IIM Tiruchirappalli Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programme in Management is a full-time doctoral program designed for individuals aiming to excel in academic research and teaching. Here are some key details:
IIMT PhD Programme in Management 2025
Programme Overview:
Duration: 4 - 5 years (maximum 6 years)
Mode: Full-time, residential
Target Group: Students/professionals with a strong interest in advanced research and academia
Functional Areas: Economics and Public Policy, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems & Analytics, Marketing, Operations Management & Decision Sciences, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management, Strategy & Entrepreneurship
Admission Criteria:
Eligibility: Master's degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks (or equivalent), or a two-year post-graduate diploma with at least 60% marks (or equivalent), along with a Bachelor's degree with at least 60% marks (or equivalent).
Entrance Exams: IIMB Test, CAT, GRE, GATE, GMAT, UGC-NET/JRF, depending on the area of specialization.
Application Fee: ₹1000 (waived for SC/ST/DAP candidates)
Programme Structure:
Coursework: Doctoral-level courses from the first term
Comprehensive Exam: Must be passed before proceeding to research
Research: Publication-quality research of international standard
Teaching: Work closely with professors as teaching assistants after completing the Comprehensive Qualifying Examination