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122 Best PhD Programs in India

There are 122 PhD programs in India, spread across 22 universities — most run 4–6 years. Courses from Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology and Nirma University come first, because those universities rank highest.

121Jain Vishva Bharati Institute
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D.Litt & Ph.D. in Rajasthani Bhasha Evam Sahitya

Jain Vishva Bharati Institute · India

The D.Litt and Ph.D. program in Rajasthani Bhasha Evam Sahitya at Jain Vishva Bharati Institute is a unique academic pursuit focusing on the Rajasthani language and literature. Thi...

PhD / Doctorate
4–6 years
Full Time
Languages & Linguistics
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122Jain Vishva Bharati Institute
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D.Litt & Ph.D. in Yoga and Science of Living

Jain Vishva Bharati Institute · India

The D.Litt & Ph.D. in Yoga and Science of Living at Jain Vishva Bharati Institute offers an in-depth exploration into the intersection of yoga, science, and holistic living. This r...

PhD / Doctorate
4–6 years
Full Time
Medicine & Health Sciences
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How these courses are ranked

Below them, universities follow their research output: Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) is cited most (515,051 citations). 4 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

The most common subjects are Languages & Linguistics (16), Engineering (15), Social Sciences & Psychology (9) and Science (7). The usual length is 4–6 years and 3 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Tripura University offers the widest choice, with 41 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD in India?

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) (#61 in India), Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (#81 in India) and Nirma University (#104 in India) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a PhD course take in India?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with 3 years the next most common.

When do PhD courses start in India?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.

Which university has the most PhD courses in India?

Tripura University, with 41, ahead of University of North Bengal (27).

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