Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur, a leading institution recognized for #BuildingBusinessOwners, is thrilled to announce the commencement of applications for its full time Ph.D. Program 2025. The last date to apply is 10th May 2025. For more detail, please wite us to doctoral.admission@iimraipur.ac.in.
This full-time, fully funded program is meticulously structured to develop globally recognized scholars equipped to contribute significantly to the field of management research and education.
Inviting aspiring candidates, Prof. Ram Kumar Kakani, Director, IIM Raipur, shared, “Our institute is devoted to fostering a research-driven academic environment that empowers scholars to push the boundaries of knowledge and innovation. Our Ph.D. program provides a robust platform for aspiring researchers to engage in high-quality, impactful studies that contribute to both academia and industry. I extend an invitation to all those who seek to shape the future of management thought and practice.”
The doctoral program spans four-years and is split into three phases: Fundamentals of Management, Specialization, and Doctoral Dissertation respectively. It offers research opportunities in various domains including Economics & Public Policy, Finance and Accounts, HRM and Organizational Behavior, Humanities & Liberal Arts (Including Business Communication), Information Systems, Marketing, Operations and Quantitative Techniques, and Strategy & Entrepreneurship.
To promote research excellence, the program offers financial support, including a monthly stipend of ₹50,000 for the first two years and ₹55,000 for the subsequent years, along with ₹200,000 grant for national and international conferences. Doctoral scholars will also receive a contingency grant and one-time support of ₹50,000 for research-related resources.
Candidates with a valid GATE, GRE, GMAT, JRF (UGC/CSIR), UGC NET, with CAT score (July 1, 2023, onward) and a Master’s/PGP from IIMs or equivalent (min. 55% marks) can apply. Those with CA/ICWA and a degree, CS with B.Com (min. 60% marks), a 4-year B.E./B.Tech/B.Arch (min. 6.5 CGPA), or a 5-year Integrated Master’s (min. 60% marks) are also eligible.