GITAM Deemed to be University has opened applications for PhD admissions for the academic year 2026–27 across its Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru campuses. GITAM Deemed to be University applications close on 11 May 2026. The full-time PhD programme offers a monthly fellowship of Rs 33,000 for a maximum period of three years.
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- GITAM Deemed to be University PhD Admissions Key Dates 2026
- GITAM Deemed to be University PhD Eligibility Criteria 2026
- GITAM Deemed to be University Selection Process 2026
- GITAM PhD Fees 2026
- GITAM Deemed to be University Contact Details
- About GITAM Deemed to be University
GITAM Deemed to be University PhD admissions are open across Engineering, Science, Management, Humanities and Social Sciences, Pharmacy, Law, Architecture, and Public Policy. The admission process includes the GITAM Research Admissions Test, known as GReAT, followed by an interview. Candidates with valid CSIR, UGC NET, GATE, GPAT, ICAR, or DBT-JRF scores, and eligible candidates applying under the extramural category, are exempted from GReAT and can appear directly for the interview.
GITAM Deemed to be University PhD Admissions Key Dates 2026
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Event |
Date (s) |
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Last date for submission of online applications |
11th May 2026 |
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Entrance Exam (In-Person) Science, Management |
30th May 2026 |
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Entrance Exam (Online) Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Pharmacy, Law, & Architecture |
23rd May 2026 |
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Results of Ph.D. Entrance Exam |
30th May 2026 |
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Interviews (In-Person at GITAM Campus) Science, Management |
30th May 2026 to 1st June 2026 |
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Interviews (In-Person at GITAM Visakhapatnam) Architecture |
8th June 2026 to 19th June 2026 |
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Online Interviews Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Pharmacy, Law |
8th June 2026 to 19th June 2026 |
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Final Admission Results |
On or Before 30th June 2026 |
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Release of PhD. Admission Offer Letters, Payment of Fees, and Document Verification |
July – August 2026 |
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Commencement of the PhD. Programme |
24th August 2026 |
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Last Date for Admission Cancellation with refund of fees |
15th September 2026 |
Note: Candidates will be notified in the event of any alterations to the aforementioned schedule.
GITAM Deemed to be University PhD Eligibility Criteria 2026
A 1-year/2-semester master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8- semester bachelor’s degree programme OR a 2-year/4-semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade in a point scale wherever the grading system is followed.
How To Apply for GITAM PhD Admissions 2026?
a) Candidates have to submit online application by paying a non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 1200/- on or before 11th May 2026
b) Candidates MUST CHECK their eligibility before submitting online application
c) The copies of all the certificates to be uploaded while submitting online application
d) The University will nottake any responsibility for the non-receipt of applications in time (i.e. 11th May 2026 up to 5pm)
GITAM Deemed to be University Selection Process 2026
a) GITAM shall conduct GITAM Research Admissions Test (GReAT) – a written test, for all eligible candidates.
b) Candidates who have a valid CSIR / UGC- NET or GATE/ GPAT, ICAR, DBT-JRF examinations score, and candidates applying under Extramural category are exempted from GReAT and are eligible for a direct interview.
c) Interviews shall be conducted for
i. Candidates who have cleared the GReAT.
ii. Candidates who have cleared the above-mentioned national level examinations.
d) The interview shall consider the following aspects, viz. whether:
i. The candidate possesses the competence for the proposed research area.
ii. The research work can be suitably undertaken atthe Institution/School.
iii. The proposed area of research can contribute to generate new/additional knowledge.
e) The candidates who qualify in the Interview shall be offered Admission letters into the Ph.D. Programme.
f) Admission is purely based on merit.
g) Merely meeting the requirements may not ensure admission.
GITAM PhD Fees 2026
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Ph.D. Mode of Admission |
Application Fee |
Annual Fee |
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Full-Time |
INR 1,200 |
INR 30,000 |
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Full-Time (Foreign Nationals)* |
NIL |
USD 2,500 |
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Extramural |
INR 1,200 |
INR 1,00,000 |
Note: Academic Fee issubject to revision from time to time as decided by the University. *A limited number of Fellowships shall be awarded to selected candidates under Full Time – Foreign Nationals category.
GITAM Deemed to be University Contact Details
Address:-
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Visakhapatnam: Gandhi Nagar, Rushikonda, Visakhapatnam – 530045 Andhra Pradesh, India
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Hyderabad: Rudraram, Patancheru, Hyderabad – 502329 Telengana, India
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Bengaluru: NH 207, Nagadenehalli, Doddaballapur taluk, Bengaluru – 561203 Karnataka, India
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Contact Number: 0891 2866411
Email ID: phdsupport@gitam.edu
About GITAM Deemed to be University
GITAM (Deemed to be University), established in 1980, is a multidisciplinary institution with campuses in Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. GITAM holds an A++ accreditation from NAAC and is recognised as a Category 1 institution by the UGC, with NBA accreditation for multiple programmes.
Its academic and research quality is reflected in national and global rankings, including a position of 88 among universities in the NIRF Rankings 2025, with domain strengths in Innovation (11 to 50), Pharmacy (33), and Law (38). Internationally, GITAM is ranked in the 801 to 850 band in the QS Asia University Rankings 2026.
