Fees
Fees at the Indian Institute of Management for the Post Graduate Program in Management (Human Resources) are approximately INR 18.3 lakh for the two-year duration. This comprehensive amount covers tuition fees, hostel fees, a mess deposit for the first year, caution money estimated around INR 50,000, and medical insurance premiums.
In the second year, participants have the option to opt out of the mess service. The fee structure is typically divided into six payments, aligning with the beginning of each term, and payments are processed smoothly online. Financial assistance is accessible through various scholarships based on need and academic excellence, along with readily available education loans facilitated by the on-campus State Bank of India branch.
About Ph.D. (Management)
IIM Indore Doctor of Philosophy in Management is a full-time 4 to 5-year residential doctoral programme, ranked 8th in Management by NIRF 2025. The programme admits 34 students annually across 8 functional specialisations and awards a monthly fellowship of INR 40,000 during coursework, along with free on-campus accommodation. Admission is based on CAT, GMAT, GATE, or GRE scores with no tuition fee charged to enrolled students.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open December 2026 (Tentative).
Key Points
- Programme duration is capped at 57 months from the date of joining
- Candidates may apply to a maximum of two specialisations per application cycle
- Comprehensive examination must be cleared before commencing doctoral thesis work
IIM Indore Ph.D. Management Fees 2027
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Tuition Fee | Nil (fellowship-funded) |
| Application Fee (General/OBC/EWS) | INR 1,000 plus GST |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | INR 500 plus GST |
| Commitment Fee (on offer acceptance) | INR 75,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 75,000 (INR 50,000 refundable on completion) |
- INR 50,000 of the commitment fee is refunded after programme completion.
- Monthly stipend of INR 40,000 during coursework and INR 45,000 post-comprehensive exam.
IIM Indore Ph.D. Management Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration Opens | 03 August 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Closes | 15 September 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam | 29 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result Declaration | 24 December 2026 (Tentative) |
| IIM Indore Ph.D. Application Opens | December 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Submission Deadline | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interviews | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2027 (Tentative) |
- GATE, GMAT, and GRE scores are also accepted depending on the specialisation.
- All test scores must be within 3 years of validity at the time of application.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree or 2-year postgraduate diploma with a minimum 60% aggregate marks
- Professional qualifications (CA, ICWA, CS) with at least 50% marks are also accepted
- First-class 4-year or 8-semester bachelor’s degree holders may also apply
- Minimum 60% marks in Class 10 and Class 12 required (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD candidates)
Admission Process
- Appear for CAT 2026, GMAT, GRE, or GATE as per the specialisation requirements
- Submit the online application form between December 2026 and February 2027 on the IIM Indore doctoral portal
- Shortlisted candidates are called for Personal Interviews held in April 2027
- Final selection is merit-based within each specialisation area
- Selected candidates pay the commitment fee of INR 75,000 to confirm the admission offer
- Classes commence in August 2027 at the IIM Indore campus
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a faculty or research career in management education
- IIM fellowship of INR 40,000 monthly covers living costs without debt
- Research interest aligns with one of the 8 IIM Indore specialisations
- Strong master’s-level academic background with 60% or above marks
✗ Skip if
- Expecting campus placements in corporate roles after the programme
- Cannot commit to 4 to 5 years of full-time residential study
- Looking for a part-time or executive doctoral format
IIM Indore Ph.D. Management Scholarships 2027
| Fellowship/Grant | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Fellowship (Coursework) | INR 40,000 per month | All enrolled students during Terms 1 to 5 |
| Monthly Fellowship (Post-Comprehensive) | INR 45,000 per month | Students who clear the comprehensive exam |
| Annual Research Grant | INR 37,500 per annum | All enrolled students for 4 years |
| National Conference Grant | INR 40,000 per year | All enrolled students |
| International Conference Grant | INR 2 Lakhs (total) | All enrolled students over programme duration |
- Maximum fellowship support period is 57 months from date of joining.
- Free on-campus accommodation is provided to all enrolled doctoral students.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, IIM Indore ranks 13 out of 372 colleges in India and 1st in state Madhya Pradesh for its Ph.D Management program.
- 5 out of 275 under India Today Management Ranking 2024.
- 69 out of 100 under Financial Times Management Ranking 2025.
- 4 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 8 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 5 out of 25 under Outlook Management Ranking 2026.
Read more on IIM Indore Rankings here
IIM Indore Ph.D. Management FAQs
Ques. What specialisations are offered in the IIM Indore Ph.D. programme?
Ans. IIM Indore Doctoral Programme in Management offers 8 specialisations: Finance and Accounting, Marketing, Operations Management and Quantitative Methods, Organisational Behaviour and Human Resources, Economics, Information Systems, Strategic Management, and Communication. Candidates may apply to a maximum of two specialisations at the time of application and are admitted to the one in which they qualify through the merit process.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for IIM Indore Ph.D. admission?
Ans. IIM Indore accepts CAT, GMAT, GRE, and JRF scores across most specialisations. GATE scores are additionally accepted for Information Systems, Marketing, and Operations specialisations. All scores must be within 3 years of validity at the application date. Online or take-home GMAT and GRE scores are not accepted and candidates must submit scores from centre-based tests only.
Ques. What is the eligibility for IIM Indore Ph.D. in Management?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or 2-year postgraduate diploma with at least 60% aggregate marks. Professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA, or CS with 50% marks are also eligible. First-class 4-year or 8-semester bachelor’s degree holders may also apply. A minimum of 60% marks in Class 10 and Class 12 is required, with 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Ques. What financial support do Ph.D. students receive at IIM Indore?
Ans. All enrolled IIM Indore Ph.D. students receive a monthly fellowship of INR 40,000 during coursework and INR 45,000 after clearing the comprehensive exam. Students also receive an annual research grant of INR 37,500 for 4 years and free on-campus accommodation. Conference grants of INR 40,000 per year for national events and INR 2 Lakhs total for international conferences are also provided over the programme duration.
Ques. How long does the IIM Indore Ph.D. programme take to complete?
Ans. The IIM Indore Doctoral Programme has a maximum duration of 57 months (4 years and 9 months) from the date of joining. Students typically complete the coursework phase in the first two years, followed by an area comprehensive examination. Successful candidates then work on their doctoral thesis under faculty supervision, aiming to complete and defend within the 57-month limit.
Ques. What career paths does an IIM Indore Ph.D. lead to?
Ans. An IIM Indore Ph.D. in Management is primarily suited for careers in academia and research. Graduates typically join as faculty in premier IIMs, IITs, and leading international universities. Strong publication support during the programme makes doctoral graduates competitive for positions in policy think tanks, national research institutions, and corporate research and strategy functions as well.