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Ph.D. in Public Policy

Cultivate expertise and drive change in global development with our Ph.D. program in Department of Development Studies, where academic rigor meets real world impact, shaping leaders for a sustainable future.

The Ph.D. in Public Policy Program provides rigorous training in policy analysis, formulation, and evaluation. Core subjects include Policy Theory and Practice, Policy Process and Implementation, Policy Evaluation Methods, Public Administration, Advanced Statistical Analysis, and Qualitative Research Methods. Doctoral candidates conduct independent research, contribute to policy discourse through publications, and develop expertise in addressing complex societal challenges, preparing for leadership roles in government, academia, think tanks, and research organizations.

Career Opportunities


Duration 3 Years
Eligibility Criteria 55% or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale or equivalent in master’s from a recognised Indian University or any other equivalent degree to the satisfaction of the academic council of the university.
While the applications for the Ph.D. Programs are accepted throughout the year; admissions to the program are conducted twice a year, once in July and again in January.

Career Opportunities

  • Policy Analyst/Researcher
  • Government Advisor
  • Policy Consultant
  • Academic/Professor
  • Policy Entrepreneur
  • Public Affairs Manager
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