Ph.D in Economics

Doctor in Philosophy is the highest degree awarded by the University. It is a distinctive training given on research. The Program aims to train prospective Scholars to become highly skilled and innovative researchers in their respective field of study. A Research Scholar needs to complete their Coursework, Thesis/ Dissertation, Complete Examination and Viva Voice to qualify for the degree. ARKA JAIN University, Jharkhand offers Ph.d programmes and regulates these through its academic Council, and are in compliance with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for award of M.PHIL./PH.D Degrees) Regulations, 2016.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE PH.D PROGRAMME
  1. It is an advanced postgraduate degree involving three or more years of independent research on an original topic
  2. Full time or Part Time (Distance mode not allowed)
  3. Is carried out with the support of one or more expert academic supervisors
  4. Results in a thesis that offers a significant original contribution to knowledge
  5. Confers the title ‘Doctor’ upon successful candidates.
  6. Is the highest academic degree a student can achieve and is considered the de facto entrance qualification for a career in academic.
SUBJECTS SPECIALIZATION AREAS OFFERED FOR PH.D FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2018:
Sl. No Faculty No. of Seats
1 Faculty of Commerce & Management (All Subjects) 20
2 Faculty of Arts (Economics & English) Economics – 12
English – 04

Doctor in Philosophy is the highest degree awarded by the University. It is a distinctive training given on research. The Program aims to train prospective Scholars to become highly skilled and innovative researchers in their respective field of study. A Research Scholar needs to complete their Coursework, Thesis/ Dissertation, Complete Examination and Viva Voice to qualify for the degree. ARKA JAIN University, Jharkhand offers Ph.d programmes and regulates these through its academic Council, and are in compliance with UGC (Minimum Standards and Procedure for award of M.PHIL./PH.D Degrees) Regulations, 2016.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
  • Master’s Degree / Post Graduation (2 years) / M.Phil with minimum 55% marks of equivalent for General Category and 50% marks for SC / ST Category Candidates
  • Should obtain no objection certificate from his/her organization
  • No Candidate shall be eligible to register for the Ph.D. programme if he/she is already registered for any full time programme of study in any University/Institution
COURSE DURATION
  • Ph.D. programme shall be for a minimum duration of three years, including course work and a maximum of six years.
  • Extension beyond the above limits will be governed by the relevant clauses as stipulated in the Statute/Ordinance of the university
  • The women candidates and Persons with Disability (more than 40% disability) may be allowed a relaxation of two years for Ph.D. in the maximum duration. In addition, the women candidates may be provided Maternity Leave/Child Care Leave once in the entire duration of Ph.D. for up to 240 days
PH.D @ AJU

ARKA JAIN University has team of well qualified and talented experts to guide and supervise the academic works of the scholars through explicit discussions & provide support at all times that will help & reflect the academic progress to plan, manage, communicate and write research and also excel examination and trained for viva voice to achieve the doctorate degree.

World Class Digital Library facilitated with latest E-Books/E-Journals. An advanced Digital facility is provided. The electronic resources can be accessed on or off campus, 24/7. Scholars can surf the internet, watch and listen academic related videos & audios in the digital library. The users from the can also browse the parent library through the Library OPAC (Online Public Access Catalog) and even subscribed electronic databases.
The scholars are encouraged to use the computers available in library, may also access Computer Lab for research works and are also encouraged to bring their own mobile device, tablet or laptop as per convenience.

Auditorium: There is an air-conditioned Seminar Hall and Auditorium with audio-visual facilities with ample seating capacity where regular seminars, Paper and other Presentations are regularly held to nurture & polish the talents of our Scholars.

Transportation: A fleet of buses ply from University to various locations of Jamshedpur to pick and drop the students and faculties.

Accommodation: The hostel is available for outstation women candidates only.