Ph.D

An FPM is equivalent to a PhD in Management. 

FPM programs offered by various business schools and management institutes are essentially doctoral-level programs that confer a PhD degree upon completion.

The process for PhD admissions for most of the colleges generally starts in December.

Please refer to the website, for the exact dates of the particular college/university.

SJMSOM PhD tuition fee is around INR 96,000. Additionally, hostel fee is INR 1.39 lakh and the one-time fee cost is INR 11,600. The total course fee may include other components, such as caution deposit, hostel fee, thesis fee, library security deposit (Refundable), etc. Some of the fee components are one-time chargeable, while some have to be paid annually/semesterly. It must be noted that the mentioned fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Candidates can pursue PhD in Biochemical Engineering after completing MTech in Chemical Engineering or any other related specialisation. Candidates need to clear the Research Eligibility Test as well as interview in order to secure admission to PhD course. A handful of colleges offer PhD courses in Biochemical Engineering such as: 

• Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur
• Indrashil University

BIIB Pune selects candidates based on entrance exams such as UGC NET, UGC CSIR NET, GATE, etc. The institute also conducts an entrance test (SBUP-PET) for admission to the PhD programme. The qualifying marks for the entrance test is 50%. Selected candidates are further called for an interview/viva voce round for final selection.

Candidates who have passed a master's degree with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade 'B' in the UGC 7-point scale (50% aggregate for SC/ ST) are eligible to apply for BIIB Pune PhD course. 

Aspirants who are fellow members of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), and Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India (ICWAI), with five years of professional experience are also eligible.

Yes in general a master's degree is one of the stepping stones toward a doctorate. However before taking a decision on that, reflect on why you want to pursue a doctorate.

A PhD is typically a research degree. It may help in teaching and consulting. A master's degree indicates mastery of one's profession.

Experience is not mandatory. Though it strengthens your resume. It will help you relate to the curriculum even more. It will give you insights into this field. This course is ideal for you if you want to become a professor or a researcher.

No, there's no age limit to opt for a PhD in Forensic Science, however, you'll need to fulfil the eligibility requirements and clear the exams required to get admission to the program.