Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Agri Economics

About the Programme

The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Agricultural Economics is a dynamic and intellectually stimulating program that delves into the financial, policy, and management aspects of agriculture and rural development. Typically spanning 3 to 5 years, this program is designed for individuals with a Master’s degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or related fields, who have a keen interest in analyzing agricultural markets, resource allocation, and economic sustainability. Admission requires 55%–60% marks, along with qualifying exams such as ICAR AICE JRF/SRF, UGC-NET, or CSIR-NET, followed by an entrance test, interview, and research proposal submission. Scholars engage in cutting-edge research on topics like agribusiness management, rural finance, agricultural trade policies, environmental economics, and food security, using advanced econometric and statistical tools. With a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications, this program equips graduates to become policymakers, economic analysts, consultants, and academicians, contributing to institutions such as universities, research organizations, agribusiness firms, financial institutions, and global bodies like FAO, World Bank, and NABARD. Whether shaping agricultural policies or driving economic innovation in rural development, Ph.D. scholars in Agricultural Economics play a crucial role in transforming the future of agrarian economies.

Eligibility

• A candidate seeking admission after a 2-year (4-semester) master’s degree should have at least an aggregate of 55% marks or its equivalent grade ‘B’ on the UGC 10-point scale.
• A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year (8-semester) bachelor’s degree in research should have a minimum CGPA of 7.5/10 with DBT-BET/ ICMR-JRF/ GATE/ UGC-NET/ CSIR-JRF/ ARS-NET/ GPAT qualifications.
• Candidates who have secured their master’s degree under (10+2) +3+2 or (10+2) +4+2 or (10+2) +4 patterns of study are eligible to enroll in the PhD programmes as per NEP 2020.
• A 1-year (2-semester) master’s degree after 4-year undergraduate degree/ 5 years integrated master’s degree with at least an aggregate 55% marks or its equivalent grade ‘B’ in the UGC 10-point scale or an equivalent grade on a point scale wherever grading system is followed or an equivalent degree from a foreign educational institution accredited by approved, recognized by an authority, and established or incorporated under a law in its home country or any other statutory authority in that country to assess, accredit or assure quality and standards of educational institutions.
• GU may decide its selection procedure for PhD admission of international candidates, keeping in view the guidelines/ norms issued by statutory/regulatory bodies from time to time.
• The PhD candidates from other universities can transfer their PhD to GU; the PhD credits are acceptable with the NoC from the Registrar of the migrating university if they have completed the course credits as per the minimum standards of PhD regulations of UGC, 2022. Additionally, the candidate must submit a self-attested letter stating the reason for migrating and the coursework completion certificate.