To be eligible for the Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) program at Scott Christian College Kanyakumari, applicants must meet certain criteria. Firstly, candidates should have a Master's degree in a relevant field from a recognized university. Additionally, they must have secured a minimum of 55% or an equivalent grade in their postgraduate studies. However, a relaxation of 5% is provided for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/differently-abled and other categories as per the government norms. Furthermore, applicants need to qualify in a national-level entrance examination, such as UGC NET/JRF, CSIR NET, or GATE, or possess an M.Phil. degree. Finally, aspiring Ph.D. students must successfully clear the personal interview conducted by the college's selection committee.