IIM Nagpur PhD Admission 2026
IIM Nagpur PhD Admission 2026 has been officially announced for doctoral research programmes at the Indian Institute of Management Nagpur. With an emphasis on high-quality research, academic excellence, and a strong screening process involving standardized exam scores, this is a competitive opportunity for research aspirants. Applicants from management and related disciplines can apply between 15 December 2025 and 28 February 2026.
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IIM Nagpur PhD Admission 2026 Overview
IIM Nagpur PhD Admission 2026 invites research candidates to apply for the doctoral programme across multiple disciplines. The admissions process includes screening using valid exam scores such as CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET/JRF, CSIR-NET and other recognized tests taken within the last two years, followed by area-level and programme-level interviews. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Areas of Specialization
| Specialization |
| Decision Science & Information Systems (DSIS) |
| Economics & Social Sciences (ECO) |
| Finance & Accounting (F&A) |
| Marketing (MAR) |
| Organizational Behaviour & HR (OB & HR) |
| Production & Operations Management (POM) |
| Strategy & Entrepreneurship (S&E) |
| Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (HASS) |
Eligibility Criteria
- Master’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
- Two-year Post-Graduate Diploma with minimum 60% marks.
- 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree with at least 60% marks.
- Professional qualification (CA/ICWA/CS) with ≥50% + Bachelor’s ≥60% marks.
- Final year candidates may apply provisionally with submission of mark sheet by deadline.
- Relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/PWD categories on minimum qualifying marks. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Valid screening test score required from accepted exams. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Begins | 15 Dec, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 Feb, 2026 |
| Shortlisting for PI | April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Area & Prog Interviews | April–May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Registration | July 2026 (Tentative) |
Application Process
- Visit the official IIM Nagpur PhD admission portal.
- Register with valid email and credentials.
- Fill online application form and choose specializations.
- Upload required academic documents and test scores.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit before the deadline and retain confirmation. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Application Fee
| Application Type | Fee |
| One Area | INR 1,000 |
| Two Areas | INR 1,500 |
Important Notes
Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee admission. The selection depends on screening scores and interview performance. Always refer to official IIM Nagpur updates in case of changes to dates or policies.