Top Private PhD Colleges in India 2026

Updated on - Jul 14, 2025 09:38 PM IST

There are total 1198 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges in India. Out of the total, 698 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges are private and 204 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) are owned by the government.CSIR NET, DUEE, PU CET PG, UGC, CSIR are accepted for admission in Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges in India. Top 10 Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) colleges are IISC Bangalore, IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Kanpur, IIT Roorkee, Jawaharlal Nehru University, Banaras Hindu University, IIT Hyderabad, Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi University.

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) College Highlights in India

Total Number of colleges	1198
Accepted Entrance Exams	CSIR NET, DUEE, PU CET PG, UGC, CSIR
Average Fees	₹ 1.14 Lacs
Average Placement	₹ 300000.0

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

State	Number of Colleges	Average Fees
Maharashtra	206	₹ 124158
Tamil Nadu	195	₹ 61373
Karnataka	93	₹ 118826
Gujarat	84	₹ 168569
Rajasthan	79	₹ 116617
Uttar Pradesh	78	₹ 100259
Kerala	51	₹ 64410
Madhya Pradesh	49	₹ 139692
Haryana	37	₹ 153723
Andhra Pradesh	36	₹ 72821

Top Govt Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
IISC Bangalore	-	-
IIT Bombay	-	-
IIT Delhi	-	-
IIT Kanpur	765	₹ 40032
IIT Roorkee	-	-
Jawaharlal Nehru University	70	-
Banaras Hindu University	-	₹ 8368
IIT Hyderabad	60	₹ 286057
Jamia Millia Islamia	-	-
Aligarh Muslim University - Distance Learning	-	-

Top Private Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) Colleges in India

College Name	Seat Intake	Average Fees
Manipal University	-	₹ 305000
AMRITA SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING, Coimbatore	-	-
SRM University Chennai	-	-
BITS Pilani	-	₹ 78570
IIT Dhanbad	-	-
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology	-	₹ 168000
LPU	-	₹ 183265
SASTRA University	-	-
Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (Deemed to be University)	-	-
Institute of Chemical Technology	-	-

Showing 673 Private PhD Colleges in India

MPSTME Mumbai

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
UGC

80,000 PhD
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CSIR Exams
...+6 UGC , GATE , CAT , XAT , MHT-CET , CMAT

MPSTME Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2006. MPSTME Mumbai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, PGDM, M.Tech, Certificate, MCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 156+ students

Geeta University

4.7
(17 Reviews)
Panipat, Haryana
Private
UGC
...+1 AICTE

99,000 - 1,10,000 PhD
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Geeta University is a Private Institute located in Panipat, Haryana. It was established in the year 1985. Geeta University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 8148+ students

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune

4.1
(30 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

1,50,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 NEET SS , NEET PG , Maharashtra HSC

Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2000. Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University, Pune offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22077+ students

K J Somaiya Institute of Engineering and Information Technology

4.3
(51 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

50,000 PhD
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MHT-CET Exams
...+2 GATE , JEE Main

K J Somaiya Institute of Engineering and Information Technology is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2001. K J Somaiya Institute of Engineering and Information Technology offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, B.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 328+ students

SLCU bangalore

4.2
(11 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
BCI

35,000 PhD
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CSIR NET Exams
...+5 LSAT-India , GATE , CLAT , Karnataka 2nd PUC , CBSE 12th

SLCU bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. SLCU bangalore offers Regular courses such as PhD, M.Phil, BA+LLB, LLM, BBA+LLB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 123+ students

Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law

Goa, Goa
Private
UGC
...+1 BCI

Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law is a Private Institute located in Goa. It was established in the year 1979. Govind Ramnath Kare College of Law offers Regular courses such as LLB, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 66+ students

IMED Pune

4.3
(6 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 NAAC

IMED Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1978. IMED Pune offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, BCA, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 57+ students

Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Bikaner, Rajasthan
Private

ICAR AIEEA Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , Rajasthan Pre PG , RBSE 12th

Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University is a Private University located in Bikaner, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2004. Swami Keshwanand Rajasthan Agricultural University offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, MSc, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 31+ students

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Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography

Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
NICTE
...+1 Other

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Karnataka 2nd PUC

Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1987. Natya Institute of Kathak and Choreography offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, BA, PhD, BASLP in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18+ students

University College of Law

4.0
(7 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
NAAC

TS PGLCET Exams

University College of Law is a Private Institute located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was established in the year 2011. University College of Law offers Regular, Part Time courses such as LLB, PGD, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 140+ students

