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 674 Private PhD Colleges in India

SPIHER Chennai

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

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

SPIHER Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2008. SPIHER Chennai offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1094+ students

PPG College of Arts and Science

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC

40,000 - 50,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Tamilnadu 12th

PPG College of Arts and Science is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1992. PPG College of Arts and Science offers Regular courses such as MBA, BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5051+ students

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Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development

Mysuru, Karnataka
Private
NBA
...+4 MHRD , ACBSP , AICTE , EFMD

50,000 PhD
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CAT Exams
...+2 CMAT , XAT

Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development is a Private Institute located in Mysuru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1993. Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development offers Regular, Part Time courses such as PGDM, Certificate, PhD, PGP in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 114+ students

KCET Virudhunagar

4.7
(3 Reviews)
Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

TANCET Exams
...+1 GATE

KCET Virudhunagar is a Private Institute located in Virudhunagar, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1998. KCET Virudhunagar offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 53+ students

Karve Institute Of Social Service

Pune, Maharashtra
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

Karve Institute Of Social Service is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1963. Karve Institute Of Social Service offers Regular courses such as PGD, PhD, M.Phil, MSW in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 202+ students

IFHE - Faculty of Law

4.6
(5 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
UGC

80,000 PhD
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IFHE - Faculty of Law is a Private Institute located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was established in the year 1995. IFHE - Faculty of Law offers Regular, Part Time courses such as PGD, Certificate, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5968+ students

Kovai Kalaimagal College of Arts and Science

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+2 NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

25,000 - 30,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 GMAT , XAT , CAT , CMAT , MAT , Tamilnadu 12th

Kovai Kalaimagal College of Arts and Science is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1996. Kovai Kalaimagal College of Arts and Science offers Regular courses such as BSc, BBA, BCA, B.Com, MSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 210+ students

Kedar Nath Girdhari Lal Khatri PG College

Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private

Kedar Nath Girdhari Lal Khatri PG College is a Private Institute located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 1948. Kedar Nath Girdhari Lal Khatri PG College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, LLB, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 121+ students

VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science (AUTONOMOUS)

3.7
(9 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 NAAC , AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

21,500 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+6 GMAT , XAT , CAT , CMAT , MAT , Tamilnadu 12th

VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science (AUTONOMOUS) is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1991. VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science (AUTONOMOUS) offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 10148+ students

Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science (MSCAS), Chennai

2.7
(3 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+2 ISO , NAAC

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

Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science (MSCAS), Chennai is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1991. Mohamed Sathak College of Arts and Science (MSCAS), Chennai offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 272+ students

The NorthCap University-School of Law

Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
NAAC
...+1 ASIC

3,25,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 CAT , MAT , GATE , UGC NET

The NorthCap University-School of Law is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 1996. The NorthCap University-School of Law offers Regular, Part Time courses such as BSc, BBA, BCA, MA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 50+ students

K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies

New Delhi, Delhi
Private

2,70,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 CSIR NET , HBSE 12th , GATE , UGC NET

K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies is a Private Institute located in New Delhi, Delhi. . K. R. Mangalam Institutions Of Higher Studies offers Regular courses such as MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 63+ students

AMET University

4.0
(4 Reviews)
Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu
Private
UGC
...+3 AICTE , ISO , NAAC

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 Tamilnadu 12th

AMET University is a Private Institute located in Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1993. AMET University offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BBA, B.Com in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 3956+ students

Hindusthan Group Of Institutions

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+3 NBA , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+3 TANCET , GATE , TNEA

Hindusthan Group Of Institutions is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 2007. Hindusthan Group Of Institutions offers Regular, Part Time courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BSc, BA, BBA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 896+ students

Alliance School of Law

4.5
(2 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
BCI

2,10,000 PhD
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Alliance School of Law is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2010. Alliance School of Law offers Regular courses such as LLB, PhD, BA+LLB, LLM, BBA+LLB in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 18135+ students

SSAA Gurgaon

5.0
(1 Reviews)
Gurgaon, Haryana
Private
AICTE
...+1 COA

CBSE 12th Exams
...+1 HBSE 12th

SSAA Gurgaon is a Private Institute located in Gurgaon, Haryana. It was established in the year 1989. SSAA Gurgaon offers Regular courses such as BSc, PhD, B.Arch, M.Arch, M.Plan in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 25+ students

LTCE Mumbai

4.0
(7 Reviews)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE

MHTCET MTech Exams
...+3 GATE , MHT-CET , JEE Main

LTCE Mumbai is a Private Institute located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1994. LTCE Mumbai offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, PhD, M.E. in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 167+ students

S.N.R. Sons College

Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
NAAC
...+2 AICTE , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 TANCET MBA , Tamilnadu 12th

S.N.R. Sons College is a Private Institute located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1987. S.N.R. Sons College offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 79+ students

G H Raisoni University, Amravati

3.5
(4 Reviews)
Amravati, Maharashtra
Private

1,25,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Maharashtra HSC , MPBSE 12th

G H Raisoni University, Amravati is a Private Institute located in Amravati, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2018. G H Raisoni University, Amravati offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, PGDM, Executive MBA, BSc in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 61501+ students

CMR University-Seamedu, Bangalore (CMRU) , Bengaluru

4.1
(9 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
UGC

CSIR NET Exams
...+1 CMRUAT

CMR University-Seamedu, Bangalore is a Private Institute located in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It was established in the year 2013. CMR University-Seamedu, Bangalore offers Regular courses such as BSc, BCA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 5359+ students

Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Private
Internatio

3,85,000 PhD
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CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 SITEEE , CUET

Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture is a Private Institute located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. It was established in the year 2010. Himalayan University Powered by i Nurture offers Regular courses such as B.Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, BCA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 1486+ students

Shri Basaveshwar Vidya Vardak Sangha College Of Pharmacy

Bagalkot, Karnataka
Private
Government
...+1 AICTE

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

Shri Basaveshwar Vidya Vardak Sangha College Of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Bagalkot, Karnataka. It was established in the year 1992. Shri Basaveshwar Vidya Vardak Sangha College Of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 63+ students

G.Pulla Reddy College of Pharmacy

4.3
(3 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Private
Pharmacy C

CBSE 12th Exams
...+4 TS EAMCET , TS PGECET , GPAT , TSBIE

G.Pulla Reddy College of Pharmacy is a Private Institute located in Hyderabad, Telangana. It was established in the year 1994. G.Pulla Reddy College of Pharmacy offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, Pharm.D in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 236+ students

SNCW Kollam

Kollam, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Kerala University Admission , Kerala 12th

SNCW Kollam is a Private Institute located in Kollam, Kerala. It was established in the year 1951. SNCW Kollam offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 19+ students

Morning Star Home Science College

Ernakulam, Kerala
Private
UGC
...+1 NAAC

UGC-CSIR Exams
...+3 CBSE 12th , JEST , Kerala 12th

Morning Star Home Science College is a Private Institute located in Ernakulam, Kerala. It was established in the year 1993. Morning Star Home Science College offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, MSc, MA, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 193+ students

GITAM Institute of Management

4.8
(13 Reviews)
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
Private
NAAC

90,000 PhD
Get Fee Details
CMAT Exams

GITAM Institute of Management is a Private Institute located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It was established in the year 1988. GITAM Institute of Management offers Regular, Part Time courses such as MBA, BA, BBA, B.Com, Diploma in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 134+ students

KCT Coimbatore

4.5
(4 Reviews)
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Private
NBA
...+2 AICTE , NAAC

MAT Exams
...+2 CAT , TANCET MBA

KCT Business School specialties

Region : Industrial Hub Advantage - Proximity to IT, Manufacturing Hubs - Access to diverse corporate sectors

Rankings : Strong Regional, National Ranks - Ranked #8 in Tamil Nadu (The Week 2024) - Ranked #113 Nationally (The Week 2024)

Fees : Mid-Range Fees - Rs 3L (Total) for MBA - Competitive program cost

ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Strong average placement package - Value for money education

Flagship Courses : Industry-Integrated MBA Program - Comprehensive MBA offerings - Focus on practical learning

Specializations : Diverse Management Specializations - Entrepreneurship, Operations, Project Management - Logistics, Supply Chain Management expertise

Placements : Broad Sector Placement Focus - Strong placements in IT, BFSI, Manufacturing - Emphasis on Consulting roles

Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - IT, BFSI, Manufacturing - Consulting, FMCG

Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Fosters diverse student and staff body - Promotes peer learning

Internships : Industry-Aligned Internship Opportunities - Live projects in various industries - Internships in IT, BFSI sectors

Partnerships/Exchange Programs : Global Academic Collaborations - COIL project with Wiesbaden Business School, Germany - Immersion programs in Dubai, Singapore

Alumni : Active Alumni Network - Alumni in top global firms (PwC, Annalect) - Supports current student development

Guest Lecturers : Frequent Industry Expert Sessions - Deloitte, Standard Chartered professionals - Bosch, PwC experts share insights

Shortlisted by 124+ students

The Erode College of Pharmacy & Research Institute

4.0
(1 Reviews)
Erode, Tamil Nadu
Private
PCI
...+1 AICTE

The Erode College of Pharmacy & Research Institute is a Private Institute located in Erode, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1992. The Erode College of Pharmacy & Research Institute offers Regular courses such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, D Pharma, Pharm.D in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 316+ students

Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum

4.8
(4 Reviews)
Trivandrum, Kerala
Private
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

CBSE 12th Exams
...+2 Kerala University Admission , Kerala 12th

Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum is a Private Institute located in Trivandrum, Kerala. It was established in the year 1945. Mahatma Gandhi College (MGC), Trivandrum offers Regular courses such as BSc, BA, B.Com, MSc, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 140+ students

Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Private
NAAC

UP 12th Exams
...+1 CBSE 12th

Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya is a Private Institute located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established in the year 2001. Vasant Kanya Maha Vidyalaya offers Regular courses such as BA, Diploma, MA, Certificate, PhD in multiple disciplines. Read More

Shortlisted by 50+ students

Top Private PhD Colleges in India 2026

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

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

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

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

Showing 674 Private PhD Colleges in India

CBSE 12th Exams

40,000 - 50,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

50,000 PhD

CAT Exams

TANCET Exams

80,000 PhD

25,000 - 30,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

21,500 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

3,25,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

2,70,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

2,10,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

MHTCET MTech Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

1,25,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

CSIR NET Exams

3,85,000 PhD

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

CBSE 12th Exams

UGC-CSIR Exams

90,000 PhD

CMAT Exams

MAT Exams

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