Doctoral Programme in Management at IIM Udaipur

ADMISSION NOTIFICATION: Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) 2026

Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIMU) (An Institute of National Importance | AACSB Accredited)

IIM Udaipur invites applications from highly motivated candidates for its full-time Doctoral Programme in Management for the academic year 2026. As an institute committed to research excellence, IIM Udaipur offers a rigorous program designed to train students for careers in high-quality research and academia.

Program Overview

The Doctoral Programme at IIM Udaipur is a full-time, residential course. It focuses on equipping students with advanced research skills, theoretical knowledge, and the ability to contribute to global management literature.

• Nature of Program: Full-Time & Residential.
• Tuition Fee: 100% Waiver (No tuition fees are charged).
• Research Environment: IIMU is consistently ranked among the top Indian B-schools for research methodology and global output.

Areas of Specialization

Candidates can apply for research in the following disciplines:

1. Decision Sciences
2. Economics
3. Finance & Accounting
4. Marketing
5. Operations Management
6. Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management (OB & HRM)
7. Strategy

Financial Assistance (Fully Funded)

IIM Udaipur provides comprehensive financial support to ensure scholars can focus entirely on their research without financial constraints.

• Monthly Stipend:
• INR 35,000/- per month (First Year).
• INR 40,000/- per month (Second Year).
• INR 45,000/- per month (Third Year onwards, post-comprehensive exam).
• Contingency Grant: INR 25,000/- per year for books, stationery, software, etc.
• Conference Support: Generous funding is provided to present research papers at prestigious national and international conferences.
• Accommodation: Single-occupancy hostel accommodation is provided on campus.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet ONE of the following academic qualifications:

1. Master’s Degree (Master’s or PG Diploma) in any discipline with at least 60% marks (or equivalent CGPA).
2. 4-Year Bachelor’s Degree (B.E./B.Tech/B.Arch) with at least 75% marks (or 7.5 CGPA).

• Note: This allows direct entry for bright engineering graduates without a Master's degree.

1. Professional Qualification (CA / ICWA / CS) along with a Bachelor's degree (B.Com/Degree) with at least 60% marks.

Qualifying Exams: Candidates must have a valid score in CAT / GMAT / GRE / GATE / JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken within the stipulated validity period.

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting: Based on the applicant's academic profile, test scores, and research interests.
2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview (tentatively in March/April 2026).

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: February 09, 2026.
• Interviews: March / April 2026.
• Program Commencement: June 2026.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit their application online through the IIM Udaipur admissions portal.

Official Application Link: https://phd.iimu.ac.in/admissions/

Contact for Queries: PhD Office, IIM Udaipur Email: phd@iimu.ac.in Phone: +91-294-2477100