IIHMR Delhi

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Delhi, Delhi
Private
AICTE
...+2 NBA , AIU

4,50,000 PhD
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CAT Exams
...+1 MAT

IIHMR Delhi is a Private Institute located in Delhi. It was established in the year 2008. IIHMR Delhi offers Regular, Online courses such as PGDM, PGD, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5101+ students

Pimpri Chinchwad University

4.2
(13 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+5 ISO , AICTE , NAAC , NABET , COA

55,000 - 1,00,000 PhD
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JEE Main Exams
...+6 CAT , UCEED , DAT , CEED , NIFT , GATE

Pimpri Chinchwad University is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2020. Pimpri Chinchwad University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 63706+ students

Maharishi Arvind Institute of Science and Management

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
MHRD
...+1 AICTE

CSIR Exams
...+6 UGC , CAT , GMAT , XAT , CMAT , MAT

Maharishi Arvind Institute of Science and Management is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 2010. Maharishi Arvind Institute of Science and Management offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 50+ students

Dr Preeti Global University

4.0
(2 Reviews)
Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh
Private
Indian Nur
...+5 NCTE , UGC , PCI , AICTE , MCNUJC, Bhopal

1,00,000 - 1,50,000 PhD
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Maharashtra HSC Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Dr Preeti Global University is a Private Institute located in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2022. Dr Preeti Global University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 22773+ students

BVUCOE Pune

4.0
(9 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+4 AICTE , MHRD , Government of Maharashtra , NAAC

GATE Exams
...+6 NEET PG , BVP CET , MHT-CET , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th , NIMCET

BVUCOE Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1983. BVUCOE Pune offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, M.Tech, PGD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 162+ students

IMS Kolkata

4.0
(23 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , MAKAUT WB

83,750 PhD
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JEMAT Exams
...+2 NEET , MAT

IMS Kolkata is a Private Institute located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It was established in the year 2006. IMS Kolkata offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 42609+ students

D.B.S. College

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

9,800 PhD
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UK 12th Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , CAT , MAT

D.B.S. College is a Private Institute located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. It was established in the year 1961. D.B.S. College offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, BSc, BA, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 133+ students

Sangameshwar College

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Solapur, Maharashtra
Private
NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Maharashtra HSC

Sangameshwar College is a Private Institute located in Solapur, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1953. Sangameshwar College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 198+ students

IIIM Jaipur

4.0
(3 Reviews)
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Private
AICTE

CSIR NET Exams
...+6 CAT , GMAT , CMAT , XAT , UGC NET , MAT

IIIM Jaipur is a Private Institute located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. It was established in the year 1995. IIIM Jaipur offers Regular courses such as MBA, MCA, PhD, MAM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 216+ students

Dayananda Sagar Institute of Technology

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE

CBSE 10th Exams
...+5 GATE , Karnataka PGCET , COMEDK UGET , KCET , CBSE 12th

Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology and Management (DSATM) was established in 2011 in Bengaluru as a part of Dayananda Sagar Institutions (DSI). It is accredited by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) and is affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). One of the popular courses the institute offers is a 4-year BE programme in six specialisations. Admissions are done on the basis of merit scores and valid scores in the entrance exams like CET.

Shortlisted by 149+ students

AVS Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya

Bijapur, Karnataka
Private

AVS Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Bijapur, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1955. AVS Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya offers Regular courses such as PhD, MD, BAMS in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 48+ students

SCOP Pune

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
PCI

GPAT Exams

SCOP Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. . SCOP Pune offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, Diploma, M.Pharm, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 54+ students

Sinhgad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
Other
...+2 NBA , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

Sinhgad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2004. Sinhgad Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 832+ students

Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
Other

Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1974. Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education offers Regular courses such as PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 34+ students

MET Mumbai

4.1
(8 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+4 NBA , PCI , ISO , DTE

