PhD Admissions 2025-26 | IIT Bombay – Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management

PhD Admissions 2025-26 | IIT Bombay – Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management

The Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM), IIT Bombay has announced its PhD Admissions for the Spring Semester 2025-26. Known for its rigorous academic environment and research-driven ecosystem, SJMSOM offers scholars an opportunity to pursue cutting-edge research across diverse areas of management.

🎓 About the PhD Programme

• One-year on-campus compulsory coursework
• Annual progress assessments every year
• Average duration: 4–5 years
• Option for part-time mode after coursework
• Generous stipend and conference funding for eligible candidates
• Specialized track: PhD in Financial Markets (funded by IITB–Citadel Securities Quantitative Research Lab)

🧠 Research Areas

• Decision Sciences & Quantitative Methods
• Economics & Policy
• Finance & Accounting
• Information Systems / IT
• Marketing and Entrepreneurship
• Operations & Supply Chain Management
• Technology & Innovation Management
• Strategic Management & Competitiveness
• International Business
• Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

📋 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet at least one of the following:

1. 4-year Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks (6.5 CPI) and 2 years of experience
2. Master’s degree in any discipline (MBA/M.Tech./M.Sc./MA/M.Com./MCA etc.)
3. Executive MBA (≥ 1 year) from IITs/IIMs or recognized institutions
4. CA, CS, CFA or ICWA (CMA) with ≥ 60% in preceding degree

(Relaxation of 5% marks for SC/ST applicants)

🧾 Selection Process

• Written Test: 90-minute Aptitude Test (English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Analytical Reasoning & Data Interpretation)
• Personal Interview: Conducted in the proposed research area for qualified candidates

📅 Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 17 October 2025
• Last Date (With Fine): 21 October 2025

🌐 How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply online through the official portal:

👉 https://www.som.iitb.ac.in/doctoral-programme-info/

For queries: 📧 phdcoord@som.iitb.ac.in | 📞 022-2576 7782

📌 Why Choose IIT Bombay for PhD?

• Strong academic mentorship and interdisciplinary research culture
• International exposure through conference funding
• Access to world-class laboratories and research facilities
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful policy and industry-linked research

Source: SJMSOM, IIT Bombay PhD Admissions Brochure 2025-26