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CUSAT PhD Courses & Fees 2024: Eligibility, Selection, Application Process

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Last updated on 27 May '25

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PhD 2025 applications are open, and the last date is Jun 30, 2025. Interested candidates can apply for the course through the official website of the university.

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CUSAT PhD Eligibility & Highlights 2024

CUSAT offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in full-time and part-time mode. Candidates wanting to pursue a PhD degree programme need to register with an academic unit of study or institution recognised by Cochin University. Admission to this programme is based on the aspirant’s performance in the Departmental Admission Test (DAT).

Candidates with fellowships by UGC/CSIR/AICTE or similar agencies are exempted from the written examination. Applicants with a valid NET/GATE or similar examination score can also skip the CUSAT DAT exam.

CUSAT PhD Admission 2023: Fee, Eligibility & Selection Criteria

Among the other courses offered at Cochin University, the university offers PhD programmes in its various Schools, Centres and Departments. PhD integrated programmes allow candidates to pursue postgraduate courses along with postdoctoral. There are 29 Schools/Departments/Centres and 22 research centres of CUSAT Kochi that facilitate PhD programmes. Find below the fee, eligibility and selection details for PhD at CUSAT:

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Eligibility & Selection

Total Tuition Fee*

PhD

Eligibility: The candidate should have a Master’s degree or an equivalent degree from a recognised organisation with at least 55% aggregate. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently abled category are eligible for a relaxation of 5% in marks of the qualifying exam.

LLM (IPR) PhD: Applicant shall have a Bachelor’s degree in Law with 55% aggregate.
LLM (IP) PhD: Candidate must have Bachelor’s degree in Economics / History / Political Science / Management / Science / Technology with 55% aggregate.

Selection: CUSAT DAT/UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE

INR 3.19 lakh

*The above-mentioned tuition fee is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, may vary.

Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 1.8L

Median Package₹ 6L

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted Exam

CAT

Graduation score50%

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Integrated LLM in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) + Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

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CUSAT Ph.D.
Admission dates 2025

Dates	Past Events
6 Feb '25 - 30 Jun '25	Ph.D. Application 2025 start and end date

CUSAT PhD Admission 2024: How to Apply?

The application process for PhD at Cochin University of Science and Technology is offline. The CUSAT admission procedure for PhD shall be governed by the latest regulations of the CUSAT. Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to apply for a PhD programme at CUSAT:

Step 1: Visit the respective department to collect the application form.

Step 2: Fill out all the details on the form as per your official documents.

Step 3: Make a payment of the application fee.

Step 4: Submit the form to the Head of the Academic Unit of Research concerned in the prescribed form.

CUSAT PhD Application Process 2023: Important Documents

The documents required at the time of admission are as follows:

UG/PG degree and mark sheets
EWS certificate (if applicable)
OBC NCL Community certificate (if applicable)
SC/ST certificate (if applicable).

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Cochin University of Science and Technology, Kochi	10

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Q. How to apply for PhD admission at CUSAT?

A. Aspirants need to appear for CUSAT DAT (Departmental Admission Test) for PhD in CUSAT. The university also accepts UGC NET/CSIR NET/GATE scores. CUSAT PhD application form can be collected from the respective departments. Additionally, the applications must be submitted within the due date at the department.

Q. Can I apply for PhD at CUSAT in online mode?

A. No, the application process for PhD programme is offline. Candidates are required to visit their department for application form collection, fee payment, and application submission. Hence, the university does not accept any applications via online mode.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for admission to PhD at Cochin University?

A. Applicant need to have a Master’s degree or an equivalent degree from a recognised organisation with at least 55% aggregate to be eligible to take admission. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/Differently abled category are eligible for a relaxation of 5% in marks of the qualifying exam.

Q. How is the rank list created for PhD programme admission at CUSAT?

A. The rank list for admission to CUSAT PhD programmes is prepared based on aspirants' merit in the written exam (50% weightage), Mater’s degree (30% weightage), and interview (20% weightage). Additional 10 marks are awarded to candidates who have qualified NET/GATE exam or similar examinations.

Q. In which mode PhD programme offered at the Cochin University of Science and Technology?

A. The university offers a Doctoral of Philosophy (PhD) programme in full-time and part-time mode. Candidates should check their eligibility for both types of programmes before filling out the form. The admission form can further be collected from the respective departments in person by visiting the CUSAT campus.

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