GATE Exams
...+3 SET , XAT , MAT

MET Mumbai specialties

Rankings : Top Ranked B-School - Ranked 4th Best B-School in Mumbai and 28th Best B-School in India by the Times B-School Survey 2023 - Awarded 'A++' grade by Business India
Region : Strategic Bandra Location - Situated in Bandra (West), adjacent to the Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC), India's premier financial hub - Direct access to corporate headquarters, media houses, and consulting firms for frequent industry interaction
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs 4.3 - 10.0 L (Total) - MMS programs follow University of Mumbai regulated fee structures, while PGDM offers premium industry-aligned curriculum
ROI : Good ROI - Strong placement record in BFSI and Media sectors relative to the tuition fee - Extensive corporate networking opportunities through its Mumbai-centric location
Flagship Courses : PGDM (e-Business) - A unique program focusing on digital transformation, business analytics, and technology-driven management - Approved by AICTE and recognized for its relevance in the modern digital economy
Specializations : Digital & Media Focus - Specialized tracks in e-Business and Media & Entertainment management - Curriculum integrated with latest tools in Data Science and Digital Marketing
Placements : Sector-Specific Excellence - Strong focus on BFSI, Consulting, and Media & Advertising sectors - Dedicated 'MET Placement Cell' facilitating year-round recruitment drives
Top Industries : BFSI, Media & IT - Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) - Media, Entertainment, and Digital Advertising
Diversity : Global Social Recognition - Only private educational trust in India with Special Consultative Status with the UN (ECOSOC) - Strong emphasis on social sensitivity and global citizenship through the MET Rishikul Vidyalaya and NGO partnerships
Internships : Corporate Immersion - Mandatory summer internships with top-tier firms like HDFC Bank, Kantar, and Tata Motors - Live projects with Mumbai-based startups and MNCs
Partnerships/Exchange Programs : International Academic Alliances - Collaborations with Michigan State University and Tianjin University, China - Professional tie-ups with ACCA (UK) for global accounting standards
Alumni : Media & Corporate Leaders - Notable alumni include John Abraham (Actor/Producer) and Tarun Katial (Media Veteran) - Strong network of professionals in leadership roles across Mumbai's corporate landscape
Guest Lecturers : Industry Veteran Access - Regular sessions by CXOs from companies like Reliance, Google, and various leading banks - Workshops led by international faculty from partner universities
Hostel : Urban Accommodation Support - As a vertical city campus, MET provides assistance for off-campus housing in the Bandra/suburban area - Proximity to high-end residential amenities and student-friendly localities
Infrastructure : High-Tech Vertical Campus - State-of-the-art 'MET World of Music' (MWM) and fully e-enabled library - Convention Centre with 800+ seating capacity and advanced computer labs

Shortlisted by 39421+ students

AISSMS IOIT

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
NBA
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

MHT-CET Exams
...+1 JEE Main

AISSMS IOIT is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1999. AISSMS IOIT offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, B.E., M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1169+ students

St. Joseph College Of Arts And Science

5.0
(2 Reviews)
Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Tamilnadu 12th Exams
...+2 CBSE 12th , NIMCET

St. Joseph College Of Arts And Science is a Private Institute located in Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1991. St. Joseph College Of Arts And Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 112+ students

Shri Krishna University

4.1
(43 Reviews)
Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
Private

1,73,333 PhD
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Shri Krishna University is a Private Institute located in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. It was established in the year 2018. Shri Krishna University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, B.Des, BSc, BA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 7694+ students

SIT Mangalore

2.0
(1 Reviews)
Mangalore, Karnataka
Private
Council of
...+2 NAAC , AICTE

CSIR NET Exams
...+6 KMAT , GATE , Karnataka PGCET , COMEDK UGET , KCET , JEST

SIT Mangalore is a Private Institute located in Mangalore, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2006. SIT Mangalore offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, M.Tech, MCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 109+ students

KVPS, INSTITUTE OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION, BORADI

Dhule, Maharashtra
Private

GPAT Exams

KVPS, INSTITUTE OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION, BORADI is a Private Institute located in Dhule, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2006. KVPS, INSTITUTE OF PHARMACEUTICAL EDUCATION, BORADI offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

Top Private PhD Colleges in India 2026

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) College Highlights in India

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Showing 673 Private PhD Colleges in India

80,000 PhD

CSIR Exams

99,000 - 1,10,000 PhD

1,50,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

50,000 PhD

MHT-CET Exams

35,000 PhD

CSIR NET Exams

ICAR AIEEA Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

TS PGLCET Exams

4,50,000 PhD

CAT Exams

55,000 - 1,00,000 PhD

JEE Main Exams

CSIR Exams

1,00,000 - 1,50,000 PhD

Maharashtra HSC Exams

GATE Exams

83,750 PhD

JEMAT Exams

9,800 PhD

UK 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CSIR NET Exams

CBSE 10th Exams

GPAT Exams

GATE Exams

MET Mumbai specialties

MHT-CET Exams

Tamilnadu 12th Exams

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