Ph.D. Programme
About Ph.D. Programme
The Ph.D. programme at IGIDR offers a rigorous research environment focused on real-world development challenges. It combines strong economic foundations with interdisciplinary perspectives. Scholars benefit from close faculty mentorship, peer interaction, and global exposure through conferences and collaborations. With advanced infrastructure, rich data access, and a collaborative academic setup, IGIDR fosters high-impact research. The programme spans a minimum of three years, including coursework and original dissertation work. The programme invites passionate individuals driven to create meaningful change through research and innovation. IGIDR M.Sc. students may transition into the Ph.D. track upon meeting set criteria.
Why Ph.D. At IGIDR?
Thinking of doing your Ph.D.? If you have a strong academic background, a curious mind, and the dedication needed for intensive research, the Ph.D. Programme at IGIDR could be your next step. Here, you’ll build a deep understanding of your field, explore innovative concepts, and develop the skills required to conduct impactful research on today’s most critical development issues.
Over half of the past IGIDR Ph.D. students are currently employed as faculty in eminent academic institutions and research think tanks in India and abroad, such as IIM, IITs, ISI, Delhi School of Economics, Madras School of Economics, ……
IGIDR Ph.D. students also occupy prestigious positions in the financial and corporate sector such as the Reserve Bank of India, National Stock Exchange, American Express, Citibank, ….
Vision of the Programme
The Ph.D. programme at IGIDR aims to develop researchers and policy professionals capable of addressing today’s key developmental challenges. It promotes an intellectually rigorous and interdisciplinary environment grounded in economics. Students are encouraged to tackle issues like inequality, climate change, public policy, health, energy, and global finance using strong research and quantitative methods. The programme aspires to create not just academic scholars, but also policy leaders who drive national and global change. With expert faculty, rich data resources, and strong research networks, IGIDR nurtures innovation with impact, empowering students to become agents of sustainable and inclusive development.
Structure and Duration of the programme
The minimum duration of the PhD programmes at IGIDR is of three years including two years of course work followed by thesis writing. To register to the Ph.D. degree, a student is required to (i) complete 64 credits comprising core and elective courses (ii) should have scored a minimum CGPA of 3.0 at the end of second, third and fourth semesters, and (iii) pass their proposal evaluation cum comprehensive examination. Students are required to pass the external thesis evaluation followed by viva-voce examination before conferment of Ph.D. Degree.
Programmes offered
Ph.D. in Economics
Basic Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Ph.D. programme
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SC/ST/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL/PwD
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Fee Structure
Financial Assistance
Welcome to the Ph.D. Programme at IGIDR — where rigorous economic research meets real-world relevance.
Designed for intellectually curious minds, our programme blends strong economic foundations with interdisciplinary insight to tackle pressing development challenges. With dedicated faculty mentorship, vibrant peer interaction, and global exposure through conferences and research collaborations, scholars are empowered to grow and lead.
PhD students receive a monthly stipend of ₹31,000 for the first two years, increasing to ₹43,750 after registration, with part-time research or teaching assistantship from the second year; those joining after MSc or MPhil from IGIDR receive the stipend for three years.
We welcome passionate individuals ready to contribute to meaningful change through research and innovation.
Resources
Ph.D. in Development Studies
Basic Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Ph.D. programme
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Qualifying Degree
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General
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SC/ST/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL/PwD
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Duration
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Semester
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Courses
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Total Credits
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Fee Structure
Financial Assistance
Welcome to the Ph.D. Programme at IGIDR — where rigorous economic research meets real-world relevance.
Designed for intellectually curious minds, our programme blends strong economic foundations with interdisciplinary insight to tackle pressing development challenges. With dedicated faculty mentorship, vibrant peer interaction, and global exposure through conferences and research collaborations, scholars are empowered to grow and lead.
PhD students receive a monthly stipend of ₹31,000 for the first two years, increasing to ₹43,750 after registration, with part-time research or teaching assistantship from the second year; those joining after MSc or MPhil from IGIDR receive the stipend for three years.
We welcome passionate individuals ready to contribute to meaningful change through research and innovation.
Resources
Ph.D. in Energy, Environment & Climate Change
Basic Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Ph.D. programme
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Qualifying Degree
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General
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SC/ST/GEN-EWS/OBC-NCL/PwD
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|---|---|---|
Duration
Fee Structure
Financial Assistance
Welcome to the Ph.D. Programme at IGIDR — where rigorous economic research meets real-world relevance.
Designed for intellectually curious minds, our programme blends strong economic foundations with interdisciplinary insight to tackle pressing development challenges. With dedicated faculty mentorship, vibrant peer interaction, and global exposure through conferences and research collaborations, scholars are empowered to grow and lead.
PhD students receive a monthly stipend of ₹31,000 for the first two years, increasing to ₹43,750 after registration, with part-time research or teaching assistantship from the second year; those joining after MSc or MPhil from IGIDR receive the stipend for three years.
We welcome passionate individuals ready to contribute to meaningful change through research and innovation.