MIT University Sikkim has opened applications for PhD admissions for the 2026 academic session. Interested candidates can apply online through the university’s official admission portal. The last date to submit applications is February 25, 2026.
Key Details
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Last Date to Apply: February 25, 2026
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Application Mode: Online
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Official Website: mituniversity.edu.in
Applicants must complete the registration process before the deadline via the official website.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
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Master’s degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university
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Minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer/PwD)
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For professional programmes, Bachelor’s degree holders with relevant research experience may also apply
Entrance Examination for MIT
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Valid qualification in UGC NET (including JRF), UGC-CSIR NET, GATE, SLET/SET, or equivalent national-level exams
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Candidates without these qualifications must appear for the university entrance test
Work Experience
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Preference will be given to candidates with research publications in peer-reviewed journals or relevant professional experience
Programme Duration & Mode
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Duration: Minimum 3 years, Maximum 6 years
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Mode: Full-time and Part-time options
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Research Areas: Engineering, Management, Sciences, Humanities, and Law
Important Dates
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Application Start: January 2026
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Last Date: February 25, 2026
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Entrance Test (if applicable): March 2026
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Interview/Presentation: April 2026
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Results: May 2026
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Registration & Coursework: July 2026
Selection Process
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Document Verification of academic records and research proposal
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Entrance Test (if required)
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Research Proposal Presentation
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Personal Interview by the departmental research committee
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Final Merit List based on test scores (if applicable), proposal quality, interview performance, and research experience
Fee & Scholarships
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Registration Fee: ₹1,000 (non-refundable)
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Programme Fee: To be notified with the offer letter
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Scholarships: Available for UGC JRF/NET holders and eligible candidates under institute fellowships
Reservation Policy (UGC Norms)
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SC: 15% | ST: 7.5% | OBC (NCL): 27% | EWS: 10%
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PwD: 5% (horizontal)
Documents Required
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Master’s degree marksheets and certificates
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NET/GATE/equivalent scorecard (if applicable)
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Research proposal (2,000–3,000 words)
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Category certificate (if applicable)
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Work experience certificates (if any)
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Research publications (if any)
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Valid ID proof and recent photographs
Career Prospects
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Academia: Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Research Associate
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R&D: Senior Research Scientist (DRDO, ISRO, CSIR labs)
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Industry: R&D Manager, Technical Consultant, SME
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Policy & Administration: Educational consultant, UGC/AICTE roles
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Entrepreneurship: Consultancy, EdTech, independent research
Why MIT University Sikkim
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UGC-approved PhD programmes as per 2023 regulations
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Strong research infrastructure and funding support
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Interdisciplinary research opportunities
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Experienced supervisors with international publications
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Placement and industry linkages
Candidates planning to pursue doctoral studies at MIT University Sikkim must apply by February 25, 2026. Applicants are advised to ensure accuracy of documents and submit a well-defined research proposal. For updates and detailed guidelines, visit the official website.