Ph.D in Economics 

at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur

JK Lakshmipat University PhD admission is subject to the fulfilment of the eligibility criteria specified by the university. Candidate who fulfil the below-given eligibility requirements and have the necessary documents supporting their eligibility can apply for admission:

• At least 55% or 5.5/10 CGPA in the master's degree or equivalent in relevant subject, OR
• At least 75% or 7.5/10 CGPA in BTech/BE, OR
• At least 60% or 6/10 CGPA in BTech/BE with over 10 years of relevant industry experience

Further, the university may provide a 5% relaxation in the qualifying marks or a 0.5 CGPA adjustment to candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC, differently-abled, and EWS categories. Candidates currently in the final year of their qualifying degree may also apply for provisional admission.

Yes, JK Lakshmipat University offers PhD in research areas of Engineering, Management and Humanities. The minimum and maximum duration to complete a PhD at JK Lakshmipat University is two years and five years, respectively. The PhD disciplines available at the university are listed below:

• Engineering & Sciences: CSE, ECE, ME, EE, Mathematics
• Management: IT, Finance, HR, Marketing, Economics, Operations, Entrepreneurship
• Humanities: English, Communication, Social Science, Public Policy

JK Lakshmipat University offers Doctor of Philosophy or PhD courses in the research areas of Engineering, Management and Humanities. The following programme highlights make the university a suitable option to pursue a PhD:

• Interdisciplinary research opportunities that provide academic learning along with industry applications
• Emphasis on critical analysis leading to the development of new perspectives and knowledge
• Encouragement of innovation in products, processes, and technologies through structured research
• Continuous evaluation and mentorship to support scholarly progress

JK Lakshmipat University PhD course is offered in varied disciplines in the areas of Engineering, Management and Humanities. JKLU PhD holders can build a career in diverse fields, depending on their specialisations and interests. Some sectors that provide career opportunities for PhD holders are listed below:

• Academics
• Consultancy
• Research and Development
• Mentorship
• Government Sector and Public Administration

The JKLU PhD course structure includes three phases. The first phase is Pre-Phd Coursework which lasts 6 to 12 months. During the Pre-PhD Coursework, candidates must complete a minimum number of credits based on their qualifications:

• MPhil/MTech – 12 credits
• MSc, MA, MBA – 12 credits
• BTech – 16 credits

The coursework includes a mix of lecture-based learning, laboratory research, design projects, self-study, and minor research work. It is followed by the second phase, i.e. Research Proposal (Post Coursework). Upon completing the coursework, scholars must submit a research proposal within 3 months. The proposal is evaluated by concerned autorities before approval.

The final phase commences after the Research Proposal has been approved. In this phase, scholars are required to conduct research in their chosen area and present their research progress every six months until their thesis is finally submitted.

Yes, JKLU offers 100% placements to its students. According to the official data, 100% placement percentage was recorded during placements 2024.

JK Lakshmipat University offers seats in UG, PG and PhD courses based on entrance exam scores. The university conducts JKLU DET for admission to BDes and MDes programmes. JKLU also accepts CUET-UG and GATE scores for admission to specific programmes. The university also conducts merit-based assessment for a seat in BBA and BTech programmes. Selected candidates are further called for personal interview or personal interaction rounds. Once selected, aspirants need to pay a course fee to confirm their seat in the university.

JK Lakshmipat University offers a four-year BTech programme divided into four semesters. Candidates after completing Class 12 can apply for BTech. The university offers BTech in the below specialisations:

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• Computer & Communication Engineering

The salary trends witnessed during JKLU placements over the past two years are presented below:

JK Lakshmipat University is ranked 70th by Outlook 2024 for BBA,  74th by India Today 2024 for BBA, and 64th by India Today 2024 under the Engineering (Private) category. JKLU Jaipur was established in 2011 and is approved by UGC. JKLU has received DSIR recognition and has a provisional membership of AIU. JK Lakshmipat University Jaipur is accredited with A Grade by NAAC. The university provides placement assistance to students and the university infrastructure is also good. Hence, it is worth all the hype.