distance mode. All the classes are conducted in offline mode.