PhD Admission 2026: Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
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Published Date
11/04/2026
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SMRITI SINGH
PhD Admission 2026: Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade invites applications for its Ph.D. (Management) Programme 2026 across multiple campuses.
The programme is offered in Full-Time and Part-Time modes with a strong focus on research in international business and management domains.
Position Overview
Institution | Location | Programme | Mode | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) | Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, GIFT City (India) | Ph.D. (Management) | Full-Time / Part-Time | 30 April 2026 |
Programme Details
Component | Details |
|---|---|
Duration | Minimum 3 years; Maximum 5 years |
Coursework | Mandatory (First Year; 2 Semesters, 18 Credits) |
Intake | Subject to availability of seats and faculty |
Age Limit | No age limit |
Research Areas / Specializations
Finance
Marketing
Strategy
Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management
Global Trade Operations & Logistics
IT Application Management
Operations & Supply Chain Management
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
Educational Qualification | Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks or equivalent |
Alternative Eligibility | 4-year Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 75% marks |
Additional Qualification | M.Phil. or equivalent (acceptable) |
Relaxation | 5% marks relaxation for reserved categories as per norms |
Admission Process
Admission based on UGC NET / JRF scores (June 2024 onwards)
No separate entrance examination
Shortlisting followed by personal interview
Weightage | Criteria |
|---|---|
70% | UGC NET Score |
30% | Interview Performance |
Fee Structure
Category | Details |
|---|---|
Full-Time (Indian Scholars) | No programme fee |
Part-Time (Indian Scholars) | INR 5,10,000 total |
Overseas Candidates | USD 10,000 (Full-Time only) |
Fellowship (Full-Time Scholars)
INR 37,000 per month + HRA (First 2 years)
INR 42,000 per month + HRA (Next 3 years)
Subject to performance evaluation
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply: 30 April 2026
Shortlisting: Third Week of May 2026
Interviews: First Week of June 2026
Final Results: Third Week of June 2026
Programme Start: Second Week of July 2026
Required Documents
Statement of Purpose (4–5 pages)
Academic certificates and mark sheets
Letters of recommendation (2)
Research/professional writing sample (desirable)
Category certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply
Apply online through the official website
Pay application fee:
INR 2,500 (General)
INR 1,250 (SC/ST/PwD)
USD 120 / INR 11,214 (Foreign Nationals)
Upload all required documents during application
Application Link: http://www.iift.ac.in/
Email: research@iift.edu
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